Washington:

Prime Minister Narendra India and President Donald Trump on Thursday (US time zone) held a bilateral meeting and vowed to advance India-US defence ties. Addressing a joint press conference after their meeting – the first one since his inauguration on January 20 – Trump said he was ready to sell one of the top US military prizes — F-35s – to India.

“Starting this year, we’ll be increasing military sales to India by many billions of dollars,” Trump said.

PM Modi said the US has an “important role” in India’s defence preparedness.

An excellent meeting with @POTUS @realDonaldTrump at the White House. Our talks will add significant momentum to the India-USA friendship! pic.twitter.com/lS7o4768yi

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2025

“As strategic and trusted partners, we are actively moving in the direction of joint development, joint production and transfer of technology. In the coming time, new technology and equipment will increase our capability,” he said.

What PM Modi, Trump Discussed On Defence Ties

After a nearly four-hour meeting at the White House, PM Narendra Modi and Donald Trump announced plans to sign a new ten-year Framework for the US-India Major Defence Partnership in the 21st Century.

The two leaders also launched a new initiative – the “US-India COMPACT (Catalyzing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology) for the 21st Century”.

According to the joint statement released by the two countries, they also spoke about the integration of US-origin defence items into India’s inventory to date, including C-130J Super Hercules, C-17 Globemaster III, P-8I Poseidon aircraft; CH-47F Chinooks, MH-60R Seahawks, and AH-64E Apaches; Harpoon anti-ship missiles; M777 howitzers; and MQ-9Bs.

The US announced a review of its policy on releasing fifth-generation fighters and undersea systems to India.

PM Modi and Trump announced plans to pursue this year new procurements and co-production arrangements for “Javelin” Anti-Tank Guided Missiles and “Stryker” Infantry Combat Vehicles in India.

President Trump often talks about MAGA.

In India, we are working towards a Viksit Bharat, which in American context translates into MIGA.

And together, the India-USA have a MEGA partnership for prosperity!@POTUS @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/i7WzVrxKtv

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2025

The procurement of six more P-8I Maritime Patrol aircraft featured in their discussions.

India and the US will review their respective arms transfer regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), to streamline defence trade, technology exchange and maintenance, spare supplies and in-country repair and overhaul of US-provided defence systems.

They also called for opening negotiations this year for a Reciprocal Defence Procurement (RDP) agreement to better align their procurement systems and enable the reciprocal supply of defence goods and services.

PM Modi and the US President also announced a new initiative – the Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA) – to scale industry partnerships and production in the Indo-Pacific.

Washington:

Prime Minister Narendra India and President Donald Trump on Thursday (US time zone) held a bilateral meeting and vowed to advance India-US defence ties. Addressing a joint press conference after their meeting – the first one since his inauguration on January 20 – Trump said he was ready to sell one of the top US military prizes — F-35s – to India.

“Starting this year, we’ll be increasing military sales to India by many billions of dollars,” Trump said.

PM Modi said the US has an “important role” in India’s defence preparedness.

An excellent meeting with @POTUS @realDonaldTrump at the White House. Our talks will add significant momentum to the India-USA friendship! pic.twitter.com/lS7o4768yi

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2025

“As strategic and trusted partners, we are actively moving in the direction of joint development, joint production and transfer of technology. In the coming time, new technology and equipment will increase our capability,” he said.

What PM Modi, Trump Discussed On Defence Ties

After a nearly four-hour meeting at the White House, PM Narendra Modi and Donald Trump announced plans to sign a new ten-year Framework for the US-India Major Defence Partnership in the 21st Century.

The two leaders also launched a new initiative – the “US-India COMPACT (Catalyzing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology) for the 21st Century”.

According to the joint statement released by the two countries, they also spoke about the integration of US-origin defence items into India’s inventory to date, including C-130J Super Hercules, C-17 Globemaster III, P-8I Poseidon aircraft; CH-47F Chinooks, MH-60R Seahawks, and AH-64E Apaches; Harpoon anti-ship missiles; M777 howitzers; and MQ-9Bs.

The US announced a review of its policy on releasing fifth-generation fighters and undersea systems to India.

PM Modi and Trump announced plans to pursue this year new procurements and co-production arrangements for “Javelin” Anti-Tank Guided Missiles and “Stryker” Infantry Combat Vehicles in India.

President Trump often talks about MAGA.

In India, we are working towards a Viksit Bharat, which in American context translates into MIGA.

And together, the India-USA have a MEGA partnership for prosperity!@POTUS @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/i7WzVrxKtv

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 14, 2025

The procurement of six more P-8I Maritime Patrol aircraft featured in their discussions.

