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US hands over 297 stolen Indian antiquities amid PM Modi’s visit | Latest News India

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During Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s ongoing visit, the US handed “297 antiquities” to India that had been smuggled out of the country, an official statement on Sunday said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Joe Biden beside one of the returned artefacts on Sunday.(X/Narendra Modi) The official statement from the Prime Minister’s Office said “On the occasion of the visit of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to the United States, the US side facilitated the return of 297 antiquities that had been stolen or trafficked from India.” PM Modi also took to X to share the news, saying, “Deepening cultural connect and strengthening the fight against illicit trafficking of cultural properties. I am extremely grateful to President Biden and the US Government for ensuring the return of 297 invaluable antiquities to India.” Additionally, he posted pictures of the returned antiquities alongside President Joe Biden. He thanked Joe Biden for supporting the return of these artefacts, emphasising that they are not merely part of India’s historical material culture, but also represent the core of its …

The 297 Antiquities US Handed Over To India During PM Modi’s Visit

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Extant bust portion depicting a two-armed male deity wearing an ornamented headgear The US has handed over to India 297 antiquities during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. These antiquities were smuggled out of the country and were recovered. Trafficking of cultural property is a longstanding issue that has affected many cultures and countries throughout history, and India has been particularly hit. “Deepening cultural connect and strengthening the fight against illicit trafficking of cultural properties. I am extremely grateful to President Biden and the US Government for ensuring the return of 297 invaluable antiquities to India,” PM Modi said on X. He thanked President Joe Biden for his support in the return of these artefacts. He noted that these objects were not just part of India’s historical material culture, but formed the inner core of its civilisation and consciousness. With this, the total number of ancient items recovered by India since 2014 has gone to 640, officials said, adding the number returned from the US alone will be 578. This is the maximum number …

News18 Evening Digest: What PM Narendra Modi’s Visit To The US Means, And Other Top Stories

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Last Updated: September 22, 2024, 17:49 IST Speaking during the Cancer Moonshot event in Wilmington, Prime Minister Modi said that he is glad that in Quad, we have decided to jointly face the challenge of cervical cancer. (Image/ANI) We are also covering: Jagan Reddy Writes To PM Modi Over Tirupati Laddoo Controversy, Coldplay India Fans Urge Band To Ban Reselling of Sold-Out Mumbai Shows, and other top stories. In today’s evening digest, News18 brings latest updates on PM Modi’s visit to the US, Quad Agrees To UNSC Seat Expansion, and other top stories After Trips to Ukraine and Russia, What PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to the US Means | Analysis Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent diplomatic engagements have placed India at the forefront of global attention. His attendance at the G7 summit in Italy, followed by visits to Russia and Ukraine culminating in a trip to the United States, coupled with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Berlin, signal a …

Afternoon briefing: PM Modi gifts vintage silver train model to Biden; Omar Abdullah reacts to Amit Shah’s NC jibe | Latest News India

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Sep 22, 2024 01:14 PM IST A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items you should check out Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented US President Joe Biden with a silver antique train model and First Lady Jill Biden with a pashmina shawl following the Quad leaders summit on Saturday. These gifts symbolize the strong diplomatic ties between India and the United States, highlighted in a joint statement by the two leaders, who described their relationship as the “defining partnership of the 21st century.” The train model, crafted from 92.5% silver, showcases the intricate hand-engraving skills of artisans from Maharashtra, underscoring India’s rich craftsmanship. Dig Deeper Prime minister Narendra Modi presented US President Joe Biden with a silver antique train model National Conference (NC) vice president Omar Abdullah criticized Home Minister Amit Shah for blaming the Abdullah family for terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah challenged Shah to clarify whom he holds responsible—NC or Pakistan. “Amit Shah should come clean,” he stated, noting that while the BJP blames Pakistan …

PM Modi’s special gifts to US President Biden, First Lady: Hand-engraved train model, pashmina shawl

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Image Source : PTI (FILE) Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden PM Modi US visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted an antique silver hand-engraved train model to US President Joe Biden and a pashmina shawl to First Lady Jill Biden. Biden hosted Prime Minister Modi at his residence in Delaware on Saturday on the sidelines of the Quda Leaders Summit.  PM Modi is on a three-day visit to the United States, where he took part in the Quad Leaders’ Summit hosted by US President Biden at his hometown.   Here’s what PM Modi gifted Joe Biden PM Modi gifted an antique silver hand-engraved train model to President Biden. This vintage silver hand-engraved train model is a rare and extraordinary piece, masterfully crafted by artisans from Maharashtra – renowned for its rich heritage in silver craftsmanship. Made of 92.5 per cent silver, the model showcases the pinnacle of Indian metalworking artistry, with elaborate details achieved through traditional techniques such as engraving, repoussé (hammering from the reverse to create raised designs), …

