Prime Minister Narendra Modi at “Modi&US” event in New York on Sunday.
Narendra Modi US visit highlights: Prime minister Narendra Modi has arrived in New York to attend the Summit of the Future at the UN after wrapping up day one of his US visit with the Quad leaders summit. Modi will also address a large community event in Long Island on Sunday and will speak at the UN’s Summit of the Future on September 23 before returning to India. His address to the Indian diaspora will take place at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in New York.…Read More
PM Modi as well as Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, Australian PM Anthony Albanese have pledged to collaborate with US president Joe Biden to initiate training for doctors in Indo-Pacific regions to screen for cervical cancer, at the Quad leaders summit.
PM Modi was attending a Cancer Moonshot event in Wilmington, Delaware, where President Joe Biden emphasised the need for screening and vaccination of cervical cancer that claims lives of 1,50,000 women in the Indo-Pacific region.
In his jam-packed three day visit as a part of the Quad leader’s summit, PM Modi conducted bilateral meetings with President Joe Biden and PM Kishida respectively, for whom this is the last summit as leaders of their countries.
During the summit, PM Modi said that the Quad is not against anyone, but for a rules-based international order and respect for sovereignty.
“Our message is clear – Quad is here to stay, to assist, to partner and to complement,” he said in his opening remarks at the summit. He also expressed the desire to host the next summit in India.
The Quad summit- which is the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue – also featured discussions about the countering China and the activities being conducted in the South China sea.
The group of leaders also issued a joint statement, called the Wilmington Declaration which said, “Anchored by shared values, we seek to uphold the international order based on the rule of law. Together we represent nearly two billion people and over one-third of global gross domestic product. We reaffirm our steadfast commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific that is inclusive and resilient.”
After the Quad summit, PM Modi presented President Joe Biden with a silver-antique train model and gave a pashmina shawl to First Lady Jill Biden.
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Sep 22, 2024 10:59 PM IST
Narendra Modi US visit live updates: ‘Day of made-in-India chips in America not so far,’ says PM in New York
Narendra Modi US visit live updates: PM Narendra Modi says, “That day is not far when you will see the made-in-India chip in America. This small chip will take India’s flight of Viksit Bharat to a newer height. ‘Ye Modi ki guarantee hai’.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:50 PM IST
Narendra Modi US visit live updates: ‘India’s 5G market is bigger than that of America,’ says PM in New York
Narendra Modi US visit live updates: PM Narendra Modi addressing Indian diaspora in New York says, “Today, India’s 5G market is bigger than America. It has happened within two years. Now, India is working on made-in-India 6G.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:48 PM IST
Narendra Modi US visit live updates: ‘We are also focused on women-led development,’ says PM in New York
Narendra Modi live updates: Addressing the Indian diaspora in New York, PM Modi stated, “…In addition to women’s welfare, we are committed to women-led development. The government has built many homes registered in women’s names. Over the past decade, 10 crore women have joined the micro-entrepreneurship scheme. In agriculture, we are leveraging technology, using drones for farming, and what’s remarkable is that rural women in India are at the forefront of this effort. We are training thousands of women to become drone pilots. This technological revolution is being driven by women from villages, and we are now focusing on areas that have been previously neglected.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:42 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘India is now land of opportunities,’ PM tells Indian diaspora in New York
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Narendra Modi says, “India is now the land of opportunities. It doesn’t wait for opportunities anymore, it creates opportunities. In the last 10 years, India has created launching pads of opportunities in every sector.”
He added, “Bharat is brimming with energy and dreams. We witness new achievements every day. Today, both the men’s and women’s teams from India have won gold medals at the Chess Olympiad.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:39 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘Couldn’t fight for swaraj, so I dedicate my life to suraaj,’ says PM
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Narendra Modi says, “I am the first such Prime Minister of India who was born after Independence. Crores of Indians dedicated their life to the Independence movement… We couldn’t die for India, but, we can live for the country… From the very first day, my heart and mission have been very clear. I couldn’t give my life for ‘Swaraj’ (self-rule), but I decided that I would dedicate my life to ‘Suraaj’ (good governance) and ‘Samruddh Bharat’ (prosperous India).”
Sep 22, 2024 10:35 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘Destiny led me to politics,’ says PM at Indian diaspora event in New York
Narendra Modi live updates: In New York, PM Modi says, “…There was a time when I had selected a different path for myself, but destiny led me to politics. I never anticipated becoming a chief minister, yet I ended up serving as the longest-serving CM of Gujarat. Later, the people elevated me to the position of prime minister…”
Sep 22, 2024 10:33 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi at Indian diaspora event in New York discusses ‘Pushp’. What is it?
