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THE TIMES OF INDIA | Jun 23, 2023, 07:35:26 IST
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PM Modi: No question of discrimination in democracy like India
US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on Wednesday received Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House. The president, the first lady and the prime minister gathered for an intimate dinner and enjoyed a musical tribute to the regions of India, according to the White House. Modi arrived in Washington from New York where he led a historic event at the UN Headquarters earlier in the day to commemorate the 9th International Day of Yoga, attended by UN officials, diplomats and prominent personalities. Stay with TOI for the latest developments
16:34 (IST) Jun 22
Modi US Visit Live: 'US, India to announce partnerships on 5G and other technologies'
On advanced telecommunications, we are working together on 5G and other technologies, including open routing systems. We'll be announcing partnerships on open field trials and rollouts, including scale deployments in both US & India with operators and vendors, markets. This will involve backing from the US International Development Finance, cooperation, and to promote the deployments in India: Senior US Administration officials
16:33 (IST) Jun 22
Modi in US Live: Another semiconductor manufacturing equipment company is going to announce a training programme for 60,000 Indian engineers in the country: Senior US Administration officials
16:32 (IST) Jun 22
PM Modi in US Live: US semiconductor firm announces major investment for assembly and test facility in India
With respect to semiconductors, Micron Technology with support from Indian National Semiconductor mission announced an investment of more than $800 million that together with additional financial support from the Indian authorities up to a $2.75 billion semiconductor assembly and test facility in India: Senior US Administration officials
16:31 (IST) Jun 22
In the space sector, we will be able to announce that India is signing the Artemis Accords, which advance a common vision for space exploration for the benefit of all humankind: Senior US Administration officials
16:08 (IST) Jun 22
PM Modi is getting a state visit with Biden, but the glitz is shadowed by human rights concerns
President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are marking the state visit of the Indian leader on Thursday by launching new partnerships in defense, semiconductor manufacturing and more sectors as the leaders look to strengthen their countries' crucial — albeit complicated — relationship.But as Biden fetes Modi, human rights advocates and some U.S. lawmakers are questioning the Democratic president's decision to offer the high honor to a leader whose nine-year tenure over the world's biggest democracy has been marked by a backslide in political, religious and press freedoms.
15:27 (IST) Jun 22
GE Aerospace announced today that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force, a major milestone amidst Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official state visit to the United States and a key element in strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries: GE Aerospace
15:25 (IST) Jun 22
When Prime Minister Narendra Modigifted a 7.5-carat lab-grown diamond (LGD) to US first lady Jill Biden, it brought a big smile on the faces of lakhs of people in Surat as the gem was grown by a city-based diamond manufacturer. The quality of the LGD gifted to Jill Biden matches the purest form of natural diamond. Notably, it was manufactured using green energy. The move by PM Modi is considered to be a major boost to the LGD industry since the US is the biggest market for the Indian gem and jewellery sector. The gem and jewellery industry is passing through a challenging phase due to drop in demand across the globe.
14:42 (IST) Jun 22
US chip giant Micron will invest $800 million in a chip factory in India, a US official said Thursday during a visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
13:30 (IST) Jun 22
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has gifted US President Joe Biden a special sandalwood box which highlights the value and respect Indian tradition associates with experience, officials said. Prime Minister Modi gave President Biden the unique sandalwood box sourced from Mysore with intricately carved flora and fauna patterns and handcrafted by a master craftsman from Jaipur during an intimate dinner at the White House on Wednesday.
12:35 (IST) Jun 22
To maintain the momentum of growth, a "pipeline of talent" is needed for India and the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at an event here to highlight the two nations' shared priorities around education and workforce. He was participating in the 'Skilling For Future Event' organised by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on Wednesday and his visit to the Virginia-based agency was hosted by First Lady Jill Biden.
11:20 (IST) Jun 22
10:51 (IST) Jun 22
Modi US Visit Live: Vintage camera, antique book galley: US President Joe Biden presents PM Modi with gifts
United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on Wednesday (local time) presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on his first State visit to the country, with an official gift- a handmade, antique American book galley from the early 20th century. According to the White House, the first couple also gifted a vintage American camera, accompanied by an archival facsimile print of George Eastman's Patent of the first Kodak camera, a hardcover book on American wildlife photography, and a signed, first edition copy of 'Collected Poems of Robert Frost'.
