"We've always had a positive political relationship with Trump": Jaishankar
2 weeks, 4 days ago

"We've always had a positive political relationship with Trump": Jaishankar

India Today  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed confidence in India’s ability to work with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump even as other countries remain concerned about the maverick leader’s return to office. “We’ve always had a positive political relationship with Trump and I would say that Trump has also had a positive political view of India,” opined India’s top diplomat at a summit hosted by ASSOCHAM. “When I look around the world, there are countries that are looking at Trump 2.0 as a political challenge. Jaishankar pointed out that Trump’s re-election will lead to certain predictable changes in American politics.

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Trump’s return and the South Asia outlook
1 week, 2 days ago

Trump’s return and the South Asia outlook

The Hindu  

In January 2025, Donald Trump will be sworn-in as the 47th President of the United States of America. During his first term, Mr. Trump promoted capacity building, development assistance, defence agreements, and cooperation with the South Asian countries. Mr. Trump’s little focus on democracy, nation-building, and human rights would also benefit Sri Lanka, where a new government is still looking …

Donald Trump 2.0 is not a challenge for us, says EAM S Jaishankar
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Donald Trump 2.0 is not a challenge for us, says EAM S Jaishankar

Live Mint  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during an interactive session at ASSOCHAM in New Delhi on Thursday, emphasized India’s advantageous political relationship with US President-elect Donald Trump, stating that India is in a “much more advantageous position” compared to many other countries in strengthening ties with Trump’s second term. Trump's positive political view of India Jaishankar reflected on the enduring political …

Donald Trump ’friend of India’: Minister Goyal
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Donald Trump ’friend of India’: Minister Goyal

Live Mint  

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Europe may panic but Trump’s return suits India, and Elon-Vivek’s DOGE agenda suits New Delhi even more
4 weeks ago

Europe may panic but Trump’s return suits India, and Elon-Vivek’s DOGE agenda suits New Delhi even more

Firstpost  

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India welcomes Donald Trump’s second term
1 month ago

India welcomes Donald Trump’s second term

Live Mint  

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China trying to improve ties with India to ease off US pressure from Trump: Business leader
1 month ago

China trying to improve ties with India to ease off US pressure from Trump: Business leader

Live Mint  

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Will US-India thrive under Trump amid 'China factor'? Fareed Zakaria explains
1 month ago

Will US-India thrive under Trump amid 'China factor'? Fareed Zakaria explains

India Today  

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The impact of Trump 2.0 on India’s security
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The impact of Trump 2.0 on India’s security

New Indian Express  

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India is the kind of associate power that Donald Trump will look for: Walter Mead
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India is the kind of associate power that Donald Trump will look for: Walter Mead

Hindustan Times  

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How will Donald Trump presidency impact India-US ties, former aide explains

Hindustan Times  

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Donald Trump's pro-India team?
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Donald Trump's pro-India team?

India Today  

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Trump 2.0: How to make your portfolio great again
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Trump 2.0: How to make your portfolio great again

Live Mint  

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Exclusive: Trump told me he'll visit India next year, reveals NRI banker Anshuman Mishra

India Today  

International banker and political strategist Anshuman Mishra revealed that US President-elect Donald Trump intends to visit India next year. In an exclusive interview with India Today News Director Rahul Kanwal from Manhattan, Mishra described the charged atmosphere in Trump’s inner circle -- comprising tech magnate Elon Musk, popular podcaster Joe Rogan, UFC President Dana White, billionaire Steve Wynn and others …

From the India Today Archives (2017): How India should deal with Donald Trump
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From the India Today Archives (2017): How India should deal with Donald Trump

India Today  

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Democracy basis of ties with US: Rahul writes to Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Democracy basis of ties with US: Rahul writes to Trump

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Days after the US elections, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday wrote to President-elect Donald Trump and outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris. Congratulating Trump on his victory, Rahul expressed hope that under Trump’s leadership, the two countries would further deepen cooperation in areas of mutual interest. Under your leadership, we are confident that our …

Watch | Trump 2.0: What should India watch out for?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Watch | Trump 2.0: What should India watch out for?

