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While briefing media on India Prime Minister Narendra Modi's US visit, Foreign Secretary Harsh V Shringla said that it has been a comprehensive and useful visit that allowed for high-level interactions. He also added that US President Joe Biden had mentioned that India should have permanent seat in UN Security Council.

PM Modi's US visit has been comprehensive and useful: Foreign Secretary Harsh Shringla

As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for New Delhi after completing his historic trip for UN General Assembly, bilateral summit with President Joe Biden and Quad summit, he is also bringing&nbsp;157 artefacts and antiquities that were handed over by the United States.

This comes as PM Modi and President Biden committed to strengthen their efforts to combat the theft, illicit trade and trafficking of cultural objects.

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The list of 157 artefacts includes a diverse set to items ranging from the one and a half metre bas relief panel of&nbsp;Revanta&nbsp;in sandstone of the 10th&nbsp;CE to the 8.5cm tall, exquisite bronze Nataraja from the 12th&nbsp;CE.

The items largely belong to the period of 11th&nbsp;CE to 14th&nbsp;CE as well as historic antiquities such as the copper anthropomorphic object of 2000BC or the terracotta vase from the 2nd&nbsp;CE. Some 45 antiquities belong to Before Common Era.&nbsp;

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More than 70 items are cultural artifacts, there are 60 figurines related to Hinduism, 16 related to Buddhism and nine Jainism artifacts.

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Their make spreads across metal, stone and terracotta.&nbsp;The bronze collection primarily contains ornate figurines of the well-known postures of Lakshmi Narayana, Buddha, Vishnu, Siva Parvathi and the 24 Jain Tirthankaras and the less common Kankalamurti, Brahmi and Nandikesa besides other unnamed deities and divine figures.

The motifs include religious sculptures from Hinduism (Three headed Brahma, Chariot Driving Surya, Vishnu and his Consorts, Siva as Dakshinamurti, Dancing Ganesha etc), Buddhism (Standing Buddha, Boddhisattva Majushri, Tara) and Jainism (Jain Tirthankara, Padmasana Tirthankara, Jaina Choubisi) as well as secular motifs (Amorphous couple in Samabhanga, Chowri Bearer, Female playing drum etc).

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There are 56 terracotta pieces (Vase 2nd&nbsp;CE, Pair of Deer 12th&nbsp;CE, Bust of Female 14th&nbsp;CE) and an 18th&nbsp;CE sword with sheath with inscription mentioning Guru Hargovind Singh in Persian).&nbsp;This continues the efforts by the Modi Government to bring back our antiquities and artefacts from across the world.

As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for New Delhi after completing his historic trip for UN General Assembly, bilateral summit with President Joe Biden and Quad summit, he is also bringing 157 artefacts and antiquities that were handed over by the United States.

As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for New Delhi after completing his historic trip for UN General Assembly, bilateral summit with President Joe Biden and Quad summit, he is also bringing 157 artefacts and antiquities that were handed over by the United States. This comes as PM Modi and President Biden committed to strengthen their efforts to combat the theft, illicit trade and trafficking of cultural objects. Also read | PM Modi at UNGA: Covid taught world that global economy should be more diversified The list of 157 artefacts includes a diverse set to items ranging from the one and a half metre bas relief panel of Revanta in sandstone of the 10th CE to the 8.5cm tall, exquisite bronze Nataraja from the 12th CE. The items largely belong to the period of 11th CE to 14th CE as well as historic antiquities such as the copper anthropomorphic object of 2000BC or the terracotta vase from the 2nd CE. Some 45 antiquities belong to Before Common Era. More than 70 items are cultural artifacts, there are 60 figurines related to Hinduism, 16 related to Buddhism and nine Jainism artifacts. Also read | India is first to develop world's first DNA vaccine: PM Modi Their make spreads across metal, stone and terracotta. The bronze collection primarily contains ornate figurines of the well-known postures of Lakshmi Narayana, Buddha, Vishnu, Siva Parvathi and the 24 Jain Tirthankaras and the less common Kankalamurti, Brahmi and Nandikesa besides other unnamed deities and divine figures. The motifs include religious sculptures from Hinduism (Three headed Brahma, Chariot Driving Surya, Vishnu and his Consorts, Siva as Dakshinamurti, Dancing Ganesha etc), Buddhism (Standing Buddha, Boddhisattva Majushri, Tara) and Jainism (Jain Tirthankara, Padmasana Tirthankara, Jaina Choubisi) as well as secular motifs (Amorphous couple in Samabhanga, Chowri Bearer, Female playing drum etc). WATCH | There are 56 terracotta pieces (Vase 2nd CE, Pair of Deer 12th CE, Bust of Female 14th CE) and an 18th CE sword with sheath with inscription mentioning Guru Hargovind Singh in Persian). This continues the efforts by the Modi Government to bring back our antiquities and artefacts from across the world.

PM Modi to bring home 157 Indian artefacts and antiquities from the US

After Prime Minister&nbsp;Narendra Modi’s address at the 76th UN General Assembly, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla held a special press briefing to conclude today’s meetings of the Indian leader.<o:p></o:p>

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In response to WION’s question about terrorism, Shringla said that suo moto recognition of Pakistan’s role in nurturing and supporting terrorism was addressed in Modi’s bilateral meet with US Vice President Kamala Harris.<o:p></o:p>

Pakistan is a country that has in many senses both supported and nurtured cross-border terrorism including in Afghanistan, Shringla said. He added that the leaders have agreed that the situation needs to be closely monitored to ensure safety of people all over the world.

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He also added that global leaders are aware that they will have to ensure that Pakistan fulfils its obligation of ensuring that it does not support or contribute in working against its neighbours or other nations of the world.<o:p></o:p>

During his UNGA speech, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/backing-terror-will-be-dangerous-for-you-indian-pm-narendra-modis-veiled-warning-to-pakistan-on-afghanistan-415918">PM Modi</a> had also said that "it is important to ensure that the land of Afghanistan is not used to spread terrorism and perpetuate terrorist attacks".<o:p></o:p>

"We also have to be alert that no nation should be able to misuse the delicate situation in Afghanistan for their own selfish motives like a tool," PM Modi added.<o:p></o:p>

Shringla also stressed that the Quad summit helped the four participating nations- India, US, Australia and Japan -&nbsp; steer the discussion in the right direction, especially with regards to terrorism.<o:p></o:p>

"Unity is very pertinent when it comes to Afghanistan," Shringla said. "The Quad meeting was very useful in putting together the objectives the leaders had for Afghanistan."<o:p></o:p>

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address at the 76th UN General Assembly, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla held a special press briefing to conclude today’s meetings of the Indian leader.

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address at the 76th UN General Assembly, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla held a special press briefing to conclude today’s meetings of the Indian leader. Also read | PM Modi at UNGA: Covid taught world that global economy should be more diversified In response to WION’s question about terrorism, Shringla said that suo moto recognition of Pakistan’s role in nurturing and supporting terrorism was addressed in Modi’s bilateral meet with US Vice President Kamala Harris. Pakistan is a country that has in many senses both supported and nurtured cross-border terrorism including in Afghanistan, Shringla said. He added that the leaders have agreed that the situation needs to be closely monitored to ensure safety of people all over the world. Also read | India is first to develop world's first DNA vaccine: PM Modi He also added that global leaders are aware that they will have to ensure that Pakistan fulfils its obligation of ensuring that it does not support or contribute in working against its neighbours or other nations of the world. During his UNGA speech, PM Modi had also said that "it is important to ensure that the land of Afghanistan is not used to spread terrorism and perpetuate terrorist attacks". "We also have to be alert that no nation should be able to misuse the delicate situation in Afghanistan for their own selfish motives like a tool," PM Modi added. Shringla also stressed that the Quad summit helped the four participating nations- India, US, Australia and Japan - steer the discussion in the right direction, especially with regards to terrorism. "Unity is very pertinent when it comes to Afghanistan," Shringla said. "The Quad meeting was very useful in putting together the objectives the leaders had for Afghanistan."

Pakistan as a country has supported and nurtured cross-border terrorism: Indian foreign secretary Harsh Shringla

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New York on Friday evening (local time). He is scheduled to address 76th session of UNGA today (Indian time). PM Modi left from Washington after meeting US President Joe Biden and attending the Quad Summit.

"Thank you, Washington! Onward bound for New York. After a historic Quad Leaders` Summit and bilateral engagements with USA, Australia and Japan, PM Narendra Modi departs for the New York leg of his visit," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted.

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PM Modi is in US for a three-day visit. He arrived on Wednesday. This is his first visit to a country beyond India's neighbourhood since the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic.&nbsp;

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PM Modi`s US visit will conclude on September 25 with an address at the United Nations General Assembly focusing on the pressing global challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change and other important issues.

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The theme for this year`s General Debate is `Building Resilience through hope to recover from COVID-19, rebuild sustainably, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people, and revitalise the United Nations`.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New York on Friday evening (local time). He is scheduled to address 76th session of UNGA today (Indian time). PM Modi left from Washington after meeting US President Joe Biden and attending the Quad Summit.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New York on Friday evening (local time). He is scheduled to address 76th session of UNGA today (Indian time). PM Modi left from Washington after meeting US President Joe Biden and attending the Quad Summit. "Thank you, Washington! Onward bound for New York. After a historic Quad Leaders` Summit and bilateral engagements with USA, Australia and Japan, PM Narendra Modi departs for the New York leg of his visit," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted. Thank you, Washington! Onward bound for New York. After a historic Quad Leaders’ Summit and bilateral engagements with USA, Australia and Japan, PM @narendramodi departs for the New York leg of his visit. pic.twitter.com/I9ZNruiZKU — Arindam Bagchi (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2021 × PM Modi is in US for a three-day visit. He arrived on Wednesday. This is his first visit to a country beyond India's neighbourhood since the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic. Also Read | US President says India should have permanent seat at UNSC: MEA after Quad summit PM Modi`s US visit will conclude on September 25 with an address at the United Nations General Assembly focusing on the pressing global challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change and other important issues. Also Read | Quad summit: Modi, Biden, Morrison, Suga vow free, open Indo-Pacific at historic first in-person meet The theme for this year`s General Debate is `Building Resilience through hope to recover from COVID-19, rebuild sustainably, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people, and revitalise the United Nations`. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi arrives in New York, will address UNGA today

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in person for the first time since the pandemic.

Talking about India’s successful democracy, the leader said "India is best example of diversity, power of democracy."

He used an example from his personal upbringing and said that the best example of India’s success in democracy is that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-hails-strength-of-indian-democracy-says-child-of-a-tea-seller-is-addressing-un-for-fourth-time-415903">"a child of a tea seller is addressing UN for fourth time".</a>

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Talking about providing equal opportunities to everyone as part of a successful democracy, the leader said that India is now moving towards integrated equitable development.

