PM Modi, Biden 'Shared Concerns' Over Bangladesh Situation In Phone Call Last Week: White House
3 months, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi, Biden 'Shared Concerns' Over Bangladesh Situation In Phone Call Last Week: White House

News 18  

US President Joe Biden expressed his concerns about the safety of people in Bangladesh and the future of democratic institutions in the country during his call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi last week, the White House said. White House national security communications adviser John Kirby told a press conference on Wednesday that during the call, Biden and Modi “shared concerns” about the recent developments in Bangladesh. The External Affairs Ministry also noted last week that US President Biden and PM Modi Modi ‘very much discussed substantially’ the situation in Bangladesh when both leaders spoke over a phone call earlier this week. On the other hand, the White House readout of the conversation between the two leaders had no reference to Bangladesh, saying the two leaders discussed PM Modi’s recent trip to Poland and Ukraine.

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Biden watching situation in Bangladesh 'very closely', will hold Yunus govt accountable for...: White House
1 week, 4 days ago

Biden watching situation in Bangladesh 'very closely', will hold Yunus govt accountable for...: White House

India TV News  

Washington: US President Joe Biden is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh and the US will hold the country's interim government accountable for ensuring the protection of religious and ethnic minorities, the White House has said. The security situation in Bangladesh has been difficult following the ouster of the former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, White House National Security Communications Advisor …

PM Modi is likely to find comfort in Trump's return and shared worldview. Here's why
1 month, 1 week ago

PM Modi is likely to find comfort in Trump's return and shared worldview. Here's why

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Donald Trump's return to the White House has made many countries anxious and recalculating where they stand with the US, but India appears to be welcoming the change that may embolden nationalist leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A second Trump presidency is likely to play out in New Delhi's favour, experts say, especially as Modi seeks to …

The Hindu Morning Digest, November 10, 2024
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The Hindu Morning Digest, November 10, 2024

The Hindu  

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Biden-Modi Call: Focus on Ukraine, Bangladesh, and Quad
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Biden-Modi Call: Focus on Ukraine, Bangladesh, and Quad

Deccan Chronicle  

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Muhammad Yunus Calls PM Modi: Assures Safety for Hindus in Bangladesh
4 months, 1 week ago

Muhammad Yunus Calls PM Modi: Assures Safety for Hindus in Bangladesh

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday spoke with the Chief Adviser of the new interim government of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus, and reiterated his call for safety and security of the “Hindus and all other minority communities” in Bangladesh. He assured protection, safety and security of Hindus and all… — Narendra Modi August 16, 2024 The telephone call took place a …

Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus dials PM Modi, assures protection of Hindus, all minorities
4 months, 1 week ago

Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus dials PM Modi, assures protection of Hindus, all minorities

Hindustan Times  

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U.S. in touch with India on Bangladesh: State Dept official

The Hindu  

The United States is in touch with India and other countries in the region regarding the situation in Bangladesh and is seeking an end to the violence there, a State Department official has said here. "I'm not going to get into private diplomatic discussions but we continue to push for an end to violence in Bangladesh, accountability and for the …

Vantage | Why US shouldn't be lecturing Bangladesh on elections
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Vantage | Why US shouldn't be lecturing Bangladesh on elections

Firstpost  

Given Bangladesh’s growing importance on the global stage, US must tread carefully to avoid further antagonising Dhaka and to maintain stability in the region The longstanding tension between Bangladesh and the US has recently escalated capturing the attention of the international community. Protests and political standoff This weekend Bangladesh witnessed major protests as opposition parties took to the streets demanding …

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Associated Press  

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Deccan Chronicle  

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'If I had a conversation with PM Modi...': Obama, hours before Modi-Biden statement

India Today  

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News 18  

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Barack Obama talks of ‘Muslim minorities in India' as PM Modi meets Joe Biden. Congress reacts

Hindustan Times  

The Congress on Thursday took potshots at Prime Minister Narendra Modi after former US president Barack Obama, in an interview, spoke about the protection of the rights of ethnic minorities in India. Obama said that if a US president meets with Modi, the “protection of the Muslim minority in a majority-Hindu India” is worth mentioning. At least that’s what the …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: The moment PM Modi arrived at White House on first State visit to US

