Referring to Trump's slogan "make America great again", Prime Minister Modi said that the US President has achieved much for the United States. He added that India has connected well with President Trump and endorsed the latter by saying "Abki baar, Trump Sakar". Watch this video to know more.

'Howdy Modi': PM Modi compliments President Trump's sense of leadership

US President has achieved much for the United States: PM Modi at 'Howdy Modi'

<p>All eyes will be on New York today where it is going to be a busy week for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/border-security-vital-for-both-us-and-india-says-trump-at-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251331">Prime Minister Narendra Modi </a>with several bilateral meetings planned. PM Modi will take part in a climate summit and also address the UN General Assembly.</p>

<p>The summit is being held before the second mega meeting of the international solar alliance to be held in New Delhi. At least, 66 nations have vowed to achieve net zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050, as a vital goal in preventing catastrophic long term climate change.</p>

<p>PM Modi, along with the then French President Francois Hollande had jointly inaugurated the solar summit in Paris, on the sidelines of Cop-21 UN climate conference.</p>

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<p>The Indian prime minister had a busy Sunday during <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-us-committed-to-protect-innocents-from-radical-islamic-terrorism-says-trump-at-howdy-modi-251404">the 'Howdy, Modi' event</a> at Houston where he was joined by US President Donald Trump.</p>

<p>PM Modi during his address raised the Article 370 issue in the presence of Trump as the crowd gave a standing ovation for scrapping article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Prime minister Modi's address in Houston drew loud cheers from the 50 thousand stong Indian-American community.</p>


All eyes will be on New York today where it is going to be a busy week for Prime Minister Narendra Modi with several bilateral meetings planned. PM Modi will take part in a climate summit and also address the UN General Assembly.

All eyes will be on New York today where it is going to be a busy week for Prime Minister Narendra Modi with several bilateral meetings planned. PM Modi will take part in a climate summit and also address the UN General Assembly. The summit is being held before the second mega meeting of the international solar alliance to be held in New Delhi. At least, 66 nations have vowed to achieve net zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050, as a vital goal in preventing catastrophic long term climate change. PM Modi, along with the then French President Francois Hollande had jointly inaugurated the solar summit in Paris, on the sidelines of Cop-21 UN climate conference. Watch Video: The Indian prime minister had a busy Sunday during the 'Howdy, Modi' event at Houston where he was joined by US President Donald Trump. PM Modi during his address raised the Article 370 issue in the presence of Trump as the crowd gave a standing ovation for scrapping article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Prime minister Modi's address in Houston drew loud cheers from the 50 thousand stong Indian-American community.

PM Modi arrives at UN headquarters to address climate change summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing over 50,000 Indian-Americans at the ‘Howdy, Modi’ event, made a veiled attack on Pakistan without naming it. Watch this video to know more.

'Howdy, Modi’: Prime Minister Modi shames Pakistan without naming it

G Parthasarthy, Former High Commissioner, analyses Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump's joint address at 'Howdy Modi' event which was held in Houston on Sunday

Expert Opinion: PM Narendra Modi-Donald Trump bonhomie stole the show at Howdy Modi event

In this segment of WION, listen to the key takeaways of PM Modi's visit to the U.S with Former Indian diplomat to G. Parthasarathy.

Key takeaways of PM Modi's visit to the U.S with Former Indian diplomat G. Parthasarathy

'Howdy, Modi': Trump-Modi bonhomie reignited at Houston

Multiple bilateral engagements are on the agenda of PM Modi's US visit. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi US visit: Multiple bilateral engagements on agenda

<p>As the "Howdy, Modi" event came to an end at the NRG stadium in Houston, Texas, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-pm-modi-president-trump-at-howdy-modi-event-in-nrg-stadium-houston-251225">US President Donald Trump</a> in a tweet said, "the USA loves India!"</p>

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<p>During his speech, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/border-security-vital-for-both-us-and-india-says-trump-at-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251331">Trump praised India-Americans</a> for their contribution to America.</p>

<p>"Proud to have Indians as Americans," Trump said in the presence of PM Modi.</p>

<p>"We love you," Trump told the over 50,000 strong Indian-Americans gathered at the NRG stadium.</p>

<p>"The relationship between India and US is stronger than ever before," Trump said.</p>

