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Security Tightened In Tamil Nadu Ahead Of PM's Visit

Prime minister modi, who is arriving at madurai airport from bengaluru by 2.50 p.m., would reach the gandhigram university by chopper for the 3.15 p.m. convocation..

Chennai:  The Tamil Nadu Police have tightened security in Madurai, Dindigul districts of the state in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Gandhigram Rural University for a convocation ceremony on Friday afternoon. Prime Minister Modi, who is arriving at Madurai airport from Bengaluru by 2.50 p.m., would reach the Gandhigram university by chopper for the 3.15 p.m. convocation. However, with the IMD predicting heavy rains in the area, the police have kept a backup plan ready for the Prime Ministers' visit. A recce has been conducted with eight cars from Madurai airport to Gandhigram rural university.

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Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi and Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will also be present during the convocation ceremony. Eminent musicians -- Ilayaraja and Umayalpuram Sivaraman -- will be conferred honorary doctorates by the Gandhigram university and the Prime Minister will confer the recognition on the two maestros. The convocation ceremony of the prestigious Gandhigram rural university is being held after a gap of two years due to Covid -19. As many as 2,314 students have completed their graduation from Gandhigram rural university during 2018-19 and 2019-20. However, the Prime Minister will be handing over medals to four toppers from the university due to time constraints and security aspects. Of the toppers who are selected to receive their medals from the Prime Minister, two are boys. Police have heightened surveillance and security in Dindigul, Chinnalapatti, Gandhigram, and Ambathurai areas due to the Prime Minister's visit. Meanwhile, PM Modi flagged off Chennai-Mysuru Vande Bharat express in Bengaluru on Friday. He also inaugrated Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport In Bengaluru. He also unveiled 108 feet bronze statue of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda in Bengaluru.

The PM also paid floral tributes to statues of saint poet Kanakadasa and Maharishi Valmiki at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. 

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Modi to meet OPS, EPS separately during Dindigul visit

During his short stay in the campus of gandhigram rural institution in dindigul, modi would meet them separately. sources in both the camps confirmed the meeting of their leader with modi on the occasion..

CHENNAI: After a week-long drama and anticipation among the supporters of former chief ministers Edappadi K Palaniswami and O Panneerselvam whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi would meet the western or southern strongman. However, the duo got an appointment as they wished. During his short stay in the campus of Gandhigram Rural Institution in Dindigul , Modi would meet them separately. Sources in both the camps confirmed the meeting of their leader with Modi on the occasion.

However, the question remains whom Modi would meet first? The meeting gains significance as it would take place amidst the ongoing confrontation between EPS and OPS camps over the leadership. It may be noted that the sulking factions of AIADMK including the AMMK had already expressed willingness to form alliance that would fight against the ruling DMK in the state.

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Copter landing trials held in Dindigul ahead of PM Modi's visit

DINDIGUL: With Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to attend a convocation function at Gandhigram Rural Institute (GRI) on Friday, helicopter landing trials were conducted near the institute on Wednesday. District Collector S Visakan, Dindigul circle police DIG Rupesh Kumar Meena, Superintendent of Police (SP) V Baskaran and personnel from the Prime Minister’s special security team inspected the premises and oversaw the trials.

Meanwhile, BJP President K Annamalai and his supporters, who reached Gandhigram on Wednesday, were not allowed to enter the institute premises on Wednesday owing to security reasons. Nearly 5,000 police personnel will be deployed in the area during the PM’s visit. Chief Minister MK Stalin, Governor RN Ravi and Chancellor KM Annamalai will also be attending the convocation.

According to a statement from SP Baskaran, Ambathurai, Chinnalapatti, Gandhigram, Ammayanayankur and Dindigul corporation area will be declared as protection zone on Friday and flying unmanned aerial vehicles has been banned in these areas from 10 am on Thursday till 10 pm on Friday.

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New Delhi [India], November 10 (ANI): Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Dindigul Gandhigram University in Tamil Nadu on Friday, BJP workers on Thursday erected flagpoles on both sides of the road to welcome him.

According to the PM’s official itenerary, he will grace the 36th convocation ceremony of Gandhigram Rural Institute at Dindigul in Tamil Nadu around 3.30 pm on Friday.

Before that, however, the PM will pay floral tributes to the statues of poet and seer Sri Kanaka Dasa and also to Maharshi Valmiki at the Vidhana Soudha (Assembly) in Bengaluru.

