PM Narendra Modi's US trip

Inviting chiefs of top US companies to invest in India, PM Narendra Modi said the country has emerged as a business-friendly destination, particularly with the upcoming implementation of GST, which he termed a gamechanger.

"Interacted with top CEOs. We held extensive discussions on opportunities in India," Modi tweeted after the meeting, which lasted for about 90 minutes and included Tim Cook of Apple, Sunder Pichai of Google, and Jeff Bezos of Amazon.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi caused a stir during an address to Indian-Americans on Sunday by referring to the progress being made by India from ''Kashmir to Kanyakumari, from Attock to Cuttack.''

While the expression ''Kashmir to Kanyakumari'' has been in vogue for several decades, ''Attock to Cuttack,'' used in the pre-Partition days, went out of circulation after Independence when the northwestern city became part of Pakistan. Cuttack is in Odisha, in Eastern India.

Members of Indian diaspora praise PM's speech, say his efforts for India are praiseworthy.

It is now well known in India that if anyone in trouble tweets to Sushma ji, she promptly replies and the government takes prompt action

PM Modi acknowledges the power of social media for 'good governance'. Lauds external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj's social media presence and her speedy help to Indians in distress.

The Indian diaspora has faith that in times of trouble the local embassy is there to help

India's MEA has touched new heights from point of view of humanity. 80,000 Indians in distress rescued from different parts of world in 3 years: PM

It is for everyone to see how MEA has, in addition to their routine work, emerged as a strong humanitarian force for Indians globally: PM Modi

The diaspora has richness of experience and skills; I invite diaspora to make use of the best opportunity to repay debt to your country of birth: PM Modi

Keep the bridge with India. Your younger generations must continue your strong bond with India

Innovation, technology and talent are crucial in this day and age: PM Modi

The world did not and cannot stop us. We have succeeded in conveying to the world the deleterious effects of terrorism on India

India has succeeded in telling the world about the need to uproot the menace of terrorism: PM

The rise in the aspirations of the common man is the driving force behind country's development: PM Modi

Through technology driven governance we are creating an Adhunik Bharat

The youth of India understands technology and the importance of technology very well, says PM Modi in Virginia

India is now aware of the strength of technology and is designing development with help of it: PM Modi

People left their gas subsidies with just one request as they think of their country and countrymen: PM in Virginia

PM Modi says transparency in the govt brings greater trust of the people.

Increased usage of technology brings transparency in systems: PM Modi

The reasons governments have been defeated in India are corruption and cheating. People of India do not like corruption, says PM Modi in address to the Indian diaspora

India is progressing at a record pace today

You want India to scale newer heights: PM Modi

Irrespective of the reasons why you left India, you are still filled with happiness when something good happens over there and still lose sleep over something bad: PM to Indians in America

I have travelled across USA before I became a CM or PM. And after taking over as PM, the warmth the Indian community gave is memorable: PM

Whenever global leaders meet me, they know me through you and the elaborate events you have come up with: PM to Indian Americans in Virginia

I see immense energy in the Indian community that is based in USA

Whenever I meet you, I get the same feeling one gets when reunited with one's family: PM Modi

The event begins with the national anthem and chants of 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' by the audience.

PM Modi arrives.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en"> In a short while from now, will interact with the Indian community. You can watch the programme live on your mobile. <a href="https://t.co/TYuxNNJfIf">https://t.co/TYuxNNJfIf</a></p> &mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/879048989181476864">June 25, 2017</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Very productive, appreciate opportunity to discuss how to strengthen ties between India and US: CEO Lockheed Martin on PM Modi's roundtable

I believe GST is a game changing reform, its not just a tax reform, it's a new way of doing business: Krish Iyer, CEO Walmart India

PM was looking for insights into how India can attract more foreign investment, many good ideas discussed: Sundar Pichai

PM Narendra Modi will address the Indian diaspora shortly.

In his meeting with the top US CEOs, PM Modi emphasised the importance attached by the govt on efficiency, transparency, growth and benefit for all.

Hope Modi ji will be able to share with Trump our beautiful vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and oneness: Sadhvi Bhagwati

Hope both (Modi-Trump) will come up with a solution that will benefit both in working together - Nandini Tandon, Silicon Valley entrepreneur on H1-B visa issue

In his concluding remarks, PM stressed on the importance of cooperation for startups, innovation and tapping huge intellectual, educational & vocational training potential in India

Modi ji's visit here is like a festival. India's future is vibrant under him: Rahul Roy, chief technology officer of ARC Doc Solutions

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en"> &#39;Neighbours Envy, Owners Pride&#39;???? Have a look at 21 Business Leaders at engaging discussion with PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi">@narendramodi</a> ???????????????? <a href="https://t.co/0vnyfn7CvH">pic.twitter.com/0vnyfn7CvH</a></p> &mdash; India in USA (@IndianEmbassyUS) <a href="https://twitter.com/IndianEmbassyUS/status/879018765056442369">June 25, 2017</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en"> For many in DC today-Week Began with <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS">@POTUS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Techweek?src=hash">#Techweek</a> &amp; Week Ends with PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi">@narendramodi</a> !!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RedCarpetWelcome?src=hash">#RedCarpetWelcome</a>???????????????? <a href="https://t.co/mqDoTB9EJt">pic.twitter.com/mqDoTB9EJt</a></p> &mdash; India in USA (@IndianEmbassyUS) <a href="https://twitter.com/IndianEmbassyUS/status/879007595310219264">June 25, 2017</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The implementation of the landmark initiative of GST could be a subject of study in US business schools

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en"> PM at US CEOs Roundtable: The whole world is looking at India. 7,000 reforms alone by GOI for ease of biz n minimum govt, max governance. <a href="https://t.co/zPDthNFKxB">pic.twitter.com/zPDthNFKxB</a></p> &mdash; Gopal Baglay (@MEAIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/MEAIndia/status/879005635198672897">June 25, 2017</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar has expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would address issues pertaining to IT and other industries in a positive manner during his current US visit.

"I have no doubt that our Prime Minister is aware of all issues and I am sure he will raise them with President (Donald) Trump and by all accounts I think they will get along very well," she told reporters in Bengaluru. India was a very important strategic partner of the US, she said last night on the sidelines of the Annual General Meeting of Infosys, of which she is a Director.

There has been an unprecedented increase in India-US defence cooperation in terms of the upcoming deal of Guardian drones

India is a fast-growing economy and therefore it is essential to bring rules & regulations related to cyber crime to secure our investments in India

A host of strategic issues are expected to be discussed during the parleys between the leaders of the world's two largest democracies, including the progress on the 2008 civil nuclear deal, according to official sources here. They said a financial turmoil in Westinghouse and absence of a functional reference atomic plant were the main impediments behind the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited's (NPCIL) unwillingness to sign the agreement with the American nuclear giant.

The lawmakers, from the Republican and Democratic parties, said in a letter to Trump that high-level engagement with India had failed to eliminate major trade and investment barriers and had not deterred India from imposing new ones. "Many sectors of the Indian economy remain highly and unjustifiably protected, and India continues to be a difficult place for American companies to do business," they wrote, noting that a 2017 World Bank report ranked India 130th out of 190 countries for ease of doing business.

#RedCarpetWelcome????????PM @narendramodi being received on arrival by Amb @NavtejSarna pic.twitter.com/UPFeCqK2Gs

& mdash; India in USA (@IndianEmbassyUS) June 25, 2017