Prime Minister Narendra Modi capped his power-packed US state visit with an address to the Indian community in Washington which focussed on visas and 'new India'. "A lot of you have had issues with H1B visa renewals . We have now decided that you will not have to go outside america to renew these visas. This visa will get renewed in America itself. We will try and implement a similar procedure for L category visas in the future," he said.
His speech came hours after he addressed a group of young entrepreneurs and professionals at the John F Kennedy Center in Washington, said the partnership between India and America "is not of convenience, it is a partnership of conviction, shared commitments".
Earlier in the day, PM Modi attended the state department luncheon with Vice President Kamala Harris and US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken.
Prime Minister Modi attended the State Dinner at the South Lawn of the White House yesterday, hosted by US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. The dinner was attended by big names in the tech world and billionaire industrialists such as Mukesh Ambani, Google CEO Sunder Pichai and Apple CEO Tim Cook.
Before that, PM Modi addressed the US Congress after he held bilateral talks with Joe Biden at the Oval Office.
Prime Minister Modi was visiting the US from June 21-24 at the invitation of President Biden and the First Lady.
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PM Modi has left for Egypt after concluding his "historic" US State Visit. This is the Prime Minister's first visit to Egypt. The two-day State Visit to Egypt at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is also the first bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister since 1997. (Read full story here)
"It seems like mini India here," said PM Modi
"This partnership is not just of convenience, it is of conviction, completion, and for a shared commitment for a better world. There is strong backing for India in US across party lines," said PM Modi.
The India-US relation will thrive with the growing technical collaboration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden agreed at the end of another round of discussions with industry leaders today. The "Hi-Tech handshake" was a mega event where captains of industry from various fields, including semi-conductors, manufacturing, space and start-ups had participated. Full story here
"Testimony to the friendship between India and the US, the iconic lower Manhattan landmark @OneWTC sparkling in the lights of tricolour, welcoming @narendramodi on the historic State Visit," India's Consulate General in New York tweeted on Friday.
- PM said that even after the two decades of 9/11 and one decade of 26/11, the problem of terrorism remains a pressing challenge for the global community.
- Clearly, what he was highlighting was the need for the international community to recognize that the people who sponsor terrorism, support terrorism, they continue to pose a serious challenge to the safety and security of our societies and have to be very sternly and firmly dealt with
- When the Prime Minister and the President held their discussions all aspects of such global challenges were discussed between the two and how India and US could cooperate to mitigate, address, try and deal with this challenge as comprehensively as possible that was also discussed between the two leaders.
- And going forward, it would be our effort to see how some of those discussions can translate into concrete. Cooperative decision between India and the US
- When the PM and President Biden held discussion after the ceremonial welcome, technology featured very prominently in the discussion
- 20-25 areas of technology partnership that have been identified in the joint statement are a direct result of the discussion between the two leaders
- India, US to work on developing technology
- India, US to partner in semiconductor, space
- India, US to collaborate on cybersecurity
- General Electric, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited signed mou on jet engine production
- India to procure predator drones from US
- India now a signatory to Artemis Accords
Industrialists Mukesh Ambani and Anand Mahindra are among the guests attending the state dinner hosted by US President Joe Biden in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's honour at the White House today. Read the full list here.
"Rising the head in the sky...": PM Modi recites a poem he wrote in address to the US Congress.
"More than two decades after 9/11 and more than a decade after 26/11 in Mumbai, radicalism and terrorism still remain pressing dangers in the world. Terrorism is an enemy of humanity and there can be no ifs and buts in dealing with it": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"This is not an era of war but of dialogue and diplomacy. We all must do what we can to stop bloodshed and human suffering.": PM Modi on Ukraine War in address to the US Congress.