India has been able to provide free medical services to more than 500 million (50 crore) people of the country. The Modi administration is also working at making sure that every citizen of the country gets clean drinking water and has therefore been working on making piped water accessible for 170 million households.

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"Polluted water is a very big problem, not just for India but for the entire world. In order to address this, we are carrying out a very big campaign to ensure that piped water clean water reaches over 170 million homes,"&nbsp;Modi said.

He also talked about people having proper property rights to their home and laid out Indian government’s plans to map nearly 600,000 villages across the country.

"People must have property rights to their home and land i.e. ownership records are must. In the most developed countries there are a large no of people who do not have property rights to their land and&nbsp;homes,"&nbsp;he said. "Today, we are using drones in India to map over 600,000 villages and by doing so we are giving people their digital records of their homes and land. These digital records not only reduce property disputes but also give people increased access to credit and bank loans."

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in person for the first time since the pandemic. Talking about India’s successful democracy, the leader said "India is best example of diversity, power of democracy.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in person for the first time since the pandemic. Talking about India’s successful democracy, the leader said "India is best example of diversity, power of democracy." He used an example from his personal upbringing and said that the best example of India’s success in democracy is that "a child of a tea seller is addressing UN for fourth time". Also read | PM Modi at UNGA: Covid taught world that global economy should be more diversified Talking about providing equal opportunities to everyone as part of a successful democracy, the leader said that India is now moving towards integrated equitable development. India has been able to provide free medical services to more than 500 million (50 crore) people of the country. The Modi administration is also working at making sure that every citizen of the country gets clean drinking water and has therefore been working on making piped water accessible for 170 million households. Also read | India is first to develop world's first DNA vaccine: PM Modi "Polluted water is a very big problem, not just for India but for the entire world. In order to address this, we are carrying out a very big campaign to ensure that piped water clean water reaches over 170 million homes," Modi said. He also talked about people having proper property rights to their home and laid out Indian government’s plans to map nearly 600,000 villages across the country. "People must have property rights to their home and land i.e. ownership records are must. In the most developed countries there are a large no of people who do not have property rights to their land and homes," he said. "Today, we are using drones in India to map over 600,000 villages and by doing so we are giving people their digital records of their homes and land. These digital records not only reduce property disputes but also give people increased access to credit and bank loans."

When India grows, world grows: Modi addresses equal opportunities and successful democracy in his UNGA speech

Addressing the world leaders at the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India is moving towards 450GW renewable energy.

Addressing the world leaders at the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India is moving towards 450GW renewable energy. "India to become the world's biggest Green Hydrogen hub. We are answerable to future generations with our decision making," said PM Modi. It is the hydrogen fuel that is created using renewable energy instead of fossil fuels. Hydrogen can also be produced by the electrolysis of water, which is using an electric current to break water. #LIVE | India moving towards 450GW renewable energy. India to become the world's biggest Green Hydrogen hub. We are answerable to future generations with our decision making: @narendramodi at #UNGA #WIONatUNGA pic.twitter.com/TTH5obvJoZ — WION (@WIONews) September 25, 2021 × If this electric current is produced by a renewable source, for instance, solar PV or a wind turbine, the clean hydrogen produced is known as green hydrogen. Also, if renewable energy is used to generate electricity for the electrolysis of water then the green hydrogen can be generated without any harmful emissions. What makes green hydrogen 'green'? Hydrogen, on Earth, does not appear pure in nature and requires energy to separate. The most common technique is to extract hydrogen from water. This is done by using heat and chemical reactions to release hydrogen from organic materials such as fossil fuels. Also read | PM Modi at UNGA: Covid taught world that global economy should be more diversified However, this can be enormously polluting. Worldwide hydrogen production is responsible for CO2 emissions, which are equivalent to that of the United Kingdom and Indonesia combined. There is a cleaner way of getting hydrogen, which is, through electrolysis. Hydrogen atoms form hydrogen molecules and oxygen molecules pair up too. Each can then be bottled up. If the electricity is generated from renewable sources such as solar or wind, the production of hydrogen in this way emits no greenhouse gasses. Also, this is how different shades of hydrogen are created. These include brown hydrogen, grey hydrogen, blue hydrogen, and green hydrogen. Can be expensive While conventional hydrogen and blue hydrogen cost about $2 per kilogram, green hydrogen is around twice as much. That price, however, is falling steeply with renewable energy prices and cheaper costs to make equipment used for electrolysis, called electrolysers. An Australian National University report last year estimated Australia could currently produce green hydrogen at about $3.18-3.80 per kg and at $2 per kg by the end of the decade. At that price, it would be cost-competitive with fossil fuels, experts say.

PM Modi at UNGA: India to become the world's biggest Green Hydrogen hub

As the Indian delegation puts an end to its two days of engagements in the capital, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said the United States and India will be holding a counter-terrorism joint working group meeting designation dialogue. &nbsp;

At a press briefing on Friday, the diplomat also said that in the areas of law enforcement, there is also going to be a renewed US-India Homeland Security dialogue. &nbsp;

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In the bilateral discussions at the While House, both India and the US agreed that the issue of terrorism is very important. The two sides denounced any use of terrorist proxies and emphasised the importance of denying the logistical, financial or military support to terrorist groups, which could be used to plan, or launch attacks, Shringla said. &nbsp;

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The two sides also called on the Taliban to adhere to its commitments under resolution 2593. It includes ensuring that Afghan territory is not used to threaten attack against any country, shelter any terrorist groups or finance attacks and underscores the importance of combating terrorism in the country, he said. &nbsp;

There was a clear concern expressed on Pakistan's role in Afghanistan and the continuing support for an approach that did not seem to be conducive to the international community's expectations of what the war-ravaged country should be like, Shringla added.

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Both during the India-US bilateral meeting and the Quad summit, there was a clear sense of a more careful look, examination and monitoring of Pakistan's role in Afghanistan, the diplomat added. &nbsp;

In response to a question, Shringla said, "An important factor which sometimes gets overlooked is when you see Pakistan, protecting itself as a facilitator, whereas, it has really been in many senses an instigator of some of the problems that we're dealing with in our neighbourhood and beyond.” &nbsp;

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As the Indian delegation puts an end to its two days of engagements in the capital, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said the United States and India will be holding a counter-terrorism joint working group meeting designation dialogue.

As the Indian delegation puts an end to its two days of engagements in the capital, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said the United States and India will be holding a counter-terrorism joint working group meeting designation dialogue. At a press briefing on Friday, the diplomat also said that in the areas of law enforcement, there is also going to be a renewed US-India Homeland Security dialogue. Watch: × In the bilateral discussions at the While House, both India and the US agreed that the issue of terrorism is very important. The two sides denounced any use of terrorist proxies and emphasised the importance of denying the logistical, financial or military support to terrorist groups, which could be used to plan, or launch attacks, Shringla said. Also Read: PM Modi arrives in New York, to address UNGA tomorrow The two sides also called on the Taliban to adhere to its commitments under resolution 2593. It includes ensuring that Afghan territory is not used to threaten attack against any country, shelter any terrorist groups or finance attacks and underscores the importance of combating terrorism in the country, he said. There was a clear concern expressed on Pakistan's role in Afghanistan and the continuing support for an approach that did not seem to be conducive to the international community's expectations of what the war-ravaged country should be like, Shringla added. Also Read: Biden says India should have permanent seat at UNSC: MEA after Quad summit Both during the India-US bilateral meeting and the Quad summit, there was a clear sense of a more careful look, examination and monitoring of Pakistan's role in Afghanistan, the diplomat added. In response to a question, Shringla said, "An important factor which sometimes gets overlooked is when you see Pakistan, protecting itself as a facilitator, whereas, it has really been in many senses an instigator of some of the problems that we're dealing with in our neighbourhood and beyond.” (With inputs from agencies)

US, India to hold counter-terrorism working group meeting dialogue: Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla

 By Vipul Kashyap/Sushil BatraNew Delhi [India], September 25 (ANI): Senior Advocate Vikas Singh, who is also the President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, on Saturday filed his nomination for the post of Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) President.After filing his nomination, Singh said he wants to eradicate nepotism from DDCA and hopes to bring a positive change in the state cricket body, ensuring a free and fair run for every child who hopes to play cricket."I have come here to file my nomination for the post of DDCA President. Whatever happened with my son 20 years ago, I do not want the same to happen to any other child in the city. 20 years ago, my 13-year-old child was labelled as a 19-year-old through the medical board. When I went to Arun Jaitley, he told me whatever you are saying is right, he told me to go to court. When I brought the order, then my child was rejected saying that his father goes to the court," Singh told ANI."DDCA has been turned into private property and this needs to end. They make it feel like we have no say in any matters, there are no facilities here. Every selection is not based on merit, there is illegality involved and I cannot even speak on camera. We need to change this. DDCA members will speak for themselves now," he added.Further talking about nepotism within the DDCA, Singh said: "There is nepotism now, DDCA has been turned into a family club. We will promote cricket now, we will bring transparency in selection. We will ensure a fair run. There are no facilities here, we will change it."The DDCA had held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 15 and Justice Indu Malhotra, former judge of Supreme Court of India, was appointed as the Ombudsman cum Ethics Officer. (ANI) 

By Vipul Kashyap/Sushil BatraNew Delhi [India], September 25 (ANI): Senior Advocate Vikas Singh, who is also the President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, on Saturday filed his nomination for the post of Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) President.

By Vipul Kashyap/Sushil BatraNew Delhi [India], September 25 (ANI): Senior Advocate Vikas Singh, who is also the President of the Supreme Court Bar Association, on Saturday filed his nomination for the post of Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) President.After filing his nomination, Singh said he wants to eradicate nepotism from DDCA and hopes to bring a positive change in the state cricket body, ensuring a free and fair run for every child who hopes to play cricket."I have come here to file my nomination for the post of DDCA President. Whatever happened with my son 20 years ago, I do not want the same to happen to any other child in the city. 20 years ago, my 13-year-old child was labelled as a 19-year-old through the medical board. When I went to Arun Jaitley, he told me whatever you are saying is right, he told me to go to court. When I brought the order, then my child was rejected saying that his father goes to the court," Singh told ANI."DDCA has been turned into private property and this needs to end. They make it feel like we have no say in any matters, there are no facilities here. Every selection is not based on merit, there is illegality involved and I cannot even speak on camera. We need to change this. DDCA members will speak for themselves now," he added.Further talking about nepotism within the DDCA, Singh said: "There is nepotism now, DDCA has been turned into a family club. We will promote cricket now, we will bring transparency in selection. We will ensure a fair run. There are no facilities here, we will change it."The DDCA had held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 15 and Justice Indu Malhotra, former judge of Supreme Court of India, was appointed as the Ombudsman cum Ethics Officer. (ANI)

DDCA Election: Senior Advocate Vikas Singh files nomination for president''s post, hopes to end nepotism

After holding marathon meetings for the last two days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday evening (local time) left for New York, where he is scheduled to address the 76th session of the UNGA.

