New Delhi, February 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in paying homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his 395th birth anniversary. Taking to X, PM Modi posted that Shivaji Maharaj’s valour and vision laid the foundation for Swarajya (self-rule). “I pay homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti. His valour and visionary leadership laid the foundation for Swarajya, inspiring generations to uphold the values of courage and justice,” wrote the PM in his post. He further said that Shivaji inspires us to build a strong, self-reliant and prosperous India.
PM Modi also posted a video clip in honour of the great king. He said for him he is not just a name or a king but “Shivaji is a God and there is nothing bigger than God”. The PM said in the video, “…so many years have passed by but his values, and commitments continue to inspire us today… and based on these values, we have to complete the next 25 years of Amrit Kal… this journey will be to make India of Shivaji’s dreams .. this journey will be of swaraj, good governance and Atmanirbharta… this journey will be of Viksit Bharat..” Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025 Wishes: PM Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi and Other Leaders Extend Greetings on Shivaji Maharaj’s Birth Anniversary.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Shivaji Maharaj’s unmatched courage, commitment to justice and unwavering dedication to the welfare of the people continue to inspire all. In a post on X, he wrote, “I bow to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti on his Jayanti. His unmatched courage, commitment to justice and unwavering dedication to the welfare of the people continue to inspire us. Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy of selfless service, integrity and resilience will pave the way for prosperity and peace for coming generations.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah wrote in Marathi (loosely translated as): “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who declared ‘Hindavi Swarajya’, embodied a life of principles, duty, and religious devotion. He fought against the fanatic invaders, protecting the flag of eternal pride and dharma. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj will forever be remembered as a nation-builder. On Shiv Jayanti, a tribute to the symbol of unparalleled courage, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj!” Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025 Date, History and Significance: Know About Shiv Jayanti Celebrations in Maharashtra Marking Maratha Warrior King’s 395th Birth Anniversary.
In Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar attended Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj birth anniversary celebrations at Shivneri Fort, Junnar. They also interacted with children and the event featured cultural performances celebrating Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy.
CM Devendra Fadnavis while paying tributes to Shivaji posted on X, “His governance was as remarkable as his conquests, still inspiring generations. On his Birth Anniversary, salutations to a benevolent ruler and a master strategist, the Founder of Hindavi Swarajya, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj!” “Tributes to a great conqueror with the vision of Akhand Bharat, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Birth Anniversary! …Jai Bhavani! Jai Shivaji! Honouring Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founder of Hindavi Swarajya on his Birth Anniversary!” CM Fadnavis added in his post.
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Today, February 19, is the birth anniversary of the great Maratha King, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Born on this day in 1630. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy is honoured and remembered on this day. Additionally, Maharashtra observes Shiv Jayanti as a dry day. On the occasion of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, politicians across party lines took to social media to remember the Maratha king. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, “I bow to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti on his Jayanti,” while Congress leader Rahul Gandi said that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj inspired all to raise their voice with fearlessness and full dedication. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Maharashtra Deputy Chife Minster Eknath Shinde and several other leaders also paid tributes to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti 2025 Date: All About Shiv Jayanti That Marks The Birth Anniversary of the Founder of the Maratha Empire.
‘I Bow to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti on His Jayanti’
I bow to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti on his Jayanti. His unmatched courage, commitment to justice and unwavering dedication to the welfare of the people continue to inspire us.
Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy of selfless service, integrity and resilience will pave the way for…
‘His Valour and Visionary Leadership Laid the Foundation for Swarajya’
I pay homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his Jayanti.
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President Donald Trump is expected to welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House on Thursday. As only the fourth world leader to meet with the president since beginning his second term, the meeting underscores the importance of the U.S.-India relationship.
Modi, India’s most prominent leader in decades, remains a largely popular yet polarizing figure both at home and abroad. Officials in New Delhi are optimistic that his visit will pave the way for a renewed strategic partnership. Trump and Modi are expected to cover a broad range of issues; trade and tariffs are expected to dominate it.
