One of the major discussions going to take place between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden during the former’s visit to Washington would be on the joint manufacturing of fighter jet engines.

According to Bloomberg, India and the US are close to signing a military deal that would allow them to jointly develop fighter jet engines.

The report states that the White House is on the verge of clearing the proposal from General Electric Co. (GE), the Massachusetts-based aerospace manufacturing giant, to produce the engines with state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. for the Tejas light-combat aircraft.

The jet engine agreement, which would require technology transfer from America, will need approval from the US Congress, which India hopes to tilt the scale in its favour on the backdrop of China’s rising assertiveness and growing relations between the two.

The production of GE engines is expected to boost India's fighter jet programme and its air force, whose fleet of rapidly ageing Russian fighters needs to be replaced.

The move is also expected to strengthen Modi's image as he looks at a third term in office in national elections next year. The PM will start&nbsp;his first formal state visit on June 21. Biden will host him for a state banquet, and the Indian premiere will also address the US Congress.&nbsp;

<h2>India’s defence ministry to take up SeaGuardian drone deal</h2>

India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) will also take up the deal to finalise SeaGuardian drone deal later today (Thursday).

Top defence ministry and military brass, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, will attend the meeting. Other 'Made in India' defence deals are also on the agenda of the meeting, defence officials told WION.

The procurement project will undergo "acceptance of necessity" (AoN) by DAC. Subsequently, a Letter of Request will be issued to the US administration, followed by their response through a Letter of Offer and Acceptance, which requires notification to the US Congress.

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The US had asked India to show progress on the deal for as many as 30&nbsp;MQ-9B SeaGuardian (also called Reaper) drones made by General Atomics,&nbsp;two sources&nbsp;told&nbsp;Reuters.

India had earlier used two MQ 9B drones, borrowing from the US, after the border tensions with China flared in the summer of 2020, according to Bloomberg.

The development comes as National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and his US counterpart Jake Sullivan held a bilateral meeting in Delhi on Wednesday.

Sullivan is on a two-day trip to India at the invitation of Doval.

The drones' deal could not take off soon as it remained stuck due to bureaucratic red tape for years.

Moreover, the two countries are also expected to discuss jointly building the eight-wheeled armoured personnel carrier — Stryker — in India. 
 
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One of the major discussions going to take place between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden during the former’s visit to Washington would be on the joint manufacturing of fighter jet engines.

One of the major discussions going to take place between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden during the former’s visit to Washington would be on the joint manufacturing of fighter jet engines. According to Bloomberg, India and the US are close to signing a military deal that would allow them to jointly develop fighter jet engines. The report states that the White House is on the verge of clearing the proposal from General Electric Co. (GE), the Massachusetts-based aerospace manufacturing giant, to produce the engines with state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. for the Tejas light-combat aircraft. The jet engine agreement, which would require technology transfer from America, will need approval from the US Congress, which India hopes to tilt the scale in its favour on the backdrop of China’s rising assertiveness and growing relations between the two. The production of GE engines is expected to boost India's fighter jet programme and its air force, whose fleet of rapidly ageing Russian fighters needs to be replaced. The move is also expected to strengthen Modi's image as he looks at a third term in office in national elections next year. The PM will start his first formal state visit on June 21. Biden will host him for a state banquet, and the Indian premiere will also address the US Congress. India’s defence ministry to take up SeaGuardian drone deal India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) will also take up the deal to finalise SeaGuardian drone deal later today (Thursday). Top defence ministry and military brass, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, will attend the meeting. Other 'Made in India' defence deals are also on the agenda of the meeting, defence officials told WION. The procurement project will undergo "acceptance of necessity" (AoN) by DAC. Subsequently, a Letter of Request will be issued to the US administration, followed by their response through a Letter of Offer and Acceptance, which requires notification to the US Congress. The US had asked India to show progress on the deal for as many as 30 MQ-9B SeaGuardian (also called Reaper) drones made by General Atomics, two sources told Reuters. India had earlier used two MQ 9B drones, borrowing from the US, after the border tensions with China flared in the summer of 2020, according to Bloomberg. The development comes as National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and his US counterpart Jake Sullivan held a bilateral meeting in Delhi on Wednesday. Sullivan is on a two-day trip to India at the invitation of Doval. The drones' deal could not take off soon as it remained stuck due to bureaucratic red tape for years. Moreover, the two countries are also expected to discuss jointly building the eight-wheeled armoured personnel carrier — Stryker — in India. (With inputs from agencies WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited his mother Heeraben Modi at the&nbsp;UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology &amp; Research Centre in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Earlier in the day, Heeraben was admitted to the hospital after some discomfort and the doctors said her condition is stable.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A statement issued by the hospital said, "Hon'ble Prime Minister's mother is admitted at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology &amp; Research Centre, Ahmedabad and her health condition is stable."

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Heeraben Modi turned 100 on June 18 this year. Prime Minister Modi often meets his mother. Recently, Modi met her&nbsp;on December 4, seeking her blessings ahead of the second and the final phase of voting in the Gujarat assembly elections.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, the Prime Minister's brother Prahlad Damodar Das Modi and his family were injured in a car accident in Mysuru, Karnataka on Tuesday afternoon. The family was travelling to Bandipur in a car. The accident occurred when the driver lost control and hit the road divider.&nbsp;

Prahlad Damodar Das Modi suffered injury on his chin. His son Mehul Prahlad Modi, daughter-in-law Jinal Modi and six-year-old grandson Menat Mehul Modi and driver Satyanarayana were also injured.