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome as he arrived to meet US president Joe Biden at the White House in Washington United States, on Thursday. The crowd, including members of the Indian diaspora, who were gathered on the South Lawns of the White House, cheered enthusiastically to welcome PM Modi with chants of ‘Modi’, ‘Modi’ and 'Bharat Mata …

PM Modi’s U.S. visit Day 3 updates | Biden, Modi address guests, raise ‘no alcohol’ toast at White House state dinner
1 year, 6 months ago

PM Modi’s U.S. visit Day 3 updates | Biden, Modi address guests, raise ‘no alcohol’ toast at White House state dinner

The Hindu  

In his address to the Joint Meeting of the U.S. Congress, Prime Minister on Thursday sought action against state sponsors of terrorism, in a veiled attack on Pakistan. We must overcome all such forces sponsoring and exporting terror,” PM Modi said in his 60-minute address in English. Earlier on Thursday, India and the U.S. announced a number of agreements on …

PM Modi, President Biden to have one-on-one meeting before high-level talks: White House
1 year, 6 months ago

PM Modi, President Biden to have one-on-one meeting before high-level talks: White House

Firstpost  

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PM Modi, President Biden to take questions at US press conference, White House says 'big deal'
1 year, 6 months ago

PM Modi, President Biden to take questions at US press conference, White House says 'big deal'

Firstpost  

“We are just grateful that Prime Minister Modi is participating in a press event at the end of the visit. We think that’s important and we’re glad he thinks that’s important too,” said John Kirby, national security spokesperson, White House Terming it a “big deal”, the White House on Wednesday confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe …

Biden welcomes Modi to White House in closely watched visit
1 year, 6 months ago

Biden welcomes Modi to White House in closely watched visit

Al Jazeera  

The two leaders say their partnership would define the next century as the US eyes counterweight to China amid rights concerns in India. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden have faced direct questions at the White House over alleged human rights abuses committed under Modi’s leadership, as the leaders hail the need for an enduring partnership …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Raise ‘these facts’ with PM Modi: Bernie Sanders to US President Joe Biden

Hindustan Times  

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders on Wednesday criticised the Narendra Modi government for allegedly cracking down on the press and civil society, and pushing “an aggressive Hindu nationalism”. He also said US President Joe Biden should raise the issues in his meeting with PM Modi, who landed in Washington DC on Wednesday as part of a three-day State visit to the …

India’s Modi to visit White House in June as Biden seeks stronger ties amid competition with China
1 year, 7 months ago

India’s Modi to visit White House in June as Biden seeks stronger ties amid competition with China

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will host Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House next month, courting an Indo-Pacific leader with whom he has sought stronger ties as the United States looks to blunt China’s growing assertiveness in the region. Modi’s visit June 22 “will affirm the deep and close partnership between the United States and India and …

Biden to host India’s Modi at White House next month
1 year, 7 months ago

Biden to host India’s Modi at White House next month

Al Jazeera  

Narendra Modi’s visit to Washington seeks to ‘affirm the deep and close partnership’ between the US and India, White House says. US President Joe Biden will host Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Washington, DC next month, the White House has announced, in a trip the Biden administration said aims to “affirm the deep and close partnership” between the two …

PM Modi, Biden discuss Russia-Ukraine war amid disquiet in US over India's neutral stance | Key points
2 years, 8 months ago

PM Modi, Biden discuss Russia-Ukraine war amid disquiet in US over India's neutral stance | Key points

India TV News  

Highlights Biden said India, US will continue consultations to cope with "destabilising" effects of Russian war PM Modi referred to Biden's slogan at the very beginning that 'democracies can deliver' India is not violating any sanctions by importing oil from Russia, the United States said US President Joe Biden on Monday said the US and India will continue consultations to …