Reuters reported that Modi is also expected to meet with billionaire tech CEO Elon Musk, whose Starlink’s entry to the South Asian market could be discussed. The two men are said to have a friendly relationship, with Musk meeting Modi in 2023.
“Trade is by far the most important agenda, with defense and foreign policy taking a secondary position this time around,” Siddhartha Dubey, a visiting professor of journalism at Bennett University in India, told FOX Business. The countries have “no progress on a trade deal,” he said.
India, the world’s fastest-growing major economy, has been spared any tariffs so far. But the stakes remain elevated.
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President Donald Trump is shown with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Motera, on the outskirts of Ahmedabad, India, on Feb. 24, 2020. (MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)
“This has been one of our strongest international partnerships in recent years,” Dubey said.
Trump and Modi enjoy a strong personal rapport, and their meeting is expected to shed more light on the evolving dynamics between the world’s most populous democracy and its most powerful one,
The U.S. is India’s largest trading partner, with trade reaching a record $129.2 billion in 2024. Currently, the trade surplus is around $35 billion in India’s favor. India is also one of the most protectionist economies, and Trump is sure to press for more access.
Dubey warned that “privately, many Indians feel Delhi could be in Trump’s crosshairs soon,” especially with the news of Trump saying he will implement reciprocal tariffs on any countries with tariffs on U.S. goods, which could include India. And most recently, he introduced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports with no exceptions. But Modi is keen to avert a potential trade war. Over the next few days, he is expected to offer some major concessions in an attempt to move toward what the White House calls a “fair bilateral trading relationship.”
India is already showing a willingness to ease its own tariffs in what are believed to be preemptive moves to stave off U.S. tariffs. India has slashed duties on key U.S. exports. This month, for example, India cut tariffs on motorcycles in a move that benefits American company Harley-Davidson. U.S. motorcycle exports to India amounted to only about $3 million last year.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, right, meets with Elon Musk in New York on June 20, 2023. (Indian Press Information Bureau/Handout/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images)
Despite the steps India has taken to address Trump’s concerns, the country remains at risk. Trump has often criticized India as being one of the “very big tariff abusers,” and just last month he called the nation a “tremendous tariff maker.”
Trump’s top economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, echoed those criticisms on Monday, saying “India has enormously high” tariffs that act as an import barrier. During his first term, Trump railed against India’s steep tariffs, dubbing it a “tariff king.” In 2019, he revoked India’s special trade privileges, prompting India to retaliate by slapping tariffs on dozens of U.S. goods.
According to World Trade Organization data, India’s simple average tariff rate is 17%, significantly higher than the U.S. rate of about 3.3%.
“This is unfair,” Dubey told FOX Business. “And I do not believe that President Trump will turn a blind eye. India has to cut its high tariffs, there’s no question about it,” he added.
President Donald Trump signs executive orders on Monday imposing 25% tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, the latest salvo in his ongoing effort to overhaul the U.S. trading relationship with the rest of the world. (Jabin Botsford/Washington Post via Getty Images)
Nonetheless, India remains confident in being able to navigate Trump’s “America First” policies. During the upcoming meeting, Modi is anticipated to propose an increase in energy product imports from the U.S. to address the trade imbalance. India’s oil secretary says companies there are hoping to purchase U.S. liquefied natural gas after Trump lifted a ban on new export permits. As the fourth-largest importer of liquefied natural gas, India is well-positioned to further its energy trade with the U.S.
When it comes to defense imports, Reuters reports that Modi is negotiating the purchase and co-production of combat vehicles as well as finalizing a fighter jet engine deal. India is the world’s largest importer of military equipment, and Trump wants the country to buy more U.S.-made security equipment. The push comes as the U.S. and Russia are competing to secure India’s fifth-generation fighter jet deal. New Delhi is also focused on attracting greater investment from U.S. companies in manufacturing and services, particularly the insurance sector.
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Modi arrived in Washington on Wednesday after a visit to France for a global conference on artificial intelligence. During his time there, Modi met with Vice President JD Vance, further strengthening diplomatic ties. In a departure statement, Modi expressed eagerness for his meeting with “my friend, President Trump,” which is sure to present both opportunities and challenges.