The Hindu  

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‘MAGA, India First’: Why Donald Trump's return will solidify India-US trade, security ties
1 month, 2 weeks ago

‘MAGA, India First’: Why Donald Trump's return will solidify India-US trade, security ties

Hindustan Times  

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Trump is strong leader: Indian Americans welcome Trump's electoral victory
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump is strong leader: Indian Americans welcome Trump's electoral victory

Deccan Chronicle  

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What a Trump presidency means for India's neighbourhood
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What a Trump presidency means for India's neighbourhood

Firstpost  

Beyond the primary players in South Asia, Trump’s previous administration exhibited limited engagement with countries like Sri Lanka, Nepal and the Maldives On his first day back on the diplomatic front, former US President Donald Trump reached out to several world leaders setting a distinct tone by speaking with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. …

Opinion: A world according to Trump - Impact on India and global alliances
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Opinion: A world according to Trump - Impact on India and global alliances

India Today  

Prepare for Donald Trump’s America First 2.0. America First Meets Make in India Trump is expected to take a more hardline stance on a range of issues – cracking down on illegal immigration, imposing high baseline tariffs on all imports, and ending the Ukraine war by potentially cutting off billions in US aid while pushing Israel to “wrap it up” …

Opinion: Trump 2.0 - Lessons for India's Left
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Opinion: Trump 2.0 - Lessons for India's Left

India Today  

With Donald Trump’s recent win in the US, it is hard to miss the parallels with the tactics employed by certain sections of the Left, here in India. By “the Indian Left,” we are referring to a broad coalition of academics, intellectuals, certain media figures, activists, and segments of political parties who often align themselves with progressive social and economic …

Trump's potential return sparks concerns over Indo-US trade ties, tariffs
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump's potential return sparks concerns over Indo-US trade ties, tariffs

New Indian Express  

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Jaishankar says Trump victory will disrupt world order, expects trade boost, stronger ties
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jaishankar says Trump victory will disrupt world order, expects trade boost, stronger ties

Firstpost  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and discussed ways to deepen the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership. External affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Thursday that Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential elections will “disrupt the world order”. During the meeting, Jaishankar also conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s greeting to Albanese. Jaishankar …

Trump 2.0: More opportunities, fewer challenges in India-US relations
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump 2.0: More opportunities, fewer challenges in India-US relations

Firstpost  

Donald Trump’s approach may prove as transactional as it is strategic, driven less by overriding ideology and more by mutual benefit Trump 2.0 gives New Delhi and Washington DC a rare chance to recalibrate the highly consequential but deeply distrustful relationship. Unlike his predecessor, who took a hard line on India’s domestic policies, Donald Trump’s approach may prove as transactional …

What a second Modi-Trump era could mean for the future of India-US relations
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What a second Modi-Trump era could mean for the future of India-US relations

Firstpost  

As the Modi-Trump era catalysed a shift towards self-reliance and strategic partnerships, both India and the US strengthened their positions on the global stage Over the past decade, the world witnessed the rise of influential leaders who reshaped the global political and economic landscapes of their nations. With distinct and ambitious agendas, they introduced transformative shifts in economic policies and …

5 points looking back at India-US ties during first Donald Trump Presidency
1 month, 2 weeks ago

5 points looking back at India-US ties during first Donald Trump Presidency

Live Mint  

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Trump presidency 2.0: A sequel likely to outdo his first stint in power
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump presidency 2.0: A sequel likely to outdo his first stint in power

Live Mint  

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Trump's personalised form of diplomacy might work for India: Ex-UN envoy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump's personalised form of diplomacy might work for India: Ex-UN envoy

India Today  

Syed Akbaruddin, India’s former envoy to the UN, said that US President-elect Donald Trump's personalised form of diplomacy could work in India's favour. If this is the personalised form of diplomacy that Trump would engage in, it would work well for India," the former envoy told India Today News Director Rahul Kanwal when he was asked if the incoming US …

What Trump 2.0 means for India and South Asia
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

What Trump 2.0 means for India and South Asia

The Hindu  

Five years after Prime Minister Narendra Modi told a crowd in Houston, Texas, that India had “connected well” with Republican candidate Donald Trump and followed it up with “Abki Baar Trump Sarkar ”, Mr. Trump has gained the votes required to become the U.S.’s 47th President. The first problem is Mr. Trump’s persistent focus on cutting trade tariffs, which saw …