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<p>"Both countries are guided by commitment to justice," the US President said.</p>

<p>"PM Modi is doing a truly exceptional job for India," Trump said during the "Howdy, Modi" event at Houston.</p>

<p>"I am thrilled to be here," he added while wishing the Indian prime minister happy birthday. The Indian prime minister had celebrated his 69 birthday on September 17.</p>

<p>"PM Modi is one of the most loyal friends of India," Trump told an elated Indian-American community, adding: "India is growing remarkably under PM Modi."</p>

<p>As the foreign affairs spokesman Raveesh Kumar tweeted on the size of the Texas crowd, Trump replied on Twitter saying: "Incredible".</p>

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<p>"Electric atmosphere at the NRG arena in Houston as 50,000 strong Indian Americans wait for the historic occasion when PM Modi comes on stage together with US President Trump at HowdyModi," Raveesh Kumar said in his tweet.</p>


As the "Howdy, Modi" event came to an end at the NRG stadium in Houston, Texas, US President Donald Trump in a tweet said, "the USA loves India!" The USA Loves India!

As the "Howdy, Modi" event came to an end at the NRG stadium in Houston, Texas, US President Donald Trump in a tweet said, "the USA loves India!" The USA Loves India! https://t.co/xlfnWafxpg — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 22, 2019 × During his speech, Trump praised India-Americans for their contribution to America. "Proud to have Indians as Americans," Trump said in the presence of PM Modi. "We love you," Trump told the over 50,000 strong Indian-Americans gathered at the NRG stadium. "The relationship between India and US is stronger than ever before," Trump said. Watch Video: "Both countries are guided by commitment to justice," the US President said. "PM Modi is doing a truly exceptional job for India," Trump said during the "Howdy, Modi" event at Houston. "I am thrilled to be here," he added while wishing the Indian prime minister happy birthday. The Indian prime minister had celebrated his 69 birthday on September 17. "PM Modi is one of the most loyal friends of India," Trump told an elated Indian-American community, adding: "India is growing remarkably under PM Modi." As the foreign affairs spokesman Raveesh Kumar tweeted on the size of the Texas crowd, Trump replied on Twitter saying: "Incredible". Incredible! https://t.co/SHs0RkxjzF — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 22, 2019 × "Electric atmosphere at the NRG arena in Houston as 50,000 strong Indian Americans wait for the historic occasion when PM Modi comes on stage together with US President Trump at HowdyModi," Raveesh Kumar said in his tweet.

USA loves India, tweets Trump after 'Howdy, Modi' event in Houston

PM Modi takes a jibe at Imran Khan, targets Pakistan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held round table meeting with chief executive officers (CEOs) of oil companies in Houston on Sunday hours before the mega 'Howdy, Modi' event. PM Modi arrived in Houston on Saturday and was accorded a very warm reception by members of the Indian community in the city. Watch this video to know more.

Indian PM Modi meets energy sector bigwigs

Indian PM Narendra Modi will address leaders' dialogue on counter terrorism in the US. Watch this video to know more.

Indian PM Modi to focus on counter terrorism in US

<p>US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that ties between India and the US has never been better and added, Modi's pro-growth policies have&nbsp;lifted nearly 300 million out of poverty.</p>

<p>Addressing the Indian diaspora at the&nbsp;'Howdy, Modi!' event in the presence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump said&nbsp;India and the US were&nbsp;committed to protecting innocent civilians from radical Islamic terrorism.</p>

<p>''India has never invested in the United States like it is doing today, and I want to say it is reciprocal because we are doing the same thing in India,'' Trump said and added that the US was looking forward to having close space cooperation with India.</p>

<p>Trump said that very soon India will have to access to another world-class American product-NBA basketball, Trump said and added, next week thousands in Mumbai will watch the first-ever NBA game in India.</p>

<p>Trump also congratulated PM Modi on his landslide election victory in the recently concluded general elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump also thanked the Indian Americans in the United States.</p>

<p>Earlier Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he met Trump a few times, and every time he has been the same warm, friendly, energetic and accessible. I admire him also for his sense of leadership and passion for America.</p>

