US would help India if attacked: Trump

IANS | June 17, 2026 10:10 PM

Evian (France), June 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday declared that the United States would help India if it came under attack, praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as one of the "world's toughest negotiators", and said the two countries were "very close" to reaching a trade agreement, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between Washington and New Delhi.

Trump backs opportunities for skilled Indians in US

IANS | June 17, 2026 9:00 PM

Evian (France), June 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday voiced support for opportunities for highly skilled Indian professionals in the United States, describing Indians as "very talented people" and highlighting the long-standing employment links between the two countries.

Trump sees bigger global role for India

IANS | June 17, 2026 8:54 PM

Evian (France), June 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that India plays a major role in global affairs and suggested that New Delhi's influence would continue to grow under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

Trump says US-India ties 'cannot be closer'

IANS | June 17, 2026 8:45 PM

Evian (France), June 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday described the "United States-India relations as stronger than ever", and said a trade agreement with New Delhi was "very close", as well as declared that the United States would help India if it came under attack, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two countries.

Trump praises PM Modi, calls him one of the 'toughest negotiators'

IANS | June 17, 2026 8:36 PM

Evian (France), June 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday lavished praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as "one of the world's toughest negotiators" and saying "India would continue to play a major role on the global stage under his leadership".