Trump taps into rising support for MAGA
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump taps into rising support for MAGA

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Democrats likely did not see it coming. The American public’s emphatic vote for Donald Trump returning him to the White House as the President of the United States for a second term, will be one that will be studied for years to come, particularly in a society that appeared polarised on divisive issues, in which large number of …

Why India won't think too much about America's next president, and it's not about Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Why India won't think too much about America's next president, and it's not about Trump

Firstpost  

A second Trump presidency could bring both opportunities and challenges for India, but New Delhi’s strategic autonomy ensures it’s prepared to deal with any shifts in US policy while strengthening long-term ties As world leaders poured in their congratulations to Donald Trump on his re-election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a heartfelt message, emphasising the strength of the India-US partnership. …

'Donald Trump Is Highly Unpredictable': Former Diplomats Warn India To 'Wait And Watch'
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Donald Trump Is Highly Unpredictable': Former Diplomats Warn India To 'Wait And Watch'

ABP News  

As Donald Trump registered a historic comeback in the US presidential election, many former Indian diplomats on Wednesday concurred that the India-US ties will "continue to grow" from strength to strength, even as some of them cautioned that Trump is "highly unpredictable" and New Delhi will have to "wait and watch" to see what position he adopts going forward. The …

'Donald Trump is unpredictable': Former diplomat urges India to 'wait and watch'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Donald Trump is unpredictable': Former diplomat urges India to 'wait and watch'

Hindustan Times  

Reacting to the surprise victory of Donald Trump in the US election, a former Indian diplomats said on Wednesday that the India-US ties will continue to grow. Venu Rajamony, who served as India's envoy to the Netherlands from 2017 to 2020, said India must "carefully and consciously" move forward. He said since Trump wants to secure America's interests first, New …

Trump highly unpredictable, New Delhi will have to wait and watch: Ex-Indian diplomats
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump highly unpredictable, New Delhi will have to wait and watch: Ex-Indian diplomats

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, As Donald Trump registered a historic comeback in the US presidential election, many former Indian diplomats on Wednesday concurred that the India-US ties will "continue to grow" from strength to strength, even as some of them cautioned that Trump is "highly unpredictable" and New Delhi will have to "wait and watch" to see what position he adopts going …

Trump 2.0 could create new opportunities for India, say experts; India better positioned than China in US trade
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump 2.0 could create new opportunities for India, say experts; India better positioned than China in US trade

Firstpost  

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How geopolitics is set to change with Trump 2.0
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How geopolitics is set to change with Trump 2.0

Hindustan Times  

Donald Trump’s remarkable election victory in the United States and his imminent return to the White House in January 2025 are monumental developments not only for American domestic politics but also for global power relations. As the world hurtles back into an age of intensifying competition and confrontation among major powers, the policies that Trump 2.0 adopts toward America’s peer …

Trump’s win: India will have to adapt to a shift in how the US engages the world
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s win: India will have to adapt to a shift in how the US engages the world

Live Mint  

In the end it, was not as close as many were anticipating. Donald Trump performed much better than he did in the 2020 election and Kamala Harris could not match Joe Biden’s performance that year, resulting in a second term for Trump in the White House. It was all over when Trump retook the US battleground state of Georgia, which …

India-U.S. relations ought to flourish during Trump 2.0
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India-U.S. relations ought to flourish during Trump 2.0

New Indian Express  

With Donald Trump dramatically surviving two assassination attempts in the run-up to the US presidential election, you had to be naive to believe the surge of sympathy for him could somehow be neutralised by the charisma of his challenger Kamala Harris. Trump has claimed victory and the Republicans seem set to gain control over both the House of Representatives and …

Trump victory may pave way for talks on India-US free trade agreement
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump victory may pave way for talks on India-US free trade agreement

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Donald Trump's re-election as the 47th President of the US has raised expectations about the resumption of some partnerships which were paused during President Joe Biden's term. This includes the possibility of an India-US Free Trade Agreement. "President Trump's comeback to power could lead to India-US FTA negotiations which will provide both sides with greater market access," former …

India-U.S. Relations: What to Expect with the 2024 Presidential Election
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India-U.S. Relations: What to Expect with the 2024 Presidential Election

The Hindu  

The direction of the India-U.S. relationship is expected to be different under a Harris administration compared to a Trump administration due to differing foreign policy agendas. While there could be some differences in approach, experts believe that the ties will remain positive, with India being a key strategic partner for both the Democrats and Republicans.