<p>''We in India connected well with President Trump and with the words of candidate Trump, 'Ab ki baar Trump sarkar', rang loud and clear,'' Modi said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>''Millions around the world in different time zones, are with us today, they are witnessing history in the making. Mr President, you had introduced me to your family in 2017 and today I have the honour to introduce you to my family,'' Modi said.&nbsp;</p>


US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that ties between India and the US has never been better and added, Modi's pro-growth policies have lifted nearly 300 million out of poverty.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that ties between India and the US has never been better and added, Modi's pro-growth policies have lifted nearly 300 million out of poverty. Addressing the Indian diaspora at the 'Howdy, Modi!' event in the presence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump said India and the US were committed to protecting innocent civilians from radical Islamic terrorism. ''India has never invested in the United States like it is doing today, and I want to say it is reciprocal because we are doing the same thing in India,'' Trump said and added that the US was looking forward to having close space cooperation with India. Trump said that very soon India will have to access to another world-class American product-NBA basketball, Trump said and added, next week thousands in Mumbai will watch the first-ever NBA game in India. Trump also congratulated PM Modi on his landslide election victory in the recently concluded general elections. Trump also thanked the Indian Americans in the United States. Earlier Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he met Trump a few times, and every time he has been the same warm, friendly, energetic and accessible. I admire him also for his sense of leadership and passion for America. ''We in India connected well with President Trump and with the words of candidate Trump, 'Ab ki baar Trump sarkar', rang loud and clear,'' Modi said. ''Millions around the world in different time zones, are with us today, they are witnessing history in the making. Mr President, you had introduced me to your family in 2017 and today I have the honour to introduce you to my family,'' Modi said.

Key highlights of 'Howdy, Modi!' - Modi's pro-growth policies lifted 300 million out of poverty: Trump 

<p>US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) reached NRG Stadium in Houston to attend the 'Howdy, Modi!'&nbsp;gala event.</p>

<p>He was received by External Affairs Minister S Jaishnakar and US Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster.</p>

<p>He was later greeted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.</p>

<p>The chemistry between the two leaders was visible as the two leaders walked closely all the way to the stage and also met a group of children.</p>

<p>The event is being organised at the sprawling NRG Football Stadium, one of the largest in the US, which has served as a venue for some of the most impressive events starring Beyonce, Metallica, to name a few.</p>

<p>The event is being held in honour of Prime Minister Modi, who is currently on a week-long official trip to the United States to address the UN General Assembly, amongst other official engagements.</p>

<p>The event is a reflection of the deep and special relationship between India and the US, one that has often been described as the 'defining partnership'&nbsp;of the 21 century.</p>

<p>Terming the development "historic" and "unprecedented", Indian Ambassador to US, Harshvardhan Shringla, said that it represents "personal chemistry and friendship" between the two leaders.</p>

<p>"The two leaders addressing the 'Howdy, Modi!'&nbsp;event is historic and unprecedented. It reflects not only the closeness and comfort levels in the relationship but also the personal chemistry and friendship between Prime Minister Modi and President Trump," Shringla had told ANI.</p>

<p>Modi's chemistry with both Trump and former President Barack Obama reflect that the Indian Prime Minister has been able to transcend the political divide in the US.</p>

<p>Moreover, the fact that House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, the second-highest-ranking Democrat, will also address the gathering, further reflects the strong bipartisan support for the relationship between the two countries.&nbsp;</p>


US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) reached NRG Stadium in Houston to attend the 'Howdy, Modi!' gala event. He was received by External Affairs Minister S Jaishnakar and US Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) reached NRG Stadium in Houston to attend the 'Howdy, Modi!' gala event. He was received by External Affairs Minister S Jaishnakar and US Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster. He was later greeted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The chemistry between the two leaders was visible as the two leaders walked closely all the way to the stage and also met a group of children. The event is being organised at the sprawling NRG Football Stadium, one of the largest in the US, which has served as a venue for some of the most impressive events starring Beyonce, Metallica, to name a few. The event is being held in honour of Prime Minister Modi, who is currently on a week-long official trip to the United States to address the UN General Assembly, amongst other official engagements. The event is a reflection of the deep and special relationship between India and the US, one that has often been described as the 'defining partnership' of the 21 century. Terming the development "historic" and "unprecedented", Indian Ambassador to US, Harshvardhan Shringla, said that it represents "personal chemistry and friendship" between the two leaders. "The two leaders addressing the 'Howdy, Modi!' event is historic and unprecedented. It reflects not only the closeness and comfort levels in the relationship but also the personal chemistry and friendship between Prime Minister Modi and President Trump," Shringla had told ANI. Modi's chemistry with both Trump and former President Barack Obama reflect that the Indian Prime Minister has been able to transcend the political divide in the US. Moreover, the fact that House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, the second-highest-ranking Democrat, will also address the gathering, further reflects the strong bipartisan support for the relationship between the two countries.