10:16 (IST) Jun 22
Modi US Visit Live: PM Modi thanks US President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden for hosting him at White House
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (local time) thanked US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for hosting him at the White House. PM Modi noted that they held "great conversation" on several subjects.
09:42 (IST) Jun 22
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08:50 (IST) Jun 22
Modi in US Live: PM Modi gifts a lab-grown 7.5-carat green diamond to US First Lady Dr Jill Biden.
08:19 (IST) Jun 22
Modi US Visit Live: PM Modi presents special gift to US president Joe Biden
A special sandalwood box handcrafted by a master craftsman from Jaipur, Rajasthan. The sandalwood sourced from Mysore, Karnataka has intricately carved flora and fauna patterns.
08:09 (IST) Jun 22
US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden presented PM Modi with a handmade, antique American book galley from the early 20th Century.
07:54 (IST) Jun 22
Modi US Visit 2023: PM Narendra Modi also gifted a copy of the first edition print of the book, ‘The Ten Principal Upanishads’ published by Faber and Faber Ltd of London and printed at the University Press Glasgow to President Joe Biden.
07:50 (IST) Jun 22
PM Modi US Visit 2023: What PM Modi gifted US President Joe Biden
A special sandalwood box has been handcrafted by a master craftsman from Jaipur, Rajasthan. The sandalwood sourced from Mysore, Karnataka has intricately carved flora and fauna patterns. Sandalwood carving in Rajasthan is an ancient art that has been handed down from generation to generation. The artisan has skillfully embedded a piece of his story and a touch of passion into this work to produce a piece of finest craftsmanship.The box contains the idol of Ganesha, Hindu deity considered as the destroyer of obstacles and the one who is worshipped first among all gods. Every auspicious occasion begins with prayers to Lord Ganesha. The silver idol of Ganesha has been handcrafted by a family of fifth generation silversmiths of Kolkata.
07:36 (IST) Jun 22
I thank US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for hosting me at the White House today, says PM Modi.
07:29 (IST) Jun 22
Modi in US Live: US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden present PM Modi with a handmade, antique American book galley from the early 20th Century. President Biden also gifted PM Modi a vintage American camera, accompanied by an archival facsimile print of George Eastman’s patent of the first Kodak camera, and a hardcover book of American wildlife photography. First Lady Jill Biden gifted the Prime Minister a signed, first edition copy of “Collected Poems of Robert Frost.”
07:19 (IST) Jun 22
PM Modi in US Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanges special gifts with President of the United States Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at The White House, in Washington.
07:04 (IST) Jun 22
Modi US Visit 2023: US President Joe Biden is hosting Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a private dinner at the White House, featuring a few of the President’s favourite foods, including pasta and ice cream. They will be joined by US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and National Security Advisory Ajit Doval: The White House
06:33 (IST) Jun 22
Today, US President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden and PM Modi enjoyed a musical tribute to the regions of India, performed by youth dancers from Studio Dhoom, a DMV-based Indian dance studio that helps connect a new generation to the vibrant culture of Indian dance.
White House
05:56 (IST) Jun 22
PM Modi US Visit 2023: As the official gift, US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will present PM Modi with a handmade, antique American book galley from the early 20th Century. President Biden will also gift PM Modi a vintage American camera, accompanied by an archival facsimile print of George Eastman’s Patent of the first Kodak camera, and a hardcover book of American wildlife photography. Jill Biden will gift PM Modi a signed, first edition copy of 'Collected Poems of Robert Frost': The White House
05:21 (IST) Jun 22
Modi in US: US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi at The White House, in Washington
05:20 (IST) Jun 22
PM Modi in US Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets US President Joe Biden at White House
05:16 (IST) Jun 22
Honoured that First Lady of US joined us in a special event relating to skill development, tweets PM Modi
05:06 (IST) Jun 22
It is time for India to drive incredible growth and we are looking forward to working together with the Prime Minister and the people of India to achieve tremendous success together.