PM Modi arrived in Washington for a three-day visit to the country on Wednesday, his first beyond the neighbourhood since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Prime Minister held bilateral meetings with US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris here. He also met with his Australian counterpart, Scott Morrison, and the Japanese PM, Yoshihide Suga. PM Modi also participated in the first in-person Quad meeting after COVID-19.

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He also held meetings with five global CEOs for potential investment in India on Thursday.

PM Modi's US visit will conclude on September 25 with an address at the United Nations General Assembly focusing on the pressing global challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change and other important issues.

The theme for this year's General Debate is 'Building Resilience through hope to recover from Covid-19, rebuild sustainably, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people, and revitalise the United Nations'.

After holding marathon meetings for the last two days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday evening (local time) left for New York, where he is scheduled to address the 76th session of the UNGA.

After holding marathon meetings for the last two days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday evening (local time) left for New York, where he is scheduled to address the 76th session of the UNGA. PM Modi arrived in Washington for a three-day visit to the country on Wednesday, his first beyond the neighbourhood since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Prime Minister held bilateral meetings with US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris here. He also met with his Australian counterpart, Scott Morrison, and the Japanese PM, Yoshihide Suga. PM Modi also participated in the first in-person Quad meeting after COVID-19. After a series of meetings in Washington DC, PM @narendramodi emplanes for New York City. He will be addressing the UNGA session there. pic.twitter.com/V4njbyHOfr — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 24, 2021 × He also held meetings with five global CEOs for potential investment in India on Thursday. PM Modi's US visit will conclude on September 25 with an address at the United Nations General Assembly focusing on the pressing global challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change and other important issues. The theme for this year's General Debate is 'Building Resilience through hope to recover from Covid-19, rebuild sustainably, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people, and revitalise the United Nations'.

PM Narendra Modi leaves for New York; to address UNGA 2021

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the 76th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.<o:p></o:p>

The meet started a few days ago and several world leaders have already addressed the assembly, such as Imran Khan, Jacinda Ardern, Scott Morrison, Yoshihide Suga and many more.

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After conducting bilateral meetings with Australia’s Scott Morrison, Japan's Yoshihide Suga, US President Joe Biden and a Quad summit, the Indian Prime Minister is set to address the assembly in the next few hours.<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">When and where to watch<o:p></o:p></h2>

PM Modi will address the UNGA at 6:30 pm IST. The speech will be live streamed on several social media platforms.<o:p></o:p>

WION will be live telecasting Modi’s speech across all social media platforms: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/WION">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=wion">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wionews/">Instagram</a>.<o:p></o:p>

Viewers can stream his speech from <a href="https://youtu.be/sHKkstG4z4k">PM Modi’s official YouTube channel</a>, which will telecast the speech live directly from New York. The YouTube channel is: https://youtu.be/sHKkstG4z4k<o:p></o:p>

In addition to this, Twitter has also been holding live telecasts of the entire session, and has streamed speeches of almost all world leaders addressing the assembly. Viewers can also click on 'live' on Twitter to watch the speech in real time.<o:p></o:p>

United Nations will also be uploading clips, along with live sessions, of Modi's speech on its YouTube channel.<o:p></o:p>

Key pointers from Modi’s speech will also be live tweeted on official Twitter accounts of Press Information Bureau (PIB).<o:p></o:p>

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the 76th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The meet started a few days ago and several world leaders have already addressed the assembly, such as Imran Khan, Jacinda Ardern, Scott Morrison, Yoshihide Suga and many more.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the 76th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The meet started a few days ago and several world leaders have already addressed the assembly, such as Imran Khan, Jacinda Ardern, Scott Morrison, Yoshihide Suga and many more. Also read | Indian PM Narendra Modi set to address UNGA. Here's what you can expect After conducting bilateral meetings with Australia’s Scott Morrison, Japan's Yoshihide Suga, US President Joe Biden and a Quad summit, the Indian Prime Minister is set to address the assembly in the next few hours. When and where to watch PM Modi will address the UNGA at 6:30 pm IST. The speech will be live streamed on several social media platforms. WION will be live telecasting Modi’s speech across all social media platforms: YouTube, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Viewers can stream his speech from PM Modi’s official YouTube channel, which will telecast the speech live directly from New York. The YouTube channel is: https://youtu.be/sHKkstG4z4k In addition to this, Twitter has also been holding live telecasts of the entire session, and has streamed speeches of almost all world leaders addressing the assembly. Viewers can also click on 'live' on Twitter to watch the speech in real time. United Nations will also be uploading clips, along with live sessions, of Modi's speech on its YouTube channel. Key pointers from Modi’s speech will also be live tweeted on official Twitter accounts of Press Information Bureau (PIB).

As Indian PM Modi is set to address UNGA, here's when and where you can watch it

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday (September 25). PM Modi arrived in New York after attending his first in-person Quad summit with leaders from Australia, Japan and the US in Washington. The Prime Minister also met US President Joe Biden for their first bilateral meeting in the Oval Office of the White House.&nbsp;

Upon his arrival in New York, PM Modi tweeted that he will be addressing the UNGA at 6:30 PM (India time). India's ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu and India's Permanent Representative to the UN ambassador T S Tirumurti received PM Modi at the airport.

It is expected that PM Modi's speech will focus on the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change among other global challenges.&nbsp;

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Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla had earlier said that PM Modi will speak on various important issues including cross-border terrorism, regional situation and United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reforms.&nbsp;

"India's Amrit Mahotsav and the 75th-anniversary of the UN are coinciding. And on this occasion, Prime Minister Modi during his address will definitely speak on UN reforms, about why it is needed and how it can be achieved," he said.&nbsp;

"Voicing the sentiments of the 1.3 billion people of India! PM @narendramodi arrives in New York to address the 76th UNGA tomorrow. India's current membership of the @UN Security Council lends even greater significance!," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a tweet.&nbsp;

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The high-level segment of the 76th UNGA began in New York on Tuesday as some of the countries have already spoken. This year, the theme for General Debate is 'Building Resilience through hope to recover from COVID-19, rebuild sustainably, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people, and revitalise the United Nations.'&nbsp;

Modi had last addressed the UN General Assembly session in 2019 as last year it was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with world leaders had submitted pre-recorded video statements for the United Nations General Assembly session.&nbsp;

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Last year, world leaders had submitted pre-recorded video statements for the United Nations General Assembly session in September, as heads of state and government could not physically attend the annual gathering due to the coronavirus pandemic.

After his address to the General Assembly, Modi will return to India.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday (September 25). PM Modi arrived in New York after attending his first in-person Quad summit with leaders from Australia, Japan and the US in Washington.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday (September 25). PM Modi arrived in New York after attending his first in-person Quad summit with leaders from Australia, Japan and the US in Washington. The Prime Minister also met US President Joe Biden for their first bilateral meeting in the Oval Office of the White House. Upon his arrival in New York, PM Modi tweeted that he will be addressing the UNGA at 6:30 PM (India time). India's ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu and India's Permanent Representative to the UN ambassador T S Tirumurti received PM Modi at the airport. It is expected that PM Modi's speech will focus on the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change among other global challenges. ALSO READ | 'Arsonist disguised as fire-fighter': India slams Pakistan at UNGA over Kashmir, terrorism Landed in New York City. Will be addressing the UNGA at 6:30 PM (IST) on the 25th. pic.twitter.com/CUtlNZ83JT — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 25, 2021 × Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla had earlier said that PM Modi will speak on various important issues including cross-border terrorism, regional situation and United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reforms. "India's Amrit Mahotsav and the 75th-anniversary of the UN are coinciding. And on this occasion, Prime Minister Modi during his address will definitely speak on UN reforms, about why it is needed and how it can be achieved," he said. "Voicing the sentiments of the 1.3 billion people of India! PM @narendramodi arrives in New York to address the 76th UNGA tomorrow. India's current membership of the @UN Security Council lends even greater significance!," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a tweet. IN PICS | From 1994 visit to UNGA 2021, here's a look at Modi's US visits The high-level segment of the 76th UNGA began in New York on Tuesday as some of the countries have already spoken. This year, the theme for General Debate is 'Building Resilience through hope to recover from COVID-19, rebuild sustainably, respond to the needs of the planet, respect the rights of people, and revitalise the United Nations.' Modi had last addressed the UN General Assembly session in 2019 as last year it was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with world leaders had submitted pre-recorded video statements for the United Nations General Assembly session. × Last year, world leaders had submitted pre-recorded video statements for the United Nations General Assembly session in September, as heads of state and government could not physically attend the annual gathering due to the coronavirus pandemic. After his address to the General Assembly, Modi will return to India.

Indian PM Narendra Modi set to address UNGA. Here's what you can expect

From 1994 visit to UNGA 2021, here's a look at Modi's US visits

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen on his trip to the United States ahead of his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).<o:p></o:p>

Narayen pushed ideas to promote 'Digital India' through bringing in more ways of pushing smart education for every child in India.<o:p></o:p>

"We also spoke about what Adobe can do more in India. People of India have always been an asset," Narayen said.

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Assuring that the tech company will keep working to promote right to education especially in these tough times of coronavirus pandemic.<o:p></o:p>

The Adobe CEO has also lent more support to Indian start-ups to promote digital ed-tech. "I sat down with him to discuss interesting ideas relating to ed-tech, supporting Indian start-ups and boosting innovation," Modi tweeted.

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Narayen will also be concentrating on bringing in more awareness and tools for video and animation for children in India. <o:p></o:p>

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"Shantanu expressed keenness to take the joys of video and animation to every child in India," Modi tweeted.

Other than&nbsp;Narayen, Modi also had one-on-one meeting with Cristiano E Amon, the President and CEO of semiconductor maker Qualcomm,&nbsp;First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone.

Modi also met with Australian PM Scott Morrison in a first bilateral meeting since the Covid pandemic.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen on his trip to the United States ahead of his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen on his trip to the United States ahead of his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Narayen pushed ideas to promote 'Digital India' through bringing in more ways of pushing smart education for every child in India. "We also spoke about what Adobe can do more in India. People of India have always been an asset," Narayen said. Also read | Indian PM Narendra Modi holds talks with Australia's Scott Morrison, who calls meeting 'outstanding, great' Assuring that the tech company will keep working to promote right to education especially in these tough times of coronavirus pandemic. The Adobe CEO has also lent more support to Indian start-ups to promote digital ed-tech. "I sat down with him to discuss interesting ideas relating to ed-tech, supporting Indian start-ups and boosting innovation," Modi tweeted. Mr. Shantanu Narayen of @Adobe is a great friend of India’s. I sat down with him to discuss interesting ideas relating to ed-tech, supporting Indian start-ups and boosting innovation. Shantanu expressed keenness to take the joys of video and animation to every child in India. pic.twitter.com/MijntOHiRZ — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 23, 2021 × WATCH | Narayen will also be concentrating on bringing in more awareness and tools for video and animation for children in India. "Shantanu expressed keenness to take the joys of video and animation to every child in India," Modi tweeted. Other than Narayen, Modi also had one-on-one meeting with Cristiano E Amon, the President and CEO of semiconductor maker Qualcomm, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone. Modi also met with Australian PM Scott Morrison in a first bilateral meeting since the Covid pandemic.

