United States of America returns 297 antiquities to India

September 22nd, 12:11 pm

During PM Modi's visit to the U.S., President Biden facilitated the return of 297 stolen or trafficked Indian antiquities. A select few were symbolically handed over during their bilateral meeting in Wilmington, Delaware. The antiquities, dating from 2000 BCE to 1900 CE, span various regions and materials, with most being terracotta from Eastern India. This repatriation follows a Cultural Property Agreement signed in July 2024 to enhance cooperation in protecting cultural heritage, as pledged in the 2023 Joint Statement. PM Modi expressed gratitude, noting the artefacts' deep civilizational significance.

Fact Sheet: 2024 Quad Leaders’ Summit

September 22nd, 12:06 pm

President Biden hosted the fourth Quad Leaders’ Summit with leaders from Australia, Japan, and India in Wilmington, Delaware. The Quad continues to be a global force for good, delivering projects across the Indo-Pacific to address pandemics, natural disasters, maritime security, infrastructure, technology, and climate change. The leaders announced new initiatives to deepen cooperation and ensure long-term impact, with commitments to secure robust funding and promote interparliamentary exchanges. Quad Commerce and Industry ministers are set to meet for the first time in the coming months.

Joint Fact Sheet: The United States and India Continue to Expand Comprehensive and Global Strategic Partnership

September 22nd, 12:00 pm

President Biden and PM Modi reaffirmed the U.S.-India Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership, highlighting unprecedented levels of trust and collaboration. They emphasized shared values like democracy, freedom, and human rights, while commending progress in defense cooperation. President Biden praised India's global leadership, including its G-20 role and humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. Both leaders supported India's permanent membership in a reformed U.N. Security Council and underscored the importance of the U.S.-India partnership in building a secure, prosperous, and inclusive future.

The Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement from the Leaders of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States

September 22nd, 11:51 am

PM Modi joined leaders from the U.S., Australia, and Japan for the fourth Quad Leaders Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. The Quad reaffirmed its commitment to a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific, opposing destabilizing actions and supporting regional peace, security, and sustainable development. The leaders emphasized respect for international law, democratic values, and regional institutions like ASEAN and the Pacific Islands Forum.

In Cancer Care, Collaboration is essential for Cure: PM Modi at Cancer Moonshot Program for QUAD Leaders

September 22nd, 06:25 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Quad Cancer Moonshot event hosted by President Joseph R Biden Jr., on the sidelines of the Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister deeply appreciated this thoughtful initiative of President Biden aimed at preventing, detecting and treating cervical cancer.

PM Modi attends Quad Cancer Moonshot event

September 22nd, 06:10 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Quad Cancer Moonshot event hosted by President Joseph R Biden Jr., on the sidelines of the Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister deeply appreciated this thoughtful initiative of President Biden aimed at preventing, detecting and treating cervical cancer.

PM Modi attends the sixth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware

September 22nd, 05:21 am

In his address at the QUAD Summit, PM Modi underscored the alliance's significant progress since 2021 under President Biden's leadership, highlighting its crucial role in promoting a rules-based international order, respect for sovereignty, and peaceful conflict resolution amidst global tensions. He reaffirmed QUAD’s shared commitment to a free, open, inclusive, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. PM Modi also announced that India will host the QUAD Leaders' Summit in 2025.

A free, open, inclusive and prosperous Indo-Pacific is our shared priority and commitment: PM Modi

September 22nd, 02:30 am

In his address at the QUAD Summit, PM Modi underscored the alliance's significant progress since 2021 under President Biden's leadership, highlighting its crucial role in promoting a rules-based international order, respect for sovereignty, and peaceful conflict resolution amidst global tensions. He reaffirmed QUAD’s shared commitment to a free, open, inclusive, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. PM Modi also announced that India will host the QUAD Leaders' Summit in 2025.

PM Modi meets with President of USA in Wilmington Delaware

September 22nd, 02:02 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met U.S. President Joe Biden in Delaware on the sidelines of the Quad Summit. The meeting, hosted by President Biden at his home, emphasized the deepening India-US partnership, strengthened by recent high-level visits. They discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation and shared views on regional and global issues, including the Indo-Pacific.

PM Modi arrives in Philadelphia

September 21st, 09:16 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Philadelphia, USA. He was given a heart warming welcome by the Indian diaspora. The Prime Minister's itinerary includes bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden as well as Quad Leaders' Summit, which will take place in Wilmington, Delaware.

PM Modi's departure statement ahead of his visit to United States of America

September 21st, 04:15 am

PM Modi will be visiting the US during 21-23 September 2024. During the visit, the PM will take part in the fourth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. ⁠On 23 September, the Prime Minister will address the ‘Summit of the Future’ at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

PM Modi to visit the United States of America from September 21 to 23

September 19th, 03:07 pm

PM Modi will be visiting the US during 21-23 September 2024. During the visit, the PM will take part in the fourth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware. ⁠On 23 September, the Prime Minister will address the ‘Summit of the Future’ at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

PM Modi speaks with President Biden

August 26th, 10:03 pm

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the President of the U.S.A., H.E. Mr. Joseph R. Biden.

US National Security Advisor calls on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

June 17th, 07:44 pm

US National Security Advisor, H.E. Mr. Jake Sullivan, called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today.

President Biden congratulates Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his re-election

June 05th, 11:07 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call today from the President of the U.S.A. H.E. Mr. Joseph R. Biden

Prime Minister receives U.S. Secretaries of State and Defence

November 10th, 08:04 pm

U.S. Secretary of State, H.E. Mr. Antony Blinken, and Secretary of Defence, H.E. Mr. Lloyd Austin, called on PM Modi. The two Secretaries briefed PM on their discussions with Defence Minister of India, Shri Rajnath Singh, and External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, in the “2+2” format. They also highlighted progress in various areas of bilateral cooperation, including defence, semiconductors, emerging technology, space, health, in follow-up to PM’s State Visit to the U.S. in June 2023.

Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) & India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)

September 09th, 09:40 pm

PM Modi and the President of USA, H.E. Mr. Joe Biden co-chaired a special event on Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) and India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. The event aimed at unlocking greater investment for infrastructure development and strengthening connectivity in its various dimensions between India, Middle East and Europe.

Prime Minister's statement at the Event on Partnership for Global Infrastructure Investment (PGII) and India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor

September 09th, 09:27 pm

PM Modi addressed the event on the Partnership for Global Infrastructure Investment (PGII) and India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor. He said that this initiative will play a larger role in the global economic integration. Acknowledging the presence of the various countries as a part of this initiative, PM Modi said that the initiative will with provide a sustainable direction to the to the overall global connectivity and development

Joint Statement from India and the United States

September 08th, 11:18 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed United States President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., to India today, reaffirming the close and enduring partnership between India and the United States. The leaders expressed their appreciation for the substantial progress underway to implement the ground breaking achievements of Prime Minister Modi’s historic, June 2023, visit to Washington.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets President Biden

September 08th, 09:32 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden held talks at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi. Their discussions included a wide range of issues and will further deepen the bond between India and the USA.