According to an official release, around 10.20 am, the Prime Minister will flag off the Chennai-Mysuru Vande Bharat Express. Vande Bharat Express and Bharat Gaurav Kashi Darshan Train at KSR railway station in Bengaluru.

The new Vande Bharat Express will enhance connectivity between the industrial hub of Chennai and the tech and startup hub of Bengaluru and Mysuru, which is popular with tourists rom across the globe.

Karnataka will be the first state to launch the Bharat Gaurav Kashi Yatra train under the Bharat Gaurav scheme which will see the Karnataka government and the Railway ministry collaborating to arrange a pilgrimage from Karnataka to Kashi.

Around 11:30 am, the PM will inaugurate Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport. Thereafter, at 12 noon, the Prime Minister will unveil the 108-feet bronze statue of Nadaprabhu Kempegowda, followed by a public function in the Karnataka capital at around 12.30 pm.

The Prime Minister is also scheduled to preside over the inauguration and the laying of foundation stones for multiple projects at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh on November 12, Saturday.

At around 3.30 pm, the PM will visit the RFCL plant in Ramagundam, Telangana. Thereafter, at around 4:15 pm, he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple projects at Ramagundam.

The Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport at Bengaluru has been built at a cost of about Rs 5,000 crores.

The new terminal will double the passenger handling capacity of the airport to 5-6 crore passengers per annum, from about 2.5 crores currently.

Terminal 2 has been built as a tribute to the Garden City and the passenger is supposed to come away with an experience akin to a ‘walk in the garden’.

Visitors to the new terminal will be treated to a raft of virual delights, 10,000+ sq mt of green walls as well as hanging and outdoor gardens.

The airport has already established a benchmark in sustainability with 100 per cent usage of renewable energy across the campus. (ANI)

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Modi's US Visit: A Diplomatic coup de maître and the Future of India-US Relations

Prime minister narendra modi's three-day trip to the united states was more than just a diplomatic engagement; it was a masterstroke in foreign policy..

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day trip to the United States was more than just a diplomatic engagement; it was a masterstroke in foreign policy. Through strategic positioning, this visit laid the groundwork for India’s central role in global affairs and ensured that India remains a pivotal player in the US political landscape, regardless of the outcome of the 2024 US elections. From discussions on QUAD to high-level engagements with world leaders, PM Modi's visit has set the tone for the future of India-US relations and reinforced India’s stature on the global stage.

A Diplomatic Masterstroke: Ensuring India's Central Role in 2025

At the heart of this diplomatic triumph was Modi’s move to swap the hosting responsibilities of the QUAD summit, ensuring that one of the first countries the newly elected US president—whether Kamala Harris or Donald Trump—will visit in 2025 will be India. This was a stroke of strategic genius, as it guarantees that the momentum in India-US relations will continue under the new administration, regardless of political shifts in Washington.

By hosting the QUAD summit in India in 2025, Modi has not only reinforced India’s role as a key player in the Indo-Pacific but also positioned India as one of the first countries that the incoming US president must engage with. This ensures India remains front and center in US foreign policy, opening up the possibility for a State visit to India that would further elevate India's stature and strengthen ties between the two nations.

The Modi-Biden Relationship: Building on QUAD’s Longevity

PM Modi’s visit began with a bilateral meeting with President Biden at his home in Wilmington, Delaware. The significance of this private setting cannot be overstated—it underscored the personal rapport between the two leaders, which has been crucial in elevating the US-India partnership.

The discussions at the QUAD summit, held at Archmere Academy, were equally impactful. In a telling moment, when asked about the future of the QUAD alliance, President Biden placed his arm around PM Modi and declared, “it will survive way beyond November.” This statement, paired with Modi’s own assertion that “QUAD is here to stay,” sent a strong message of bipartisan commitment to the alliance and further cemented India’s pivotal role in the Indo-Pacific region.

Reinforcing India’s Role in Global Leadership

Modi’s visit wasn’t confined to the QUAD discussions alone. His diplomatic engagements spanned across global powers and strategic regions. In New York, Modi met with world leaders from the Middle East, including Qatar, Kuwait, and Palestine, underscoring India’s diplomatic balancing act. These meetings reflected India’s growing influence as a global mediator and its ability to maintain relations with both the West and the Global South.