India's Relations with the US: A Steady Journey Regardless of the Election Outcome
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India's Relations with the US: A Steady Journey Regardless of the Election Outcome

Hindustan Times  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has expressed confidence in the India-US bilateral relations, regardless of the outcome of the upcoming US presidential election. He highlighted the steady progress in their partnership over the past five presidencies and spoke positively about the QUAD grouping, which was revived under the Trump presidency.

Quad's Future Under Scrutiny as US Election Looms
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Quad's Future Under Scrutiny as US Election Looms

New Indian Express  

Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar expresses confidence in the future of India's relationship with the United States, despite the upcoming US election. He highlights the steady progress in the bilateral relationship over the last five presidencies and emphasizes the importance of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue in maintaining a free and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

The Evolution of U.S.-India Relations: From Scepticism to Strategic Alliance
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The Evolution of U.S.-India Relations: From Scepticism to Strategic Alliance

India Today  

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Trump's Focus on India: Trade, Defense, and Geopolitics in the Balance
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump's Focus on India: Trade, Defense, and Geopolitics in the Balance

Hindustan Times  

US presidential election 2024: Donald Trump emphasizes strengthening ties between the US and India. Trump emphasizes economic and trade policies, defence and security cooperation, and immigration policies during his visit to India. He also addresses the issue of exiled Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina seeking refuge in India.

Trump to meet ‘fantastic’ India PM Modi in US
3 months ago

Trump to meet ‘fantastic’ India PM Modi in US

Al Jazeera  

Former United States President Donald Trump will meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the US next week, the Republican presidential nominee has said. Speaking at his first campaign event since a second apparent assassination attempt on Sunday, Trump described Modi as “fantastic” while labelling India a “very big abuser” in trade. Trump and Modi were seen …

US presidential election: Donald Trump, Kamala Harris and stakes for India
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US presidential election: Donald Trump, Kamala Harris and stakes for India

Firstpost  

Whether managing the unpredictability of a second Trump term or navigating the potential shifts in policy under a Harris administration, India’s strategic interests will require careful and astute diplomacy Both Trump and Harris will likely view India as a critical counterweight to China’s regional ambitions. However, the nuances in their approaches could significantly impact the nature of this partnership As …

S Jaishankar on US Elections: ‘We Don't Comment on Other People's Polls, Hope They Don’t Comment On Ours’
4 months, 1 week ago

S Jaishankar on US Elections: ‘We Don't Comment on Other People's Polls, Hope They Don’t Comment On Ours’

News 18  

As the US election gets into the last leg of political rhetoric and slugfest, Indian external minister S Jaishankar chose not to get dragged into it. During an event, he was asked, “What is your take in general on the US elections, and how is India prepared for it?” Jaishankar replied, “You know, we generally don’t comment on other people’s …

Modi vibes well with Trump. But India may not be ready for a second Trump term
5 months ago

Modi vibes well with Trump. But India may not be ready for a second Trump term

Live Mint  

Having survived an assassination attempt, and shown defiance and fighting spirit while under attack, former US president Donald Trump has improved his chances of beating a frail-looking Joe Biden, who struggles to convince American voters that he retains the mental acuity to continue in office for another term. Should Trump emerge as the 47th President of the US, as is …

Many nations now seeking friendship with India: Jaishankar
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Many nations now seeking friendship with India: Jaishankar

The Hindu  

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Sunday said amidst conflict and uncertainty in some nations, many countries are seeking friendship with India. Mr. Jaishankar stressed that despite conflicts elsewhere, India could collaborate with all countries on various fronts to advance its national interests, emphasising the principle of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas". Similarly, India can have friendship with Israel on one …

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