"Indian Americans are brilliant in every field, not just in spelling bee": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"Our vision is pro-planet progress, pro-planet prosperity, pro-planet people.": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"While becoming the fastest growing economy, we grew our solar capacity by 2,300%. We became the only G20 country to meet its Paris commitment.": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"India is an ancient nation with a youthful population. The younger generation is making reels on Insta or making digital payments. In India, tech is not about innovation but inclusion. In 9 years, over a billion people got Aadhar. 850 Million got DBTs in their accounts": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"We protected our people with 2.2 billion doses of 'Made in India' Covid vaccines, that too, free of cost": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"When I first visited the US as Prime Minister, India was the tenth largest economy int the world. Today, India is the fifth largest economy. And, India will be the third largest economy soon. We are not only growing bigger but we are also growing faster. When india grows, the whole world grows.": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"We have 22 official languages and yet, we speak in one voice. Every hundred miles our cuisine changes, from Dosa to Aaloo Paranthas, from Shikhand to Sandesh. We enjoy all of this": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"Democracy is the idea that welcomes debate and discourse. It's a culture that gives wings to thoughts and ideas. In the evolution of the democratic spirit, India is the Mother of Democracy": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"Democracy is one of our sacred and shared values. It has evolved over a long time, and taken various forms of systems. Throughout history, however, one thing has been clear, democracy is the spirit that supports equality and dignity.": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"I am told that the Samosa Caucus is now the flavour of the House.": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"There are millions here, who have roots in India. Some of them sit proudly in this chamber. There is one behind me, who has made history.": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"Through the long road, we have travelled. A long has changed since I came here 7 summers ago. A lot has remained the same like our commitment to deep relations. There have been more momentous developments for Another AI= America and India. The beauty of democracy is the constant connect to feel the pulse of the people": PM Modi in address to the US Congress.
"Always a great honour to address the US congress. It is an exceptional privilege to do so twice. For this honour, I extend my deepest gratitude on behalf of 1.4 billion people of India." PM Modi in US Congress.
"Modi, Modi" chants in US Congress.
PM Modi enters US Congress
PM Modi to address joint session of US Congress shortly
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said India and the US have "overwhelming respect" for each other because "we are democracies and it is in US and India's DNAs to expand democratic institutions".
PM Modi was welcomed in the US with a message at the iconic billboards of Times Square.
"We don't believe in exploitation of nature": PM Modi on question about climate change
"We have proved democracy can deliver. If there are no human values, no human rights, no humanity, it's not a democracy. When we live in a democracy, there's no place for discrimination. In India, there is no discrimination on the basis of caste, age, religion.": PM Modi to US media.
"Democracy runs in India's and US' veins": PM Modi to US media
"I met CEOs her and I saw their enthusiasm towards India. In global uncertainty, India and US are trusted partners. GE engine deal is landmark. This deal will creat jobs and create defence cooperation and startups from the nations are important partners.": PM Modi
"Sky is not the limit in India-US ties": PM Modi
"We are leaving behind buyer-seller relationship and moving towards tech transfer, co-production." PM Modi in joint media statement.
"This day has huge signifance in India-US relations. This is a new chapter, direction and energy to our comprehensive partnership. US is India's biggest trade partner," said PM Modi in joint media address.
"Indian firms are announcing 2 billion dollars in optics fibre in Carolina. We are opening new consulates. Our nations look together on regional nations. We look at problems unleashed by Russia with war on Ukraine. We are building regional connections to middle east. We're putting sustainable development at agenda of G20": Joe Biden in joint media statement.
In joint media statement, Joe Biden mentions Russia-Ukraine war.
PM Modi and Joe Biden Issue Joint Statement, address media at the White House
PM Modi, who is on his maiden state visit to the US, received a rousing welcome at the White House from President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.
The grand welcome at the White House is an honour and pride for the 140 crore Indians. This honour is also for Indian-Americans. I thank Biden for this, Prime Minister Modi said in his address.
India and the US are set to announce H1B visa processing changes and open new consulates in a big step-up in diplomatic ties, sources have told NDTV.
The development comes during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US and hours before he is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden.
On his first official state visit to the United States, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to Micron Technology, a prominent American chip maker, to encourage semiconductor manufacturing in India. An invitation was also extended to Applied Materials to contribute to the development of process technology and advanced packaging capabilities in the country. During his meeting with Gary E Dickerson, President and CEO of Applied Materials, the Prime Minister also discussed the potential for collaboration between the company and academic institutions in India, thereby, creating a skilled workforce that can uplift the industry. (Read full story here)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden will be taking questions from the press on Thursday, the White House has confirmed, terming it a "big deal". John Kirby, the White House's national security spokesperson, said, "We are just grateful that Prime Minister Modi is participating in a press event at the end of the visit. We think that's important and we're glad he thinks that's important too." The format of the press conference will include one question from the US press and one from an Indian journalist, Kirby said. (Read full story here)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for hosting him at the White House. PM Modi noted that they held "great conversation" on several subjects.
The Biden administration will make it easier for Indians to live and work in the United States, using this week's state visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help some skilled workers enter or remain in the country, according to three people familiar with the matter. (Read full story here)
The Biden administration will make it easier for Indians to live and work in the United States, using this week's state visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to help some skilled workers enter or remain in the country.
