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India has assessed Trump's objective on tariffs, attempting to address those concerns: Ashley Tellis at Global Tech Summit
New Delhi, April 12: Noting that India has correctly assessed US President Donald Trump's objective of imposing tariffs and is attempting to address those concerns, a top geopolitics expert said on Saturday that New Delhi is willing to drastically reduce tariffs in the hope that there will be some reciprocal benefits.
India, US should not do anything that undermines each other's complementarity: Ashley J Tellis
New Delhi, April 11: India and the US should not do anything that undermines the complementarity of both partner countries; instead, they should look at boosting the economic partnership, said Ashley J. Tellis, Tata Chair for Strategic Affairs and a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
US hails Rana's extradition, says 'long sought justice' for 26/11 victims
Washington, April 11: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday hailed the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana - a key conspirator in the deadly 2008 Mumbai terror attacks - to India, stating that Washington and New Delhi have "long sought justice" for the 26/11 victims.
India ready for urgent trade talks amid tough US stance: Jaishankar
New Delhi, April 11: External Affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar, said on Friday that India is prepared for a high degree of urgency in the trade talks with the US as it faces a very challenging situation with the Trump administration fundamentally changing America’s approach to engaging with the world.
Geared up for a high degree of urgency, Jaishankar on US
New Delhi, April 11: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that India is prepared for a high degree of urgency with regards to the United States, a country which he said has fundamentally changed its approach to engaging with the world and it has consequences across every domain.
Trump pauses tariffs on countries like India that did not hit back
Washington, April 10: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a 90-day pause in reciprocal tariffs for trading partner countries that have not retaliated with higher levies on American goods — such as India — and further hiked the levy on China to 125 per cent for hitting back.
Tahawwur Rana's extradition big success for India under PM Modi's leadership, says Union Minister
New Delhi, April 9: The long-awaited extradition of Tahawwur Rana, one of the key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, is a major achievement for the country under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said Union Minister Shantanu Thakur on Wednesday
Hardeep Puri confident India will come out stronger from US tariffs fallout
New Delhi, April 8: Union Minister Hardeep Puri on Tuesday said he was confident India will emerge stronger from the fallout of the US administration tariffs once the bilateral trade agreement between the two partner countries is finalised.
Jaishankar, Rubio discuss Indo-Pacific, trade pact
New Delhi, April 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with US Secretary Marco Rubio, exchanging views on a wide range of geopolitical issues.
US Supreme Court denies Tahawwur Rana's request to stop extradition to India
Washington, April 7: The US Supreme Court on Monday rejected a petition by Tahawwur Rana to stop his extradition to India to face legal consequences for his role in the 2008 terrorist attacks in Mumbai that killed 157 people.
India studying opportunities that may arise from new US trade policy: Commerce Ministry
New Delhi, April 3: Faced with US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs, India on Thursday said that it is studying the opportunities that may arise from this new development in US trade policy.
...You are not treating us right: Trump announces 26% tariffs on India
Washington DC, April 3: US President Donald Trump announced new import tariffs on Wednesday (local time), outlining the rates to be imposed on countries around the world, with India facing a 26 percent tariff.
Minister Piyush Goyal allays fears on US Tariffs; says, India, US together are a force multiplier
New Delhi, March 29: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts to maintain relations with the Donald Trump administration in the United States of America (USA), saying that the world would think tomorrow what India thinks today. He said that India and US together are a "force multiply".
India, US discuss efforts to reduce trade barriers to achieve balanced trade relationship
Washington DC, March 29: India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and United States' Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau spoke with each other to discuss the "ongoing efforts to reduce trade barriers" for achieving a fair and balanced bilateral trade relationship, strengthen collaboration in defence and technology, and also addressed "illegal immigration" to the United States, according to the US Department of State, Tammy Bruce.
'India has great Prime Minister': Donald Trump praises PM Modi's leadership, calls him very smart man
Washington, DC, March 29: US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) expressed optimism about the ongoing India-US tariff talks and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, referring to him as a "very smart man" and a "great friend."
Vikram Misri congratulates US Deputy Secy Christopher Landau, extends invitation to visit India
New Delhi, March 29: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri spoke with US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on Friday to congratulate him on his recent confirmation by the US Senate.
Tariffs are going to work out well between India-US: Donald Trump
Washington, DC, March 29: Higlighting a positive outlook for the India-US tariff talks, President Donald Trump said 'tariffs are going to work out well between New Delhi and the Washington, DC,' expecting a favorable outcome.
A shared commitment: India and US reaffirm strengthening of strategic partnership
New Delhi, March 28: India and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership during high-level bilateral engagements in Washington, DC, as stated in a release by the Ministry of External Affairs.
Zero tolerance for agents and fixers: US cancels over 2k visa appointments by bots
New Delhi, March 27: The US Embassy in India cancelled about 2000 visa appointments made by bots.