One of the highlights of the trip was Modi’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which further solidified India’s image as a key player in global diplomacy, especially in balancing complex geopolitical relationships between the US, Russia, and Ukraine. Modi’s engagement with a wide range of global leaders demonstrated India’s ability to maneuver complex geopolitical landscapes, positioning itself as a bridge between the East and the West.

Technology, Innovation, and Economic Cooperation

Another critical aspect of the visit was Modi’s engagement with the private sector, particularly tech giants like Nvidia and Google. These meetings signaled India’s growing ambition to be a global leader in emerging technologies, from artificial intelligence to quantum computing. The dialogue with US tech companies further strengthened the economic ties between the two countries, with both sides eager to collaborate on technological advancements that could shape the future.

By focusing on economic and technological cooperation, Modi’s visit made it clear that India is positioning itself as a hub for innovation and a crucial partner for the US in the 21st century economy.

The Power of the Diaspora and Global Messaging

Modi’s visit to the US was not just about bilateral diplomacy—it was also about reinforcing India's democratic values on the global stage. During his address to the Indian diaspora in New York, Modi celebrated his third consecutive term as Prime Minister and thanked the diaspora for their contributions to India’s development. He framed his government’s achievements as a testament to India’s robust democracy, which aligns with the US’s own democratic values.

In addition to engaging with the diaspora, Modi addressed the UN Summit for the Future, where he called for much-needed reforms to the global body. His message underscored India’s growing influence in global governance, reinforcing its position as a leader in advocating for the rights and interests of developing nations.

A Clear Signal to Washington: Bipartisan Cooperation

One of the underlying narratives throughout Modi’s visit was his repeated praise for President Biden. Whether during their bilateral meeting, the QUAD summit, or his address to the diaspora, Modi emphasized Biden’s role in strengthening the India-US relationship. This praise was a diplomatic signal that India is comfortable working with both sides of the US political spectrum. It effectively dispelled any lingering chatter about India’s discomfort with the Democratic Party, ensuring that India’s interests align with those of the US, irrespective of political transitions.

A Visit that Redefines the Future

Modi’s three-day trip was a masterclass in diplomacy, designed to secure India’s place as a key player in global politics. By ensuring that India will host the QUAD summit in 2025, Modi has smartly aligned India’s future with the next US administration, guaranteeing continued engagement and strengthening ties.

While some may draw comparisons to Modi’s 2023 State visit, such comparisons miss the point. This trip was not about pomp and pageantry but about substance and strategy. With this visit, Modi has laid a robust foundation for the next chapter in India-US relations, ensuring that the partnership is set to flourish, regardless of who sits in the Oval Office come November. Published By: indiatodayglobal Published On: Sep 25, 2024

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PM Modi Returns To India After 3-Day US Visit - Full Coverage In Photos

Pm modi us visit: prime minister narendra modi also addressed the indian diaspora at an event in new york and held multiple bilateral meetings with several heads of states. the prime minister also spoke at the 'summit of the future', organised by the united nations..

PM Modi returned to India on Tuesday after an official 3-day visit to the US, where he met Joe Biden.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today returned to India after concluding his three-day official visit to the United States. During his visit, the prime minister attended the Quad leaders' summit and the UN General Assembly session. He also addressed the Indian diaspora at an event in New York and held multiple bilateral meetings with several heads of states. The prime minister also spoke at the 'Summit of the Future', organised by the United Nations.

PM Modi began his visit from Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, where his flight - Air India One - landed. He was welcome by a thousands of Indian-Americans who had gathered at the airport to greet him. From there, the prime minister went to Wilmington in Delaware, which is US President Joe Biden's home city and state.

President Biden hosted the Quad leaders for the annual summit in his home city. 2024 was India's turn to host the Quad Summit, but on a request by Washington DC, New Delhi agreed to host it next year.

PM Narendra Modi was greeted by hundreds of Indians who had gathered at the airport in Philadelphia. (PTI Photo)

JOE BIDEN HOSTS PM MODI AT HOME

President Biden hosted PM Modi at his home in Greenville, Delaware where the two leaders held bilateral talks to further strength the India-US strategic partnership. President Biden welcomed PM Modi on his arrival with a hug. He then help PM Modi's hand and led him into his house.

Prime Minister Modi expressed his heartfelt gratitude to United States President Joe Biden for his warm hospitality. "Yesterday, President Biden took me to his home in Delaware, and his warmth and hospitality touched my heart. This honour belongs to 1.4 billion Indians, it's your honour, your achievement, and the honour of the millions of Indians living here. I express my gratitude to President Biden and to all of you," PM Modi said a day after meeting President Biden.

