<p>US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/howdy-modi-in-houston-indian-parliamentarians-get-standing-ovation-for-scrapping-article-370-251364">India</a> and the US are committed to eradicate Islamic terrorism and to protect innocent civilians.</p>

<p>Addressing the issue of terrorism during the gala-event of 'Howdy Modi!' that was attended by more than 50,000 people in Houston, Trump stated that India and the US stand proudly in defence of liberty and "we are committed to protect innocent civilians from the threat of radical Islamic terrorism."</p>

<p>"To keep our communities safe, we must protect our borders Border security vital to the USA," he added.</p>

<p>Trump received a standing ovation from the Indian-American community over his remark.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Committed to fight radical Islamic terror, says Donald Trump</strong></p>

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<p>The US President's comment holds importance as India last month reorganised Jammu and Kashmir to safeguard the region from the Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.</p>

<p>Trump also exuded confidence in the Prime Minister and said that Modi is doing a great job with the people of India.</p>

<p>"To keep our security safe we must protect our borders. Border security is vital to the two countries," he added.</p>

<p>He also said that the US has also increased its defence sales to India. India and America will also increase its space cooperation, the President assured, adding that the two countries will also hold a tri-service military exercise in November.</p>

<p>Upon his arrival, Trump was welcomed by PM Modi who hailed the US President for his sense of leadership.</p>

<p>PM Modi, in his style, vouched for Trump ahead of 2020 presidential polls, saying "ab ki baar Trump sarkar" - modifying the 'Ab ki Baar Modi sarkar' slogan coined for the 2014 BJP election campaign.</p>


US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that India and the US are committed to eradicate Islamic terrorism and to protect innocent civilians. Addressing the issue of terrorism during the gala-event of 'Howdy Modi!

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that India and the US are committed to eradicate Islamic terrorism and to protect innocent civilians. Addressing the issue of terrorism during the gala-event of 'Howdy Modi!' that was attended by more than 50,000 people in Houston, Trump stated that India and the US stand proudly in defence of liberty and "we are committed to protect innocent civilians from the threat of radical Islamic terrorism." "To keep our communities safe, we must protect our borders Border security vital to the USA," he added. Trump received a standing ovation from the Indian-American community over his remark. Watch: Committed to fight radical Islamic terror, says Donald Trump The US President's comment holds importance as India last month reorganised Jammu and Kashmir to safeguard the region from the Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. Trump also exuded confidence in the Prime Minister and said that Modi is doing a great job with the people of India. "To keep our security safe we must protect our borders. Border security is vital to the two countries," he added. He also said that the US has also increased its defence sales to India. India and America will also increase its space cooperation, the President assured, adding that the two countries will also hold a tri-service military exercise in November. Upon his arrival, Trump was welcomed by PM Modi who hailed the US President for his sense of leadership. PM Modi, in his style, vouched for Trump ahead of 2020 presidential polls, saying "ab ki baar Trump sarkar" - modifying the 'Ab ki Baar Modi sarkar' slogan coined for the 2014 BJP election campaign.

India, US committed to protect innocents from radical Islamic terrorism, says Trump at 'Howdy Modi!'

<p>In front of a plethora of US Leaders and President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/howdy-modi-us-president-donald-trump-hints-he-might-visit-india-for-nba-next-month-251328">Donald Trump</a> himself, Prime Minister Narendra Modi firmly reiterated that his government's move to bid farewell to Article 370 was aimed at ending 2 things - discrimination and terrorism.</p>

<p>Addressing the “<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/border-security-vital-for-both-us-and-india-says-trump-at-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251331">Howdy, Mody</a>” event in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/usa-loves-india-tweets-trump-after-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251332">Houston</a>, Prime Minister Modi told the crowd to give a standing ovation to Indian parliamentarians for ensuring the nod to repeal key provisions of Article 370 that deal with Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

<p>The prime minister counted the move in Jammu and Kashmir as one of the major achievements of his government within its first 100 days.</p>

<p>He said that Article 370 had kept people of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh away from the development and equal rights.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Loud cheers as PM Modi mentions Article 370</strong></p>

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<p>"Separatist leaders and terrorism were taking advantage of this situation. Now, the people there are getting the same rights as enjoyed by the rest of the nation," PM Modi added.</p>

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<p>The issue of abrogation of article 370 had also resonated in the US. With President Trump too making a mention.</p>

<p>New Delhi had given a firm reminder that the Kashmir issue was a bilateral one between India and Pakistan and the current changes were part of an effort to bring development to the state where terrorism had flourished.</p>

<p>Launching a scathing attack at the Imran Khan government which has been flagging Kashmir at various international forums - including the United Nations, PM Modi said that 'What India is doing has troubled some people who can't even manage their own country'.</p>

<p>This remark drew loud cheers from the audience at the event.</p>

<p>Without naming Pakistan again - the Prime Minister said that one country (Pakistan) has made its hatred towards India the centre of their agenda.</p>

<p>Ever since Modi government stripped Jammu and Kashmir of its special status, Pakistan has left no stone unturned to internationalise the issue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, to its embarrassment, Islamabad failed to garner support from the international community. Several countries, including the USA, have dubbed abrogation of article 370 as India's internal matter.</p>


In front of a plethora of US Leaders and President Donald Trump himself, Prime Minister Narendra Modi firmly reiterated that his government's move to bid farewell to Article 370 was aimed at ending 2 things - discrimination and terrorism.

