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INS Sudarshini sailed past the Statue of Liberty during the US International Naval Review 250 celebrations, showcasing India's maritime heritage and highlighting the growing India-US naval partnership as part of its Lokayan 2026 expedition

US President Donald Trump praised India's growing global influence and strong ties with the United States during a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 Summit in France. The leaders discussed trade, regional security, West Asia and broader strategic cooperation

In her memoir, Jill Biden reveals she considered purchasing a 7.5-carat synthetic diamond gifted by Narendra Modi but returned it after US officials valued it at $20,000. The episode highlights strict ethics rules governing foreign gifts received by American leaders

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended President Trump, calling him a “big fan of India and PM Modi,” amid controversy over alleged racist remarks. Rubio dismissed anti-India rhetoric claims, attributing them to online chatter during his India visit.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed strong India-US strategic ties, highlighting cooperation on counter-terrorism, critical minerals, supply chains and emerging technologies. During talks with S. Jaishankar, Rubio described India as one of America’s most important global strategic partners

US lawmakers and immigration advocates criticised the Trump administration’s new policy requiring green card applicants to apply from their home countries. Critics warned the move could disrupt families, impact skilled workers, and hurt America’s competitiveness while triggering legal challenges against the decision

The Centre clarified that the March 24 call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump focused solely on West Asia developments. Reports claiming Elon Musk participated were dismissed as inaccurate amid heightened geopolitical tensions

Donald Trump praised Narendra Modi, expressing confidence in stronger India-US ties. During discussions on West Asia tensions, both leaders emphasised peace, stability, and ensuring the strategic Strait of Hormuz remains secure

Pakistan’s inclusion on US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace has raised serious concerns in India, given its long record of cross-border terrorism and democratic failures. New Delhi is urged to approach the initiative with caution and vigilance

Washington: India is increasingly hedging rather than aligning firmly with the United States as China deepens its global trade footprint and confidence in US leadership weakens, CNN host Fareed Zakaria said, pointing to data and opinion polls that show a broader global recalibration. Speaking on Fareed Zakaria GPS, Zakaria said the shift was not about […]

US Ambassador Sergio Gor presented his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, signaling efforts to strengthen India-US ties. Previously White House personnel director, Gor emphasized India’s centrality to US relations and ongoing discussions on a trade deal

Venezuela’s turmoil is a reminder that foreign policy is about steering one’s own ship while navigating global storms

New Delhi’s ability to seize this geopolitical window will depend less on foreign goodwill and more on its own domestic capacity

The US has said India is a “highly strategic potential partner” in supply chain security efforts and dismissed speculation that New Delhi’s exclusion from the Pax Silica initiative was linked to political or trade tensions between the two sides.

The United States has praised the CBI for busting a transnational cybercrime network that defrauded American citizens of USD 8.5 million through tech-support scams, calling it a strong example of US-India law enforcement cooperation

Trade resilience, AI collaboration and the influence of the Indian diaspora dominated discussions on the future of India–US relations at a Chicago dialogue, with leaders stressing sustained engagement despite political uncertainty.

US and Indian experts told lawmakers that expanding counterterrorism and intelligence cooperation is crucial as Pakistan’s continued use of militant proxies and China’s regional influence raise fresh security challenges. A Congressional hearing underlined the need for deeper operational and strategic alignment.

President Trump defends H-1B visas, citing the need for skilled foreign workers to train Americans in key industries. His stance faces Republican opposition and legal challenges, while the administration enforces stricter rules to prevent abuse of the programme.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called India “critical” to American interests after meeting EAM Jaishankar, with talks covering trade, defense, energy, and the Quad, even as differences remain on tariffs and Russian oil.

Indian envoy Vinay Kwatra met US House China Committee Chairman John Moolenaar, who hailed India as an “essential partner.” Talks covered security, Quad cooperation, trade, and countering Chinese influence in technology and manufacturing.