India got back 297 stolen antiquities from US in 2024
New Delhi, March 21: So far 588 Indian antiquities smuggled out of the country have been secured back from the US, of which 297 were repatriated in 2024, the Central government has informed Parliament.
Tulsi Gabbard's India visit highlights strong relationship bolstered by PM Modi and President Trump: US
Washington DC, March 21: US Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard's visit to India highlighted decades strong India-US relationship bolstered by the friendship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump, read the statement from the office of DNI.
US Indo-Pacific Command chief visits India to discuss future of defence cooperation
New Delhi, March 20: US Indo-Pacific Command chief Admiral Samuel J. Paparo recently visited India to strengthen military ties and discuss the renewal of a key defence framework between the two nations.
PM Modi joins Trump-owned 'Truth Social' platform after US President shares podcast link
New Delhi, March 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday joined US President Donald Trump-owned social media platform, Truth Social, following a post by the American leader. The post shared a video link of Prime Minister Modi's podcast with renowned US-based podcaster and computer scientist, Lex Fridman.
PM Modi meets Tulsi Gabbard, gifts her vase containing holy Ganga water from Maha Kumbh
New Delhi, March 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard met in the national capital on Monday, exchanging not just pleasantries but also gifts in the form of Ganga Jal (holy Ganga water) and a handcrafted mala.
Take resolute action against pro-Khalistani factions: Rajnath Singh tells US
New Delhi, March 17: India voiced apprehensions regarding anti-national elements operating abroad, notably pro-Khalistani factions, particularly their subversive manoeuvres of the Khalistani faction Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), active within the US.
PM Modi presents Mahakumbh's jal to Tulsi Gabbard
New Delhi, March 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met United States' Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard in the national capital on Monday evening and presented her a vase containing jal (holy water) from the recently concluded Mahakumbh in Prayagraj.
India raises issue of anti-India activities of SFJ in US during meeting with Tulsi Gabbard
New Delhi, March 17: India has raised issue of anti-India activities conducted by banned Khalistani organisation Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) in US during the meeting of Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with United States Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, said sources on Monday. Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) has been designated as an unlawful association by India.
Rajnath Singh discusses defence, intelligence sharing with Tulsi Gabbard
New Delhi, March 17: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with the United States Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard in the national capital on Monday, during which they discussed key aspects of defence cooperation and intelligence sharing between the two nations.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, US Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard hold talks in Delhi
New Delhi, March 17: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard met and held bilateral talks in the national capital on Monday.
US President Donald Trump shares PM Modi's podcast on 'Truth Social'
Washington, DC, March 17: US President Donald Trump has shared a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interview with Computer scientist and podcaster Lex Fridman on his social media platform Truth Social.
PM Modi praises Trump's resilience, draws parallels between 'India First' and 'America First' ideologies
New Delhi, March 16: In a podcast with AI researcher Lex Fridman, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated US President Donald Trump's unshakeable dedication to his country, particularly in the wake of assassination attempts last year.
Approach will be guided by India First,: Piyush Goyal on his meeting with US Trade representative
New Delhi, March 14: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that he had a "forward looking" discussion with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on a mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement.
Move with Starlink orchestrated by PM to buy peace with Trump, alleges Jairam Ramesh
New Delhi, March 13: Congress MP and General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Thursday expressed concern over the rapid announcement of partnerships between India's leading telecom giants, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, with Elon Musk's Starlink.
US says India imposes 150% tariff on alcohol and 100% on Agriculture products
New Delhi, March 13: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, while lamenting the tariffs imposed by various nations on the United States, referred to the tariffs imposed by India on American alcohol and agricultural products.
Gabbard to visit India following up PM Modi-Trump commitment to enhance intelligence sharing
New York, March 12: US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard will be the first cabinet official to visit India. Her meetings will follow up on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's and President Donald Trump's commitment to enhance intelligence sharing.
Piyush Goyal to hold talks with industry and export council over US tariffs and trade deficit from Thursday
New Delhi, March 11: Days after holding talks with his US counterpart in Washington, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has called a meeting with the export councils and trade representatives starting on Thursday, sources say.
Ensure adequate security to places of worship: India on Hindu temple vandalism in US
New Delhi, March 9: India has condemned the vandalism at a Hindu temple in California, US, and called upon law enforcement authorities to take strict action against those responsible.
The Third Eye: Indo-US strategic friendship will remain on an even keel under Trump
N: ew Delhi: India has done well to adopt a cautious and balanced approach to the unfolding policy framework of US President Donald Trump, who has a reputation of being unpredictable, reactive and autocratic in his responses.
Trump's presidency good for India; working to strengthen global financial system a priority: EAM Jaishankar
London, March 6: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar has said that Donald Trump's presidency has so far been good for India in many ways and working with the US to strengthen the international financial and economic system should be priority for India.
Trump's statements against India is a negotiating posture; India will broker a preferential deal: FIEO
New Delhi, March 5: Ajay Sahai, Director General and CEO of Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), said he sees US President Donald Trump's recurring statement against India- as a 'tariff king'- to be a negotiating posture.