India to award 50 Quad scholarships worth ₹4 crore; Details here

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India will award 50 Quad scholarships worth ₹4 crore under a new initiative announced during the Quad Leaders’ Summit on Sunday. These scholarships will be awarded to students from the Indo-Pacific who want to pursue undergraduate engineering program. “India is pleased to announce a new initiative to award fifty Quad scholarships, worth $500,000 [ ₹4,17,40,225], to students from the Indo-Pacific to pursue a 4-year undergraduate engineering program at a Government of India-funded technical institution,” stated the Wilmington Declaration Joint Statement released by the White House on Sunday. PM Modi at Quad Summit The announcement came as Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Quad Leaders’ Summit early Sunday (IST). He also took part in the Quad Cancer Moonshot event and held bilateral meetings with US President Biden, Japan’s Fumio Kishida and Australia’s Anthony Albanese.  During the two events, PM Modi made a slew of announcements. PM Modi said that the Quad is not against anyone, but for a rules-based international order and respect for sovereignty, in a veiled reference to China. “Free, open, inclusive and prosperous …

‘One Earth, One Health’: India To Contribute $7.5 mn Under ‘Quad Cancer Moonshot’ Initiative, Says PM Modi

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Last Updated: September 22, 2024, 07:47 IST Washington D.C., United States of America (USA) Speaking during the Cancer Moonshot event in Wilmington, Prime Minister Modi said that he is glad that in Quad, we have decided to jointly face the challenge of cervical cancer. (Image/ANI) The groundbreaking initiative was announced during the sixth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday and aims to save lives in the Indo-Pacific region by combating cervical cancer Affirming India’s vision of ‘One Earth, One Health’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a contribution of $7.5 million for sampling kits, detection kits and vaccines under the ‘Quad Cancer Moonshot’ initiative. The groundbreaking initiative was announced during the sixth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday and aims to save lives in the Indo-Pacific region by combating cervical cancer. Speaking during the Cancer Moonshot event in Wilmington, Prime Minister Modi said that he is glad that in Quad, “we have decided to jointly face the challenge of cervical cancer”. “I heartily congratulate President Biden for organising this important event. …

Will Quad Survive Beyond November? Biden’s Gesture. PM Modi By His Side

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The Quad summit is being held in Biden’s hometown of Wilmington, Delaware. US President Joe Biden, one of the architects of the Quad grouping, was asked ahead of the Quad summit in Delaware if it would survive beyond November elections. The question was posed at the outgoing President – who is not seeking re-election – as he posed for a photo with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian and Japanese counterparts, Anthony Albanese and Fumio Kishida. The four leaders represent the four member countries of the Quad, a security and strategic grouping committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific. Responding to the question on Quad’s future, Biden turned around and placed a hand across PM Modi’s shoulder and said, “(It will survive) way beyond November.” The Quad summit is being held in Biden’s hometown of Wilmington, Delaware. The US elections this November will see a Kamala Harris versus Donald Trump fight with Biden not returning to the ring. Japan’s Kishida too has announced he won’t seek re-election. This implies both the US and Japan …

Free, Open Indo-Pacific Is Our Shared Priority

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The Quad is here to stay, said PM Modi. A free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific is the shared priority and commitment of the Quad countries, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Quad summit on Saturday. Joe Biden, Australian PM Anthony Albanese, and Japan PM Fumio Kishida were also present at the meeting being held at the US President’s hometown of Wilmington. In his opening remarks, 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. A free, open, inclusive, and prosperous Indo-Pacific is our shared priority and shared commitment,” he told the Quad leaders. The Quad has taken several positive and inclusive initiatives in areas such as health security, critical and emerging technologies, climate …

India-US Conclude Bilateral Talks, Quad Leaders’ Meeting To Begin Soon; PM Modi in US; PM Modi US; PM Modi Quad Summit Live

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PM Modi is also likely to hold bilateral discussions with some other world leaders. Prime Minister Narendra Modi today arrived in Philadelphia for his three-day US Visit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with US President Joe Biden ahead of the Quad Leaders’ Summit today.  US President Biden opted for his hometown of Wilmington – around 170 kilometres from Washington – to host the farewell summit for Quad leaders. Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Philadelphia today. He then headed to US President Joe Biden’s hometown of Wilmington, Delaware, where the two leaders held bilateral discussions.  PM Modi is also likely to hold bilateral discussions with some other world leaders on the sidelines of the UN summit.  Here are the LIVE updates on Prime Minister Modi’s US visit: PM Modi and President Biden during their bilateral meeting exchanged views on global and regional issues, including the Indo-Pacific region and beyond, the Ministry of External Affairs said. 🇮🇳-🇺🇸|Further advancing the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. PM @narendramodi & @POTUS@JoeBiden held bilateral talks in Wilmington, Delaware today. …