Narendra Modi live updates: In New York, PM Modi stated, “You may remember this word ‘Pushp,’ which means flower. I define it as ‘P’ for progressive Bharat, ‘U’ for unstoppable Bharat, ‘S’ for spiritual Bharat, ‘H’ for humanity first, which India has dedicated itself to, and ‘P’ for prosperous India… All five petals of ‘Pushp’ or the flower will contribute to making Viksit Bharat…”
Sep 22, 2024 10:30 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘2024 is crucial for entire world,’ says PM in New York
Narendra Modi live updates: In New York, PM Modi says, “The year 2024 is vital for the entire world. On one side, we see conflict and tension among some nations, while others celebrate democracy. India and America unite in this celebration of democracy. Elections are upcoming in America, while India has just completed its elections. These elections in India were the largest in human history! In India, twice the population of the United States cast their votes.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:25 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘Honour for 140 crore Indians,’ says PM on Biden’s invitation to his home
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Narendra Modi in New York says, “Wherever I travel, every leader praises the Indian diaspora. Yesterday, President Biden welcomed me into his home in Delaware, and his warmth was truly touching. This honor belongs to 140 crore Indians and to all the Indians living here. I am thankful to President Biden and to all of you. The year 2024 is significant for the world. While some countries face conflict and struggle, many others celebrate democracy. India and America stand together in this celebration of democracy.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:20 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘India & America together in festival of democracy,’ says PM in New York
Narendra Modi live updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Indian diaspora event in New York says, “India and America are together in festival of democracy.”
“You all have come here from faraway places; some of you are old faces, while some are new ones, and I am thankful to the love I am receiving here. This reminds me of those days when I was not even a politician and I came here to visit this place,” he added.
Sep 22, 2024 10:17 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘Indians thrive in unity despite diverse faiths,’ says PM in US
Narendra Modi live updates: Speaking to the Indian diaspora at Nassau Coliseum in New York, PM Modi stated, “…We come from a country rich in languages and dialogues, home to all the world’s faiths and religions, yet we are progressing together in unity.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:11 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘Your skill, talent, and commitment have no competition,’ says PM in address to Indian diaspora in US
Narendra Modi live updates: In his address to the Indian diaspora in the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “You have built a bridge between India and America. Your skills, talent, and dedication are unmatched. Even though you may be separated by seven seas, no distance is great enough to keep you away from India. What Ma Bharati has taught us is unforgettable. No matter where we go, we embrace everyone as family. Understanding and living in diversity is in our blood.”
Sep 22, 2024 10:08 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: India’s ‘Namaste’ has now become multinational, PM says
Narendra Modi live updates: “Ab apna Namaste bhi multinational ho gya hai, local se global ho gaya,‘ PM Modi tells diaspora members at community event.
Sep 22, 2024 10:05 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM thanks Indian diaspora for their love
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘Your love is my good fortune’, PM Modi tells Indian diaspora in New York.
Sep 22, 2024 9:59 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora at the ‘Modi & US’ programme.
Sep 22, 2024 9:50 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Singer Aditya Gadhavi performs at Nassau Coliseum
Narendra Modi live updates: Singer Aditya Gadhvi performs in Nassau Coliseum ahead of PM Modi’s speech.
Sep 22, 2024 9:32 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi arrives for community event
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Narendra Modi arrives in Nassau Coliseum in New York, Long Island to address the Indian diaspora.
Sep 22, 2024 8:49 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM thanks Joe Biden for ensuring return of nearly 300 antiquities to India
Narendra Modi live updates: “Deepening cultural connect and strengthening the fight against illicit trafficking of cultural properties. I am extremely grateful to President Biden and the US Government for ensuring the return of 297 invaluable antiquities to India,” tweets PM Narendra Modi. Dig deeper
Sep 22, 2024 7:49 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Preparations for PM’s event in final stages
Narendra Modi live updates: Artists rehearse as preparations are in the final stage for the PM’s ‘Modi & US’ event where he will be addressing the Indian diaspora at around 9:00 PM, India time.
Sep 22, 2024 7:14 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: India-US sign ‘pathbreaking’ agreement. What is it?
Narendra Modi live updates: In a pathbreaking agreement with the US, India is all set to get its first national security semiconductor fabrication plant that will supply chips to the US armed forces, its allied militaries, and Indian defence forces. The lab will be set up in India in 2025 and will be called ‘Shakti.’ Dig deeper
Sep 22, 2024 6:53 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Nassau Colesium all set to welcome PM Modi
Narendra Modi live updates: Visuals from inside the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum)where PM Modi will address a community event in Long Island, New York.