Adobe CEO meets Indian PM to discuss ideas for 'Digital India'

Top Australian Government officials, representatives of the Australian Space Agency and entrepreneurs expressed interest in active bilateral cooperation with India in the Space sector.&nbsp;

This gains significance given how Australia is planning on tripling its Space Economy by 2030 and India’s recent reforms to permit end-to-end private participation in space activities, besides the ongoing plan to permit Foreign Direct Investment in the Space sector.&nbsp;

In a discussion facilitated by the Confederation of Indian Industry, top officials from the Indian and Australian Space agencies and industry representatives discussed the ‘Commercial Opportunities across the Aus-India Space Ecosystem’.&nbsp;

Speaking at the event, Australian High Commissioner to India, Barry O’Farrell AO, said he wanted to see Australian and Indian firms partner and grow together. He welcomed India’s planned revisions to FDI norms in the space sector, saying “this could be a real game changer for bilateral commercial space collaboration”.&nbsp;

On Australia’s advantages, he said “our geographical position in the southern hemisphere, wide-open spaces and relatively low light pollution, make us a natural partner for India. We also have expertise to offer in satellite tech, earth observation, leapfrog R&amp;D, comms, robotics and remote asset management”. He also recalled the Ind-Aus cooperation in space, which dates back to 1987.

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Sreerekha, Assistant Scientific Secretary, ISRO, said that ISRO was in the process of bringing out Industry-friendly policies and also assured that the Draft policy would be made available for public consultation. Regarding the FDI Policy for space, she added that it would soon be made available, thus enabling foreign firms to invest in all areas of space.&nbsp;

According to Karl Rodrigues, an official of the Australian Space Agency, it was projected that the Australian Space Economy would see a three-fold growth to $12bn by 2030 and employ as many as 20,000 people. He also said that Australia would be returning to space by performing commercial rocket launches and also via collaborative missions to put Australian satellites in lunar orbit or probes on the lunar surface.

Though Australia has been involved in space activities for a long time, it is notable that the Australian Space Agency was established barely three years ago and they don’t yet have a standalone, independent space-faring programme. So far, they have been collaborating with and supporting other agencies and countries to jointly perform missions.&nbsp;

However, Peter Williams, of Southern Launch said that the Australian government recently approved the first commercial rocket launch from the Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex, of their company. “This is an important outcome in establishing Australia’s commercial launch capability and demonstrating what our country can offer international rocket manufacturers and their payload customers” he added.&nbsp;

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Indian entrepreneur Awais Ahmed, CEO, Pixxel mentioned the prospects of their constellation of Hyperspectral imaging satellites that could collect vast amounts of data, which can be used for studying agriculture, pest infestation, emissions, impact on forests etc. “Pixxel was looking at Australia to further expand its global network, and explore partnerships with Australian data application providers to help develop a user-friendly interface for end-users in the agricultural and mining sectors” he added.

When asked about the reasons why Indian firms had to invest in Australia, given the low costs at home and high-costs in Australia, an Australian representative acknowledged the cost advantage in India and also pointed out their country's capability in terms of processes, systems engineering, components, robotics, optical technologies, laser, AI etc. "There are a lot of complementary skills and talent, Aus-India can work together for developing low-cost and high-performance systems and even joint missions" it was added.

Entrepreneurs from India and Australia agreed that, given the high investment in developing space capabilities, the respective Governments had to provide access to capital, which would enable more innovation and foster an ecosystem for Space technology.&nbsp;

Top Australian Government officials, representatives of the Australian Space Agency and entrepreneurs expressed interest in active bilateral cooperation with India in the Space sector.

Top Australian Government officials, representatives of the Australian Space Agency and entrepreneurs expressed interest in active bilateral cooperation with India in the Space sector. This gains significance given how Australia is planning on tripling its Space Economy by 2030 and India’s recent reforms to permit end-to-end private participation in space activities, besides the ongoing plan to permit Foreign Direct Investment in the Space sector. In a discussion facilitated by the Confederation of Indian Industry, top officials from the Indian and Australian Space agencies and industry representatives discussed the ‘Commercial Opportunities across the Aus-India Space Ecosystem’. Speaking at the event, Australian High Commissioner to India, Barry O’Farrell AO, said he wanted to see Australian and Indian firms partner and grow together. He welcomed India’s planned revisions to FDI norms in the space sector, saying “this could be a real game changer for bilateral commercial space collaboration”. On Australia’s advantages, he said “our geographical position in the southern hemisphere, wide-open spaces and relatively low light pollution, make us a natural partner for India. We also have expertise to offer in satellite tech, earth observation, leapfrog R&D, comms, robotics and remote asset management”. He also recalled the Ind-Aus cooperation in space, which dates back to 1987. IN PICS | UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead Sreerekha, Assistant Scientific Secretary, ISRO, said that ISRO was in the process of bringing out Industry-friendly policies and also assured that the Draft policy would be made available for public consultation. Regarding the FDI Policy for space, she added that it would soon be made available, thus enabling foreign firms to invest in all areas of space. According to Karl Rodrigues, an official of the Australian Space Agency, it was projected that the Australian Space Economy would see a three-fold growth to $12bn by 2030 and employ as many as 20,000 people. He also said that Australia would be returning to space by performing commercial rocket launches and also via collaborative missions to put Australian satellites in lunar orbit or probes on the lunar surface. Though Australia has been involved in space activities for a long time, it is notable that the Australian Space Agency was established barely three years ago and they don’t yet have a standalone, independent space-faring programme. So far, they have been collaborating with and supporting other agencies and countries to jointly perform missions. However, Peter Williams, of Southern Launch said that the Australian government recently approved the first commercial rocket launch from the Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex, of their company. “This is an important outcome in establishing Australia’s commercial launch capability and demonstrating what our country can offer international rocket manufacturers and their payload customers” he added. ALSO READ | Differently-abled, people with restricted mobility to get Covid vaccine jabs at homes: Indian Govt Indian entrepreneur Awais Ahmed, CEO, Pixxel mentioned the prospects of their constellation of Hyperspectral imaging satellites that could collect vast amounts of data, which can be used for studying agriculture, pest infestation, emissions, impact on forests etc. “Pixxel was looking at Australia to further expand its global network, and explore partnerships with Australian data application providers to help develop a user-friendly interface for end-users in the agricultural and mining sectors” he added. When asked about the reasons why Indian firms had to invest in Australia, given the low costs at home and high-costs in Australia, an Australian representative acknowledged the cost advantage in India and also pointed out their country's capability in terms of processes, systems engineering, components, robotics, optical technologies, laser, AI etc. "There are a lot of complementary skills and talent, Aus-India can work together for developing low-cost and high-performance systems and even joint missions" it was added. Entrepreneurs from India and Australia agreed that, given the high investment in developing space capabilities, the respective Governments had to provide access to capital, which would enable more innovation and foster an ecosystem for Space technology.

Australia looking forward to active bilateral cooperation with India in space sector, say officials

During his high-profile series of meetings with the top business leaders in the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful interaction with First Solar CEO Mark Widmar here on Thursday, sources said. Widmar has expressed his happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries, according to sources.

PM Modi spoke about the one world, one Sun and one grid initiative and its potential. He referred to India`s ambitious target of 450 GW of renewable energy. He also emphasised India`s focus on manufacturing of solar energy and said that companies in the field of solar energy can take maximum advantage of our PLI schemes.

PM Modi also discussed India's green hydrogen mission.PM Modi and Widmar both agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region.

After meeting with PM Modi, Widmar said, "With his leadership and what he has done to create a really strong balance between industrial policy as well as trade policy, makes it an ideal opportunity for companies like solar, to establish manufacturing in India, and his commitment to ensuring domestic capabilities and ensuring his long term climate goals and objectives with focus on energy independence and security."

"I think the alignment of what he is trying to accomplish could not be better for companies that are looking to manufacture in India," he added. Further, he stressed that, "If every country could embrace and emulate what India has done, our ability to hit these long term clinical objectives that are service, established in the Paris Accord won`t be a problem. I believe that India's leadership in terms of being aggressive in its commitment to renewable energy, 50 gigatonnes by the end of this decade, and enabling policies and support that enable domestic capability to ensure the most competitively advantaged and lowest cost way to deliver renewable energy into the market, should be replicated across all major markets around the world.

"Widmar has told PM Modi that his "commitments to India, and wanting to be part of the journey and the vision that he set out is important. It is not one that we would forego, we would want to be part of this opportunity, to be part of this journey. "Asked about India's initiative for the International Solar Alliance, he said, "It will help us think about opportunities. One of the things we want to do with India is not only to be there to support the domestic market, but we want to be a technology leader in leveraging the capabilities that India can provide. And then compete on a global platform and participate in exports into international markets, that type of alliance and opportunity further enhances that potential. "First Solar Inc. is a US multinational corporation that manufactures solar panels and provides utility-scale photovoltaic power plants. The company also provides services associated with finance, construction and maintenance and end-of-life panel recycling.

During his high-profile series of meetings with the top business leaders in the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful interaction with First Solar CEO Mark Widmar here on Thursday, sources said.

During his high-profile series of meetings with the top business leaders in the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful interaction with First Solar CEO Mark Widmar here on Thursday, sources said. Widmar has expressed his happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries, according to sources. PM Modi spoke about the one world, one Sun and one grid initiative and its potential. He referred to India`s ambitious target of 450 GW of renewable energy. He also emphasised India`s focus on manufacturing of solar energy and said that companies in the field of solar energy can take maximum advantage of our PLI schemes. PM Modi also discussed India's green hydrogen mission.PM Modi and Widmar both agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region. After meeting with PM Modi, Widmar said, "With his leadership and what he has done to create a really strong balance between industrial policy as well as trade policy, makes it an ideal opportunity for companies like solar, to establish manufacturing in India, and his commitment to ensuring domestic capabilities and ensuring his long term climate goals and objectives with focus on energy independence and security." "I think the alignment of what he is trying to accomplish could not be better for companies that are looking to manufacture in India," he added. Further, he stressed that, "If every country could embrace and emulate what India has done, our ability to hit these long term clinical objectives that are service, established in the Paris Accord won`t be a problem. I believe that India's leadership in terms of being aggressive in its commitment to renewable energy, 50 gigatonnes by the end of this decade, and enabling policies and support that enable domestic capability to ensure the most competitively advantaged and lowest cost way to deliver renewable energy into the market, should be replicated across all major markets around the world. "Widmar has told PM Modi that his "commitments to India, and wanting to be part of the journey and the vision that he set out is important. It is not one that we would forego, we would want to be part of this opportunity, to be part of this journey. "Asked about India's initiative for the International Solar Alliance, he said, "It will help us think about opportunities. One of the things we want to do with India is not only to be there to support the domestic market, but we want to be a technology leader in leveraging the capabilities that India can provide. And then compete on a global platform and participate in exports into international markets, that type of alliance and opportunity further enhances that potential. "First Solar Inc. is a US multinational corporation that manufactures solar panels and provides utility-scale photovoltaic power plants. The company also provides services associated with finance, construction and maintenance and end-of-life panel recycling.