Gary Dickerson, CEO of Applied Materials
04:48 (IST) Jun 22
Times Square flooded with PM Modi's welcome displays for historic State visit to US
Times Square, a major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment hub, and neighbourhood in Midtown Manhattan, New York City is flooded with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's pictures and messages welcoming him to a historic State visit to the US. The US-India Business Council (USIBC) said that the displays for historic state visit require a historic welcome!
04:33 (IST) Jun 22
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Applied Materials president & CEO, Gary E. Dickerson
04:07 (IST) Jun 22
I had an excellent meeting with PM Modi. I am very impressed with the vision PM Modi has for India and the advances that India is making.
Micron Technology CEO, Sanjay Mehrotra
03:44 (IST) Jun 22
Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to promote millets, First Lady of the United States, Jill Biden, has included millet-based dishes in the State Dinner to be held in his honour. First Lady Jill Biden worked with guest Chef Nina Curtis, White House Executive Chef Cris Comerford, and White House Executive Pastry Chef Susie Morrison to develop the menu for the State Dinner.
03:26 (IST) Jun 22
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets H. Lawrence Culp Jr, Chairman and CEO, General Electic and CEO, General Electic Aerospace.
03:15 (IST) Jun 22
“With this state visit, we are bringing together the world’s oldest and largest democracies. After years of strengthening ties, the US-India partnership is now deep and expansive,” says First Lady of the US Jill Biden.
02:56 (IST) Jun 22
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Sanjay Mehrotra, President-CEO of Micron Technology, in Washington
02:40 (IST) Jun 22
At a media preview at the White House, ahead of the State Dinner that will be hosted for PM Narendra Modi, dishes that will be served have been put on display.The menu will include Marinated Millet and Grilled Corn Kernel Salad among other dishes.
02:34 (IST) Jun 22
"PM Modi & First Lady of the US Jill Biden participated in a unique event focused on promoting vocational education and skill development among youth," tweets MEA Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi
02:29 (IST) Jun 22
"After dinner, we will have the opportunity to hear one of our nation's incredible talents - Grammy award winner Joshua Bell. His performance will be followed by Penn Masala - a South Asian acapella group from the University of Pennsylvania who are bringing a little piece of my hometown to the White House along with songs inspired by the sounds of India..," says First Lady of the US, Jill Biden.
02:22 (IST) Jun 22
First Lady Jill Biden hosts a media preview in advance of Thursday’s State Dinner as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official visit to the United States.
02:15 (IST) Jun 22
Tomorrow night, guest will walk across the South Lawn into a pavilion draped in rich greens with saffron-coloured flowers at every table -- the colours of the Indian flag, Jill Biden said.
02:02 (IST) Jun 22
Welcome to the United States Prime Minister Modi. With this official visit, we are bringing together the world's oldest and largest democracies. But our relationship is not just about governments, we are celebrating the families, and the friendship between both countries. The US-India partnership is deep and expansive as we jointly tackle global challenges. Education is an issue that is close to PM Modi's heart and mine.
First Lady of the US, Jill Biden
01:44 (IST) Jun 22
Under Skill India, we have skilled over 50 million people in the field of artificial intelligence, blockchain, drone and others: PM Modi
01:31 (IST) Jun 22
We can think of starting an India-US teachers' exchange programme, says PM Modi
01:28 (IST) Jun 22
To maintain a growth momentum, India and the US need a pipeline of talent. On one hand, the US has top-class educational institutions & advanced technologies. On the other hand, India has the world's biggest youth factory. That is why, I belive that the India-US partnership will prove to be the engine of sustainable and inclusive global growth: PM Modi
01:21 (IST) Jun 22
"If we want our economies to be strong, we have to invest in young people," says First Lady Jill Biden.
01:21 (IST) Jun 22
I am very happy that I got to meet these young and creative people right after visiting Washinton DC. With NSF, India is working on a lot of projects. I want to thank First Lady Jill Biden to plan and organise this event. Your life and your achievements are an inspiration for future generations. Education, skill and innovation are important for a bright future. In India, we have brought the New Education Policy and integrated education and skilling.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
01:17 (IST) Jun 22
We have established around 10,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in schools wherein children are being provided with all kinds of facilities for various types of innovations. To encourage young entrepreneurs, we have started 'Start Up India' mission. Our goal is to make this decade a tech decade - Techade: PM Modi
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