Washington/New Delhi: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday stated that India is expected to take appropriate measures regarding the repatriation of illegal immigrants following discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump made this announcement while speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, also mentioning that Modi might visit the United States in February. However, India's Ministry of External Affairs has yet to confirm the proposed visit.
“Discussed immigration with Modi. India will do what is right when it comes to taking back illegal immigrants,” Trump was quoted as saying by Reuters. He also highlighted the strong bilateral ties, saying, “I had a long talk with him this morning. He is going to be coming to the White House over the next month, probably February. We have a very good relationship with India.”
The conversation between the two leaders covered key global issues, including security in the Indo-Pacific region, developments in the Middle East and Europe, and strengthening bilateral trade relations. Prime Minister Modi later took to social media to express his satisfaction with the discussion. “Delighted to speak with my dear friend President @realDonaldTrump. Congratulated him on his historic second term. We are committed to a mutually beneficial and trusted partnership. We will work together for the welfare of our people and towards global peace, prosperity, and security,” Modi tweeted.
A statement from the White House underscored the significance of the dialogue, stating that both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening US-India cooperation. “Today, President Donald J. Trump held a productive call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India. The two leaders discussed expanding and deepening cooperation. They also addressed regional issues, including security in the Indo-Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe,” the statement read.
Additionally, the White House acknowledged discussions on advancing the Indo-Pacific Quad partnership, which India is set to host later this year. Trump also emphasized the importance of India procuring American-made security equipment and ensuring a fair bilateral trade framework, highlighting the strategic significance of the US-India relationship.
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Madikeri: In a major academic feat, Syeda Kashmira Simran, daughter of late Kashmir Simran Syed Nazir Ahmed and Syeda Nikhat Asma, founders of Mountain View School, Virajpet town, has been selected for the post of Civil Judge. She cleared and secured the 30th rank in the first attempt.
Syeda completed her primary and secondary education at Mountain View School, established by her parents in Virajpet, and pursued her pre-university education in Mangaluru.
She later obtained her BBA LL.B. degree from Vidya Vikas College in Mysuru.
In 2023, she began practicing as an advocate in Virajpet under the guidance of I.R. Pramod.
Speaking to Prajavani, Syeda said, “My father and mother gave high priority to education. They also strongly believed that girls should pursue higher education and lead a self-reliant life. I am now satisfied that I have fulfilled their dream.”
So far, four advocates who trained under the guidance of I.R. Pramod has been selected as Civil Judges.
More than 10,000 candidates appeared for the Civil Judge Examination, of whom 83 were selected. Among them, Syeda Kasmira Simran secured the 30th rank.