Indo-U.S. trade ties have grown steadily over the years, but Modi has acknowledged that the partnership can be deepened in several critical areas, including technology, trade, defense, energy and supply chain resilience.
“Modi and his team need to do more to assuage Trump and his team that they will lift certain duties and make India a whole lot friendlier to U.S. exporters,” Dubey said.
On the occasion of World Radio Day today, February 13, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend World Radio Day greetings. In his post, PM Narendra Modi said that radio has been a timeless lifeline for several people. “From news and culture to music and storytelling, it is a powerful medium that celebrates creativity,” his post read. The Indian Prime Minister also said that he compliments all those associated with the world of radio. Every year, World Radio Day is celebrated on February 13. This year, the theme is “Radio and Climate Change”. World Radio Day 2025 Date & Theme: Know History And Significance Of The Day That Highlights The Importance Of Radio.
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Radio has been a timeless lifeline for several people—informing, inspiring and connecting people. From news and culture to music and storytelling, it is a powerful medium that celebrates creativity.
I compliment all those associated with the world of…
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On the occasion of Swami Dayananda Saraswati Jayanti 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the revered social reformer, highlighting his contributions to education, women empowerment, and the preservation of Indian heritage. Taking to X on Wednesday, February 12, PM Modi wrote, “Tributes to the great thinker, social reformer, and ardent nationalist Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati on his birth anniversary. He remained engaged throughout his life in making society aware against ignorance, superstition, and ostentation. His efforts for education and women empowerment as well as preservation of Indian heritage and culture will always inspire the countrymen.” Guru Ravidas Jayanti 2025 Date in India: What is Purnima Tithi Timings? Know Significance of the Day That Marks the Birth Anniversary of the Famous Saint of Bhakti Movement.
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महान चिंतक, समाज सुधारक और प्रखर राष्ट्रवादी महर्षि दयानंद सरस्वती जी को उनकी जन्म-जयंती पर कोटि-कोटि नमन। वे जीवनपर्यंत समाज को अज्ञानता, अंधविश्वास और आडंबर के खिलाफ जागरूक करने में जुटे रहे। शिक्षा और महिला सशक्तिकरण के साथ-साथ भारतीय विरासत और संस्कृति के संरक्षण के लिए उनके…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion of Thaipusam, a sacred festival dedicated to Lord Murugan. Taking to social media, PM Modi wished for strength, prosperity, and wisdom for all. “Wishing everyone a joyous and blessed Thaipoosam! May the divine grace of Lord Murugan guide us with strength, prosperity, and wisdom. On this sacred occasion, I pray for happiness, good health, and success for all,” he wrote. The Prime Minister also expressed hope that the festival would bring peace and positivity into people’s lives. Concluding his message, he chanted, “Vetrivel Muruganuku Arogara!” – a traditional chant invoking the blessings of Lord Murugan. Thaipoosam, celebrated by devotees across India and worldwide, marks the day when Goddess Parvati gifted Lord Murugan the divine spear to defeat evil forces. Thaipusam 2025 Images and HD Wallpapers for Free Download Online: Share Wishes, Greetings, Quotes and Messages To Celebrate Auspicious Tamil Hindu Festival.
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Wishing everyone a joyous and blessed Thaipoosam!
May the divine grace of Lord Murugan guide us with strength, prosperity and wisdom. On this sacred occasion, I pray for happiness, good health and success for all.
May this day also bring peace and positivity into our lives!…
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PM Narendra Modi took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on February 5, immersing himself in the sacred waters as part of the revered tradition. Modi, dressed in traditional attire, performed rituals and offered prayers before stepping into the river. he PM had visited earlier as well to review the preparations for the grand event. Security arrangements were tightened for the occasion, ensuring a smooth and peaceful event. PM Narendra Modi To Visit Prayagraj Today To Take Holy Dip in Sangam at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025; Local Residents Express Elation, Excitement.
