Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of Tesla, declared on Wednesday that he admires Narendra Modi because he "really wants to do the right thing for India." After visiting Modi in New York, Musk told reporters that the Indian leader truly cares about his nation because he is pressuring Tesla to make large investments there.

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United Nations, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a unique yoga session on Wednesday in a historic celebration to commemorate the 9th International Day of Yoga at the UN Headquarters that will see participation from top UN officials, envoys from across and the world and prominent individuals.

PM Modi’s US visit: PM gets warm welcome in New York, meets intellectuals, CEOs

The stage is ready as PM Modi has arrived in New York for his first state to the United States. The Indian diaspora is elated. Expressing their excitement, the Indian community kept waiting right outside his hotel.

Indian Diaspora expresses excitement over PM Modi's US Visit

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (June 20) arrived in New York on the first leg of his official State visit to the United States. PM Modi will meet top chief executive officers, Nobel laureates, economists, artists, scientists, scholars, entrepreneurs, academicians, and health sector experts during his visit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi was greeted by officials when he landed at the JFK airport and after that, he met the Indian diaspora. The Indian prime minister then left for the hotel, where there was tight security as seen in the videos and photos shared on social media platforms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After arriving in the US, he shared some pictures on Twitter and wrote: "Landed in New York City. Looking forward to the programmes here including interaction with thought leaders and the Yoga Day programme tomorrow, 21st June."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, Modi has visited the US a total of five times since taking oath as the prime minister in 2014. However, this particular visit has been termed as a milestone in ties between the two countries that would deepen and diversify their partnership as this will be his first with the full diplomatic status of an official state visit.&nbsp;<br />
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In his statement before the departure to US, PM Modi said, "I am travelling to the United States of America on a State Visit at the invitation of President Joseph Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden. This special invitation is a reflection of the vigour and vitality of the partnership between our democracies."</p>

<p>During this visit, India and the US are expected to expand cooperation in the defence industry and high technology sectors, with India getting access to critical American technologies that Washington rarely shares with non-allies.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Before emplaning for the US, PM Modi said that his discussions with Biden and other senior US leaders will provide an opportunity to consolidate bilateral cooperation as well as in plurilateral forums, such as G20, Quad and IPEF.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"During my visit, I will address a Joint Session of the US Congress at the invitation of Congressional leadership," he said, further noting that the US Congress has always provided strong bi-partisan support to India-US ties.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>PM Modi said that he is confident that the visit to the US will reinforce the ties based on shared values of democracy, diversity and freedom.&nbsp;"Together we stand stronger in meeting the shared global challenges," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the visit, PM Modi said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that "there is an unprecedented trust" between the leaders of the US and India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian prime minister also hailed growing defence cooperation between the two countries as "an important pillar of our partnership," which he said extends to trade, technology and energy.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (June 20) arrived in New York on the first leg of his official State visit to the United States. PM Modi will meet top chief executive officers, Nobel laureates, economists, artists, scientists, scholars, entrepreneurs, academicians, and health sector experts during his visit.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (June 20) arrived in New York on the first leg of his official State visit to the United States. PM Modi will meet top chief executive officers, Nobel laureates, economists, artists, scientists, scholars, entrepreneurs, academicians, and health sector experts during his visit. PM Modi was greeted by officials when he landed at the JFK airport and after that, he met the Indian diaspora. The Indian prime minister then left for the hotel, where there was tight security as seen in the videos and photos shared on social media platforms. After arriving in the US, he shared some pictures on Twitter and wrote: "Landed in New York City. Looking forward to the programmes here including interaction with thought leaders and the Yoga Day programme tomorrow, 21st June." Previously, Modi has visited the US a total of five times since taking oath as the prime minister in 2014. However, this particular visit has been termed as a milestone in ties between the two countries that would deepen and diversify their partnership as this will be his first with the full diplomatic status of an official state visit. In his statement before the departure to US, PM Modi said, "I am travelling to the United States of America on a State Visit at the invitation of President Joseph Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden. This special invitation is a reflection of the vigour and vitality of the partnership between our democracies." During this visit, India and the US are expected to expand cooperation in the defence industry and high technology sectors, with India getting access to critical American technologies that Washington rarely shares with non-allies. Also read: Indian PM to meet Elon Musk, Nobel laureates during his landmark trip #WATCH | Indian Prime Minister #NarendraModi arrives in New York on first leg of his official State visit to the US 📷 ANI #PMModi #PMModiInUS #ModiInUSA pic.twitter.com/u2DbzjOvWD — WION (@WIONews) June 20, 2023 × Before emplaning for the US, PM Modi said that his discussions with Biden and other senior US leaders will provide an opportunity to consolidate bilateral cooperation as well as in plurilateral forums, such as G20, Quad and IPEF. "During my visit, I will address a Joint Session of the US Congress at the invitation of Congressional leadership," he said, further noting that the US Congress has always provided strong bi-partisan support to India-US ties. Watch this report: × PM Modi said that he is confident that the visit to the US will reinforce the ties based on shared values of democracy, diversity and freedom. "Together we stand stronger in meeting the shared global challenges," he said. Ahead of the visit, PM Modi said in an interview with the Wall Street Journal that "there is an unprecedented trust" between the leaders of the US and India. The Indian prime minister also hailed growing defence cooperation between the two countries as "an important pillar of our partnership," which he said extends to trade, technology and energy. (With inputs from agencies) 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.

