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India and the United States to Finalize First Phase of Bilateral Trade Agreement by Fall 2025
President Donald Trump have announced plans to negotiate the first phase of a multi-sector Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA)
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Prime Minister Modi Highlights Strengthened India-US Ties in White House Address
PM Modi praised former U.S. President Trump’s leadership, stating that it has “cherished and revitalized,” the India-U.S. relationship
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Prime Minister Modi Prepares for President Trump’s Trade Priorities as India Lowers Tariffs, Eyes Deeper Ties
PM Modi is set to meet with President Trump on February 13th at White House in Washington DC. He will be 4th foreign leader to visit Trump
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Indian-American Community Mourns the Loss of Physician and Philanthropist Dr. Sampat Shivangi
Dr. Sampat Shivangi, a distinguished Indian-American physician, philanthropist, and community leader, passed away on February 10, 2025
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‘Indiaspora Forum for Good’ to Unite Global Indian Leaders for Actionable Solutions, Collaboration, and Innovation
Indiaspora Forum for Good (IFG) 2025, a three-day global summit, will take place from February 23-25, 2025, in Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Vikram Misri Highlights Trade and Investment as Key Focus of Modi-Trump Talks at White House on February 13th
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has highlighted that trade and investment will be a major “priority,” in the talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, set to…
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India Engages with United States to Ensure Deportees are not “Mistreated”; Cracks Down on Illegal Migration
India’s Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar, has affirmed that India is actively engaging with the United States to ensure that deported Indian nationals are treated humanely during flights, while emphasizing the…
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US-India Experts and Community Leaders Welcome PM Modi’s U.S. Visit, Highlight Key Strategic Issues
U.S.-India experts and community leaders have welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the United States, where he is set to meet President Donald Trump. They highlight that…
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President Trump Signs Executive Order to Cut U.S. Ties with UNHRC, UNRWA, and Review UNESCO Membership
President Donald Trump has signed an Executive Order directing renewed scrutiny of three United Nations organizations: the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO),…
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President Trump Declares ‘National Emergency’ Over Illegal Drugs; Imposes Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China
Describing the influx of illegal drugs as a “national emergency,” President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China under the International Emergency Economic Powers…
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Pakistan’s Ambassador to the U.S. Calls for “Meaningful” Dialogue with India; Highlights Economic Diplomacy and Investment Opportunities
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to fostering “good relations,” with India through a “meaningful and constructive,” dialogue. “Our primary significance in the…
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Indian-Origin Asra Hussain Raza and Vikesh Patel Among 67 Killed in American Eagle Flight 5342 Midair Collision
ndian-origin Asra Hussain Raza and Vikesh Patel were among the 67 people killed in the midair collision between American Eagle Flight 5342 and a U.S.
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Trump Blames DEI Hiring Policies for Midair Collision Over Potomac, Calls for Stricter Aviation Standards
President Donald Trump has criticized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hiring policies implemented during the Obama and Biden administrations, blaming them for the midair collision between an American Airlines passenger…
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American Airlines Jet and U.S. Army Helicopter Collide Midair Over Potomac, Killing 67; Ashburn Ice-Skating Coach Among Victims
A midair collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter claimed the lives of 60 passengers and four crew members (64) from the passenger jet,…
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Viksit Amritsar Gala in Maryland Raises Over $250K for Amritsar’s Development
The Viksit Amritsar Gala, a fundraising event devoted to the development of Amritsar in Punjab, India, was held on January 26, 2025
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India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit the United States in February
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Indian PM Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit US in February for a meeting at the White House.