PM Narendra Modi U.S. Visit highlights: Rahul hits out at PM over Adani reply, ‘Even in America, Modi ji covered up…’

US President Donald Trump announced plans to provide India with the advanced F-35 fighter jets after talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He also said that the US would increase its military cooperation by “many billions of dollars.” The discussions between PM Modi and Trump led to agreements to strengthen cooperation in areas like energy, advanced technology, and connectivity. Trump also shared that a new energy deal had been made, making the US a key supplier of oil and gas to India.

US President Donald Trump gifted Prime Minister Narendra Modi a copy of the book – ‘Our Journey Together’ – as they met at the White House in Washington DC. The book features many photographs from the ‘Howdy Modi’ and ‘Namaste Trump’ events .

President Trump said at a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the US will increase military sales to India by “many billions of dollars.” However, since India already has strong defence ties with Russia, this move could face challenges. The US has been reluctant to sell its F-35 jets to countries where its technology could be stolen by enemies. It is worth noting here that the US had canceled a deal with Turkey to co-produce the F-35 after Turkey bought the S400, fearing that Russia could learn too much about this jet’s technology. Even so, this move reflects the US’s ongoing effort to reduce Russia’s influence in India’s military.

Commenting on Ukraine and Russia, Trump said that the negotiations are in very early stage and it is too soon to say anything for now, but he also said that he wants the bloodshed to stop. Watch full clip here:

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#watch | Washington, DC: When asked about his statement that Ukraine should give up the idea of NATO membership and what Russia should give up, US President Donald Trump says, " Russia has gotten themselves into something that I think they wish they hadn't. If I were President,… pic.twitter.com/0GB0EZ8554

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US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that India is changing its laws to allow US nuclear technology into the Indian market. He also mentioned that his administration will impose similar tariffs on India, which he described as one of the countries with the highest tariffs, because he was unable to get any trade concessions during his first term.

Taking a light hearted turn to the line of questioning by the media, Trump said that PM Modi is a better negotiator than him. He also said that relationship with India has never been better.

While giving the joint statement with PM Modi, President Donald Trump also spoke on the challenges posed by elements in the US, including Khalistani separatists. He also said that India didn’t have a strong relationship with the Biden administration. Trump mentioned that the US is quickly extraditing Tahawwur Rana to India, and that more extraditions can be expected as there are several pending requests. He said that the US commitment to working with India on crime and fostering a positive partnership.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on the issue of illegal immigration and said stated that people living illegally in other countries do not have any legal right to be there. He mentioned that both India and the US have always agreed that if individuals who are verified citizens of India are living illegally in the US, India is ready to take them back. However, Modi said that the issue goes beyond that. He said that many of these people come from ordinary families and are misled by promises for a better life. He stressed that both countries should work together to combat human trafficking, and focus on dismantling the system that supports it. Modi showed full confidence that Trump would fully cooperate in tackling this issue.

PM Modi also said that teams from both countries will work on completing a trade agreement that will mutually benefit the both India and the US. He also said that India will strengthen oil and gas trade to ensure its energy security. “In the energy infrastructure, investment will increase. In the nuclear energy sector, we spoke about deepening our cooperation, in the direction of small modular reactors,” PM Modi said. He further added that America plays an important role in India’s defence readiness. Modi said that as trusted partners, the two countries are moving ahead towards joint development, joint production and transfer of technology.

PM Narendra Modi said in the join statement that India and America’s partnership strengthens democratic values. He said the two countries will work together to maintain peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. “QUAD will have an important role in it. This time, India is going to host the QUAD summit – we will extend our cooperation in new areas with our partner countries during that” PM Modi said that they will work together in the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) and Israel, and with the United Arab Emirates.

US President Donald Trump announced an increase in military sales to India by billions of dollars, starting this year. He said the US is also paving way to ultimately give India F35, Stealth fighters.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his joint statement said that like the people of America are familiar with MAGA – Make America Great Again. Similarly, the people of India are working towards Viksit Bharat 2047. In America’s terms, it’s Make India Great Again – MIGA. Watch here:

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#watch | Washington, DC | PM Narendra Modi says, "The people of America are well aware of MAGA - Make America Great Again. The people of India are also moving towards Viksit Bharat 2047. In The language of America, it's Make India Great Again - MIGA. When America and India work… pic.twitter.com/mUaGG6v0J9

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US President Donald Trump said that the two countries have decided to work together on creating one of the biggest trade routes in history. This route will connect India, Israel, Italy, and the US through roads, railways, and undersea cables, creating a major new link between their partners. This marks a major development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi while speaking at the joint press conference said that they have decided to launch strategic business strategies like lithium and also highlighted that they have close cooperation with US in the space segment.