The world should follow India's path on climate change: First Solar CEO tells PM Modi

In a tweet on May 31, 2020, Australian Prime Minister expressed his desire to share his vegetarian meal, ScoMosas with Mango Chutney, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He dubbed the samosas "ScoMosas," prefixing his name in the meal, and said the mango chutney was produced "from scratch."

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The two countries are "linked by the Indian Ocean" and "together by the Indian samosa," PM Modi responded to the tweet. 
 
This was after an in-person bilateral meeting was cancelled and replaced with a video call due to a fatal second wave of coronavirus in India and a massive fire in Australia.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently in the United States, meeting with&nbsp;Scott Morrison, in person.

The meeting takes place at a time when Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom formed a new defence alliance. 
 
This meeting between Morrison and Modi is the first India-Australia bilateral meeting between the two leaders since the coronavirus pandemic took over the world. This is also the Indian Prime Minister’s first bilateral meeting of this US trip.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a tweet on May 31, 2020, Australian Prime Minister expressed his desire to share his vegetarian meal, ScoMosas with Mango Chutney, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

In a tweet on May 31, 2020, Australian Prime Minister expressed his desire to share his vegetarian meal, ScoMosas with Mango Chutney, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He dubbed the samosas "ScoMosas," prefixing his name in the meal, and said the mango chutney was produced "from scratch." Sunday ScoMosas with mango chutney, all made from scratch - including the chutney! A pity my meeting with @narendramodi this week is by videolink. They’re vegetarian, I would have liked to share them with him. pic.twitter.com/Sj7y4Migu9 — Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) May 31, 2020 × The two countries are "linked by the Indian Ocean" and "together by the Indian samosa," PM Modi responded to the tweet. This was after an in-person bilateral meeting was cancelled and replaced with a video call due to a fatal second wave of coronavirus in India and a massive fire in Australia. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently in the United States, meeting with Scott Morrison, in person. The meeting takes place at a time when Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom formed a new defence alliance. This meeting between Morrison and Modi is the first India-Australia bilateral meeting between the two leaders since the coronavirus pandemic took over the world. This is also the Indian Prime Minister’s first bilateral meeting of this US trip. (With inputs from agencies)

'Scomosas': Australian PM Scott Morrison nicknamed Indian fried snack after himself

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his trip to the United States on Wednesday, calling it an "opportunity to boost Indo-US ties."

“At the invitation of Joe Biden, I am visiting the USA to continue our dialogue, and exchange views on areas of mutual interest. Also looking forward to meeting Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss global issues and explore ideas for cooperation between India and US,” Modi wrote on Twitter.&nbsp;

PM Modi's visit to the United States will include bilateral discussions with US officials, participation in the Quad Leaders' Summit, a speech to the United Nations General Assembly, and commercial connections. 
 
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and Foreign Secretary Shringla will all be part of the prime minister's entourage.

September 23 | Arrival in Washington: 6 pm Local Time, 3:30 am IST

07:15 pm IST: On September 23, the prime minister will meet one-on-one with five chief executives of major American corporations, including Apple CEO Tim Cook.

11 pm IST: PM Modi will also meet with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison. &nbsp;

September 24 (Friday)

12:45&nbsp; AM IST onwards: PM Modi will meet US Vice-President Kamala Harris in Washington.

3:00 AM IST: PM Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with Japan Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga.

8:30 PM IST: PM Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden at the White House.

11:30 PM IST: After a lunch break, PM Modi will return to the White House for the Quad Leaders' Summit with the US, Japan, and Australia.&nbsp;

September 25 (Saturday)

7:30 PM IST: The prime minister will speak at the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York during the General Debate of the High-Level Segment.

9:15 PM IST: PM Modi will leave for New Delhi from New York.&nbsp;

September 26 (Sunday)

11:30 AM IST: PM Modi will arrive in New Delhi. 
 
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As part of the preparations for Modi's visit, India and the US had a series of discussions.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his trip to the United States on Wednesday, calling it an "opportunity to boost Indo-US ties." “At the invitation of Joe Biden, I am visiting the USA to continue our dialogue, and exchange views on areas of mutual interest.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his trip to the United States on Wednesday, calling it an "opportunity to boost Indo-US ties." “At the invitation of Joe Biden, I am visiting the USA to continue our dialogue, and exchange views on areas of mutual interest. Also looking forward to meeting Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss global issues and explore ideas for cooperation between India and US,” Modi wrote on Twitter. PM Modi's visit to the United States will include bilateral discussions with US officials, participation in the Quad Leaders' Summit, a speech to the United Nations General Assembly, and commercial connections. Also read | Global COVID-19 summit: Indian PM Modi bats for mutual recognition of vaccine certificates amid UK row External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and Foreign Secretary Shringla will all be part of the prime minister's entourage. September 23 | Arrival in Washington: 6 pm Local Time, 3:30 am IST 07:15 pm IST: On September 23, the prime minister will meet one-on-one with five chief executives of major American corporations, including Apple CEO Tim Cook. 11 pm IST: PM Modi will also meet with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison. September 24 (Friday) 12:45 AM IST onwards: PM Modi will meet US Vice-President Kamala Harris in Washington. 3:00 AM IST: PM Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with Japan Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga. 8:30 PM IST: PM Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden at the White House. 11:30 PM IST: After a lunch break, PM Modi will return to the White House for the Quad Leaders' Summit with the US, Japan, and Australia. September 25 (Saturday) 7:30 PM IST: The prime minister will speak at the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York during the General Debate of the High-Level Segment. 9:15 PM IST: PM Modi will leave for New Delhi from New York. September 26 (Sunday) 11:30 AM IST: PM Modi will arrive in New Delhi. Also read | Indian PM Narendra Modi's flight to US skips Frankfurt stopover, courtesy advanced aircraft As part of the preparations for Modi's visit, India and the US had a series of discussions. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian PM Narendra Modi’s US visit schedule: Quad summit, UNGA address and more

The highly anticipated face-to-face bilateral meeting between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi took place on September 24, 2021, to discuss pressing global and regional issues ranging from Covid to Afghanistan.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised US President Joe Biden's commitment and vision for India-US relations and the globe at large on Friday.

Modi, who was seated alongside Biden in the Oval Office of the White House, told the president that they had the opportunity to discuss India-US relations in depth in 2016 and even before that in 2014.&nbsp;

In meeting with Biden, PM Modi redefines the contours of India-USA ties.

PM highlights the 5 T’s of: tradition, talent, technology, trade, and trusteeship.

Tradition: Modi stated that the seeds of Indo-US collaboration had been sowed. Modi predicted that the importance of both countries' traditions, as well as the democratic values to which they are dedicated, will only grow.&nbsp;

Talent: Modi praised 4 million-strong Indian-American talent and its contribution to the US economy, predicting that such people-to-people exchanges will continue to rise.&nbsp;

Technology: In today's world, technology will be the driving force — technology for the benefit of humanity. Trade would play a significant role in this scenario. According to Modi, commerce between the United States and India is complementary, with one country possessing items that the other requires.&nbsp;

Trade: In the ongoing decade, India and the US can also strengthen their trade relationship. Trade will remain a key area of cooperation between both countries.

Trusteeship: &nbsp;Gandhi Ji's Jayanti was mentioned by President Joe Biden. Gandhi Ji discussed Trusteeship, a concept that will be critical for our world in the future.

The highly anticipated face-to-face bilateral meeting between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi took place on September 24, 2021, to discuss pressing global and regional issues ranging from Covid to Afghanistan.

The highly anticipated face-to-face bilateral meeting between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi took place on September 24, 2021, to discuss pressing global and regional issues ranging from Covid to Afghanistan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised US President Joe Biden's commitment and vision for India-US relations and the globe at large on Friday. Modi, who was seated alongside Biden in the Oval Office of the White House, told the president that they had the opportunity to discuss India-US relations in depth in 2016 and even before that in 2014. In meeting with Biden, PM Modi redefines the contours of India-USA ties. PM highlights the 5 T’s of: tradition, talent, technology, trade, and trusteeship. Tradition: Modi stated that the seeds of Indo-US collaboration had been sowed. Modi predicted that the importance of both countries' traditions, as well as the democratic values to which they are dedicated, will only grow. Talent: Modi praised 4 million-strong Indian-American talent and its contribution to the US economy, predicting that such people-to-people exchanges will continue to rise. Technology: In today's world, technology will be the driving force — technology for the benefit of humanity. Trade would play a significant role in this scenario. According to Modi, commerce between the United States and India is complementary, with one country possessing items that the other requires. Trade: In the ongoing decade, India and the US can also strengthen their trade relationship. Trade will remain a key area of cooperation between both countries. Trusteeship: Gandhi Ji's Jayanti was mentioned by President Joe Biden. Gandhi Ji discussed Trusteeship, a concept that will be critical for our world in the future.

'5 Ts': Indian PM Narendra Modi redefines contours of ties at summit with US president Joe Biden

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reminded US President Joe Biden on Friday that there is still much work to be done in the sphere of trade, emphasising the importance of the two nations' business connections.

This is their first meeting since Biden took office as President of the United States in January of this year.

PM Modi emphasised the importance of the bilateral summit, noting that the seeds had been laid for a deeper partnership between India and the United States.

"There is much to be done in trade. Trade will be an important factor in India-USA ties in the coming decade, PM Modi said in his first bilateral meeting with the US President. 
 
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PM Modi stated that President Joe Biden is taking steps to put his vision for bilateral relations into action.

He went on to say that talent and people-to-people connections will determine this decade.