PM Modi lands in New York, begins his landmark first state visit to US

Tesla chief executive Elon Musk said India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi was pushing the carmaker to make a "significant investment" in the country, adding that such an announcement was expected soon.

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<p>Micron Technology Inc., the Idaho-headquartered semiconductor major&nbsp;is reportedly&nbsp;nearing an agreement to invest at least $1 billion in establishing a semiconductor packaging factory in India.</p>

<p>The move aims to diversify Micron's geographic presence amid growing geopolitical competition between the United States and China. An official announcement formalising the deal could be made during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the United States next week.</p>

<p>The individuals familiar with the matter cited by Bloomberg&nbsp;mentioned that the committed amount could potentially reach $2 billion.</p>

<h2><strong>What would it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>If the deal formalises, it would signify a triumph for India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious 'Make in India' initiative. For Washington, it presents an opportunity to strengthen its critical supply chains outside of China.</p>

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<p>Enhancing technological trade between the two countries is a key focus of Modi's state visit, as highlighted by US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan during his visit to New Delhi earlier this week.</p>

<h2><strong>China's ban on Micron chips</strong></h2>

<p>This investment in India follows the Chinese ban on the use of Micron chips in what Beijing deemed as critical infrastructure, which introduced uncertainty regarding the status of US chipmakers in the world's largest semiconductor market.</p>

<h2><b>American efforts to diversify chips supply</b></h2>

<p>Amid rising tensions with China and concerns about dependence on manufacturing hubs like Taiwan, the United States is actively promoting the diversification of advanced chip production.</p>

<p>In line with this, Micron, the largest American memory chipmaker, has also secured financial assistance for a planned $3.6 billion next-generation plant in Japan.</p>

<h2><strong>Modi's US visit</strong></h2>

<p>Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to embark on his inaugural formal state visit on June 21, where he will be hosted by President Joe Biden for a banquet the following day. Modi will also address the US Congress during his visit.</p>

<p>As part of his efforts to attract chipmakers to India, Modi has pledged $10 billion, with his administration committing to cover&nbsp;half the cost of establishing all semiconductor facilities.</p>

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Micron Technology Inc., the Idaho-headquartered semiconductor major is reportedly nearing an agreement to invest at least $1 billion in establishing a semiconductor packaging factory in India.

Micron Technology Inc., the Idaho-headquartered semiconductor major is reportedly nearing an agreement to invest at least $1 billion in establishing a semiconductor packaging factory in India. The move aims to diversify Micron's geographic presence amid growing geopolitical competition between the United States and China. An official announcement formalising the deal could be made during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the United States next week. The individuals familiar with the matter cited by Bloomberg mentioned that the committed amount could potentially reach $2 billion. What would it mean? If the deal formalises, it would signify a triumph for India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious 'Make in India' initiative. For Washington, it presents an opportunity to strengthen its critical supply chains outside of China. Also read | Chip war intensifies: Lawmakers want US to 'blacklist' Chinese firm after Micron ban Enhancing technological trade between the two countries is a key focus of Modi's state visit, as highlighted by US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan during his visit to New Delhi earlier this week. China's ban on Micron chips This investment in India follows the Chinese ban on the use of Micron chips in what Beijing deemed as critical infrastructure, which introduced uncertainty regarding the status of US chipmakers in the world's largest semiconductor market. American efforts to diversify chips supply Amid rising tensions with China and concerns about dependence on manufacturing hubs like Taiwan, the United States is actively promoting the diversification of advanced chip production. In line with this, Micron, the largest American memory chipmaker, has also secured financial assistance for a planned $3.6 billion next-generation plant in Japan. Modi's US visit Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to embark on his inaugural formal state visit on June 21, where he will be hosted by President Joe Biden for a banquet the following day. Modi will also address the US Congress during his visit. As part of his efforts to attract chipmakers to India, Modi has pledged $10 billion, with his administration committing to cover half the cost of establishing all semiconductor facilities. 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.