Sep 22, 2024 6:15 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘Yakshagana’ performed for PM Modi
Narendra Modi live updates: Artists performing ‘Yakshagana’, a form of traditional folk dance popular in coastal Karnataka and parts of Kerala, at Nassau Coliseum in New York, Long Island, for an Indian community event to be addressed by PM Modi around noon local time today.
Sep 22, 2024 5:59 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: ‘PM’s work for disadvantaged communities has impressed me,’ diaspora member says
Narendra Modi live updates: Ahead of PM’s Long Island programme, a member of the Indian diaspora says, “I am impressed by his work for the disadvantaged communities of the remote villages where he provides all the basic needs, education and financial help.
Sep 22, 2024 5:00 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Members of Indian diaspora begin arriving for his programme at Long Island
Narendra Modi live updates: Members of the Indian diaspora begin arriving at Nassau Coliseum ahead of PM Modi’s Indian community event.
Sep 22, 2024 3:53 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM hails ‘strong’ India-Japan ties
Narendra Modi live updates: “Had a very good meeting with PM Kishida. Discussed cooperation in infrastructure, semiconductors, defence, green energy and more. Strong India-Japan ties are great for global prosperity,” tweets PM Modi.
Sep 22, 2024 3:27 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Australian premier Albanese on talks with PM Modi
Narendra Modi live updates: “Great to talk with Prime Minister @narendramodi today at the Quad Leaders Summit about ways to strengthen our partnership,” tweets Australian PM Anthony Albanese.
Sep 22, 2024 2:33 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM’s first visit to US in third term
Narendra Modi live updates: This is prime minister Modi’s first visit to the United States since winning a re-election earlier this year. While the PM is now in his third consecutive term, this is not his first overseas visit in the current stint.
Sep 22, 2024 1:45 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Biden commends PM for his message of peace and support of Ukraine
Narendra Modi live updates: After the Quad summit, President Joe Biden has commended PM Modi for his message of peace and support of Ukraine.
In an official fact-sheet on their meeting it stated that President Biden was impressed by PM Modi for his historic visits to Poland and Ukraine, the first by an Indian prime minister in decades.
Biden also applauded Modi for his message of peace and support for Ukraine.
Sep 22, 2024 12:17 PM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM announced 5 lakh dollar scholarship for Indo-Pacific students at Quad summit
Narendra Modi live updates: The prime minister announced a 5 lakh scholarship for Indo-Pacific students at the Quad leaders summit on Saturday.
This initiative will enable 50 recipients to pursue a four-year undergraduate engineering programme at a Government of India-funded technical institution.
Sep 22, 2024 11:28 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM to attend community event in Long Island
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi will attend an Indian community event at Long Island on September 22.
Wrapping up day one of his US visit in Delaware, the PM has reached New York to interact with the Indian diaspora, conduct key bilateral meetings and address the UN Summit of the Future
Sep 22, 2024 10:28 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM gifts antique silver train model to President Biden and pashmina shawl to First Lady
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi gifted an antique silver hand-engraved train model to President Biden and a pashmina shawl to First Lady Jill Biden, after the Quad leaders summit, where the two leaders discussed the deep ties between the two countries.
Sep 22, 2024 10:25 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: India’s Foreign Secretary says other QUAD members acknowledge India’s actions
Narendra Modi live updates: “In the plurilateral meetings today, PM Modi underlined India’s approach to cooperation, contact and engagement for growth with a variety of partners in the Indo-Pacific. It was striking to hear the other Quad leaders acknowledge India’s actions,” said Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri during a press briefing.
Sep 22, 2024 10:18 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Eager to be among diaspora community, says PM Modi in New York
“Eager to be among the diaspora at the community programme in the city and to take part in other programmes,” PM Modi wrote in a post on X.
Sep 22, 2024 10:05 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Quad joint statement calls for two-state solution to Israel-Palestine conflict
Narendra Modi live updates: In a joint statement released by leaders of Quad countries, the countries urged a two-state solution to be formulated to end the Israel-Palestine conflict.
They demanded an end to the “humanitarian crisis” through a ceasefire deal, starting with the return of all hostages.
“We urge all parties to comply with international law, including international humanitarian law, as applicable,” the joint statement read.
Sep 22, 2024 9:38 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM arrives in New York to attend UN Summit of the Future
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi has arrived in New York to attend the Summit of the Future at the UN general assembly.