The following are PM Modi's important White House quotes:&nbsp;

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	<li>I'd like to express my gratitude to President Joe Biden for his kind greeting. I remember our encounters in 2014 and 2016. You had outlined your vision for India-US relations at the time. I'm delighted to see you're working to make this idea a reality.&nbsp; 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>There is much to be done in trade. Trade will be an important factor in India-USA ties in the coming decade. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Today's bilateral summit is important. We are meeting at the start of the third decade of this century. Your leadership will certainly play an important role in how this decade is shaped. The seeds have been sown for an even stronger friendship between India and the US. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>I am glad the Indian diaspora is making an active contribution to the USA's progress. 
	&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Gandhi Ji's Jayanti was mentioned by President Joe Biden. Gandhi Ji discussed Trusteeship, a concept that will be critical for our world in the future.&nbsp; 
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	<li>Each of the issues raised by President Joe Biden is critical to the alliance between India and the United States. His contributions to COVID-19, climate change mitigation, and the Quad are important. 
	 
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi reminded US President Joe Biden on Friday that there is still much work to be done in the sphere of trade, emphasising the importance of the two nations' business connections.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reminded US President Joe Biden on Friday that there is still much work to be done in the sphere of trade, emphasising the importance of the two nations' business connections. This is their first meeting since Biden took office as President of the United States in January of this year. PM Modi emphasised the importance of the bilateral summit, noting that the seeds had been laid for a deeper partnership between India and the United States. "There is much to be done in trade. Trade will be an important factor in India-USA ties in the coming decade, PM Modi said in his first bilateral meeting with the US President. Also read | Beginning new chapter: Joe Biden tells Modi India-US ties to be stronger, closer, tighter PM Modi stated that President Joe Biden is taking steps to put his vision for bilateral relations into action. He went on to say that talent and people-to-people connections will determine this decade. The following are PM Modi's important White House quotes: I'd like to express my gratitude to President Joe Biden for his kind greeting. I remember our encounters in 2014 and 2016. You had outlined your vision for India-US relations at the time. I'm delighted to see you're working to make this idea a reality. There is much to be done in trade. Trade will be an important factor in India-USA ties in the coming decade. Today's bilateral summit is important. We are meeting at the start of the third decade of this century. Your leadership will certainly play an important role in how this decade is shaped. The seeds have been sown for an even stronger friendship between India and the US. I am glad the Indian diaspora is making an active contribution to the USA's progress. Gandhi Ji's Jayanti was mentioned by President Joe Biden. Gandhi Ji discussed Trusteeship, a concept that will be critical for our world in the future. Each of the issues raised by President Joe Biden is critical to the alliance between India and the United States. His contributions to COVID-19, climate change mitigation, and the Quad are important. Watch: Indian PM Narendra Modi receives warm welcome by Joe Biden, video wins hearts ALSO READ | COVID-19, climate change on agenda as PM Narendra Modi prepares to attend Quad

Trade is an important factor in India-US ties, PM Modi tells US President Biden

The relationship between India and the United States, the world's two greatest democracies, is destined to become stronger, closer, and tighter, US President Joe Biden said on Friday as he hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their first in-person bilateral summit.

"Every day, four million Indian-Americans strengthen the United States," Biden told Modi.&nbsp;

He stated the two countries were beginning a new chapter in India-United States relations.

"I have known you for a long time. I am glad that you have come back to the White House… You are well aware of our history… Our relationship has always been good," Biden told Modi. 
 
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The two leaders met&nbsp;at the Oval Office and discussed a wide variety of issues, including COVID-19, climate change and economic cooperation. 
 
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They have met before when Biden was vice president, but this is the first time Biden is hosting Modi since becoming the 46th US president in January.&nbsp;

Here are some quotes from US President Joe Biden's remarks to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi:&nbsp;

"Welcome. I want to welcome my friend, who I've known for some time, back to the White House. And Mr Prime Minister, we're going to continue to build on our strong partnership."

"When I showed the Prime Minister to his seat, I pointed out that seat is occupied almost every day by an Indian American."

"The Vice President's mother was from India, a scientist and a remarkable woman,&nbsp;" he said, referring to&nbsp;Shyamala Gopalan Harris, the mother of his deputy Kamala Harris.

"As I think you know, Mr Prime Minister, I've long believed that the US-India relationship can help us solve an awful lot of global challenges."

"In fact, back in 2006, I sent that hope out where I said that by 2020... India and the United States would be among the closest nations in the world to one another."

"And maybe I shouldn't – these are not part of my prepared remarks, but when I was in Mumbai as vice president, I finished meeting with the equivalent of the chamber of commerce. And afterwards, the Indian press asked me, "Do I have any relatives in India?"

"And I said I'm not sure but, when I was elected as a 29-year-old in kid in 1972, before I was sworn in, I got a letter from a person named Biden – last name – in Mumbai, from Mumbai. And I said, but I was never able to follow up." 
 
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"The next morning, I had a press conference going away, and the Indian press, some of these folks, said you have five Bidens in India. And although we never admitted it – jokingly – I've found out that there was a Captain George Biden who was a captain in the East India Tea Company in India."

Biden turned to Modi and quipped: "That's hard for an Irishman to admit."

Biden then said to the press: "I shouldn't be so casual with you all. I hope you understand the humour in it. The end result was, he apparently stayed and married an Indian woman and I've never been able to track it down, so the whole purpose of this meeting is for him to help me figure out."

The US President smiled and there was laughter from the people in the room.

The relationship between India and the United States, the world's two greatest democracies, is destined to become stronger, closer, and tighter, US President Joe Biden said on Friday as he hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their first in-person bilateral summit.

The relationship between India and the United States, the world's two greatest democracies, is destined to become stronger, closer, and tighter, US President Joe Biden said on Friday as he hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their first in-person bilateral summit. "Every day, four million Indian-Americans strengthen the United States," Biden told Modi. He stated the two countries were beginning a new chapter in India-United States relations. "I have known you for a long time. I am glad that you have come back to the White House… You are well aware of our history… Our relationship has always been good," Biden told Modi. Watch: Indian PM Narendra Modi receives warm welcome by Joe Biden, video wins hearts The two leaders met at the Oval Office and discussed a wide variety of issues, including COVID-19, climate change and economic cooperation. ALSO READ | COVID-19, climate change on agenda as PM Narendra Modi prepares to attend Quad They have met before when Biden was vice president, but this is the first time Biden is hosting Modi since becoming the 46th US president in January. Here are some quotes from US President Joe Biden's remarks to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi: "Welcome. I want to welcome my friend, who I've known for some time, back to the White House. And Mr Prime Minister, we're going to continue to build on our strong partnership." "When I showed the Prime Minister to his seat, I pointed out that seat is occupied almost every day by an Indian American." "The Vice President's mother was from India, a scientist and a remarkable woman, " he said, referring to Shyamala Gopalan Harris, the mother of his deputy Kamala Harris. "As I think you know, Mr Prime Minister, I've long believed that the US-India relationship can help us solve an awful lot of global challenges." "In fact, back in 2006, I sent that hope out where I said that by 2020... India and the United States would be among the closest nations in the world to one another." "And maybe I shouldn't – these are not part of my prepared remarks, but when I was in Mumbai as vice president, I finished meeting with the equivalent of the chamber of commerce. And afterwards, the Indian press asked me, "Do I have any relatives in India?" "And I said I'm not sure but, when I was elected as a 29-year-old in kid in 1972, before I was sworn in, I got a letter from a person named Biden – last name – in Mumbai, from Mumbai. And I said, but I was never able to follow up." Also read | ‘5 Bidens in Mumbai’: When Joe Biden spoke of distant relatives in India "The next morning, I had a press conference going away, and the Indian press, some of these folks, said you have five Bidens in India. And although we never admitted it – jokingly – I've found out that there was a Captain George Biden who was a captain in the East India Tea Company in India." Biden turned to Modi and quipped: "That's hard for an Irishman to admit." Biden then said to the press: "I shouldn't be so casual with you all. I hope you understand the humour in it. The end result was, he apparently stayed and married an Indian woman and I've never been able to track it down, so the whole purpose of this meeting is for him to help me figure out." The US President smiled and there was laughter from the people in the room.

Beginning a new chapter: Joe Biden tells Modi India-US ties to be stronger, closer, tighter

In a scene straight out of movies, gang rivalry led to assailants dressed as lawyers storming a courtroom in Indian capital New Delhi and gunning down a rival gangster on Friday.

Jitender Gogi, the now-dead gangster, was being produced in court. Two out of three attackers were dressed as lawyers. All of them were killed by the police in retaliatory fire. As per media reports, three other people have been injured which includes a woman lawyer. The incident at a court in Delhi's Rohini area was partially caught on camera.

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The gangster Jitender Gogi was killed by the attackers who reportedly belonged to rival 'Tillu' gang. News agency IANS has quoted sources as saying that the incident took place in court no 207.

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Gogi was arrested in April this year by special cell of the police. He is a known criminal&nbsp;who has been involved in numerous crimes for many years.

He was also involved in killing of a 22-year-old singer in north Indian state of Haryana. She was gunned down in 2017.

On&nbsp;the incident at Rohini court, a Delhi Police spokesperson said a police team took swift action and launched counter firing.

Two of the assailants were in lawyers' attire and attacked the undertrial&nbsp;Gogi. "Both assailants died along with Gogi," the spokesperson said.

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"They killed Gogi and the cops shot them dead," sources said adding that the judge was present in the court at the time of the incident. A woman lawyer was also injured during the firing.

Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana also confirmed that the attackers have been neutralised.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a scene straight out of movies, gang rivalry led to assailants dressed as lawyers storming a courtroom in Indian capital New Delhi and gunning down a rival gangster on Friday.

In a scene straight out of movies, gang rivalry led to assailants dressed as lawyers storming a courtroom in Indian capital New Delhi and gunning down a rival gangster on Friday. Jitender Gogi, the now-dead gangster, was being produced in court. Two out of three attackers were dressed as lawyers. All of them were killed by the police in retaliatory fire. As per media reports, three other people have been injured which includes a woman lawyer. The incident at a court in Delhi's Rohini area was partially caught on camera. #WATCH | Visuals of the shootout at Delhi's Rohini court today As per Delhi Police, assailants opened fire at gangster Jitender Mann 'Gogi', who has died. Three attackers have also been shot dead by police. pic.twitter.com/dYgRjQGW7J — ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021 × The gangster Jitender Gogi was killed by the attackers who reportedly belonged to rival 'Tillu' gang. News agency IANS has quoted sources as saying that the incident took place in court no 207. Also Read | Indian salon ordered to pay Rs 20 million as damages for a 'traumatic' haircut Gogi was arrested in April this year by special cell of the police. He is a known criminal who has been involved in numerous crimes for many years. He was also involved in killing of a 22-year-old singer in north Indian state of Haryana. She was gunned down in 2017. On the incident at Rohini court, a Delhi Police spokesperson said a police team took swift action and launched counter firing. Two of the assailants were in lawyers' attire and attacked the undertrial Gogi. "Both assailants died along with Gogi," the spokesperson said. Also Read | 'Scomosas': Australian PM Scott Morrison nicknamed Indian fried snack after himself "They killed Gogi and the cops shot them dead," sources said adding that the judge was present in the court at the time of the incident. A woman lawyer was also injured during the firing. Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana also confirmed that the attackers have been neutralised. (With inputs from agencies)

Straight from a crime film: Attackers dressed as lawyers kill Indian gangster inside courtroom

Giving a brief about the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meetings with several government and corporate leaders, India’s Foreign Secretary Harsh Shringla conducted a press briefing.<o:p></o:p>

Talking about Modi’s meeting with the US Vice President Kamala Harris, Shringla said the two leaders appreciated the bilateral relationship between the US and India. Harris also acknowledged and appreciated India’s efforts of helping several other countries by providing them Covid vaccines and aid during the tough times of this pandemic.