Modi expects to trump China with landmark semiconductor deal during US visit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for the United States. The visit makes PM Modi just the third world leader, after France's Macron and South Korea's Yoon Suk Yeol, to be invited by President Biden for a state visit and dinner. A roadmap for defence industrial cooperation is expected to be the key outcome of narendra Modi's U.S. visit. Amid China's territorial ambitions, Washington is working to deepen ties with the world's largest democracy and sees deeper military-to-military and technology ties. Washington DC will roll out the red carpet on June 22, when Joe Biden hosts Narendra Modi. The US President will hold bilateral talks with the Indian Prime Minister. Top lawmakers in the United States have invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address Congress when he visits the capital of the world's largest economy. On june 23, the Indian Prime Minister will be hosted by US Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary Of State, Antony Blinken.

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<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidg0Zdyi5OoyRA" /><meta charset="utf-8" />Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who embarked on a four-day visit to the United States on Monday (June 20), will meet 24 prominent personalities in New York including Nobel laureates, economists, artists, scientists, scholars, entrepreneurs, academicians, health sector experts, and more.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the news agency ANI, Modi will meet billionaire and Tesla's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Elon Musk, Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, Grammy award-winning Indian-American singer Falu (Falguni Shah), Paul Romer, Nicholas Nassim Taleb, Ray Dalio, Jeff Smith, Michael Froman Daniel Russel, Elbridge Colby, Dr Peter Agre, Dr Stephen Klasko and Chandrika Tandon.</p>

<h2><strong>Modi expected to meet CEOs of top 20 American companies</strong></h2>

<p>News agency ANI reported on June 13 that Indian PM Modi <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-is-us-indian-pm-expected-to-meet-ceos-of-top-20-american-companies-604707">was expected to meet the CEOs of the top 20 American companies </a></strong>including Mastercard, Accenture, Adobe Systems, and Visa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Friday, the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) will host "We The People: Celebrating the US-India Partnership" in Washington DC. A reception at the Hall of Nations Terrace (Kennedy Centre) will follow Modi's address. A person familiar with developments told ANI that the event will witness eminent industry leaders from across various sectors including IT, telecom, FMCG, logistics and industrials, the ANI report said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Visit an opportunity to enrich depth, diversity of Indo-US partnership: Modi</strong></h2>

<p>Before departing for the US, Modi said his visit would be an opportunity to enrich the depth and diversity of the Indo-US partnership and asserted that together the two countries stand stronger in meeting shared global challenges.</p>