PM Narendra Modi Takes Holy Dip at Triveni Sangam
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On the 49th Indian Coast Guard Raising Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the Coast Guard personnel, praising their unwavering dedication to safeguarding India’s maritime borders. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “Today, on their Raising Day, we laud the Indian Coast Guard for safeguarding our vast coastline with bravery, dedication and relentless vigilance. From maritime security to disaster response, from anti-smuggling operations to environmental protection, the Indian Coast Guard is a formidable guardian of our seas, ensuring the safety of our waters and people.” Indian Coast Guard Day 2025 Wishes: Amit Shah, Mallikarjun Kharge and Other Leaders Extend Greetings to ICG Personnel, Salute Their Services on 49th Coast Guard Raising Day.
PM Narendra Modi Extends Indian Coast Guard Wishes
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On Mahatma Gandhi’s 77th death anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders across party lines paid tribute to the Father of the Nation. Observed as Martyrs’ Day, January 30 marks the day in 1948 when Gandhi was assassinated by Nathuram Godse in Delhi’s Birla Bhavan. Remembering his legacy of non-violence and peace, Modi urged citizens to uphold Gandhi’s ideals. Congress, BJP, and other leaders will gather at Raj Ghat to honour his contributions to India’s freedom struggle. Tributes poured in from across the country, reaffirming lasting impact of “Bapu” on India’s democracy and social justice. Mahatma Gandhi Punyatithi 2025 Date and Significance: Everything To Know About Martyrs’ Day To Mark the Death Anniversary of the Father of the Nation.
PM Modi Pays Tribute To Mahatma Gandhi on His Punyatithi
Tributes to Pujya Bapu on his Punya Tithi. His ideals motivate us to build a developed India. I also pay tributes to all those martyred for our nation and recall their service as well as sacrifices.
विश्व को सत्य और अहिंसा को आत्मसात कर परतंत्रता व अत्याचार से मुक्ति का मार्ग दिखाने वाले परम पूज्य राष्ट्रपिता महात्मा गाँधी जी की पुण्यतिथि पर विनम्र श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित करता हूँ।
बापू के स्वच्छता के संदेश ने देश में बड़े बदलाव का सूत्रपात किया है। आपका अनुशासित एवं आदर्श… pic.twitter.com/16Kd5DYjuJ
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President Donald Trump’s return to the White House has sent ripples across the globe, but India remains largely optimistic about his second term. Just over a week into Trump’s presidency, India is signaling its readiness to adapt to his transactional style of diplomacy.
Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a “productive call” Monday, focused on “expanding and deepening cooperation.”
According to a White House readout, the leaders discussed geopolitical issues and bilateral trade. Trump emphasized the importance of India increasing its purchases of American-made security equipment to help balance the trade relationship between the two countries. The call is believed to be among the first Trump has taken from foreign leaders since his return to office.
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“Expectations are high for U.S.-India relations with Trump having taken office. He and Modi have a strong chemistry, given their similar worldviews and governance styles,” Michael Kugelman, director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Center told Fox News Digital.
Modi has enjoyed a strong rapport and personal bond with Trump. “We have a very good relationship with India,” Trump told reporters on Air Force One after his call with Modi.
In 2020, Modi threw a massive rally for Trump in his home state of Gujarat, where both leaders spoke admiringly of each other in front of a crowd exceeding 110,000 people. The previous year, Trump likened Modi to Elvis Presley for his ability to draw large crowds at a joint rally in Texas. However, Trump’s sweeping immigration crackdown is raising some concerns for Indians.
According to the Pew Research Center, India is one of the top sources of illegal immigration to the United States. An estimated 725,000 Indians were residing in the U.S. illegally as of 2022. Furthermore, Customs and Border Patrol encountered nearly 90,500 Indian citizens in fiscal year 2024 alone. The immigration unease also comes as H-1B visas, one of the most common legal pathways of entry for Indians, have been a hotly contested topic by Trump’s supporters. On Monday, however, Trump dismissed immigration concerns, expressing confidence India will “do what is right.”