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden are hosting a vegetarian dinner for PM Modi. PM Modi will be served a first course that includes a grilled corn kernel salad and tangy avocado sauce, the White House said. The main course will include portobello mushrooms and creamy saffron-infused risotto, with rose and cardamom-infused strawberry shortcake featured for dessert.
India is a "world player" as well as the net exporter of security and stability, US' National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby said on Wednesday and adding that he is looking forward to deepening the relationship.
To maintain the momentum of growth, a "pipeline of talent" is needed for India and the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at an event here to highlight the two nations' shared priorities around education and workforce.
He was participating in the 'Skilling For Future Event' organised by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on Wednesday and his visit to the organisation was hosted by First Lady Jill Biden.
The prime minister also highlighted the initiatives undertaken by India to promote education, research and entrepreneurship.
US First Lady Jill Biden, on Wednesday, said that education is the cornerstone of the bond between India and the United States.
"Reached Washington DC. The warmth of the Indian community and the blessings of Indra Devta made the arrival even more special.," said PM Modi in a tweet.
PM Modi, US First Lady Jill Biden and other dignitaries visit the National Science Foundation Headquarters in Alexandria. The Prime Minister reached Washington hours earlier from New York where he led a yoga session at the UN headquarters.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Hotel InterContinental Willard in Washington, DC.
Elbridge Colby, the co-founder of 'The Marathon Initiative', said his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York was "illuminating but also very inspiring."
According to news agency Reuters, PM Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden will deliver remarks and take questions from journalists on Thursday, the White House said.
According to news agency ANI, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Washington, DC. Earlier in the day, he led the Yoga Day event at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Members of the Indian diaspora gather outside the hotel where PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to arrive in Washington DC and chant 'Bharat Mata ki jai', reports news agency ANI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a maiden state visit to the US, emplaned for Washington DC on Wednesday after overseeing a special Yoga session on the lawns of the United Nations headquarters in New York City.
According to Ministry of External Affairs, yoga enthusiastes from 135 nationalities joined PM Modi for International Yoga Day celebration at UN Headquarters in New York.
Before performing yoga poses, PM Modi also addressed the gathering and thanked people for coming here from far away to attend the celebration.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading a yoga session at the United Nations headquarters in New York today to mark the ninth annual International Day of Yoga.
Guinness world record for most nationalities in a Yoga session created at the Yoga Day event led by PM Narendra Modi, at the UN headquarters in New York, says news agency ANI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US First Lady Jill Biden will visit the National Science Foundation today where they would interact with Indian and American students, the White House has said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting the US from June 21-24 at the invitation of US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. He will celebrate the International Day of Yoga at the United Nations Headquarters with the UN leadership and members of the international community.
A visit to the National Science Foundation in Alexandria, Virginia is likely to be the first public engagement of the prime minister, which would be hosted by the First Lady, the White House said on Tuesday.
The official State visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US showcases the strength and resilience of the India-US partnership, according to an official from the previous Trump administration.
Lisa Curtis, senior fellow and director of the Indo-Pacific Security Programme at the Center for a New American Security (CNAS) think-tank, said on Tuesday that the visit also underscores the importance that the Biden administration attaches to New Delhi's role in challenging China's rise in the region.
"Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the White House this week will showcase the strength and resilience of the US-India partnership and the importance the Biden administration attaches to India's role in challenging China's rise in the region," she said.
Prime Minister Modi is in New York on the first leg of his maiden state visit to the US at the invitation of President Joe Biden.
Prime Minister Modi and Prof. Romer held discussions on India's digital journey, including the use of Aadhar and innovative tools like Digilocker. They also discussed various initiatives being undertaken by India for urban development.
"Glad to have met noted economist and Nobel laureate, Professor @paulmromer. We had extensive conversations on leveraging technology to improve lives. We also talked about how to make our cities more sustainable and people friendly," PM Modi tweeted after the meeting.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a unique yoga session at the UN Headquarters here on Wednesday in a historic celebration to commemorate the 9th International Day of Yoga that will see the participation from top UN officials, envoys from across the world and prominent individuals.
In a video message on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga, Prime Minister Modi said India has always nurtured traditions that unite, adopt and embrace and made a fervent appeal to eliminate contradictions, hurdles and resistances through yoga.
Prime Minister said Indians have welcomed new ideas, conserved them and celebrated the country's rich diversity.
India like the US is a vibrant democracy and the two nations are going to continue to work on their bilateral relationship, the White House said amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi's State Visit.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Tesla CEO and Twitter owner Elon Musk today as he began his landmark three-day state visit to the US.