Hand-in-hand, Modi-Trump take stage at 'Howdy, Modi!'

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-howdy-modi-diaspora-event-meet-with-trump-multilateral-engagements-to-unga-address-pm-modis-jam-packed-us-schedule-251007">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> met and interacted with a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits, in Houston.</p>

<p>One of the members of the Kashmiri Pandit group went on to kiss PM Modi’s hands to thank him on behalf of 7 lakh Kashmiri Pandits.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The delegation thanked the prime minister for the scrapping of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

<p>PMO India tweeted, ''In Houston, a delegation of the Kashmiri Pandit community met the Prime Minister. They unequivocally supported the steps being taken for the progress of India and empowerment of every Indian.''</p>

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<p>Surinder Kaul who represents the Kashmiri Pandit community said, ''PM told us you've suffered a lot, together we've to build new Kashmir. Our youth presented him with the messages that the community have prepared for him. I presented a memorandum on behalf of the community. He gladly accepted that.''</p>

<p>''We thanked him on behalf of the 700,000 Kashmiri Pandits all over the globe for such a historic decision. We assured him that our community will work with the govt to fulfil your dream for a Kashmir which is peaceful, full of growth where people are all happy,'' Kaul further added.</p>

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<p>Through the memorandum, the Kashmiri Pandits requested PM Modi, ''That a task force or advisory council from our community be established under Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to bring together community leaders, subject matter experts and key stakeholders to help in the development of plan to repatriate Kashmiri Pandits to the region.''</p>

<p>It further added that, ''We look forward to working with Government of India and newly constituted Union Territories to bring inclusive and sustainable development for benefit of all. We &nbsp;look forward to returning home in order to restore Kashmiri civilization’s core values of peace, pluralism, religious freedom.''</p>

<p>The prime minister also met with the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/prime-minister-narendra-modi-meets-sikh-and-bohra-community-in-houston-251110">members of Sikh and Bohra communities</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/narendra-modi-in-us-pm-holds-fruitful-interaction-with-energy-sector-ceos-in-houston-says-mea-251106">top energy sector CEOs</a> at a Roundtable meeting on day one of his US visit</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport at Houston, Texas on Saturday on a week-long visit to the United States.</p>

<p><strong>PM Modi US visit: Countdown to 'Howdy Modi' event begins</strong></p>

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<p>PM Modi is scheduled to address 50,000 Indian diaspora today in Houston in an event called<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pm-modi-us-visit-50000-people-to-attend-howdy-modi-event-251112"> ''Howdy Modi''</a>.</p>

<p>The event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump will see the giant NRG stadium filled to the capacity.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits, in Houston. One of the members of the Kashmiri Pandit group went on to kiss PM Modi’s hands to thank him on behalf of 7 lakh Kashmiri Pandits.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits, in Houston. One of the members of the Kashmiri Pandit group went on to kiss PM Modi’s hands to thank him on behalf of 7 lakh Kashmiri Pandits. The delegation thanked the prime minister for the scrapping of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. PMO India tweeted, ''In Houston, a delegation of the Kashmiri Pandit community met the Prime Minister. They unequivocally supported the steps being taken for the progress of India and empowerment of every Indian.'' In Houston, a delegation of the Kashmiri Pandit community met the Prime Minister. They unequivocally supported the steps being taken for the progress of India and empowerment of every Indian. pic.twitter.com/KrIYemBBKB — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 22, 2019 × Surinder Kaul who represents the Kashmiri Pandit community said, ''PM told us you've suffered a lot, together we've to build new Kashmir. Our youth presented him with the messages that the community have prepared for him. I presented a memorandum on behalf of the community. He gladly accepted that.'' ''We thanked him on behalf of the 700,000 Kashmiri Pandits all over the globe for such a historic decision. We assured him that our community will work with the govt to fulfil your dream for a Kashmir which is peaceful, full of growth where people are all happy,'' Kaul further added. #WATCH United States: A delegation of Kashmiri Pandits meets and interacts with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A member kisses PM Modi's hands and says, "Thank you on behalf of 7 Lakh Kashmiri Pandits." pic.twitter.com/8xKBqNlOvM — ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2019 × Through the memorandum, the Kashmiri Pandits requested PM Modi, ''That a task force or advisory council from our community be established under Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to bring together community leaders, subject matter experts and key stakeholders to help in the development of plan to repatriate Kashmiri Pandits to the region.'' It further added that, ''We look forward to working with Government of India and newly constituted Union Territories to bring inclusive and sustainable development for benefit of all. We look forward to returning home in order to restore Kashmiri civilization’s core values of peace, pluralism, religious freedom.'' The prime minister also met with the members of Sikh and Bohra communities and with top energy sector CEOs at a Roundtable meeting on day one of his US visit Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport at Houston, Texas on Saturday on a week-long visit to the United States. PM Modi US visit: Countdown to 'Howdy Modi' event begins PM Modi is scheduled to address 50,000 Indian diaspora today in Houston in an event called ''Howdy Modi''. The event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump will see the giant NRG stadium filled to the capacity.

You have suffered a lot, together we have to build new Kashmir: PM Modi tells Kashmir Pandits in Houston

Watch WION's report from the Swaminarayan temple in Houston.

WION report from the Swaminarayan temple in Houston

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented the key to Houston city upon his arrival at the 'Howdy Modi!'&nbsp;event on Sunday.</p>

<p>The Mayor of Houston Sylvester Turner presented a large, golden cut-out of the key to Modi, soon after he reached the venue.</p>

<p>The gesture was made in recognition of the exceptional relationship shared between the people of India and Houston.</p>

<p>The Prime Minister won hearts by bowing to the crowd after he walked on to the stage to chants of "Modi! Modi!" emanating from the crowd.</p>

<p>Thanking the city for its warm welcome, the PM tweeted, "Thank you Houston for such amazing affection! #HowdyModi" along with a video that showed an ocean of people welcoming the leader at Houston's NRG Stadium.</p>

<p>The first of its kind event is being held in honour of Prime Minister Modi, who is currently on a week-long official trip to the United States to address the UN General Assembly, amongst other official engagements.</p>

<p>US President Donald Trump's presence at the event was confirmed by the White House, showing the strong, personal ties shared between the leaders of the two largest democracies of the world.&nbsp;</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented the key to Houston city upon his arrival at the 'Howdy Modi!' event on Sunday. The Mayor of Houston Sylvester Turner presented a large, golden cut-out of the key to Modi, soon after he reached the venue.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented the key to Houston city upon his arrival at the 'Howdy Modi!' event on Sunday. The Mayor of Houston Sylvester Turner presented a large, golden cut-out of the key to Modi, soon after he reached the venue. The gesture was made in recognition of the exceptional relationship shared between the people of India and Houston. The Prime Minister won hearts by bowing to the crowd after he walked on to the stage to chants of "Modi! Modi!" emanating from the crowd. Thanking the city for its warm welcome, the PM tweeted, "Thank you Houston for such amazing affection! #HowdyModi" along with a video that showed an ocean of people welcoming the leader at Houston's NRG Stadium. The first of its kind event is being held in honour of Prime Minister Modi, who is currently on a week-long official trip to the United States to address the UN General Assembly, amongst other official engagements. US President Donald Trump's presence at the event was confirmed by the White House, showing the strong, personal ties shared between the leaders of the two largest democracies of the world.

PM Modi honoured with key to Houston city on arrival at 'Howdy, Modi!' event

Modi gets key to the city for Howdy, Modi event

Howdy Event: Modi given key to Houston on arrival at the event

Indian PM Modi will be inaugurating Gandhi Solar Park on September 24th in New York. Watch this video to know more.

Indian PM Modi to inaugurate 50KW Gandhi Solar Park in New York

PM Modi US visit: 50,000 people to attend Howdy Modi event

Indian PM Narendra Modi will also be attending UN Climate Action Summit 2019 in New York. Watch this video to know more.