PM Modi congratulates Pakistan’s new PM Shehbaz Sharif
2 years, 8 months ago

PM Modi congratulates Pakistan’s new PM Shehbaz Sharif

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Pakistan’s new PM Shehbaz Sharif on Monday, with a message of peace in a region “free of terror”. In a speech to the National Assembly a few hours earlier, Mr. Sharif had said that Pakistan desires good ties with India, which is “not possible without the resolution of the Kashmir dispute”. In an hour-long speech …

PM Modi to hold virtual talks with US President Biden tomorrow: MEA
2 years, 8 months ago

PM Modi to hold virtual talks with US President Biden tomorrow: MEA

India Today  

The Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold virtual talks with US President Joe Biden on Monday. The statement issued on Sunday mentioned that the two leaders will review ongoing bilateral cooperation and exchange views on recent developments in South Asia, the Indo-Pacific region and global issues of mutual interest. The Leaders’ …

What US President Joe Biden told PM Modi about 'Indian press'
3 years, 3 months ago

What US President Joe Biden told PM Modi about 'Indian press'

India TV News  

US President Joe Biden on Friday shared a couple of banters with Prime Minister Narendra Modi when they met at the White House for their first in-person bilateral meeting and said that the Indian press is "much better behaved" than the American press. Prime Minister Modi, who is visiting the US for the 7th time after assuming office in 2014, …

COVID-19, climate change, economic cooperation and Afghanistan on agenda of Modi-Biden talks: White House
3 years, 3 months ago

COVID-19, climate change, economic cooperation and Afghanistan on agenda of Modi-Biden talks: White House

India TV News  

US President Joe Biden is looking forward to his first bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday during which they are expected to discuss a wide range of priority issues, including combating COVID-19 and climate change, economic cooperation as well as Afghanistan, according to a senior administration official. “President Biden is looking forward to his bilateral meeting with …

PM Modi in U.S. updates | September 24, 2021
3 years, 3 months ago

PM Modi in U.S. updates | September 24, 2021

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington on September 22 on an official visit to the U.S. during which he held the first face-to-face meeting with President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris. We can take positive action.” — Sriram Lakshman from Washinton D.C. 8.50 pm Modi meets Biden in White House Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Joe Biden …

'PM Modi's visit critical to strengthening India-US relationship'
3 years, 3 months ago

'PM Modi's visit critical to strengthening India-US relationship'

India TV News  

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Modi-Biden bilateral meet will strengthen India-US relations, boost Quad, says White House official
3 years, 3 months ago

Modi-Biden bilateral meet will strengthen India-US relations, boost Quad, says White House official

India Today  

The maiden bilateral meet between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden on September 24 will allow taking the relationship between the two countries from strength to strength while helping in reinforcing and giving momentum to the Quad grouping, a White House official has said. Later on that day, Biden will host the first-ever in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit …

US took note of China’s warning to Bangladesh against Quad: Official
3 years, 7 months ago

US took note of China’s warning to Bangladesh against Quad: Official

Hindustan Times  

The US has taken note of a Chinese diplomat’s statement warning Bangladesh against joining the Quad, the informal grouping of Australia, India, Japan and America to coordinate in the Indo-Pacific region, a top State Department official has said. “What we would say is that we respect Bangladesh's sovereignty and we respect Bangladesh's right to make foreign policy decisions for itself,” …

PM Modi-President Biden Call: What transpired and why India needs to wait and watch
3 years, 10 months ago

PM Modi-President Biden Call: What transpired and why India needs to wait and watch

Op India  

On the 8th of February 2021, Prime Minister spoke to President Joe Biden for the first time since he got elected to office. In a telephone call between new Secretary of State Antony Blinken and the top Chinese foreign policy official Yang Jiechi, who is a member of the Communist Party of China’s Politburo and Director of the Central Foreign …

PM Modi, US President-elect Joe Biden discuss Indo-Pacific, climate change in first phone call
4 years, 1 month ago

PM Modi, US President-elect Joe Biden discuss Indo-Pacific, climate change in first phone call

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday had a telephonic conversation with US President-elect Joe Biden. The president-elect thanked the prime minister for his congratulations and expressed his desire to strengthen and expand the US-India strategic partnership alongside the first vice president of South Asian descent.” “The president-elect noted that he looks forward to working closely with the prime minister on …

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