They were admitted to the JSS Hospital in Mysuru. On Wednesday, hospital authorities said the injured were being shifted to the general ward from the ICU. On the other hand, hospital sources told IANS&nbsp;that Prahlad and his family will remain in Mysuru for an additional two days following their discharge, while his grandson’s treatment will continue till Thursday.&nbsp; 
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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited his mother Heeraben Modi at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited his mother Heeraben Modi at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Earlier in the day, Heeraben was admitted to the hospital after some discomfort and the doctors said her condition is stable. A statement issued by the hospital said, "Hon'ble Prime Minister's mother is admitted at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre, Ahmedabad and her health condition is stable." Heeraben Modi, mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is admitted at UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre in Ahemdabad and her health condition is stable, says the hospital pic.twitter.com/D6N4PF2FGC — ANI (@ANI) December 28, 2022 × Heeraben Modi turned 100 on June 18 this year. Prime Minister Modi often meets his mother. Recently, Modi met her on December 4, seeking her blessings ahead of the second and the final phase of voting in the Gujarat assembly elections. ALSO READ | Who is Prahlad Modi? Vocal critic of BJP and younger brother of PM Narendra Modi meets with car accident Meanwhile, the Prime Minister's brother Prahlad Damodar Das Modi and his family were injured in a car accident in Mysuru, Karnataka on Tuesday afternoon. The family was travelling to Bandipur in a car. The accident occurred when the driver lost control and hit the road divider. Prahlad Damodar Das Modi suffered injury on his chin. His son Mehul Prahlad Modi, daughter-in-law Jinal Modi and six-year-old grandson Menat Mehul Modi and driver Satyanarayana were also injured. They were admitted to the JSS Hospital in Mysuru. On Wednesday, hospital authorities said the injured were being shifted to the general ward from the ICU. On the other hand, hospital sources told IANS that Prahlad and his family will remain in Mysuru for an additional two days following their discharge, while his grandson’s treatment will continue till Thursday. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Bangladesh cricket star Shakib Al Hasan on Friday said that he was honoured to meet Indian Primer Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived at Dhaka for a two-day visit to the neighbouring nation to take part in their 50th Independence Day celebrations.

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Former Bangladesh skipper lauded PM Modi's leadership and hoped that ties between the two countries "get better day by day."

He said: "Really honoured to meet PM Modi. I think his visit will be fruitful for both countries. Leadership he had shown for India is tremendous. I hope he'll continue to help grow India in future &amp; our relation with India will get better day by day."

PM Narendra Modi will attend the National Day Programme at 3:45 pm. Prime Minister Modi will then inaugurate Bapu Bangabandhu Digital Video Exhibition at 7:45 pm. Prior to his departure, Prime Minister Modi said that he looks forward to having "substantive discussions" with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.&nbsp;

Bangabandhu was one of the tallest leaders of the last century, whose life and ideals continue to inspire millions," he said in a tweet. The Prime Minister is also looking forward to visiting Bangabandhu`s Samadhi in Tungipara to pay his respects.&nbsp;

"I am particularly looking forward to my interaction with representatives of the Matua community at Orakandi, from where Sri Sri Harichandra Thakur ji disseminated his pious message. I will be having substantive discussions with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, following our very productive virtual meeting in December last year. I also look forward to my meeting with His Excellency President Abdul Hamid, and to interactions with other Bangladeshi dignitaries," he said.

He added, "My visit will not only be an occasion to convey appreciation for Bangladesh`s remarkable economic and developmental strides under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina`s visionary leadership, but also to commit India`s abiding support for these achievements. I will also express India`s support and solidarity for Bangladesh`s fight against COVID-19."

Bangladesh cricket star Shakib Al Hasan on Friday said that he was honoured to meet Indian Primer Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived at Dhaka for a two-day visit to the neighbouring nation to take part in their 50th Independence Day celebrations.

Bangladesh cricket star Shakib Al Hasan on Friday said that he was honoured to meet Indian Primer Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived at Dhaka for a two-day visit to the neighbouring nation to take part in their 50th Independence Day celebrations. Check out live blog at: Bangladesh 50th Anniversary — PM Modi meets liberation war fighters 'Muktijodhas' and Indian diaspora in Dhaka Former Bangladesh skipper lauded PM Modi's leadership and hoped that ties between the two countries "get better day by day." He said: "Really honoured to meet PM Modi. I think his visit will be fruitful for both countries. Leadership he had shown for India is tremendous. I hope he'll continue to help grow India in future & our relation with India will get better day by day." PM Narendra Modi will attend the National Day Programme at 3:45 pm. Prime Minister Modi will then inaugurate Bapu Bangabandhu Digital Video Exhibition at 7:45 pm. Prior to his departure, Prime Minister Modi said that he looks forward to having "substantive discussions" with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Bangabandhu was one of the tallest leaders of the last century, whose life and ideals continue to inspire millions," he said in a tweet. The Prime Minister is also looking forward to visiting Bangabandhu`s Samadhi in Tungipara to pay his respects. "I am particularly looking forward to my interaction with representatives of the Matua community at Orakandi, from where Sri Sri Harichandra Thakur ji disseminated his pious message. I will be having substantive discussions with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, following our very productive virtual meeting in December last year. I also look forward to my meeting with His Excellency President Abdul Hamid, and to interactions with other Bangladeshi dignitaries," he said. He added, "My visit will not only be an occasion to convey appreciation for Bangladesh`s remarkable economic and developmental strides under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina`s visionary leadership, but also to commit India`s abiding support for these achievements. I will also express India`s support and solidarity for Bangladesh`s fight against COVID-19."

'His visit will be fruitful for both countries': Shakib Al Hasan lauds PM Narendra Modi's leadership