Indian PM Modi to attend UN Climate Action Summit 2019

PM Modi meets with oil-sectors CEOs

WION is in conversation with the Mayor of Houston, Sylvester Turner. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi US visit: WION speaks to the Mayor of Houston

PM Modi US visit: Countdown to 'Howdy Modi' event begins

Red carpet welcome for PM Modi in US

PM Modi recently arrived at Houston in the U.S for his 'Howdy Modi' show in the nrg football stadium on Sunday. A warm welcome for PM Modi in the U.S.

PM Modi arrived at Houston, US for 'Howdy Modi' show today

Stay tuned on WION for the most intense reportage, direct from USA. #WIONUSADirect

Stay tuned on WION for the most intense reportage, direct from USA | WION USA Direct

<p>Energy and meetings with members of Indian diaspora were the top focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his first day of week-long US visit.</p>

<p>Modi's first engagement was with chief executives of top US energy companies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>CEOs of 17 global energy companies, whose combined net worth is one trillion US dollars, participated in the meet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the meeting, Modi tweeted "Had a wonderful interaction with leading energy sector CEOs. We discussed methods to harness opportunities in the energy sector."</p>

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<p>The companies, who have presence in 150 countries, plan to increase there footprint in India.</p>

<p>Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "CEOs talked about enhancing their footprint in India. They lauded government efforts towards Ease of Doing Business, steps were taken towards deregulation in the sector, supported reforms and policies and were upbeat on the Indian economy."</p>

<p>Houston based company Tellurian signed an MoU with India's Petronet LNG in which the latter will invest $2.5 billion in former's proposed Driftwood LNG export terminal. In this way, Petronet will have rights to five million metric tons of LNG per year over 40 years.</p>

<p>Modi later met Sikh, Dawoodi Bohra community and Kashmiri Pandit community.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The meetings came ahead of his biggest diaspora event in Houston — Howdy Modi — which according to organisers will see the participation of 50,000 people. The event begins at around 8.30 pm IST. He will also unveil a plaque for the groundbreaking ceremony of Eternal Gandhi Museum &amp; plaque inaugurating Gujarati Samaj of Houston Event Centre &amp; Shri Siddhi Vinayak Temple, Houston.</p>

<p>Modi is on a week-long US visit in which the focus is on trade, diaspora, counter-terror, climate change among others.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from Aditi Tyagi)</em></p>


Energy and meetings with members of Indian diaspora were the top focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his first day of week-long US visit. Modi's first engagement was with chief executives of top US energy companies.

Energy and meetings with members of Indian diaspora were the top focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his first day of week-long US visit. Modi's first engagement was with chief executives of top US energy companies. CEOs of 17 global energy companies, whose combined net worth is one trillion US dollars, participated in the meet. After the meeting, Modi tweeted "Had a wonderful interaction with leading energy sector CEOs. We discussed methods to harness opportunities in the energy sector." It is impossible to come to Houston and not talk energy! Had a wonderful interaction with leading energy sector CEOs. We discussed methods to harness opportunities in the energy sector. Also witnessed the signing of MoU between Tellurian and Petronet LNG. pic.twitter.com/COEGYupCEt — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 22, 2019 × The companies, who have presence in 150 countries, plan to increase there footprint in India. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "CEOs talked about enhancing their footprint in India. They lauded government efforts towards Ease of Doing Business, steps were taken towards deregulation in the sector, supported reforms and policies and were upbeat on the Indian economy." Houston based company Tellurian signed an MoU with India's Petronet LNG in which the latter will invest $2.5 billion in former's proposed Driftwood LNG export terminal. In this way, Petronet will have rights to five million metric tons of LNG per year over 40 years. Modi later met Sikh, Dawoodi Bohra community and Kashmiri Pandit community. The meetings came ahead of his biggest diaspora event in Houston — Howdy Modi — which according to organisers will see the participation of 50,000 people. The event begins at around 8.30 pm IST. He will also unveil a plaque for the groundbreaking ceremony of Eternal Gandhi Museum & plaque inaugurating Gujarati Samaj of Houston Event Centre & Shri Siddhi Vinayak Temple, Houston. Modi is on a week-long US visit in which the focus is on trade, diaspora, counter-terror, climate change among others. (With inputs from Aditi Tyagi)

Energy, diaspora in spotlight on PM Modi's first day in US

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met and interacted with a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits in Houston, United States. During the interaction, one of a Kashmir pandit went on to kiss PM Modi’s hands and thanked him on behalf of 7 lakh Kashmiri Pandits.

PM Modi to Kashmiri Pandits: You've suffered a lot, We have to build a new Kashmir

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-howdy-modi-diaspora-event-meet-with-trump-multilateral-engagements-to-unga-address-pm-modis-jam-packed-us-schedule-251007">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> met and interacted with the&nbsp;members of Sikh and Bohra communities&nbsp;in Houston.</p>

<p>During the interaction with the Sikh community, they congratulated PM Modi on some decisions taken by the Government of India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Sikh community has also submitted a memorandum to the prime minister.</p>

<p>Submitting the memorandum, the Sikh community has requested PM Modi to address the issues of - 1984 Sikh genocide, dedicating Delhi airport to Guru Nanak Dev International Airport, Article 25 of Indian Constitution and Anand Marriage Act, Visa and Passport renewal of asylees.</p>

<p>''We submitted a memorandum and thanked Modi ji for what he has done for Sikh community. We thanked him for the Kartarpur corridor. President Trump is coming here tomorrow (at Howdy Modi), shows how important a leader PM Modi is,'' Avinder Chawla, sitting Commissioner, Arvin, California said.</p>

<p>The members of the Bohra community also met and interacted with the prime minister. They also felicitated PM Modi.</p>

<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/indian-pm-modi-interacts-with-sikh-leaders-in-houston-251123/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>

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<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo">Earlier, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/narendra-modi-in-us-pm-holds-fruitful-interaction-with-energy-sector-ceos-in-houston-says-mea-251106">PM Modi also met CEOs from the energy sector</a> at Hotel Post Oak in Houston city to energise India-USA friendship on the first day of his week-long US visit.</div>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport at Houston, Texas on Saturday on a week-long visit to the United States.</p>

<p>PM Modi is scheduled to address 50,000 Indian diaspora today in Houston in an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-howdy-modi-trump-and-pm-modi-could-sign-trade-deal-251028">event called ''Howdy Modi''</a>.</p>

<p>The event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modis-biggest-diaspora-event-in-us-on-sunday-trump-to-address-indian-american-community-251035">US President Donald Trump</a> will see the giant NRG stadium filled to the capacity.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with the members of Sikh and Bohra communities in Houston. During the interaction with the Sikh community, they congratulated PM Modi on some decisions taken by the Government of India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and interacted with the members of Sikh and Bohra communities in Houston. During the interaction with the Sikh community, they congratulated PM Modi on some decisions taken by the Government of India. The Sikh community has also submitted a memorandum to the prime minister. Submitting the memorandum, the Sikh community has requested PM Modi to address the issues of - 1984 Sikh genocide, dedicating Delhi airport to Guru Nanak Dev International Airport, Article 25 of Indian Constitution and Anand Marriage Act, Visa and Passport renewal of asylees. ''We submitted a memorandum and thanked Modi ji for what he has done for Sikh community. We thanked him for the Kartarpur corridor. President Trump is coming here tomorrow (at Howdy Modi), shows how important a leader PM Modi is,'' Avinder Chawla, sitting Commissioner, Arvin, California said. The members of the Bohra community also met and interacted with the prime minister. They also felicitated PM Modi. Earlier, PM Modi also met CEOs from the energy sector at Hotel Post Oak in Houston city to energise India-USA friendship on the first day of his week-long US visit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport at Houston, Texas on Saturday on a week-long visit to the United States. PM Modi is scheduled to address 50,000 Indian diaspora today in Houston in an event called ''Howdy Modi''. The event which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump will see the giant NRG stadium filled to the capacity.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Sikh and Bohra community in Houston

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday interacted with members of Sikh community in Houston, United States. During the interaction, the members of Sikh community lauded PM Modi on some key decisions taken by his government since coming to power for the second term. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi meets Sikhs, Bohra and Kashmiri Pandit communities in Houston

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