PM Modi gifted an antique silver hand-engraved train model to Joe Biden. The train model was customised by inscribing "DELHI-DELAWARE" on the sides of the main carriage and "INDIAN RAILWAYS" on the sides of the engine in English and Hindi based on the standard format used on passenger trains in India. Crafted by artisans from Maharashtra, which is renowned for its rich heritage in silver craftsmanship, the model is made of 92.5% silver

PM Modi also gifted a Kashmiri pashmina shawl to First Lady Jill Biden.

After the meeting, Mr Biden took to social media website X and said the United States' partnership with India is "stronger, closer, and more dynamic than any time in history", adding that "Prime Minister Modi, each time we sit down, I'm struck by our ability to find new areas of cooperation. Today was no different."

INDIA-US BILATERAL MEETING

INDIA's GLOBAL ROLE

During the bilateral meeting, President Biden expressed appreciation for India's leadership on the world stage, particularly Prime Minister Modi's leadership in the G20 and the Global South, a White House statement said. The US President also praised the Prime Minister's commitment to strengthen the Quad to ensure a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

"India is at the forefront of efforts to seek solutions to the most pressing challenges, from supporting the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic to addressing the devastating consequences of conflicts around the world," the White House said.

President Biden, it said, commended Prime Minister Modi for his historic visits to Poland and Ukraine, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in decades, and his message of peace and ongoing humanitarian support for Ukraine. The statement was silent on the Prime Minister's visit to Russia.

SEMICONDUCTOR PUSH

The White House said that the two leaders cheered the success of the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) in deepening and expanding strategic cooperation across key technology sectors, including space, semiconductors, and advanced telecommunications.

SPACE COOPERATION

In the space technology sector, the two leaders welcomed the progress towards the first joint effort by NASA and ISRO to conduct scientific research onboard the International Space Station in 2025.

DRONE DEAL, DEFENCE PACTS

The US president welcomed the progress in India completing the procurement of 31 General Atomics MQ-9B (16 Sky Guardian and 15 Sea Guardian) remotely piloted aircraft and their associated equipment, the White House said, adding that these will enhance the intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities of India's armed forces.

The two leaders recognised the progress under the US-India Defense Industrial Cooperation Roadmap, including ongoing collaboration to advance priority co-production arrangements for jet engines, munitions, and ground mobility systems. Prime Minister Modi and President Biden also welcomed efforts to expand defence industrial partnerships.

CLEAN ENERGY

PM Modi and President Biden welcomed the joint efforts to accelerate the expansion of safe and secure clean energy supply chains through US and Indian manufacturing of clean energy technologies and components.

"In its initial phase, the U.S. and India would work together to unlock $1 billion of multilateral financing to support projects across the clean energy value chain for renewable energy, energy storage, power grid and transmission technologies, high efficiency cooling systems, zero emission vehicles, and other emerging clean technologies," the White House said.

The two leaders welcomed the India-US collaboration on a new National Center for Hydrogen Safety in India and affirmed their intent to utilise the new Renewable Energy Technology Action Platform (RETAP) to enhance collaboration on clean energy manufacturing and global supply chains.

GLOBAL HEALTHCARE

The two leaders celebrated the new US-India Drug Policy Framework, which will deepen the collaboration to disrupt the illicit production and international trafficking of synthetic drugs and precursor chemicals, and deepen a holistic public health partnership.

"The Leaders applauded the first-ever U.S.-India Cancer Dialogue held in August 2024, which brought together experts from both countries to increase research and development to accelerate the rate of progress against cancer," the White House said.

In a joint statement issued by Indian and the US, the United States stated that it supports the call for a reformed UN Security Council and said it backs India's bid for a permanent seat with veto power.

THE 2024 QUAD LEADERS' SUMMIT

During his opening remarks at the Quad Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed that a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific is the shared priority and commitment of the Quad countries. US President Joe Biden, Australian PM Anthony Albanese, and Japan PM Fumio Kishida were present at the meeting.

PM Modi pointed out the Quad summit is being held at a time when the world is surrounded by tensions and conflicts. "At such a time, it is important for all of humanity that the members of the Quad move forward based on shared democratic values. We are not against anybody. All of us support rules-based international order, respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, and peaceful resolution of all disputes," he said.