In a post on X, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “PM Narendra Modi arrives in New York, the second leg of his 3 day visit to the USA. PM will address the UN Summit of the Future, interact with the community and attend other programs.”
Sep 22, 2024 9:13 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Quad leaders express concern over ‘raging war’ in Ukraine
Narendra Modi live updates: Leaders at the Quad summit, including PM Modi expressed deep concern over the “raging war” in Ukraine
They also stated the importance of adhering to international law and respect for principles of the UN Charter, including territorial integrity, sovereignty of all states, and peaceful resolution of disputes.
Sep 22, 2024 8:46 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM thanks President Biden for returning 297 antiquities back to India
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi in a post on X thanked President Biden for returning 297 antiquities back to India.
In his post he said, “Deepening cultural connect and strengthening the fight against illicit trafficking of cultural properties. I am extremely grateful to President Biden and the US Government for ensuring the return of 297 invaluable antiquities to India.”
Sep 22, 2024 8:38 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Joint statement calls India-US relations the ‘defining partnership of the 21st century’
Narendra Modi live updates: A joint statement released by PM Modi and President Biden has calls India-US relations the ‘defining partnership of the 21st century’, after talks between the two leaders continued for an hour during the Quad leaders summit.
In a post on X, Biden added that, “The United States’ partnership with India is stronger, closer, and more dynamic than any time in history. Prime Minister Modi, each time we sit down, I’m struck by our ability to find new areas of cooperation. Today was no different.”
Sep 22, 2024 8:18 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Quad declaration promises collaboration on technology, marine operations
Narendra Modi live updates: The Quad leader’s summit in a joint statement vowed to expand marine security cooperation and work towards providing technology solutions to issues in the Indo-Pacific region.
The meeting was attended by PM Modi, Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, Australian PM Anthony Albanese and President Joe Biden, with their focus being on ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
PM Modi held bilateral talks with the leaders of all three countries.
Sep 22, 2024 7:52 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM leaves for New York, to address UN ‘Summit of the Future’
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi live has left from Philadelphia to New York, where he will address the UN Summit of the Future on Sunday.
The prime minister will also hold key bilateral meetings while in New York.
Sep 22, 2024 7:36 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Biden caught on hot mic saying ‘China is testing us’
Narendra Modi live updates: President Joe Biden was caught on a hot mic discussing aggressive behaviour by China with PM Modi, the Australian and Japanese PM during the quad leader’s meet.
After his opening remarks, Biden was heard saying that President Xi Jinping was “looking to buy himself some diplomatic space, in my view, to aggressively pursue China’s interest.”
The quad leader’s summit has condemned actions by China and sought methods to counter them as a part of their agenda.
Sep 22, 2024 7:28 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Modi discusses ‘strong India-Japan ties’ with PM Kishida
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi, on Saturday met Japanese PM Kishida and discussed ways to deepen the ties between the two countries, during the Quad leaders summit.
PM Modi posted on X after the meeting, saying, “Had a very good meeting with PM Kishida. Discussed cooperation in infrastructure, semiconductors, defence, green energy and more. Strong India-Japan ties are great for global prosperity.”
Sep 22, 2024 7:25 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Australian PM
Narendra Modi live updates: The prime minister met with Australian PM Anthony Albanese during the Quad leaders summit and re-affirmed a commitment to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
In a post on X, the ministry of external affairs said, “PM Narendra Modi met PM Anthony Albanese of Australia today in Wilmington, Delaware. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership for mutual benefit as well as for the peace, stability, and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region.”
Sep 22, 2024 7:05 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: Quad leaders release joint declaration, vow to make UN security council inclusive
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi and other leaders at the Quad summit released the Wilmington declaration, in which they vowed to make the UN security council more representative with the inclusion of countries from Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean.
The Quad leaders also emphasised in their joint statement, their commitment to international cooperation and responding to threats posed by terrorism and violent extremism.
Sep 22, 2024 6:33 AM IST
Narendra Modi live updates: PM joins initiative with other Quad leaders to fight cervical cancer in Indo-Pacific region
Narendra Modi live updates: PM Modi as well as Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, Australian PM Anthony Albanese joined an initiative led by US president Joe Biden to train doctors in Indo-Pacific regions to screen for cervical cancer.
During the Quad leaders summit, PM Modi attended a Cancer Moonshot event in Wilmington, Delaware, where President Joe Biden emphasised the need for screening and vaccination of cervical cancer that claims lives of 1,50,000 women in the Indo-Pacific region.