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The two leaders showed great appreciation for the idea and working of democracies in the two countries, FS Shringla said.

He also claimed that during her bilateral meeting with the Indian Prime Minister, Kamala Harris "suo motu referred to Pakistan's role" with regards to terrorism and assured that the countries should make sure&nbsp;"that these groups don't impact US and Indian secruity".

Shringla also reported that during Modi’s first bilateral meeting of the day with Australian counterpart Scott Morrison, the Australian Prime Minister briefly mentioned the rationale of "Australian side on Aukus alliance".<o:p></o:p>

This was the first time the two leaders have met face-to-face since the pandemic and the recently-established Aukus alliance. The meeting was important to show that the Indian side will be kept in loop about any developments regarding the Aukus alliance — a new defence pact established between the US, Australia and the UK.

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Shringla also reported that Indian Prime Minister thanked Morrison for taking care of the Indian community during the Covid crisis in the two countries.

Modi also met with the outgoing Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga. This was the first time the two leaders were meeting since Suga took control of the office. While the Indian leader congratulated Suga for successful hosting of Tokyo Olympics, the Japanese leader assured his commitment towards a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. They agreed to enhance bilateral security and defence cooperation, including in the area of defence equipment and technologies.<o:p></o:p>

The two leaders also discussed plans of advancing smooth and timely implementation of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project.

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Giving a brief about the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meetings with several government and corporate leaders, India’s Foreign Secretary Harsh Shringla conducted a press briefing.

Giving a brief about the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meetings with several government and corporate leaders, India’s Foreign Secretary Harsh Shringla conducted a press briefing. Talking about Modi’s meeting with the US Vice President Kamala Harris, Shringla said the two leaders appreciated the bilateral relationship between the US and India. Harris also acknowledged and appreciated India’s efforts of helping several other countries by providing them Covid vaccines and aid during the tough times of this pandemic. Also read | 'India, US natural partners,' say Indian PM Narendra Modi, US Vice President Kamala Harris after first in-person meeting The two leaders showed great appreciation for the idea and working of democracies in the two countries, FS Shringla said. He also claimed that during her bilateral meeting with the Indian Prime Minister, Kamala Harris "suo motu referred to Pakistan's role" with regards to terrorism and assured that the countries should make sure "that these groups don't impact US and Indian secruity". Shringla also reported that during Modi’s first bilateral meeting of the day with Australian counterpart Scott Morrison, the Australian Prime Minister briefly mentioned the rationale of "Australian side on Aukus alliance". This was the first time the two leaders have met face-to-face since the pandemic and the recently-established Aukus alliance. The meeting was important to show that the Indian side will be kept in loop about any developments regarding the Aukus alliance — a new defence pact established between the US, Australia and the UK. WATCH | Shringla also reported that Indian Prime Minister thanked Morrison for taking care of the Indian community during the Covid crisis in the two countries. Modi also met with the outgoing Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga. This was the first time the two leaders were meeting since Suga took control of the office. While the Indian leader congratulated Suga for successful hosting of Tokyo Olympics, the Japanese leader assured his commitment towards a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. They agreed to enhance bilateral security and defence cooperation, including in the area of defence equipment and technologies. The two leaders also discussed plans of advancing smooth and timely implementation of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project.

Scott Morrison briefly talked about Aukus alliance with Indian PM: Harsh Shringla

Now American President and then (1992) Senator from Delaware, Joseph R Biden played a crucial role in denying India the Cryogenic engine technology that powers India's GSLV series of heavy-lift rockets. The GSLV series of rockets are meant to launch payloads between 2 and 4 tons to Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit(GTO), it is the heaviest rocket of this class, which will also launch India's Human Spaceflight mission Gaganyaan. "This is no minor sale; this is dangerous" he described the then Indo-Russian deal for the Russian 'KVD-1' Cryogenic engines, which are among the best in the world. Back then, America tried every dirty trick to scuttle India's rapidly progressing space programme. It is widely regarded that the Americans did succeed in eventually delaying India’s march into Space. Joseph R Biden was among the overt contributors in this act, which India (to its own peril) refused to resist effectively or immediately overcome.&nbsp;

Barely 35 years after having established the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) in a ramshackle church-turned-laboratory in Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram, on India’s Southern Coast, the country was able to launch its PSLV rocket in 1994. This was a significant feat for a country that had been launching experiments ‘sounding rockets’ akin to fireworks until the late 1960s, when America landed Man on the Moon.&nbsp;

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A large part of the PSLV rocket’s success and reliability is owed to its Vikas Engine, that was co-developed by ISRO and French SEP Engineers. It was Princeton-postgraduate ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan(now regarded as the Father of Liquid Propulsion engine technology in India) who led an ISRO team in co-developing the engine (which the French call Viking-3 and India calls Vikas). Notably, this engine powers the PSLV and GSLV rockets, even today.

Buoyed by the success in co-developing the Vikas Engine, India struck a deal, in 1991, with its all-weather ally Russia to procure a handful of KVD-1 engines and the technological know-why, hands-on training for producing the engines within India. Such a deal was India’s best and fastest shot at entering the global league of heavy-lift rockets. Valued at Rs.235crore, this Russian deal was barely 1/4th the price that the American company General Dynamics had quoted for selling India inferior American Cryogenic engines. However, the American intelligence apparatus caught wind of the Russian deal and tried every trick in the bag to scuttle it and eventually delay the Indian Space programme.&nbsp;

Among the methods used by the Americans included sanctions on the Indian and Russian Space Agencies, besides invoking an irrelevant ‘Missile Technology Control Regime’(MTCR) pact, that prevented the proliferation of long-range missiles. Ironically, Americans themselves had offered India the same Cryogenic technology for a higher price(which was then not objected under the MTCR). Also, it was well known to all military-powers that Cryogenic Engines found no use in missiles(which are powered by solid and not super-cooled fuels). When the sanctions did not impact the Indian or Russian space agencies, both of which did not do business in the US, the Americans started trying even harder to trash the deal.&nbsp;

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The disintegration of the erstwhile Soviet Union had made matters easy for America to arm-twist and threaten Russia, by denying financial aid to the crumbling superpower. “I am confident that the Russian leaders will recognize the wisdom of stopping this sale once they see the risk of losing their economic aid. This is no minor sale; this is dangerous.” LA Times quotes Biden from 1992. The then Senate committee(of which Senator Joseph Biden was a member) threatened to block $24billion in aid to Russia, if Russians went ahead with the rocket deal with India. Despite all these threats, Russia and India went ahead with their deal and devised workarounds to circumnavigate American dirty tricks.&nbsp;

However, all of these efforts by India and Russia came crashing when compromised personnel of the Kerala Police and senior officials the Indian Intelligence Bureau, fabricated the famed ‘ISRO Spy Case’. The main victims of the case were those linked with India’s cryogenic engine project, specifically - Nambi Narayanan, Cryogenic Project Director at ISRO, who had also played a crucial role in developing India’s Vikas Engine. While Nambi Narayanan languished in jail and was tortured brutally by the IB and Kerala Police, the political fallout of this case in Kerala helped one faction of the then Kerala Congress to topple their own incumbent Chief Minister and install a new one.

After India’s Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) took over the case, it was established that the ‘ISRO Spy Case’ was a conspiracy fabricated by officials of IB and Kerala Police. However, given India’s excruciatingly slow Judicial system and labyrinthine processes, those who conspired against the National Space Programme are still scot-free(Court proceedings and probe ongoing).&nbsp;

The involvement of criminal elements in IB and Kerala Police might give rise to the question of how Joseph Biden or America are connected to this conspiracy. The answer is simple - the Americans were successful in delaying India’s Cryogenic engine project, to the advantage of their own Space Industry and global launch market dominance.&nbsp;

If all went as planned, had India developed its Cryogenic engine and deployed it on a GSLV rocket by the end of the millennium, India would possibly have had a significant share of the pie, in the US-dominated (then $330billion) global space economy. This would have enabled India to progress throughout the decades of the 21st century and grow into a significant space player. While India eventually did develop its Cryogenic engine, it is noteworthy that - as of 2021, India’s share of the $447bn global space economy is less than 2%.&nbsp;

In the last three decades, the India-US bilateral relationship has improved so much so that, ISRO and NASA will be launching a joint mission NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) in 2022. These days, the US Government dubs India as a “strategic partner”. What remains to be seen is, if the US will mean this in earnest and compensate the Indian Space Research Organization for the precious years lost and the significant damage done. Would the US, under Biden-Harris be open to involving India in high-end projects pertaining to the International Space Station, Space Force or advanced exploration missions, technological collaborations that could enable a quantum leap for India. Or will these projects remain open only to allies?&nbsp;

Whichever way it heads, it wont be an excuse to forget the bygone chapters of American evils perpetrated on India and also India’s own pathetically lackadaisical and sluggish responses to these historical injustices.&nbsp;

Now American President and then (1992) Senator from Delaware, Joseph R Biden played a crucial role in denying India the Cryogenic engine technology that powers India's GSLV series of heavy-lift rockets.

