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TopicPM Modi in US

Topic: PM Modi in US

Modi-Trump deal: Consensus on tariffs & illegal migration, US vows to act on Sikh separatism, terror

PM Narendra Modi’s meeting with Donald Trump in US this month has a number of strategic takeaways, more than the substantive material outcomes.

On Russia-Ukraine war, Modi cements India’s position: not neutral, on the ‘side of peace’

Hours before his meeting with Modi, Trump spoke with Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Wednesday in an effort to kickstart negotiations to end the war.

Trump approves Tahawwur Rana’s extradition, vows to work with India to counter ‘radical Islamic terror’

The 26/11 accused, acquitted in US of charges directly tied to the 2008 Mumbai attacks, was convicted in a separate case linked to a plot against a Danish newspaper. He is detained in LA.

Modi talks road to peace with Zelenskyy in New York, India looking at ‘specific proposals’

Indian PM met with Ukrainian President on Kyiv's request. Several issues discussed including peace proposals for early resolution to Russia-Ukraine war. Third meeting in 3 months.

‘India in favour of peaceful resolution,’ PM Modi reaffirms support to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy

Narendra Modi, who is in New York on the last leg of his three-day visit to the US, met Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the UN's landmark Summit of the Future Monday.

Semiconductors to maritime security, Quad leaders announce new initiatives, say grouping ‘here to stay’

Ports, cancer prevention, logistics, disaster relief also figure in Quad leaders’ declaration. Mini-lateral also takes aim at China, without naming the country, on ports & UNCLOS.

Modi meets Japanese, Australian counterparts; discusses ‘stability, prosperity’ of Indo-Pacific region

Modi and Albanese reaffirmed their commitment to 'further deepen' bilateral ties, with the Indian leader saying that he 'cherishes the time-tested friendship' with Australia.

Global media does a vibe check on Rahul Gandhi and his US trip & the tea shops of India

Rahul Gandhi’s style is more 'low key' while Modi moves through the world 'in a whirl of pomp', says one article. Another notes how India could play active role in ending war in Ukraine. 

As Indians buy cheaper products, smaller packs, FMCG sector takes a hit

A selection of the best news reports, analysis and opinions published by ThePrint this week.

Fate of ‘Project Cheetah’ and Congress-AAP ‘on the same path’

The best cartoons of the day, chosen by the editors at ThePrint.

On Camera

Goa didn’t choose to become a casino city—now it’s a state-sponsored moral gamble

The myth that casino development represented some organic evolution of Goa’s character has been demolished. Now, Panjim stands alienated from itself, where even basic institutions carry the branding of private gambling operators.

Hints of thaw in US-China tariff war—as Trump says duties to ‘come down’, China open to talks

Trump has expressed optimism about reaching a tariff agreement ‘pretty quickly’, while Xi said that tariff & trade wars undermine the legitimate rights and interests of all countries.

India-France sign mega deal for 26 Rafale fighters, integration of Astra missile & a fuselage facility

Delivery of these aircraft would begin in 2028, 3 years from the date of contract, and will be completed by 2030.

Pakistan ISI is killing Hindus for 45 years. To turn India into a nation at war with itself

At some point, Pakistan’s calculation has been, Hindus will rise in reprisal against their own minorities. That’s a crisis ISI has been conjuring up in India. A nation at war with itself.