US and India Forge Stronger Ties Through Energy Talks

Vice President JD Vance and Prime Minister Narendra Modi met to discuss energy diversification collaboration. The US aims to support India using its nuclear technology. The meeting concluded with a friendly exchange of gifts and birthday wishes for the Vice President's son, Vivek.

In a significant diplomatic engagement, US Vice President JD Vance met with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday. The discussion primarily centered on how the United States can play a pivotal role in aiding India to diversify its energy sources through investments in clean and reliable nuclear technology.

Following the formal discussions, the leaders, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance, shared casual conversations over coffee. Prime Minister Modi marked the occasion by extending gifts to the Vance children and personally wished Vice President Vance's son, Vivek, a happy birthday, as noted in the White House's official statement.

In a gesture of mutual respect, Vice President Vance expressed gratitude towards PM Modi, lauding his hospitality and thoughtfulness. The meeting comes ahead of PM Modi's scheduled visit to the US, slated for February 12-13, upon the invitation of President Donald Trump. This visit will mark the first billed engagement between the two leaders since President Trump began his second term.

(With inputs from agencies.)