Trump in his joint statement said that the United States approves extradition of key 26/11 plotter Tahawwur Hussain Rana
‘to face justice in India’.

After the press conference, PM Modi and President Trump will give a joint statement. This is going to be a key address which will give peek into the next phase of Indo-US ties.

When asked about the Bangladesh issue, Trump said, ” There is no role for our deep state.” He added that this topic was something that the PM had been working on for years and that he had been reading about it. Passing over the question to PM Modi, Trump said, “I will leave Bangladesh to the PM”

Prime Minister Modi on meeting Trump, said that the United States is the world’s oldest democracy and India is the largest. “When our two nations unite, it’s not just 1+1=2—it’s 1+1=11, a force far greater than the sum of its parts,” PM Modi said. He added that it is this strength that will drive progress for the humanity’s welfare. He thanked Trump and reaffirmed their commitment “to advancing the prosperity and progress” of the two nations.

Trump after meeting with Modi said that India will be buying oil and gas from the United States. Trump told reporters that he planned to talk about trade with Modi, and Modi said he would focus on India’s national interests during their meeting.

As Trump met PM Modi, a media person asked him weather he thinks India is playing a role in his plan to broker peace in Ukraine. Replying to the question, Trump said that US is going to work with India and they have several trade deals to announce in near future. “We are going to be doing, I think, record business, record numbers. We are going to work with India also. We have several big trade deals to announce in the very near future,” Trump said.

US President Donald Trump and PM Modi were seen sharing a hug as they met each other and greeted each other at the White House. Watch here:

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#watch | Washington, DC | PM Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump share a hug as the US President welcomes the PM at the White House

President Trump says, "We missed you, we missed you a lot." pic.twitter.com/XTk1h7mINM

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US President Donald Trump said that he shared a great unity with PM Modi and that they have “a great friendship”. Trump said that he thinks the friendship is getting closer and it’s also important for the two countries to be united. “We are friends and we are going to stay that way.”

During his meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he was “thrilled” to see Trump back in the White House and congratulated him on behalf of “India’s 140 crore people”. Modi added that the people of India had given him the privilege of serving as the Prime Minister for a third term. He said that in this term, he would have the chance to work with President Trump again for the next four years, which he considered an honor. Modi also expressed confidence that the India-US strategic partnership would continue to grow stronger with “trust, bond, and enthusiasm.”

Trump while meeting PM Narendra Modi at the White House, said that it was his honor in welcoming him. He said that their relationship had been strong over the years and that they were continuing to build on it. Trump highlighted some key topics for discussion, including India’s plans to purchase large amounts of US oil and gas, noting that the US has more resources than any other country. He also mentioned that they would discuss trade and other matters. He also congratulated PM Modi for his “great work” that he has done.

When asked about Modi’s meeting with Elon Musk earlier on Thursday, US President Donald Trump said that they two met for business but, “India is a very hard place to do business in because of the tariffs. They have the highest tariffs…It’s a hard place to do business.”

US President Donald Trump has welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House along with the Indian delegation constituting of EAM Jaishankr, NSA Ajit Doval among others. Trump and Modi are currently in a meeting and are expected to take a joint press conference after this.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House shortly. The visuals from the White House show preparations for the meeting. This will be the first encounter between the two leaders since Trump’s inauguration as the 47th US President on January 20, 2025.

US President Donald Trump stated, “Canada has been very bad to us on trade, but now they will have to start paying up. Canada has been tough on military spending because their military costs are very low. They expect us to protect them, which is unfair. I believe Canada could seriously be a contender to become our 51st state.” (Video: US Network Pool via Reuters)

Howard Lutnick, President Donald Trump’s pick for Commerce Secretary, stated, “Our studies should be complete by April 1st. We’ll give the president the opportunity to start on April 2nd if he wishes. We’ll be ready by April 1st to present it, and the president will make his decisions. But remember, if they drop their tariffs, prices for Americans will decrease, our production will rise, and costs will go down. It’s a two-way street, which is why it’s called reciprocal.” This comment was made in response to a question about the release date for reciprocal tariffs. (Source – US Network Pool via Reuters)

US President Donald Trump stated that he would “love to have Russia back in the G7,” adding that it was a mistake to have kicked Russia out. His comments were reported by Reuters.