• Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington D.C. for a two-day visit, including a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump and a meeting with the US Intel chief, Tulsi Gabbard.
• The meeting between PM Modi and President Trump comes amidst rising tensions concerning Trump's tariffs, his Gaza peace plan, and the mass deportation of illegal immigrants, all of which are expected to be discussed.
• PM Modi's visit marks him as the fourth global leader to meet with President Trump at the White House since Trump's second term inauguration.
• During his stay, PM Modi is residing at Blair House, the historic guest residence for dignitaries visiting the White House, known for its luxurious accommodations and historical significance.
• Following his meeting with Tulsi Gabbard, PM Modi stated that they discussed various aspects of India-US relations, congratulating her on her recent appointment as US Intel chief.
• The agenda for the Modi-Trump meeting likely includes mitigating potential punitive trade actions against India, exploring a possible trade pact, and enhancing cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, energy, defense, technology, and immigration.
• In addition to his meetings with President Trump and Tulsi Gabbard, PM Modi is also expected to meet with Elon Musk to discuss Starlink's potential entry into the South Asian market, among other topics.