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PM Modi's US visit on Day 1: As it happened

Trump has rolled out a red carpet working dinner for the Indian premier during which they would hold wide-ranging discussions of mutual interests.

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Washington: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived here on Sunday morning on his second leg of his three-nation tour, has a packed schedule, which includes his much-anticipated meeting with US President Donald Trump.

This will be their first meeting since Trump took office last year.

The US president has rolled out a red carpet working dinner for the Indian premier during which they will hold wide-ranging discussions of mutual interests.

The Indian prime minister is currently meeting nearly two dozen CEOs of reputed global companies, including Apple, Microsoft and Google, in a Round Table being organised at the Hotel Willard Intercontinental here. 

26 June 2017
01:39 AM IST

PM Modi concludes his address.

01:24 AM IST

How social media can empower a ministry has been shown by MEA and our External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj Ji: PM Modi

01:23 AM IST

It is now well known in India- anyone in trouble tweets to Sushma Ji, she promptly replies and the Government takes prompt action: PM

01:23 AM IST

MEA has touched new heights from point of view of humanity. 80,000 Indians in distress rescued from diff parts of world: PM Modi

01:19 AM IST

India is seen as a glowing and attractive FDI destination. The Indian diaspora abroad has possibilities and exposure: PM

01:19 AM IST

The diaspora has richness of experience and skills; Invite diaspora to make use of the best opp'y to repay debt to your country of birth: PM

01:19 AM IST

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

01:18 AM IST

Diaspora is assured that if they have problem, Indian Embassy will find a solution: PM

01:15 AM IST

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

 

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

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When India did surgical strikes the world experienced our power & realized that India practices restrain but can show power when needed: PM

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When India talked of terrorism 20 years back, many in the world said its a law & order problem and didn't understand it: PM Modi

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When India did surgical strikes the world experienced our power & realized that India practices restrain but can show power when needed: PM

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India has earned fame in space technology. We have recently launched some record-breaking satellites: PM Modi

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When growing aspirations of people are given right leadership, they turn into achievements: PM 

01:03 AM IST

Through technology driven governance we are creating an 'Adhunik Bharat' : PM

01:02 AM IST

Govts in India have been ousted due to corruption; in last 3 years no one has been able to put any such charge on us: PM

 

00:59 AM IST

If I dream of a healthy India, then I see healthy mothers and children in it: PM Modi in Virginia

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Transparent policies create an environment of trust among the people: PM

00:57 AM IST

The youth of India understands technology and the importance of technology very well: PM

00:55 AM IST

I can see that every Indian wants to contribute towards India's development. India is progressing at a record pace today: PM

00:55 AM IST

Increased usage of technology brings transparency in systems, says PM

00:49 AM IST

I assure you all that I will work towards achieving the India of your dreams: PM Modi to Indian diaspora: PM 

00:48 AM IST

PM Modi addressing the US Indian diaspora 

00:45 AM IST

The reasons Governments have been defeated in India are things like corruption and cheating. People of India do not like corruption: PM

00:44 AM IST

I can see that every Indian wants to contribute towards India's development. India is progressing at a record pace today: PM 

 

00:43 AM IST

The Indian diaspora rejoices when there is good news from India, it wants India to scale newer heights, says PM

00:42 AM IST

I promise that I will fulfill all your dreams of making India as good as US: PM Modi

00:41 AM IST

About the Indian diaspora, I can say that they rejoice when there is good news from India & want India to scale newer heights: PM

00:40 AM IST

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

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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

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When I meet you all I experience the kind of joy one feels while meeting his/her family. You fill me with new energy: PM to Indian diaspora

00:38 AM IST

PM Modi addresses US Indian diaspora in Washington.

00:29 AM IST

It was a very good discussion, we reiterated our commitment to India: Krish Iyer, CEO Walmart India after CEO's meeting with PM Modi in US

00:23 AM IST

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

00:23 AM IST

GST will remove barriers & will eventually help in bringing down prices of essential commodities: Krish Iyer, CEO Walmart India on GST

 

00:10 AM IST

The CEOs have outlined the priorities in India and suggestions for mutually beneficial partnerships in line with inclusive growth: MEA

 

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The CEOs at the round-table have reaffirmed their commitment to grow with India. 

 

00:04 AM IST

CEOs applaud reform measures and steps taken by the government to improve ease of doing business.

00:03 AM IST

CEOs express support to Make in India and Digital India, Start Up India and other Flagship initiatives of the government.

22:59 PM IST

PM Modi points out opportunities for tourism through developing hotels in public-private partnership model at 500 railway stations at round-table with CEOs of leading companies.

22:58 PM IST

PM Modi at business leaders' round-table in Washington.

22:56 PM IST

PM emphasises importance attached by his government on efficiency, transparency, growth and benefit for all at business round-table.

22:55 PM IST

At business round-table, PM Modi suggests linking sanitary practices, products and technology with requirements of school-going girls.

22:40 PM IST

In concluding remarks at the round-table, PM stresses importance of cooperation for start up, innovation and tapping huge intellectual, educational & vocational training potential in India.

22:38 PM IST

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

21:49 PM IST

PM Modi poses for a photograph with 21 CEOs of leading global companies in Washington.

21:46 PM IST

The whole world is looking at India. 7,000 reforms alone have been effected by the government of India for ease of doing business. The objective is minimum government and maximum governance, says PM Modi.

21:38 PM IST

The implementation of the landmark initiative of GST could be a subject of studies in US business schools, says PM

21:30 PM IST

Growth of India presents win-win partnership for India & US both and US companies have a great opportunity to contribute to that: PM

21:26 PM IST

CEOs of 21 top global companies are participating in the Round Table with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 

21:17 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets CEOs of top global companies at Round Table with business leaders in Washington.