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President Donald Trump, center, with first lady Melania Trump, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, tour Gandhi Ashram, Monday, Feb. 24, 2020, in Ahmedabad, India.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Trade is another possible point of contention that could affect U.S.-India relations.
Just a day after Trump held his call with Modi, he denounced India, China and Brazil as “tremendous tariff maker(s).” Speaking to House Republicans in Florida, Trump emphasized that the nations harm the U.S. with high tariffs. He highlighted plans to target the countries, asserting, “we’re not going to let that happen any longer because we’re going to put America first.”
Trump threatened high tariffs on imported goods throughout his presidential campaign and slammed India as a “very big abuser.” During his first term, Trump dubbed India the “tariff king” amid trade disagreements. In 2019, he revoked India’s special trade privileges. In retaliation, India slapped tariffs on more than two dozen U.S. goods.
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Modi is casting India as a rising global player and seeks to enhance trade ties with the U.S., especially in the face of Trump’s international tariff threats. Trump has proposed a “universal” tax of 10% or 20% on all international imports, and India would be no exception. India, the world’s fifth-largest economy, aims to boost bilateral trade with the U.S. while reducing dependence on China. The two countries are India’s top trading partners.
Recent legal allegations have also tested the burgeoning relationship between India and the U.S. Last year, American prosecutors charged Indian government agents with what they said was a plot to assassinate an American citizen on U.S. soil. Months later, the Justice Department indicted Indian tycoon Gautam Adani on fraud and bribery charges. Despite these challenges, the bilateral relationship has endured.
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“There will be challenges to navigate, for sure, both those inherited from the Biden administration – like the Justice Department investigation of an alleged Indian government involvement in a murder-for-hire plot in New York, and new ones like trade,” Kugelman explains. “But we can see from New Delhi’s recent signaling that it’s prepared to act preemptively to lower the risk of tensions.”
In the days since Trump took office, India has said it would explore lowering tariffs, taking back some of the illegal Indian migrants and importing more U.S. oil to reduce imports from Russia.
President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, pictured here, held a joint press conference in the Rose Garden of the White House, on Monday, June 26, 2017.(Sipa USA via AP)
As India works to bolster defense, technology and trade ties with the United States, the nation is expressing confidence that it is better positioned than others to weather Trump’s “America First” administration. “I know today a lot of countries are nervous about the U.S., let’s be honest about that. We are not one of them,” Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar said days after the November election.
Washington views India, the world’s largest democracy, as a counterbalance to China’s growing assertiveness. Additionally, Trump is largely unconcerned with Modi’s policies, which have been deemed problematic by many global leaders. The two align in style and rhetoric, particularly when it comes to national pride.
Kugelman told Fox News Digital, “the U.S. and India will continue to share a number of strong policy and strategic convergences, chief among them countering China.”
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Trump’s administration also features prominent Indian-Americans. His pick for FBI director, Kash Patel, faces a high-stake Senate confirmation hearing this week. If confirmed, he will be the FBI’s first Indian American leader, as well as its youngest director. Trump has also picked Dr. Jay Bhattacharya for director, National Institutes of Health and Harmeet K. Dhillon as assistant attorney general for Civil Rights. Others, like former 2024 presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy and senior policy adviser for AI, Sriram Krishnan, already hold significant advisory roles in the administration. While they brought hope to many Indian immigrants, Krishnan, a first-generation Indian, has become a MAGA lightning rod. Additionally, while not a member of the cabinet, Vice President JD Vance’s wife, Usha, is the first woman of Indian origin to be second lady.
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India remains optimistic about strengthening its relationship with the United States under Trump’s leadership, viewing it as an opportunity to further its strategic interests on the global stage. Modi is expected to meet with Trump as soon as next month. Meanwhile, Trump is expected to visit India later this year to attend a Quad Leaders’ Summit hosted by New Delhi.
“The fact that India, with its nationalist government and strong confidence as a rising power, would so quickly and publicly acknowledge a willingness to consider making concessions to the U.S. says a lot about just how much it wants its partnership with Washington to work in the second Trump administration,” Kugelman said.
