Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump, during which the two leaders reviewed the progress made in the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and discussed ways to deepen cooperation across key sectors.
"India calls for a pragmatic engagement with the Taliban. A coherent policy of engagement should incentivise positive actions. A focus on only punitive measures will only ensure that a 'business as usual' approach continues as we have been seeing now for the last four and a half years."
The discussions provided a comprehensive review of the expanding India-Brazil defence engagements, with a focus on augmenting strategic cooperation and enhancing bilateral defence ties, as per the statement.
US Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove warned that growing tariffs, visa hikes and political tensions are damaging India-US ties. She argued that President Donald Trump risks becoming "the president who lost India," citing stalled engagement, cancelled summits and declining trust between
Dhruva Jaishankar told US lawmakers that renewed American engagement with Pakistan's military poses challenges for India-US ties. His remarks came as Washington announced major investments in Pakistan, drew praise from Islamabad, and revived diplomatic and security concerns for India amid
United States Representative Pramila Jayapal warned that tariffs and immigration restrictions are hurting India-US economic ties and people-to-people connections. Citing a fifth-generation firm affected by rising costs, she said current policies threaten businesses and echo past discrimin
US Representative Bill Huizenga stated India's fast-growing economy and a potential new trade deal could strengthen India-US ties. He stressed that both countries can work together to counter China and support a free and open Indo-Pacific, highlighting strong business interest and strateg
US Representative Bill Huizenga stated the US-India partnership is "a defining relationship of the 21st century," stressing its importance for a free Indo-Pacific and democratic global order. He noted that every US administration has worked to strengthen ties, viewing India as a long-term
PM Modi met Italian Deputy PM Antonio Tajani in New Delhi and appreciated progress on the Italy-India Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029. Both sides discussed defence, trade, innovation, counterterrorism and global issues, reaffirming strong bilateral ties as Tajani continues his three-da
PM Narendra Modi spoke with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to review the India-Israel Strategic Partnership, reaffirm their zero-tolerance stance on terrorism, and discuss peace efforts in the Middle East. Netanyahu's postponed India visit is being rescheduled, and both leaders stressed stron
Sharing an update on X after the talks, Jaishankar wrote, "Pleasure to meet DPM & FM @Antonio_Tajani of Italy today evening in New Delhi. Reviewed progress under the political, defence, tech & innovation, maritime, mobility, space, trade & investment domains outlined under our