India and the US will review their respective arms transfer regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), to streamline defence trade, technology exchange and maintenance, spare supplies and in-country repair and overhaul of US-provided defence systems.

They also called for opening negotiations this year for a Reciprocal Defence Procurement (RDP) agreement to better align their procurement systems and enable the reciprocal supply of defence goods and services.

PM Modi and the US President also announced a new initiative – the Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA) – to scale industry partnerships and production in the Indo-Pacific.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during a joint press statement with U.S. President Donald Trump after their meeting at the White House, in Washington, DC on Thursday.
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India and the U.S. have decided to take a big leap in broad-basing their strategic ties in several critical areas, with President Donald Trump announcing after talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Washington is paving the way to provide New Delhi with F-35 fighter jets as part of increasing military supplies by billions of dollars. 

Read: Highlights from day 1 of the meeting

After holding wide-ranging talks with Mr. Modi, Mr. Trump said there is a “special bond” between the world’s oldest and largest democracies and both sides decided to shore up cooperation in diverse areas such as energy, critical technologies and connectivity. 

On the contentious issue of tariff, the U.S. President said Washington wants a level playing field.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump in the first bilateral talks between the two leaders after Mr. Trump assumed the presidency for a second term last month. PM Modi arrived in Washington on a two-day visit to hold high-stakes talks with the U.S. President.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off the series of bilateral interactions by meeting U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on Thursday (February 13, 2025). He also met with billionaires Elon Musk and Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy at Blaire House.

PM Modi is staying at the Blair House, the U.S. presidential guest house at the heart of the American capital city.

Also read | Trump administration prioritising relations with India: White House

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Washington DC:

India is not neutral, was Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strong message on the Russia-Ukraine war during a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House today. He reiterated that India stands with peace, appreciating Trump’s efforts to bring an end to the war.

“India is not neutral. India is siding with peace. I have already said to President Putin that this is not the era of war. I support the efforts taken by President Trump,” the Prime Minister said.

His remarks came a day after Trump held separate phone calls with Russia’s Vladimir Putin and Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky. His move came as a shock to Ukraine and European allies, with many insisting they and Kyiv must have a seat at the negotiating table.

In their first confirmed contact since Trump’s return to the White House, the US president said he had held a “highly productive” conversation with his Russian counterpart who ordered the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

On Thursday, Trump insisted Ukraine will be “part of” negotiations and that he was convinced Putin “wants peace”.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India have been stressing that this is “not an era of war but of dialogue and diplomacy”. Since the Ukraine conflict began in February last year, PM Modi has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin as well as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a number of times.

He also met the two leaders separately last year.

PM Modi met US President Donald Trump and his close aide and billionaire Elon Musk today. “He is a great friend of mine. For a long time we’ve had a wonderful relationship,” Trump said as he greeted PM Modi in the Oval Office for a visit that he promised would bring “some great” trade deals.

Their meeting came hours after the US President announced reciprocal tariffs on all countries, including India. New Delhi, however, is hoping to avoid further levies that Trump says are needed to counter the US trade deficit.

Prime Minister Modi is the fourth world leader to visit Trump since his return, following the prime ministers of Israel and Japan, and the king of Jordan.

Washington:

Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy, said he had a “great meeting” with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Blaire House, and it was a “pleasure and honour” to welcome the PM in the US.

He also affirmed hope that PM Modi has a “wonderful visit” to the United States.

“It was a pleasure and honour to welcome Prime Minister Modi here. Hope he has a wonderful visit and it was a great meeting,” Vivek Ramaswamy told ANI, after his bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi.

Prime Minister Modi discussed India-US ties, innovation, biotechnology, with Ramaswamy.

“PM@narendramodimet with@VivekGRamaswamyat Blaire House today.They had insightful discussions on India-U.S. ties, innovation, biotechnology, and the role of entrepreneurship in shaping the future,” Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X.

PM @narendramodi met with @VivekGRamaswamy at Blaire House today.

They had insightful discussions on India-U.S. ties, innovation, biotechnology, and the role of entrepreneurship in shaping the future.

pic.twitter.com/iBjrLWktlk

— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) February 13, 2025

Mr Ramaswamy, had earlier been in the race for the White House but eventually pulled out. The Indian-origin entreprenuer who gained attention for his outspoken debate performances, had ended his presidential bid and threw his support behind Donald Trump whom he had earlier dubbed the “best president of 21st century”.

He was also appointed to co-head the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) along with Elon Musk, but later stepped down from the role, reportedly due to differences with the Tesla CEO.