Now American President and then (1992) Senator from Delaware, Joseph R Biden played a crucial role in denying India the Cryogenic engine technology that powers India's GSLV series of heavy-lift rockets. The GSLV series of rockets are meant to launch payloads between 2 and 4 tons to Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit(GTO), it is the heaviest rocket of this class, which will also launch India's Human Spaceflight mission Gaganyaan. "This is no minor sale; this is dangerous" he described the then Indo-Russian deal for the Russian 'KVD-1' Cryogenic engines, which are among the best in the world. Back then, America tried every dirty trick to scuttle India's rapidly progressing space programme. It is widely regarded that the Americans did succeed in eventually delaying India’s march into Space. Joseph R Biden was among the overt contributors in this act, which India (to its own peril) refused to resist effectively or immediately overcome. Barely 35 years after having established the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) in a ramshackle church-turned-laboratory in Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram, on India’s Southern Coast, the country was able to launch its PSLV rocket in 1994. This was a significant feat for a country that had been launching experiments ‘sounding rockets’ akin to fireworks until the late 1960s, when America landed Man on the Moon. ALSO READ | VP Kamala Harris referred to Pak's role in terrorism during meeting with PM Modi A large part of the PSLV rocket’s success and reliability is owed to its Vikas Engine, that was co-developed by ISRO and French SEP Engineers. It was Princeton-postgraduate ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan(now regarded as the Father of Liquid Propulsion engine technology in India) who led an ISRO team in co-developing the engine (which the French call Viking-3 and India calls Vikas). Notably, this engine powers the PSLV and GSLV rockets, even today. Buoyed by the success in co-developing the Vikas Engine, India struck a deal, in 1991, with its all-weather ally Russia to procure a handful of KVD-1 engines and the technological know-why, hands-on training for producing the engines within India. Such a deal was India’s best and fastest shot at entering the global league of heavy-lift rockets. Valued at Rs.235crore, this Russian deal was barely 1/4th the price that the American company General Dynamics had quoted for selling India inferior American Cryogenic engines. However, the American intelligence apparatus caught wind of the Russian deal and tried every trick in the bag to scuttle it and eventually delay the Indian Space programme. Among the methods used by the Americans included sanctions on the Indian and Russian Space Agencies, besides invoking an irrelevant ‘Missile Technology Control Regime’(MTCR) pact, that prevented the proliferation of long-range missiles. Ironically, Americans themselves had offered India the same Cryogenic technology for a higher price(which was then not objected under the MTCR). Also, it was well known to all military-powers that Cryogenic Engines found no use in missiles(which are powered by solid and not super-cooled fuels). When the sanctions did not impact the Indian or Russian space agencies, both of which did not do business in the US, the Americans started trying even harder to trash the deal. ALSO READ | Risk of another 9/11-style attack on US very real, says ex-NSA Bolton to WION The disintegration of the erstwhile Soviet Union had made matters easy for America to arm-twist and threaten Russia, by denying financial aid to the crumbling superpower. “I am confident that the Russian leaders will recognize the wisdom of stopping this sale once they see the risk of losing their economic aid. This is no minor sale; this is dangerous.” LA Times quotes Biden from 1992. The then Senate committee(of which Senator Joseph Biden was a member) threatened to block $24billion in aid to Russia, if Russians went ahead with the rocket deal with India. Despite all these threats, Russia and India went ahead with their deal and devised workarounds to circumnavigate American dirty tricks. However, all of these efforts by India and Russia came crashing when compromised personnel of the Kerala Police and senior officials the Indian Intelligence Bureau, fabricated the famed ‘ISRO Spy Case’. The main victims of the case were those linked with India’s cryogenic engine project, specifically - Nambi Narayanan, Cryogenic Project Director at ISRO, who had also played a crucial role in developing India’s Vikas Engine. While Nambi Narayanan languished in jail and was tortured brutally by the IB and Kerala Police, the political fallout of this case in Kerala helped one faction of the then Kerala Congress to topple their own incumbent Chief Minister and install a new one. After India’s Central Bureau of Investigation(CBI) took over the case, it was established that the ‘ISRO Spy Case’ was a conspiracy fabricated by officials of IB and Kerala Police. However, given India’s excruciatingly slow Judicial system and labyrinthine processes, those who conspired against the National Space Programme are still scot-free(Court proceedings and probe ongoing). The involvement of criminal elements in IB and Kerala Police might give rise to the question of how Joseph Biden or America are connected to this conspiracy. The answer is simple - the Americans were successful in delaying India’s Cryogenic engine project, to the advantage of their own Space Industry and global launch market dominance. If all went as planned, had India developed its Cryogenic engine and deployed it on a GSLV rocket by the end of the millennium, India would possibly have had a significant share of the pie, in the US-dominated (then $330billion) global space economy. This would have enabled India to progress throughout the decades of the 21st century and grow into a significant space player. While India eventually did develop its Cryogenic engine, it is noteworthy that - as of 2021, India’s share of the $447bn global space economy is less than 2%. In the last three decades, the India-US bilateral relationship has improved so much so that, ISRO and NASA will be launching a joint mission NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) in 2022. These days, the US Government dubs India as a “strategic partner”. What remains to be seen is, if the US will mean this in earnest and compensate the Indian Space Research Organization for the precious years lost and the significant damage done. Would the US, under Biden-Harris be open to involving India in high-end projects pertaining to the International Space Station, Space Force or advanced exploration missions, technological collaborations that could enable a quantum leap for India. Or will these projects remain open only to allies? Whichever way it heads, it wont be an excuse to forget the bygone chapters of American evils perpetrated on India and also India’s own pathetically lackadaisical and sluggish responses to these historical injustices.

When Joe Biden denied India space tech, called it 'dangerous', US delayed India's space programme

In a few hours from now,&nbsp;India's&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/great-to-meet-with-my-good-friend-says-australian-pm-scott-morrison-after-meeting-prime-minister-modi-415431">Modi </a>will be meeting US&nbsp;President Joe Biden at the White House. The summit meeting will entail how India and the US&nbsp;can further enhance their bilateral relationship&nbsp;and jointly improve their strategic global partnership.

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Key issues expected to be discussed&nbsp;during President Biden, PM Modi's meeting

The two leaders are expected to discuss

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	<li>How to strengthen defence and security collaboration further.</li>
	<li>How to boost strategic clean energy partnership,&nbsp;improve bilateral trade and investment ties.</li>
	<li>Explore new avenues in emerging technologies.</li>
	<li>Need to stamp out&nbsp;radicalism, extremism and global terror networks.</li>
	<li>Direct joint efforts towards&nbsp;global solution in the battle against COVID-19 pandemic.</li>
	<li>Address climate change.</li>
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Earlier, a senior official in the US government had said&nbsp;that the bilateral meeting will give President Biden a chance to review the US&nbsp;strategic partnership with India and commit to upholding a free and open Indo-Pacific by working together with India.

In a few hours from now, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be meeting US President Joe Biden at the White House. The summit meeting will entail how India and the US can further enhance their bilateral relationship and jointly improve their strategic global partnership.

In a few hours from now, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be meeting US President Joe Biden at the White House. The summit meeting will entail how India and the US can further enhance their bilateral relationship and jointly improve their strategic global partnership. Also Read: VP Kamala Harris referred to Pak's role in terrorism during meeting with PM Modi Key issues expected to be discussed during President Biden, PM Modi's meeting The two leaders are expected to discuss How to strengthen defence and security collaboration further. How to boost strategic clean energy partnership, improve bilateral trade and investment ties. Explore new avenues in emerging technologies. Need to stamp out radicalism, extremism and global terror networks. Direct joint efforts towards global solution in the battle against COVID-19 pandemic. Address climate change. Also Read: Risk of another 9/11-style attack on US very real, says ex-NSA Bolton to WION Earlier, a senior official in the US government had said that the bilateral meeting will give President Biden a chance to review the US strategic partnership with India and commit to upholding a free and open Indo-Pacific by working together with India.

What to expect from summit of US President Joe Biden, Indian PM Narendra Modi

Doctors scale rockslides, invoke gods to vaccinate Himalayan villages

Coronavirus pandemic, climate change, economic cooperation and Afghanistan are on agenda as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to participate in the first in-person Quad leaders' summit in Washington on Friday (September 24), hosted by US President Joe Biden.&nbsp;

The Quad consists of four countries: the United States, Australia, India, and Japan; and their respective leaders Joe Biden, Scott Morrison, Narendra Modi and Yoshihide Suga will discuss issues pertaining to security, economy, health and other global matters.&nbsp;

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During the crucial meeting, it is expected that the leaders will review the Quad Covid vaccine initiative and will review progress made since their first virtual summit on March 12, 2021, and discuss regional issues of shared interest.&nbsp;

The leaders are expected to exchange views on contemporary global issues such as critical and emerging technologies, connectivity and infrastructure, cyber security, maritime security, humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, climate change and education.&nbsp;

Although China is not officially on the agenda, the leaders might address the free and open Indo-Pacific trade and freedom of navigation.&nbsp;

For the US, the Quad meeting marks another step to reviving an American focus on diplomatic efforts, following its dramatic exit from the 20-year Afghanistan war.&nbsp;

A US official has said that hosting the Quad fundamentally is a demonstration of the priority of engaging in the Indo-Pacific, including through new multilateral configurations designed to focus on 21st-century challenges.&nbsp;

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Ahead of the&nbsp;Quad summit, PM Modi met his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison, US Vice President Kamala Harris and Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga.

The Indian prime minister also held meetings with five global CEOs for potential investment in India.

Biden is scheduled to host PM Modi at the White House on September 24. This is going to be the first in-person meeting between the two leaders after Biden took over as the US President on January 20.

PM Modi's US visit will conclude on September 25 with an address at the United Nations General Assembly focusing on the pressing global challenges including the Covid&nbsp; pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change, and other important issues.

(With inputs from agencies)

Coronavirus pandemic, climate change, economic cooperation and Afghanistan are on agenda as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to participate in the first in-person Quad leaders' summit in Washington on Friday (September 24), hosted by US President Joe Biden.

Coronavirus pandemic, climate change, economic cooperation and Afghanistan are on agenda as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to participate in the first in-person Quad leaders' summit in Washington on Friday (September 24), hosted by US President Joe Biden. The Quad consists of four countries: the United States, Australia, India, and Japan; and their respective leaders Joe Biden, Scott Morrison, Narendra Modi and Yoshihide Suga will discuss issues pertaining to security, economy, health and other global matters. ALSO READ | US Vice President Kamala Harris referred to Pakistan's role in terrorism during meeting with PM Modi: Shringla What's on the agenda? During the crucial meeting, it is expected that the leaders will review the Quad Covid vaccine initiative and will review progress made since their first virtual summit on March 12, 2021, and discuss regional issues of shared interest. The leaders are expected to exchange views on contemporary global issues such as critical and emerging technologies, connectivity and infrastructure, cyber security, maritime security, humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, climate change and education. Although China is not officially on the agenda, the leaders might address the free and open Indo-Pacific trade and freedom of navigation. For the US, the Quad meeting marks another step to reviving an American focus on diplomatic efforts, following its dramatic exit from the 20-year Afghanistan war. A US official has said that hosting the Quad fundamentally is a demonstration of the priority of engaging in the Indo-Pacific, including through new multilateral configurations designed to focus on 21st-century challenges. × Ahead of the Quad summit, PM Modi met his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison, US Vice President Kamala Harris and Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga. The Indian prime minister also held meetings with five global CEOs for potential investment in India. Biden is scheduled to host PM Modi at the White House on September 24. This is going to be the first in-person meeting between the two leaders after Biden took over as the US President on January 20. PM Modi's US visit will conclude on September 25 with an address at the United Nations General Assembly focusing on the pressing global challenges including the Covid pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change, and other important issues. (With inputs from agencies)

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