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<p>"India-US ties are multifaceted, with deepening engagements across sectors. The USA is India’s largest trade partner in goods and services. We collaborate closely in science &amp; technology, education, health, defence and security fields. The initiative on Critical &amp; Emerging Technologies has added new dimensions and widened collaboration to defence industrial cooperation, space, telecom, quantum, Artificial Intelligence and biotech sectors," Modi said in his departure statement.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who embarked on a four-day visit to the United States on Monday (June 20), will meet 24 prominent personalities in New York including Nobel laureates, economists, artists, scientists, scholars, entrepreneurs, academicians, health sector experts, and more.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who embarked on a four-day visit to the United States on Monday (June 20), will meet 24 prominent personalities in New York including Nobel laureates, economists, artists, scientists, scholars, entrepreneurs, academicians, health sector experts, and more. According to the news agency ANI, Modi will meet billionaire and Tesla's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Elon Musk, Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, Grammy award-winning Indian-American singer Falu (Falguni Shah), Paul Romer, Nicholas Nassim Taleb, Ray Dalio, Jeff Smith, Michael Froman Daniel Russel, Elbridge Colby, Dr Peter Agre, Dr Stephen Klasko and Chandrika Tandon. Modi expected to meet CEOs of top 20 American companies News agency ANI reported on June 13 that Indian PM Modi was expected to meet the CEOs of the top 20 American companies including Mastercard, Accenture, Adobe Systems, and Visa. On Friday, the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) will host "We The People: Celebrating the US-India Partnership" in Washington DC. A reception at the Hall of Nations Terrace (Kennedy Centre) will follow Modi's address. A person familiar with developments told ANI that the event will witness eminent industry leaders from across various sectors including IT, telecom, FMCG, logistics and industrials, the ANI report said. Visit an opportunity to enrich depth, diversity of Indo-US partnership: Modi Before departing for the US, Modi said his visit would be an opportunity to enrich the depth and diversity of the Indo-US partnership and asserted that together the two countries stand stronger in meeting shared global challenges. Also read | India and US share ‘unprecedented’ trust, says Prime Minister Narendra Modi "India-US ties are multifaceted, with deepening engagements across sectors. The USA is India’s largest trade partner in goods and services. We collaborate closely in science & technology, education, health, defence and security fields. The initiative on Critical & Emerging Technologies has added new dimensions and widened collaboration to defence industrial cooperation, space, telecom, quantum, Artificial Intelligence and biotech sectors," Modi said in his departure statement. "My discussions with President Biden and other senior US leaders will provide an opportunity to consolidate our bilateral cooperation as well as in plurilateral forums such as G20, Quad and IPEF," he added. 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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Members of the Indian American diaspora are organed marches in 20 major cities across the nation later today to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his historic State visit to the United States. The visit by PM Modi to the United States, which is being hosted by US President Joe Biden, will start on June 20 in New York and end on June 24.

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from June 21-24 at the invitation of the US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. This watershed visit by PM Modi will start on June 21, where the PM will lead celebrations marking the International Day of Yoga at the UN headquarters in New York. He will then travel to Washington DC where President Biden is expected to host a state dinner. The visit will also include an address to the Joint Session of the Congress on June 22.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>PM Modi has visited the US six times since 2014, meeting three presidents: Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden, but this will be his first State visit. The state visit is considered an honour which is reserved for America’s closest allies and friends.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On June 23, Modi will address an invitation-only gathering of diaspora leaders from across the country at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington DC. Modi’s event with the Indian diaspora will focus on their role in ‘India’s growth story’.</p>

<h2><strong>PM Modi’s address to Indian diaspora in the US: Top 5 points</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>1. Award-winning singer and actress Mary Millben will perform for Modi and other guests at a diaspora reception hosted by the United States Indian Community Foundation (USICF) at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.&nbsp;</p>

<p>2. Millben will on the invitation of India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, attend the 9th International Day of Yoga at the UN Headquarters on June 21 with PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>3. Modi's address to the Indian diaspora will be at a relatively modest gathering in Washington DC because of his tight schedule, quashing the hopes of community leaders who had hoped to organise a gala event, news agency PTI reported.</p>