To strengthen the fight against cervical cancer, India pledged a grant of USD 7.5 million to the testing, screening, and diagnosis of the disease in the Indo-Pacific region. Addressing the Cancer Moonshot event on the sidelines of the Quad Leaders' Summit, PM Modi said the initiative would go a long way in providing affordable, accessible and quality health care to people in Indo-Pacific countries.

"India is ready to share its experience and expertise," PM Modi said, asserting that the grant was made under India's vision of 'One Earth, One Heath'.

The 2024 Quad Summit was the farewell summit for Joe Biden, who is not seeking re-election as President. It was also the final summit for Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, whose term as prime minister will end this year.

After the summit, when asked by reporters if the Quad will survive beyond November 2024, President Biden gestured by keeping his hand on PM Modi's shoulder and said "long beyond 2024" - a post of which went viral on social media.

KEY BILATERAL MEETINGS

During his US visit, PM Modi engaged with several world leaders and held multiple bilateral meetings.

Apart from his bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also held bilateral talks with Australian PM Anthony Albanese and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida. These bilateral meetings were held in Delaware on the sidelines of the Quad Summit.

PM Modi held several other bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly meeting in New York. These meetings included bilateral talks with the Prime Minister of Nepal, KP Sharma Oli, the President of Palestine, Mahmoud Abbas; His Highness the Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Vietnam's President To Lam..

ROUNDTABLE MEET WITH TOP TECH CEOs

While in New York, Prime Minister Modi held a roundtable meeting with the top American CEOs from the technology field. The meeting focused on innovation, collaboration, and India's growing tech space. It was held at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel.

Hosted by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) School of Engineering, the roundtable saw participation from leaders of companies specialising in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology.

The roundtable was attended by prominent CEOs like Google's Sundar Pichai Nvidia's Jensen Huang, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna, Adobe Chairman and CEO Shantanu Narayen, Lisa Su - Chair and CEO of AMD; and Noubar Afeyan - Chairman, Moderna.

Speaking about Artificial Intelligence or AI, the prime minister stressed that India's policy is to promote 'AI for All', underpinned by its ethical and responsible use.

In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi said, "Had a fruitful roundtable with tech CEOs in New York, discussing aspects relating to technology, innovation, and more. Also highlighted the strides made by India in this field. I am glad to see immense optimism towards India."

On the third-and-final day of his US visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The theme of the Summit was 'Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow'.

During his speech at the forum, PM Modi said, "Alongside terrorism, new areas of conflict are emerging and it is high time that "global action must match global ambition."

Pointing out that terrorism continues to be a serious threat to global peace and security, PM Modi said on the other hand, "cyber, maritime and space are emerging as new areas of conflict"

Talking of growing global concern over dangers from new and evolving technologies, especially artificial intelligence, PM Modi said, "There is a need for balanced regulation at a global level, for the safe and responsible use of technology."

Expanding on his earlier statement that "this is not a time for war", PM Modi said, "When we are discussing the global future, we must accord the highest priority to a human-centric approach while prioritising sustainable development," adding that "We must also ensure human welfare, food and health security." He also declared that India was ready to share her experience in poverty eradication and bridging the digital divide.

In his closing remarks, PM Modi said that, "The success of humanity lies in our collective strength, not in the battlefield and for world peace and development, reform is essential for global organisations".

Besides his official engagements, Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the Indian diaspora in the United States at a mega event organised at the Nassau Coliseum Arena in New York's Long Island.

Tens of thousands of Indians gathered at the stadium. A packed house cheered on Prime Minister Modi as he took the stage to address Indian-Americans. The prime minister called them the "brand ambassadors" of India and thanked them for being the bridge between India and the United States. He credited people of Indian origin for their cultural and work ethos and for being rule-abiding citizens, saying it is primarily because of them that India gets the respect and recognition in the United States.

Calling India the new "land of opportunity", the prime minister spoke about the achievements in India in recent years, informing the Indian community about the progress made by India in several industries as well as the development in social infrastructure.

Before ending his speech, the Prime Minister announced two more consulates that will soon open in the US - in Boston and Los Angeles .

Upon his return, the Prime Minister's US visit was praised by all the allies in the NDA government - from Chandrababu Naidu's TDP and Nitish Kumar's JD(U) to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena and Jitan Ram Manjhi's Hindustani Awam Morcha.  

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