US-India relations
Ashley J. Tellis: Indian-Origin Defense Strategist Charged with Unlawful Retention of Classified Information
Oct 15, 2025 10:55 am CST
Former National Security Council member and renowned foreign policy scholar Ashley J. Tellis faces serious charges for allegedly retaining classified defense information. The 64-year-old Indian-origin strategist from the Carnegie Endowment could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted, as investigators also examine his reported meetings with Chinese officials.
Trump Praises "Very Good Friend" PM Modi During Middle East Peace Summit
Oct 14, 2025 09:13 am CST
US President Donald Trump publicly praised India and Prime Minister Modi at an Egyptian peace summit, expressing optimism about India-Pakistan relations while standing alongside Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif. The article explores Trump's claims about mediating regional conflicts, Sharif's Nobel Prize nomination for Trump, and the recent military tensions between India and Pakistan that ended with a ceasefire in May.
Indian Senior Officials to Visit US for Advancing Bilateral Trade Agreement Negotiations
Oct 13, 2025 05:28 pm CST
A high-level Indian delegation is visiting the US this week to continue negotiations on the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement, aimed at doubling trade to $500 billion by 2030. The talks come amid US tariffs on Indian goods and follow five previous rounds of discussions, with both nations working toward concluding the first phase by late 2025.
US Ambassador Sergio Gor Meets PM Modi: Strengthening US-India Relations Despite Trade Tensions
Oct 11, 2025 10:36 pm CST
US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss trade, critical minerals, and defense cooperation, expressing optimism about bilateral relations despite recent tensions over Trump's 50% tariffs on Indian exports. Both countries continue negotiations toward a bilateral trade agreement with hopes of meeting the November deadline, as confirmed by India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.
US Approves AIM-120 AMRAAM Sale to Pakistan: Strategic Implications for Regional Security and India
Oct 09, 2025 06:09 pm CST
The United States has approved the sale of advanced AIM-120 air-to-air missiles to Pakistan, potentially strengthening its air combat capabilities. This development follows improved US-Pakistan diplomatic relations and could significantly impact the regional military balance with India. The sophisticated "fire-and-forget" missiles, compatible with Pakistan's F-16 fleet, were reportedly used in previous aerial engagements with Indian forces, raising strategic concerns for New Delhi amid ongoing tensions in South Asia.
19 US Lawmakers Urge Trump to Reset and Repair Critical US-India Partnership Amid Tariff Tensions
Oct 09, 2025 12:22 am CST
19 US Democratic lawmakers have written to President Donald Trump requesting he reconsider recent tariff hikes on Indian goods, warning that the 50% duties are damaging US-India relations, hurting American consumers and businesses, and potentially pushing India toward greater engagement with Russia and China. The letter emphasizes India's strategic importance as a democratic partner in the Indo-Pacific region and calls for immediate steps to repair this vital relationship.
Sergio Gor: From Trump Aide to US Ambassador to India - Senate Confirms 38-Year-Old as New Envoy
Oct 08, 2025 03:14 pm CST
The US Senate has confirmed 38-year-old Sergio Gor as the next US Ambassador to India. A close Trump aide and former Director of Presidential Personnel, Gor will also serve as Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs. Born in Uzbekistan and educated at George Washington University, Gor brings extensive Republican party experience to this critical diplomatic role.
S Jaishankar: India Must Strategize Amid Global Tariff Volatility and Changing Geopolitical Landscape
Oct 07, 2025 10:11 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addresses how India must navigate an increasingly complex global environment characterized by tariff volatility, manufacturing concentration in single geographies, and changing trade dynamics. Speaking at the Aravali Summit, he emphasized that while most nations struggle to cope with these challenges, India must strategically safeguard its interests while continuing to advance in the global hierarchy, ultimately prioritizing national interest above international principles.
Declining US Student Visa Approvals: Indian Applications Drop 44.5% Under Trump Administration's New Restrictions
Oct 07, 2025 02:27 am CST
The United States has issued 19.1% fewer student visas in August 2024 compared to the previous year, with Indian applicants facing the steepest decline at 44.5%. China has overtaken India as the leading source country for international students, while the Trump administration implements stricter visa policies, including social media vetting and increased fees for H-1B visas predominantly used by Indian tech workers.
Former US Official Urges Indian Leaders to Prioritize National Values Following Rahul Gandhi's Democracy Concerns
Oct 03, 2025 12:53 pm CST
Raymond Vickery, a former senior US official, responds to Rahul Gandhi's claims that Indian democracy is under siege, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan commitment to national values. Gandhi, speaking in Colombia, described India's democratic framework as essential for its diverse population while warning of systematic attacks on democratic foundations by the Modi government.