<p>4. PM Modi is expected to connect with the diaspora community in major US cities. The Indian diaspora numbers have reached nearly 4.5 million in the US, spread across the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>5. Only a select gathering of nearly 1000 people will be able to attend. Indian Americans will gather in large numbers in the US Capital to witness the official welcome ceremony for Modi on June 22, a day he leads a Yoga Day event at the UN headquarters in New York.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Apart from all the symbolism of this India-US visit, the two countries are also forming solid relations between PM Modi and US President Biden to pave the way for closer alignment between the economic and technology ecosystems of the two countries and eliminate hurdles to building more resilient supply chains.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from June 21-24 at the invitation of the US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. This watershed visit by PM Modi will start on June 21, where the PM will lead celebrations marking the International Day of Yoga at the UN headquarters in New York.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from June 21-24 at the invitation of the US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. This watershed visit by PM Modi will start on June 21, where the PM will lead celebrations marking the International Day of Yoga at the UN headquarters in New York. He will then travel to Washington DC where President Biden is expected to host a state dinner. The visit will also include an address to the Joint Session of the Congress on June 22. Also Read | Heavy rains, thunderstorm in Tamil Nadu, school holiday declared in 5 districts; Delhi received light showers PM Modi has visited the US six times since 2014, meeting three presidents: Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden, but this will be his first State visit. The state visit is considered an honour which is reserved for America’s closest allies and friends. On June 23, Modi will address an invitation-only gathering of diaspora leaders from across the country at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington DC. Modi’s event with the Indian diaspora will focus on their role in ‘India’s growth story’. PM Modi’s address to Indian diaspora in the US: Top 5 points 1. Award-winning singer and actress Mary Millben will perform for Modi and other guests at a diaspora reception hosted by the United States Indian Community Foundation (USICF) at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. 2. Millben will on the invitation of India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, attend the 9th International Day of Yoga at the UN Headquarters on June 21 with PM Modi. Watch | PM Modi's US Visit: Times Square in NYC to witness yoga celebrations × 3. Modi's address to the Indian diaspora will be at a relatively modest gathering in Washington DC because of his tight schedule, quashing the hopes of community leaders who had hoped to organise a gala event, news agency PTI reported. 4. PM Modi is expected to connect with the diaspora community in major US cities. The Indian diaspora numbers have reached nearly 4.5 million in the US, spread across the country. 5. Only a select gathering of nearly 1000 people will be able to attend. Indian Americans will gather in large numbers in the US Capital to witness the official welcome ceremony for Modi on June 22, a day he leads a Yoga Day event at the UN headquarters in New York. Also Read | Manipur violence: Indian Army soldier injured in firing in Imphal west Apart from all the symbolism of this India-US visit, the two countries are also forming solid relations between PM Modi and US President Biden to pave the way for closer alignment between the economic and technology ecosystems of the two countries and eliminate hurdles to building more resilient supply chains. (With inputs from agencies) 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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PM Modi's visit includes a state dinner & an address to the joint session of the congress. Ahead of the historic trip, Indian-Americans held a unity march across us Cities. The Indian PM's visit will begin in New York, where he will lead celebrations of the int'l day of Yoga at the headquarters of UN. Starting in 2014, the Int'l Day of Yoga has become one of the major events under the annual calendar of activities of the un. Amid China's territorial ambitions, Washington is working to deepen ties with the world's largest democracy & sees deeper military-to-military and technology ties. The Biden administration is all set to sign a deal that would allow US-based GE to produce engines for military aircraft on Indian soil. Last May, Biden & PM Modi announced a bilateral initiative on critical and emerging technology dubbed as ICET. The two leaders directed their governments to work together on advanced tech, from AI to semiconductor chips & quantum computing, especially in defence.

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<p>In a landmark state visit to the United States, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a whirlwind tour that commences in New York City and culminated in Washington DC. This highly anticipated official state visit is aimed to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations and foster greater collaboration on key global challenges.</p>

<p>Kicking off the visit in New York on June 21, Prime Minister Modi will take part in International Day of Yoga celebrations at UN Secretariat, a testament to India's ancient tradition that has gained global recognition. Moving on to Washington&nbsp;DC. on the 22nd, PM Modi will be accorded a grand Guard of Honour at the White House followed by bilateral talks with President Joe Biden.</p>

<p>The key focus will be on Defence with reports suggesting the SeaGuardian drones deal and GE deal for manufacturing of Jet engines being announced. The strong emphasis remains on critical technologies even as common concerns on China are expected to be discussed.</p>

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<p>An exceptional highlight of the visit will be Prime Minister Modi's address to the US Congress, a rare honour bestowed upon foreign leaders. He is the first Indian PM to do so twice. To commemorate the visit, a lavish state banquet will be hosted. The banquet served as a platform for dignitaries from both nations to engage in meaningful exchanges, fostering deeper personal connections that are crucial for diplomatic relations.</p>

<p>On 23rd June PM Modi will engage with the business community through a CEO Roundtable. This interactive session aimed to enhance trade and investment ties, encouraging American companies to explore opportunities in India's rapidly growing economy. Later, a lunch will be hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary of State Anthony Blinken at the State Department further emphasising the importance of sustained cooperation between the two countries.</p>

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<p>As is the case with his other major foreign visits, PM Modi will address the Indian diaspora at the iconic Ronald Reagan Building. He will leave the US for Egypt on 24th June. Prime Minister Modi's state visit to the United States will showcase the immense potential for cooperation and partnership between two of the world's largest democracies.</p>

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In a landmark state visit to the United States, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a whirlwind tour that commences in New York City and culminated in Washington DC.

In a landmark state visit to the United States, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a whirlwind tour that commences in New York City and culminated in Washington DC. This highly anticipated official state visit is aimed to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations and foster greater collaboration on key global challenges. Kicking off the visit in New York on June 21, Prime Minister Modi will take part in International Day of Yoga celebrations at UN Secretariat, a testament to India's ancient tradition that has gained global recognition. Moving on to Washington DC. on the 22nd, PM Modi will be accorded a grand Guard of Honour at the White House followed by bilateral talks with President Joe Biden. The key focus will be on Defence with reports suggesting the SeaGuardian drones deal and GE deal for manufacturing of Jet engines being announced. The strong emphasis remains on critical technologies even as common concerns on China are expected to be discussed. Watch: PM Modi's state visit to US: What should you expect? × An exceptional highlight of the visit will be Prime Minister Modi's address to the US Congress, a rare honour bestowed upon foreign leaders. He is the first Indian PM to do so twice. To commemorate the visit, a lavish state banquet will be hosted. The banquet served as a platform for dignitaries from both nations to engage in meaningful exchanges, fostering deeper personal connections that are crucial for diplomatic relations. On 23rd June PM Modi will engage with the business community through a CEO Roundtable. This interactive session aimed to enhance trade and investment ties, encouraging American companies to explore opportunities in India's rapidly growing economy. Later, a lunch will be hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary of State Anthony Blinken at the State Department further emphasising the importance of sustained cooperation between the two countries. Also read: Narendra Modi's US Visit: A watershed moment for India-US ties As is the case with his other major foreign visits, PM Modi will address the Indian diaspora at the iconic Ronald Reagan Building. He will leave the US for Egypt on 24th June. Prime Minister Modi's state visit to the United States will showcase the immense potential for cooperation and partnership between two of the world's largest democracies. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Yoga, state dinner and US Congress address among key fixtures of PM Modi's visit to US

<p>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.</p>

<p>According to Bloomberg, India and the US are close to signing a military deal that would allow them to jointly develop fighter jet engines.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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;</p>

<h2><strong>India’s defence ministry to take up SeaGuardian drone deal</strong></h2>

<p>India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) will also take up the deal to finalise SeaGuardian drone deal later today (Thursday).</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

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<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>The development comes as National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and his US counterpart Jake Sullivan held a bilateral meeting in Delhi on Wednesday.</p>

<p>Sullivan is on a two-day trip to India at the invitation of Doval.</p>

<p>The drones' deal could not take off soon as it remained stuck due to bureaucratic red tape for years.</p>

<p>Moreover, the two countries are also expected to discuss jointly building the eight-wheeled armoured personnel carrier — Stryker — in India.<br />
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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

India, US on verge of finalising deal to jointly produce fighter jet engines: Report

US President Joe Biden's National Security Adviser is headed to India. Jake Sullivan's visit comes ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Washington later this month. Amid China's territorial ambitions, Washington is working to deepen ties with the world's largest democracy and sees deeper military-to-military and technology ties. Sullivan will meet Indian NSA Doval and other officials to discuss deepening collaboration across critical areas of importance between US and India. Last may, Joe Biden And Narendra Modi announced a bilateral initiative on critical and emerging technology, dubbed ICET. The two leaders directed their governments to work on advanced technology, from AI to semiconductor chips and quantum computing, especially in defence. The Biden administration is reportedly preparing to sign a deal that would allow US-based general electric to produce engines for military aircraft on the Indian soil.

US and India focus on AI, semiconductor chips & quantum computing | PM Modi to visit Washington

US President Joe Biden's National Security Adviser is headed to india. Jake Sullivan's visit comes ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Washington later this month. Amid China's territorial ambitions, Washington is working to deepen ties with the world's largest democracy and sees deeper military-to-military and technology ties. Sullivan will meet Indian Nsa Doval and other officials to discuss deepening collaboration across critical areas of importance between US and India. Last may, Joe Biden And Narendra Modi announced a bilateral initiative on critical and emerging technology, dubbed icet. The two leaders directed their governments to work on advanced technology, from AI to semiconductor chips and quantum computing, especially in defence. The Biden administration is reportedly preparing to sign a deal that would allow US-based general electric to produce engines for military aircraft on the Indian soil.

US working to deepen ties with world's largest democracy | PM Modi to visit Washington

US President Joe Biden's National Security adviser Drake Sullivan is slated to land in India on Tuesday his visit aims at making the final preparations for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Maiden Trip to the to the United States of America according to the report Sullivan will be meeting his Indian counterpart Aji Doval to finalize certain agreements that are to be unveiled during prime minister Modi's State visit.

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