In front of a plethora of US Leaders and President Donald Trump himself, Prime Minister Narendra Modi firmly reiterated that his government's move to bid farewell to Article 370 was aimed at ending 2 things - discrimination and terrorism. Addressing the “Howdy, Mody” event in Houston, Prime Minister Modi told the crowd to give a standing ovation to Indian parliamentarians for ensuring the nod to repeal key provisions of Article 370 that deal with Jammu and Kashmir. The prime minister counted the move in Jammu and Kashmir as one of the major achievements of his government within its first 100 days. He said that Article 370 had kept people of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh away from the development and equal rights. Watch: Loud cheers as PM Modi mentions Article 370 "Separatist leaders and terrorism were taking advantage of this situation. Now, the people there are getting the same rights as enjoyed by the rest of the nation," PM Modi added. In pics: Sending a strong anti-terror message, @realDonaldTrump said, "We will jointly fight radical Islamic terrorists"#ModiInHouston #HowdyModi#USADirect @narendramodihttps://t.co/kiZEyjtLrk — WION (@WIONews) September 22, 2019 × The issue of abrogation of article 370 had also resonated in the US. With President Trump too making a mention. New Delhi had given a firm reminder that the Kashmir issue was a bilateral one between India and Pakistan and the current changes were part of an effort to bring development to the state where terrorism had flourished. Launching a scathing attack at the Imran Khan government which has been flagging Kashmir at various international forums - including the United Nations, PM Modi said that 'What India is doing has troubled some people who can't even manage their own country'. This remark drew loud cheers from the audience at the event. Without naming Pakistan again - the Prime Minister said that one country (Pakistan) has made its hatred towards India the centre of their agenda. Ever since Modi government stripped Jammu and Kashmir of its special status, Pakistan has left no stone unturned to internationalise the issue. However, to its embarrassment, Islamabad failed to garner support from the international community. Several countries, including the USA, have dubbed abrogation of article 370 as India's internal matter.

'Howdy, Modi' in Houston: Indian Parliamentarians get standing ovation for scrapping Article 370

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (local time) hailed the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/investment-border-security-pro-growth-policies-donald-trumps-speech-at-howdy-modi-251341">Indian-American communit</a>y for its contributions in providing new heights and dynamics to the warm and friendly ties shared by India and the United States.</p>

<p>"You all have set the stage for a glorious future as far as India-USA ties are concerned. I thank you all for your team-work," the Prime Minister told the crowd gathered at the community reception in Houston.</p>

<p>Earlier today, Modi inaugurated the Eternal Gandhi Museum, during an event organised by the Indian community here.</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Howdy Modi Event - Trump calls Modi 'the most loyal friend'</strong></p>

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<p>Citing the relevance of the Mahatma's principles in the contemporary world, the Prime Minister said, "The Eternal Gandhi museum will be a prized cultural landmark in Houston. I have been associated with this effort for a while. It will surely make Gandhi <em>Ji</em>'s&nbsp;thoughts popular among the youth."</p>

<p>During the same event, the Prime Minister also inaugurated the Gujarati Samaj of Houston Event Centre and Shri Siddhi Vinayak Temple in the US city of Texas.</p>

<p>"Wherever we go, we should stay connected with our mother tongue, it has its own strength. You're making a centre for Gujarati community, I request you to never grow distant from your mother tongue. This effort should be continuous for the upcoming generations," Modi stressed.</p>

<p>In his concluding remarks, the Prime Minister further urged the Indian Diaspora to send at least five non-Indian families to India as tourists.</p>

<p>The Prime Minister said, "People don't visit a country after looking into maps. They do after somebody tells them about a place and its attractions.</p>

<p>"The reception follows the 'Howdy, Modi!'&nbsp;at NRG Stadium that saw nearly 50,000 people attending gala-event. The Indian Prime Minister shared the stage with US President Donald Trump and addressed issues such as terrorism, border security and energy cooperation between the two countries.</p>

<p>The Prime Minister has now emplaned for New York to attend the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly.</p>


Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (local time) hailed the Indian-American community for its contributions in providing new heights and dynamics to the warm and friendly ties shared by India and the United States.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (local time) hailed the Indian-American community for its contributions in providing new heights and dynamics to the warm and friendly ties shared by India and the United States. "You all have set the stage for a glorious future as far as India-USA ties are concerned. I thank you all for your team-work," the Prime Minister told the crowd gathered at the community reception in Houston. Earlier today, Modi inaugurated the Eternal Gandhi Museum, during an event organised by the Indian community here. Watch: Howdy Modi Event - Trump calls Modi 'the most loyal friend' × Citing the relevance of the Mahatma's principles in the contemporary world, the Prime Minister said, "The Eternal Gandhi museum will be a prized cultural landmark in Houston. I have been associated with this effort for a while. It will surely make Gandhi Ji's thoughts popular among the youth." During the same event, the Prime Minister also inaugurated the Gujarati Samaj of Houston Event Centre and Shri Siddhi Vinayak Temple in the US city of Texas. "Wherever we go, we should stay connected with our mother tongue, it has its own strength. You're making a centre for Gujarati community, I request you to never grow distant from your mother tongue. This effort should be continuous for the upcoming generations," Modi stressed. In his concluding remarks, the Prime Minister further urged the Indian Diaspora to send at least five non-Indian families to India as tourists. The Prime Minister said, "People don't visit a country after looking into maps. They do after somebody tells them about a place and its attractions. "The reception follows the 'Howdy, Modi!' at NRG Stadium that saw nearly 50,000 people attending gala-event. The Indian Prime Minister shared the stage with US President Donald Trump and addressed issues such as terrorism, border security and energy cooperation between the two countries. The Prime Minister has now emplaned for New York to attend the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

PM Modi hails Indian community's contribution in strengthening India-US ties