PM Modi, who arrived in the US on Wednesday (local time), is scheduled to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House later in the day.

This is PM Modi’s first visit to the United States after Donald Trump assumed office for the second term. India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, and other officials PM Modi at the airport.

Upon arrival in the US, PM Modi said that he looked forward to meeting with the US President and building upon the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

In his departure statement, ahead of his US visit PM Modi noted that the visit will be an opportunity to build on the successes of collaboration in his first term and develop an agenda to further elevate and deepen the partnership between the two nations.

(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)

Washington DC:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tesla CEO Elon Musk today during his two-day visit to the United States that started Wednesday. The Prime Minister met with Musk, a close ally of Donald Trump, hours before his discussions with the US President.

Space, mobility, technology and innovation were the key topics discussed during the “very good” meeting with the tech billionaire, the Prime Minister said in a post on X. “They also discussed strengthening collaboration between Indian and US entities in innovation, space exploration, artificial intelligence, and sustainable development,” sources said. “Their discussion also touched on opportunities to deepen cooperation in emerging technologies, entrepreneurship and good governance,” they added.

The SpaceX CEO’s three young children accompanied him as he arrived at Blair House, the US President’s guest house. They were seen sitting with Mr Musk when he met PM Modi. Neuralink director Shivon Zilis was also present in the meeting.

#WATCH | The bilateral meeting between PM Narendra Modi and Tesla CEO Elon Musk is underway at Blair House in Washington, DC.

(Video: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/74pq4q1FRd

— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025

Had a very good meeting with @elonmusk in Washington DC. We discussed various issues, including those he is passionate about such as space, mobility, technology and innovation. I talked about India’s efforts towards reform and furthering ‘Minimum Government, Maximum Governance.’ pic.twitter.com/tNgnaJJHs2

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025

The Prime Minister also shared several photos from the meeting where he was seen interacting with three young children. He gifted the children three books – “The Crescent Moon” by Rabindranath Tagore, “The Great RK Narayan Collection” and “Panchatantra”.

It was also a delight to meet Mr. @elonmusk‘s family and to talk about a wide range of subjects! pic.twitter.com/0WTEqBaVpT

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025

Elon Musk was later seen walking out of Blair House, holding hands with his son.

#WATCH | Tesla CEO Elon Musk leaves from Blair House in Washington, DC, after his bilateral meeting with PM Narendra Modi concludes. pic.twitter.com/zv72CrPzeg

— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025

The Prime Minister met US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz earlier today. Union External Affairs Minister and NSA Ajit Doval were also present at the meeting.

After his arrival, he met with Tulsi Gabbard, who took the oath of office as the 8th US director of National Intelligence in the presence of Trump just hours before.

He also met with India-origin entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy.

PM Modi and Musk – who is overseeing the Department of Government Efficiency in the Trump regime – have met several times in the past. In 2015, he visited the Tesla facility in San Jose when he was given a personal tour by Musk.

During the meeting with PM Modi, Trump will be pushing for a “fair” trade deal with India, while the two leaders will also discuss a new defence partnership and military sales during the meeting, senior White House officials said. PM Modi will hold a joint press conference with Trump.

This is PM Modi’s first visit to the United States after his “good friend” Trump’s election win.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off the series of bilateral interactions by meeting U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on Thursday (February 13, 2025). 

Also Read | Trump order on reciprocal tariffs expected before meeting with PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington on a two-day visit to hold high-stakes talks with President Donald Trump. The Prime Minister will be hosted by the U.S. President in what would be the first bilateral talks between the two leaders after Trump assumed the presidency for a second term last month.

Also read | Trump administration prioritising relations with India: White House

With Mr. Trump’s tariff policy sending shockwaves across the world, PM Modi’s key priority is likely to be to pre-empt any punitive trade action by Washington against India.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Washington DC Thursday (local time) for a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump. PM Modi’s visit to the White House, scheduled for February 12-13, marks the fourth week of Trump’s second term in office.

The meeting between the two leaders comes amid heightened tensions surrounding Trump’s trade tariffs on several countries, his controversial Gaza peace plan, and his ongoing mass deportation of illegal immigrants. These issues are likely to feature prominently in their discussions as both leaders seek to strengthen bilateral ties.

PM Modi will be the fourth global leader to meet Trump at the White House since his inauguration on January 20.

The US president has already hosted Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and Jordan’s King Abdullah during the early weeks of his second presidency.

During his visit, PM Modi is also expected to meet with Elon Musk in Washington. Reports indicate that the two leaders may discuss Starlink’s delayed plans to launch satellite broadband services in India.

Here are the Live Updates on PM Modi’s US visit: