Strengthening Regional Ties: U.S. Consulate Backs Educational Initiatives for Enhanced Indo-Pacific Understanding Bengaluru, November 20, 2024: U.S. Consul General in Chennai Chris Hodges launched the Indo-Pacific curriculum (IPC) at Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru on Thursday November 19, 2024. The Indo-Pacific Circle (IPC), Centre for East Asian Studies (CEAS), Christ University, and the Council for Strategic and Defense Research (CSDR) jointly developed the curriculum, which was funded …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 November, 2024 | Topics: Bengaluru, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, October 25: U.S. Consul General Chennai Chris Hodges and Tamil Nadu Minister of Information Technology and Digital Services Dr. Palanivel Thiaga Rajan hosted the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) India Annual General Meeting on October 24 in Chennai with the aim of fostering cooperation among U.S. Government and U.S. private-sector security professionals across India. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 October, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, August 24: United States Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Jennifer R. Littlejohn visited Chennai on August 22 and 23 to engage with civic leaders, businesses, and academic institutions on U.S.-India cooperation in science, green technology, and climate resilience, including river restoration through the Ambassador’s Water Experts Program. Acting Assistant Secretary Littlejohn said, “U.S.-India collaboration in science …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 24 August, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
CHENNAI, JULY 19: United States Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti celebrated the 248th U.S. National Day in Chennai on Thursday, July 18, 2024, hailing the expanding U.S.-India partnership, particularly in the domains of space exploration and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The American National Day, also referred to as the Fourth of July in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 19 July, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Bengaluru, June 10: The Assistant Chief of the Indian Naval staff Rear Admiral Nirbhay Bapna, Senior Defense Official and U.S. Defense Attaché Rear Admiral Michael Baker, and Christ University Vice Chancellor Rev. Dr. Jose CC inaugurated the “Partners in Progress” symposium jointly organized by Elliott School of International Affairs, George Washington University, and Christ University, Bengaluru, with support …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 June, 2024 | Topics: Bengaluru, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Ambassador Also Visits the Science Gallery Bengaluru and Meets Visually Impaired Cricket Team Bengaluru, May 25: This week, U.S. Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti visited Bengaluru to meet with space sector business leaders and entrepreneurs to spotlight robust economic and commercial relations between the United States and India that will, transform the coming century, from …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 May, 2024 | Topics: Bengaluru, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
USAID and Vignan’s Foundation Collaborate to Mitigate Climate Change and Boost Agroforestry in Andhra Pradesh Vadlamudi, Guntur, May 17, 2024: Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology and Research inaugurated a new, cutting-edge tree nursery at Vadlamudi, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. The nursery will contribute to local and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 17 May, 2024 | Topics: Hyderabad, News, Press Releases, U.S. & India, U.S. Agencies
By – U.S. Consul General Chennai Chris Hodges “Beyond Diplomacy: How the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Unites Nations by Safeguarding Heritage” Today we commemorate World Heritage Day – an international day to recognize the monuments and sites that encapsulate the depths and diversity of our histories. In celebrating our heritages, we reach beyond …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 May, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, March 27: American Diplomats from U.S. Consulate General Chennai opened the first Women in Security (WiS) networking forum conducted by the U.S. Department of State’s Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) Chennai Chapter with host Cognizant Corporate Security in Chennai on March 22. OSAC is a public-private partnership between the U.S. Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 March, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Port Blair, India, March 19: U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750) departed Port Blair, India, Saturday morning, and conducted two-day exercise ‘Sea Defender 2024,’ with the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). Bertholf’s stop in Port Blair marks the first time a U.S. Coast Guard cutter has called upon the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. During the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 19 March, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, March 15: Bookended by Black History Month and Women’s History Month, U.S. Consulate General Chennai released the world’s first authorized Tamil-language version of two books by celebrated American author, poet, memoirist, actor, and civil rights activist Maya Angelou. In 2010, former U.S. President Barack Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom – the nation’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 March, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
New Delhi — The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi opened its doors on Saturday, March 9, 2024, to interview over 1,000 visitor visa applicants. Ambassador Garcetti joined the Embassy team to support the surge and assist in the fingerprint verification process. Ambassador Garcetti said, “the foundation of our U.S.-India partnership is the network of relationships …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 March, 2024 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador Garcetti, Press Release, Visa
Chennai, March 7: Leading global media and entertainment company Warner Bros. Discovery and the U.S. Consulate General Chennai jointly hosted the India premiere of “The Color Purple” at PVR Sathyam theater in Chennai on March 7, 2024, to mark Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (March 8). Acclaimed filmmaker Pa. Ranjith, a strong advocate …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 March, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Media Note Puducherry, March 7: Students from various disciplines of Pondicherry University gained interesting insights on space science when Dr. Swati Mohan, Mars Launch System Chief Engineer, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory addressed them on Thursday, February 7. In a lecture/presentation on “55+ years of Space Exploration” at an interactive event organized by the U.S. Consulate General Chennai in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 March, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Media Note Chennai, March 5: Around 200 students and science enthusiasts in Chennai gained interesting insights on space science when they were addressed by Dr. Swati Mohan, Mars Launch System Chief Engineer, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory on Tuesday, March 5. In a presentation on “Mars 2020: From Launch to Landing” at an interactive event organized by …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 5 March, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Remarks by U.S. Consul General Chennai Christopher Hodges at WEConnect “Empowering Inclusion – Advancing Sustainable Value Chains Summit” on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru. Good morning, everyone. It is a real pleasure to be with all of you this morning at the concluding summit for a nationwide, throughout India, set of summits. Elizabeth [WeConnect …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 February, 2024 | Topics: Bengaluru, Press Releases, U.S. & India
New Delhi: On February 20, 2024, the United States and the Republic of Korea formalized their commitment to strengthening collaboration in India through the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This partnership, facilitated by their respective international development agencies, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), aims …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 February, 2024 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Press Release, USAID
On February 23, 2024, Indian and U.S. officials met in New Delhi for the 11th bilateral Consular Dialogue. The Indian delegation, led by Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, Joint Secretary (CPV) in the Ministry of External Affairs, hosted the U.S. delegation led by Ambassador Rena Bitter, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department of State. The …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 February, 2024 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Consular Dialogue, Press Release
Empowering the next generation of Indian and American changemakers through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Kochi, February 16: The U.S. Consulate General Chennai and the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today to establish an American Corner at the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 16 February, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Students get insights on U.S. Higher Education at the Fair Mangaluru, February 15: The United States government showed students how to pursue their higher education dreams at the many U.S. university campuses at educational fairs in Manipal, Mangaluru, and Surathkal on February 14 and 15. The U.S. Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 February, 2024 | Topics: Bengaluru, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Coimbatore, February 15: The U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, U.S. Commercial Service in India, and U.S. Consulate General Chennai will host a free U.S. higher education fair in Coimbatore on February 19. U.S. Consul General Chennai Christopher Hodges highlighted that the United States remains the top host of international students globally, a …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 February, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Kochi, February 14: The U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, U.S. Commercial Service in India, and U.S. Consulate General Chennai will host a free U.S. higher education fair in Kochi on February 17, Saturday. The fair is being held in association with the Kerala government-run recruitment agency Overseas Development and Employment Promotion Consultants Ltd …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 February, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Bengaluru, February 9: The U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, U.S. Commercial Service in India, and U.S. Consulate General Chennai will host a series of free U.S. higher education fairs in Bengaluru, Manipal, Mangaluru, Kochi, and Coimbatore from February 12-20. U.S. Consul General Chennai Christopher Hodges highlighted that the United States remains the top host …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 February, 2024 | Topics: Bengaluru, Press Releases, U.S. & India
January 29, 2024, New Delhi – The U.S. Consular Team in India processed more visas than ever before in 2023, bringing down visitor visa appointment wait times by 75%. In 2023, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in India processed a record-smashing 1.4 million U.S. visas. Demand across all visa classes was unprecedented, with a 60% …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 29 January, 2024 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Consular, Press Release, U.S.-India, Visas
Highlights the U.S.-India scientific collaboration and opportunities available for students, scholars, and the public. Thiruvananthapuram, January 22: The U.S. Consulate General Chennai, which has been an integral part of South India’s academic and cultural landscape for the last 76 years, partnered with the Government of Kerala to host a U.S. pavilion at the inaugural …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 22 January, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
January 11, 2024 Chennai, India – The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) on Thursday, January 11 celebrated the launch of a major strategic investment in critical supply chains with a U.S. company’s new solar panel manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, India. DFC provided a $500 million loan to support the establishment of First Solar’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 January, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
New Delhi, January 11, 2024 – Herbie Hancock and Dianne Reeves, iconic figures in the world of jazz, accompanied by the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at UCLA Ensemble, will visit New Delhi and Mumbai from January 14-25. Their performances and master classes with students will be dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 January, 2024 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador Garcetti, Herbie Hancock, Martin Luther King Day, Press Release
Highlights books and resources available for students, scholars, and the public. Empowering the next generation of Indian and American leaders. Chennai, January 5: The American Center Chennai, which has been an integral part of Chennai’s cultural and literary landscape for the last 76 years, will offer an American Center Pavilion during the 47th Chennai Book …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 5 January, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Mysuru, Jan 4, 2024: The U.S. Mission in India and its implementing partner University of Mysore officially announced the U.S.-funded conservation efforts for the Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion Folklore Museum in Mysuru, Karnataka on Thursday, January 4, 2024. This project, funded through the U.S. government’s Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP), supports the conservation of the West Wing of the Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 4 January, 2024 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: AFCP, U.S. Consulate General Chennai, U.S.-India
Office of the Spokesperson U.S. Embassy, India New Delhi, December 1, 2023: Today, the U.S. government commemorated World AIDS Day and acknowledged the progress that has been made in partnership with India and countries around the world toward the shared vision of ending HIV/AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. This year’s World AIDS …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 1 December, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: PEPFAR, World Aids Day
Students engage with NASA-ISRO Officials Bengaluru, November 29: NASA Administrator Bill Nelson encouraged students during an event entitled, “Reaching for the Stars: A Conversation with NASA and ISRO,” at Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum (VITM) in Bengaluru on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. The event, jointly organized by the U.S. government and VITM, aimed to …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 29 November, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Press Releases, U.S. & India
November 20, 2023 New Delhi — From November 20-26, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA) of the Bureau for Asia Anjali Kaur is visiting India to advance the U.S.-India development partnership and to meet with government officials, development partners, and visit USAID-supported sites in Dharamshala and New Delhi. While in Dharamshala, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 November, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Press Release, USAID
To my friends from the media, thank you so much for being here. The end of the week, I went to sleep at about 03:00 a.m., so I’m a little less coherent. I was traveling back from the Cricket World cup, which, even though I know it was not the outcome that India had hoped …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 November, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador remarks, iCET, U.S.-India 2+2
U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti’s Remarks At the “TechSurge: India’s Deep Tech Transformation” Conference Organized by Celesta Capital and U.S.-India Business Council October 18, 2023 Hotel ITC Maurya, New Delhi: A very good morning. Thank you so much, Arun, from the other California — we have one California; north and south come together here and, it’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 18 October, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador remarks, US-India, USAID
Chennai, October 10: The U.S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC) announced its full slate of investments in the linked release . Please find the India-specific information below: Bolstering clean energy manufacturing and diversifying critical supply chains in India: A $425 million loan to TP Solar Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited, will finance the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 October, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
September 20, 2023 New Delhi — Today the United States and India launched a mechanism that will facilitate deployment of 10,000 made-in-India electric buses in cities across the country, bringing into reality a joint vision first announced during Prime Minister Modi’s official state visit to the White House. The United States is proud to partner …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 September, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador, Press Release, USAID
Chennai, September 12: Joel Sathiaraj from IIT Madras won the Alfred Butts intercollegiate Scrabble tournament organized by the American Center, U.S. Consulate General Chennai in association with Queen Mary’s College in Chennai on September 8 and 9, 2023. Jebrish T. and Anindita S. Raju from the Presidency College finished second and third respectively. As many …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 September, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
September 8, 2023 The White House Press Release 1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed United States President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., to India today, reaffirming the close and enduring partnership between India and the United States. The leaders expressed their appreciation for the substantial progress underway to implement the ground breaking achievements of Prime …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 September, 2023 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Joint Statement, U.S.-India
Bengaluru: Students and parents interested in learning about opportunities to pursue higher education in the United States are invited to participate in an in-person fair with U.S. university representatives. EducationUSA at Yashna Trust, Bengaluru, in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate General Chennai, will host a fair from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 August, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
INS Rajali (Tamil Nadu), August 30: The “Tridents” of Patrol Squadron (VP) 26 completed a week-long combined anti-submarine warfare (ASW) subject matter expert exchange with the “Albatross” of Indian Naval Air Squadron (INAS) 312 at India Naval Air Station Rajali, Tamil Nadu India, Aug. 28, 2023.The subject matter expert exchange focused on improving interoperability between …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 August, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, August 25: Students and parents interested in learning about opportunities to pursue higher education in the United States are invited to participate in an in-person fair with U.S. university representatives. EducationUSA at the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), Chennai, in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate General Chennai, will host a university fair from 2:00 …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 August, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Bengaluru, August 17: On his first official visit to Bengaluru, U.S. Consul General Chennai Christopher W. Hodges is meeting with government officials, scientists, business leaders, and entrepreneurs to underscore the United States and India’s strong economic and commercial ties. As part of his visit, he participated in the 30th anniversary celebrations of the U.S. Commercial …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 18 August, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, August 1: Christopher W. Hodges assumed the post of Consul General of the United States of America in Chennai on Monday, July 31, 2023. On his arrival, Consul General Hodges said, “I’m honored to represent the United States in southern India at such an exciting time in the U.S.-India relationship. Our work reflects …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 1 August, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
July 17, 2023 As Prepared for Delivery Minister Sitharaman, thank you for the warm welcome. This is my third trip to India as Secretary of the Treasury and I have valued the opportunity to meet with you on all these occasions. The United States has appreciated India’s leadership during its G20 presidency, and we will …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 17 July, 2023 | Topics: U.S. & India | Tags: Secretary of Treasury, Statements
Chennai, June 15: United States Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti, who is on his first official visit to Chennai, presided over the 247th anniversary celebration of U.S. Independence, hosted by the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai on Thursday, June 15, 2023. American Independence Day, also referred to as the Fourth of July in the United …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 July, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
As prepared for delivery New Delhi, July 12, 2023 U.S.- INDIA DREAMIN’ Good evening, everyone. Thank you so much for joining us here tonight to celebrate the United States’ 247th birthday. The theme of this evening’s celebration is “California Dreamin’,” a theme with special significance to me. And not just because California is my home …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador Speeches
U.S. Navy Signs Master Ship Repair Agreement with Larsen & Toubro, furthering U.S.-India Naval Sector Repair and Maintenance Cooperation Chennai, July 10: Military Sealift Command’s rescue and salvage ship USNS Salvor (T-ARS 52) has arrived at Larsen & Toubro Ltd, commonly known as L&T Shipyard, in Kattupalli near Chennai, India, for voyage repairs on Sunday, July …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 10 July, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
July 7, 2023 Bilateral Multi-Agency Enforcement Operation Identifies Illicit and Illegal Medical Products Shipped Using the International Mail System New Delhi: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), in collaboration with the Government of India’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 July, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: FDA, Press Release, US-India
June 22, 2023 1. A Technology Partnership for the Future: Strengthening Semiconductor Supply Chains: Micron Technology, Inc. – with support from the India Semiconductor Mission – will invest more than $800 million toward a new $2.75 billion semiconductor assembly and test facility in India. Applied Materials has announced it will build a Semiconductor Centre for Commercialization and Innovation in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 June, 2023 | Topics: Fact Sheets, U.S. & India | Tags: Factsheet, US-India
The White House Press Release June 22, 2023 1. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Prime Minister Narendra Modi today affirmed a vision of the United States and India as among the closest partners in the world – a partnership of democracies looking into the 21st century with hope, ambition, and confidence. The U.S.-India Comprehensive Global …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 23 June, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Joint Statement, President Biden, Press Release, Prime Minister Modi
On June 22, 2023, the United States government, represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and Indian Railways announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to combat climate change and achieve Indian Railways’ target of net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. Under this MOU, the collective expertise, resources, and innovation of the two partners will …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 23 June, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Clean Energy, Climate, Press Release, USAID
Chennai, June 12: The United States Department of Labor has awarded Lalitha Natarajan with the 2023 Iqbal Masih Award for the Elimination of Child Labor. U.S. Consul General Judith Ravin presented the award to Lalitha Natarajan at a ceremony at the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai on Tuesday, May 30. Lalitha Natarajan has worked throughout …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 June, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
June 7, 2023, New Delhi – The U.S. Mission in India held its seventh annual Student Visa Day countrywide today with Consular Officers from New Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai interviewing almost 3,500 Indian student visa applicants. Ambassador Eric Garcetti and Consuls General throughout India congratulated visa recipients as they prepared to join the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 June, 2023 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & India, Visas | Tags: Press Release, Student Visa, Visas
June 5, 2023 Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III traveled to India, June 4-5, to reinforce the major defense partnership, and advance cooperation in critical domains ahead of Prime Minister Modi’s official state visit to Washington. The Secretary met with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh. During his meetings, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 5 June, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: India Visit, Press Release, Secretary of Defense
Bengaluru, June 1: Two decades ago, NASA launched Mars Rover Opportunity to search for signs of ancient water on the Red Planet. Today, the full-scale model replica of the Opportunity has landed at the Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technical Museum (VITM) in Bengaluru to inspire the next generation of scientific innovators and space explorers. U.S. Under …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 2 June, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Press Releases, U.S. & India
June 1, 2023, New Delhi: Cementing robust bilateral collaboration, the United States together with Delhi-based nonprofit Lung Care Foundation sponsored “Conversations on U.S. & India: Actions for Clean Air and Better Health” today at the India International Center. U.S. Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti kicked off a half-day workshop which included more than 75 civil …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 1 June, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Air Pollution, Ambassador Speeches, Climate Change, Press Release
May 5, 2023, New Delhi, India: The United States and India are partnering to address global development challenges, leveraging their respective experiences and areas of expertise for the global good. Under the India-U.S. Triangular Development Partnership, jointly implemented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and India’s Ministry of External Affairs Development Partnership Administration II (MEA-DPA-II), from May …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 5 May, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Press Release, USAID
Media Note Bengaluru, April 26: Advancing the ever-expanding U.S.-India technology partnership, the U.S. Department of State’s Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) and U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) hosted a U.S.-India Space Technology Industry Workshop on Export Controls from April 24 to 25 in Bengaluru. The workshop, attended by over …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 April, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, March 28: USNS Matthew Perry, a Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship of the United States Navy, has successfully completed maintenance and repair work at Larsen & Toubro Ltd’s facility in Kattupalli near Chennai, commonly known as L&T shipyard, from March 11 to 27, 2023. USNS Matthew Perry is the second ship of the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 March, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Readout Office of the spokesperson March 2, 2023 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and External Affairs Minister Jaishankar met in New Delhi today to discuss strengthening the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership. They spoke about shared efforts to elevate and expand strategic technology and defense industrial cooperation, promote …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 2 March, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Press Release, Readout, Secretary Blinken
February 23, 2023 Bengaluru – Today, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen met with Finance Minister of India Nirmala Sitharaman. Secretary Yellen stressed the United States’ support for India’s G20 presidency and thanked Minister Sitharaman for her hospitality. The Secretary discussed cooperation on the evolution of multilateral development banks, encouraged strengthened health-finance coordination, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 23 February, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Press Release
Media Note: On Tuesday, February 14, the United States Air Force (USAF) expanded its lineup for Aero India 2023 with the arrival of two B-1B Lancers after a journey to India from their temporary duty location at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The B-1B Lancer, a supersonic heavy bomber, is a truly remarkable aircraft, capable of carrying …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 February, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Media Note: The United States Air Force’s (USAF) newest fifth-generation fighters – the stealthy, supersonic, multirole F-35A Lightning II and F-35A Joint Strike Fighter – will make their debut at Aero India 2023. After a journey from Hill Air Force Base in Utah, United States, the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team will impress crowds with a …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 February, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
U.S. Mission India’s Press Conference ahead of Aero India 2023 Sunday, February 12, 2023, Bengaluru (Remarks as Prepared for delivery) - Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Ambassador A. Elizabeth Jones - Jedidiah P. Royal, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs - Major General Julian C. Cheater, Assistant Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force, International Affairs - Rear Admiral Michael …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 February, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Bengaluru (India), February 12: Speaking at a press conference in Bengaluru on the eve of Aero India 2023, the head of the U.S. delegation to Aero India, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Ambassador A. Elizabeth Jones, said the size of the U.S. delegation, impressive USA Partnership Pavilion that will open Monday, and growing diplomatic and security cooperation over the last year “show that the U.S.-India strategic partnership is one of our most consequential relationships.” “India and the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 February, 2023 | Topics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Impressive array of U.S. military platforms and personnel, significant representation from U.S. industry signals commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. Chennai (India), February 10: U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Ambassador Elizabeth Jones will lead the largest-ever U.S. delegation to Aero India from February 12-17, 2023, in Bengaluru. “It will be an honor to lead …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 10 February, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
January 31, 2023 President Biden and Prime Minister Modi announced the U.S.-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) in May 2022 to elevate and expand our strategic technology partnership and defense industrial cooperation between the governments, businesses, and academic institutions of our two countries. The United States and India affirm that the ways in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 1 February, 2023 | Topics: Fact Sheets, U.S. & India | Tags: Fact Sheet, Statements
“The American Dream Powered by Inclusion, Diversity, and Your Aspirations”: U.S. Consulate General Chennai’s American Center Returns to the Chennai Book Fair Highlights books and resources available for students, scholars, and public. Engaging competitions, discussions, and storytelling sessions. Chennai, January 9: The American Center Chennai, formerly known as the American Cultural Center and the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 9 January, 2023 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, December 20: The Arunodhaya Centre for Street and Working Children, a Chennai-based child welfare organization, will be gifted with toys through the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots program, an initiative aimed at brightening the lives of children in need during the holiday season. U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin joined the U.S. Marines …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 December, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Full-scale model of NASA’s Mars Rover Opportunity on exhibit and open to the public at the U.S. Consulate General Chennai Chennai, December 9: On Thursday, December 8, U.S. Consul General Chennai Judith Ravin launched an exhibit of a full-scale model of NASA’s (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) Mars Rover “Opportunity” at the American Center, together …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 December, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, October 15, 2022: The U.S. Consulate General Chennai launched the three-day international conclave titled “Space Technology: The Next Business Frontier” hosted by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and the Indian Space Association (ISpA) on Saturday, October 15. From October 15-17, major stakeholders in the global space technology sector will gather at …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 October, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
United States Coast Guard Cutter Midgett Conducts Chennai Port Visit During Indo-Pacific Mission * Strengthening a free and open Indo-Pacific with special focus on Quad countries * Extending support in capacity building to monitor and secure maritime boundaries in the Indian Ocean Region Chennai, Sept 16, 2022: The United States Coast Guard Cutter Midgett (USCGC Midgett), …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 16 September, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, August 17, 2022: Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) conducted maintenance at Larsen & Toubro Ltd, commonly known as L&T shipyard, in Kattupalli near Chennai, India, from August 7 to 17, 2022. “India’s initiative to offer logistics, repairs, and refits to the U.S. ships assumes …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 17 August, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, July 28: The U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin welcomed the United States Chess team to Mamallapuram today. An ardent supporter of education and sports diplomacy, the Consul General greeted the chess players and wished them success in their matches at the 44th Chess Olympiad organized by the Indian Chess Federation and the Government …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 29 July, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, April 26: The U.S. Mission in India (comprising the Embassy in New Delhi and Consulates General in Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad) has released a star-studded video message to celebrate 75 years of U.S.-India relations, with participation by some of the most iconic and accomplished Indian Americans and Indians in America, whose remarkable contributions …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 April, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Kochi, April 4: U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin visited Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi, March 29-April 4, 2022, to explore the strength and diversity of the U.S. government’s partnerships in the state of Kerala, and further awareness about educational, research, and exchange opportunities in the United States. CG Ravin used the opportunity to reaffirm our shared efforts to promote …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 5 April, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
American Center Chennai has the largest collection of material on American Studies in South Asia Chennai, March 4: The American Center on the premises of the U.S. Consulate General, 220 Anna Salai, Gemini Circle, Chennai, which holds the largest collection of material on American Studies in South Asia, will reopen to the public from Monday, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 4 March, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Feb 17: U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin conducted her first official visit to the Union Territory of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, February 15-17, 2022. Ms. Ravin met with Lieutenant Governor Admiral (Retd.) Devendra Kumar Joshi, other local officials, academics, scientists, and civil society leaders. CG Ravin also visited the Port Blair Port, National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) Research Campus, Zoological Survey of India, and witnessed the light and sound show about India’s freedom fight at the Cellular Jail in Port Blair. Consul General Judith Ravin said, “This trip is to …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
New Delhi, February 9, 2022 – Approximately 100 English language teachers and teacher trainers participated in the February 9 launch of the TESOL Core Certificate Program (TCCP) offered by the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi in partnership with TESOL International, the leading organization in the field of English-language teaching. The teachers are employed by the Karnataka, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 10 February, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, February 7: To celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai, in coordination with U.S. Consulates General Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai will feature Gitanjali Rao, an Indian American teen inventor and scientist, on Friday, February 11, at 6:45 p.m. The virtual program, the sixth event of U.S. Mission in India’s #DiasporaDiplomacy series, includes a screening of the five-minute American Film Showcase documentary “Search on: Positive Current.” The film highlights one of Rao’s inventions—a mobile device that detects …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 February, 2022 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
December 7, 2021 Loan represents the largest single debt financing transaction for DFC WASHINGTON – U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) today announced it approved up to $500 million of debt financing for First Solar, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLSR), the largest American solar manufacturing company, subject to negotiations of definitive agreements. The DFC financing will support …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 21 December, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata Press Release December 15, 2021 *U.S. Consulate Kolkata and NGO Shakti Vahini kick off 10th Anti-Trafficking in Persons 5-City Conclave Series in Guwahati …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 16 December, 2021 | Topics: Kolkata, Press Releases, South & Central Asia, U.S. & India
Chennai, November 19: U.S. Consulate General Chennai in association with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), and the U.S.-based Forum on Education Abroad (FEA) organized a workshop for educational institutions and non-governmental organizations in South India to promote the region as a foreign study destination for U.S. students. The week-long virtual workshop “Destination South India” at IIT Madras held during the International Education Week (IEW) helped create awareness about …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 19 November, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Bengaluru, January 29: United States participation in Aero India 2021 is another example of the deepening defense and strategic partnership between the United States and India. Don Heflin, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, will lead a high-level delegation of U.S. Government officials and defense industry representatives to the event. “I am pleased to head this year’s U.S. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 November, 2021 | Topics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Bengaluru, February 2: The United States is committed to strengthening its partnership with India and deepening military-to-military relationships and cooperation. The full spectrum of the high-level U.S. delegation to Aero India 2021 with over 100 delegates reaffirms our commitment to the U.S.-India defense and security partnership in the Indo-Pacific region. Speaking at a press conference in Bengaluru …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 November, 2021 | Topics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Madurai, October 12: U.S. Consul General Chennai Judith Ravin visited Madurai today to interact with women micro-entrepreneurs supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Producer-Owned Women Enterprises (POWER) project, which creates employment opportunities and empowers women from marginalized communities. CG Ravin visited the project site along with Tamil Nadu Minister for Finance and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 October, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Sept 30: U.S. Consulate General Chennai in coordination with U.S. Embassy New Delhi, U.S. Consulate General offices in Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and the North India office will organize the fourth #DiasporaDiplomacy series on Tuesday, October 5 at 7 p.m. IST featuring Indian American Senior Attorney and Senior Director, India, International Program, Natural Resources Defense Council …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 September, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Sept 18: U.S. Consulate General Chennai commemorated World Cleanup Day on September 18 by organizing a mobile “turtle float” in partnership with the Tree Foundation and United Way Chennai. In a live-streamed event, Acting U.S. Consul General in Chennai Kathryn Flachsbart and Indian Coast Guard officials flagged off the float at the Tree Foundation, a conservation organization …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 18 September, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Sept 9: The U.S. Consulate General Chennai, in association with the National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR), hosted a two-day virtual conference titled “Nontraditional Security Challenges in South Asia: Improving Disaster Management Cooperation” on September 8-9, 2021. The conference was aimed to create a framework for cooperation on disaster management and improve capacity, coordination, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 9 September, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Coimbatore, Sept 2: U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin celebrated America’s strong ties with Coimbatore, a tier-two industrial, education, and healthcare hub of Tamil Nadu, on September 1 and 2. During her visit, she met with several prominent individuals, industry organizations and educational institutions to explore cooperation between the United States and Coimbatore on issues ranging from …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 2 September, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, August 24: Indian students and their parents will have the opportunity to interact with more than 100 accredited U.S. universities and college representatives about university programs and admission criteria at the upcoming EducationUSA U.S. University Virtual Fairs 2021. From the comfort of their homes, students and their parents will gain valuable information about campus life, financial …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 August, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Aug 21: U.S. Consulate General Chennai commemorated Madras Week by enhancing cultural understanding and appreciation between sister cities Chennai and San Antonio through a virtual tour of the two cities on Friday, August 20. Storytrails storyteller Akila Raman led the historic Chennai landmarks tour for officials from San Antonio, the Rotary Clubs of San Antonio and Madras East, students, and history enthusiasts in Chennai. From the San Antonio side, Director of San Antonio World Heritage Office Colleen Swain shared San Antonio’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 21 August, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Aug 19: U.S. Consulate General Chennai launched its Madras Week celebrations with a virtual tour titled America in Chennai—Sites, Streets, Structures, organized by the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) in collaboration with the University of Madras. U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin joined Indian Fulbright-Nehru alumnus Professor Suresh Sethuraman on the virtual tour. The Fulbright Program, the U.S. Department of State’s flagship international …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 19 August, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Aug 18: U.S. Consulate General Chennai featured 2021 Grammy-nominated Indian American singer Priya Darshini and the House of Waters band virtual concert as part of U.S. Mission India’s #DiasporaDiplomacy series on Wednesday, August 18. The virtual concert, supported by U.S. Department of State’s Arts Envoys Program, was live-streamed on the U.S. Consulate General Chennai’s Facebook page . Priya …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 18 August, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, July 21: U.S. Consulate General Chennai will begin a #DiasporaDiplomacy series by organizing a virtual conversation with Indian American Aerospace Engineer Dr. Swati Mohan on Wednesday, July 28 at 7 p.m. Dr. Swati Mohan is the Guidance, Navigation, and Control Systems Engineering Group Supervisor at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). She led the Guidance, Navigation, and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 21 July, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, July 13: U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin celebrated America’s strong ties with the state of Kerala during a virtual visit to Kerala’s capital city Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday, July 13. During Consul General Ravin’s visit, she met virtually with several prominent individuals and local organizations to explore cooperation between the United States and Kerala on issues ranging from climate change …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, June 3: The U.S. Consulate General Chennai hoisted the rainbow Pride flag over the Consulate building to commemorate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTQI+) Pride Month on Wednesday, June 2. The Pride flag will remain displayed on the building through June 30. Noting the United States commitment to the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 3 June, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, March 29: On March 26-27, 2021 the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai, in collaboration with non-profit organization Pravah, sponsored a virtual workshop titled “Creating Disability-Friendly Sports Ecosystems.” The workshop was led by New Delhi-based Pravah and Indian alumni of the U.S. Department of State’s professional exchange programs – International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) – …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Disability, Disability-Friendly Sports, Indian Sign Language interpretation, Justin Jesudas, Moulik Berkana, NGO Pravah, non-profit organization Pravah, parasports, Pediatric physiotherapist Simy T.A., Simy T.A., The Spinal Foundation, Vidya Sagar Special Education Centre
Chennai, March 17: On March 12, the Hawaii-based United States Air Force Band of the Pacific released a music video featuring its virtual musical collaboration with Giridhar Udupa, an acclaimed Indian percussion artist who plays the ghatam, one of India’s most ancient percussion instruments. The collaboration was inspired by the band’s commitment to support Aero …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 17 March, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Aero India 2021, Carnegie Hall in New York City, Ghatam artist Giridhar Udupa, Ghatam Giridhar Udupa, Giridhar Udupa, Giridhar Udupa Bengaluru, guitar, Indian and Puerto Rican culture and rhythm, Indian Percussionist Giridhar Udupa, Indo-Pacific, Open Clusters, Pacific Air Forces, saxophone, Senior Airman Guy James, Staff Sergeant Luis Rosa, Technical Sergeant Wilfredo Cruz, Texas, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C., The Wortham Center in Houston, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Air Force Band, U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific, U.S. Air Force musicians, U.S.-India Defense Partnership, United States Air Force Band of the Pacific, USAF Band of the Pacific
Chennai, March 12: On March 11, the U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin hosted an event titled “Courageous Women Inspire a Better World.” At the event, the Consulate honored Tamil Nadu-based anti-caste activist and human rights defender Gowsalya Shankar. Ms. Shankar was U.S. Mission India’s nominee for the 2021 U.S. Secretary of State’s International …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 March, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Dr. Malini Parthasarathy, Gowsalya Shankar, human rights, Judith Ravin, Shankar Social Justice Trust, Tamil Nadu-based anti-caste activist, U.S. Consul General in Chennai Judith Ravin, U.S. Secretary of State’s International Woman of Courage (IWOC) Award, Women’s History Month
United States-India Educational Foundation www.usief.org.in Announcing the Opening of the 2022-2023 Fulbright Fellowship Application Season Chennai, February 26, 2021: The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) announces the opening of its annual competition for Fulbright-Nehru and other Fulbright fellowships. Funded by the U.S. Department of State and India’s Ministry of External Affairs, such exchanges have helped bring …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 1 March, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Abid Banday, Akarsh Verma, Fulbright Fellowship, Fulbright-Nehru, Gowthaman Ranganathan, Pennsylvania State University, Senator J. William Fulbright, STEM, United States-India Educational Foundation, United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), University of Texas at Austin, USIEF
Chennai, February 25: On Thursday, the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai in coordination with the U.S. Consulates in Mumbai and Hyderabad, organized a virtual discussion on “U.S. Democracy and the Fault Lines of Racism: An Analysis of 2020 Events” with Sam Fulwood III, Senior Fellow and Interim Vice President for Race and Ethnicity at the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 February, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: African Americans, African-American communities, African-American History Month, Anne Seshadri, Bangalore Political Action Committee (B.PAC), Black Americans, Black History Month, Center for American Progress in Washington D.C., Chennai, Neelam Foundation, Public Affairs Officer Anne Seshadri, Sam Fulwood III, U.S. history, United States
Chennai, January 23: The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai launched Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam online versions of the popular youth comic book “Priya’s Mask” with support from South Indian social media influencers. “Priya’s Mask” is the newest edition of a series featuring India’s first female comic book superhero. A symbol of strength and a force …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 23 January, 2021 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Aparna Mulberry, Aparna Mulberry Kerala, Chandan Shetty, Chandan Shetty Karnataka, Comic Book, comic crusader, Cori Bickel, disinformation, documentary filmmaker, Education, First Female Comic Book, First Female Superhero, free English language teaching curriculum, Innovation, International Day of Education, Irfan Mohammed, Irfan Mohammed Tamil Nadu, Kannada, Malayalam, Mrunal Thakur, North India Office (NIO) U.S. Embassy New Delhi, priya shakti, Priyas Mask, priyashakti, PriyasMask, Ram Devineni, Rattapallax, Rosanna Arquette, Sairah Kabir, Shubhra Prakash, South Indian social media influencers, Tamil, Technology, U.S. Consulate General Chennai, U.S. Embassy’s Regional English Language Office (RELO, USIndia, Vidya Balan, Women Empowerment
Chennai, Dec 22: U.S. Consul General Judith Ravin inaugurated the Indian Women Social Entrepreneurs Network (IWSEN) at a virtual event held on December 17, 2020. With funding from the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai, Amani Institute organized a six-month capacity-building program led by U.S. and Indian experts for 40 women social entrepreneurs from across India. As part …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 22 December, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Amani Institute, Entrepreneurship, Indian Women Social Entrepreneurs, Indian Women Social Entrepreneurs Network (IWSEN), IWSEN, IWSEN network, Judith Ravin, Network for Indian Women Social Entrepreneurs, Rema Sivaram, Shehzia Lilani, Social entrepreneur, Social Entrepreneurs, U.S. Consul General Judith Ravin, U.S.-India, USIndia, Women Social Entrepreneurs
Chennai, Dec 18: The U.S. Embassy in India and the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai celebrated the 80th anniversary of the International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) flagship exchange by presenting the global 80 “Faces of Exchange (IVLP) Award” to Dr. Vandana Gopikumar, co-founder of Chennai-based non-governmental organization The Banyan and The Banyan Academy of Leadership …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 18 December, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: 2018 Penn Nursing Renfield Foundation Award, Banyan, Chennai, Consul General Judith Ravin, Dr. Sunitha Krishnan, Dr. Vandana Gopikumar, Exchange Alumni, Exchange Program, Faces Of Exchange, Faces Of Exchange Award, International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP), IVLP, IVLP alumni, IVLP exchange, Judith Ravin, Mental Health Policy Group, Prajwala, State Department Global 80 “Faces Of Exchange” Award, The Banyan, The Banyan Academy of Leadership in Mental Health (BALM), U.S. Embassy India, USIndia, Vandana Gopikumar, World Health Organization public health Award
Chennai, Dec 14: Tamil Nadu native Dinesh Elangovan has won the 2020 Distinguished Achievement Award of the United States-based International Security Foundation’s (ISF) annual Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC). Dinesh, the Chennai Site Manager for U.S.-based firm Fidelity Investments, won the private sector appreciation award for his efficient work in his role of Secretary of …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 December, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Award, COVID-19, Dinesh Elangovan, Fidelity Investments, Jerome Pickett, OSAC, OSAC Chennai Chapter, OSAC India-Chennai Chapter, Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC), Tamil Nadu, U.S. Department of State, United States-based International Security Foundation’s (ISF)
Chennai, Dec 9: The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai, in association with the United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), and digital news platform The News Minute hosted a virtual panel discussion titled “Reel and Real: The Influence of Media and Entertainment on Gender-Based Violence” on Wednesday. The panel discussed the important role of media and entertainment …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 9 December, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: 16 Days of Activism, Dhanya Rajendran, Dr. Arvind Singhal, Fulbright, Fulbright Scholar, Gender-Based Violence, Human Rights Day, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, Kerala, Mahesh Narayanan, Moulik Berkana, The News Minute, United Nations, United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), University of Texas, USIEF, women
Chennai, Nov 30: The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai in cooperation with Care Earth Trust launched the bi-lingual digital Water Matters “Museum in a Box” in a virtual event on November 30. The “Museum in a Box” serves as a starting point for teachers and educators looking to introduce children to the basic principles of hydrology with interactive tools that explain …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 November, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Care Earth Trust, Dr. Jayshree Vencatesan, film, games, hydrology, Museum in a Box, Public Affairs Officer Anne Seshadri, puzzles, school student, Science Gallery Bengaluru, Smithsonian, Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), sustainable water management innovation, Tamil, tutorial video, Water, water harvesting, water management, Water Matters, Water Matters 2020
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release October 21, 2020 Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Indonesia Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to New Delhi, India; Colombo, Sri Lanka; Malé, Maldives; and Jakarta, Indonesia October 25 – 30. In New Delhi, Secretary Pompeo and Secretary …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 23 October, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: India, Indo-Pacific, Indonesia, Maldives, Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper, Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, Sri Lanka, U.S.-India, U.S.-India 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue
Kochi, October 13: The U.S. Consulate General, Chennai, in association with the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), Kochi, will host an online launch of the “Community Resilience Handbook for Disaster Preparedness and Management” at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2020. Anne Lee Seshadri, Public Affairs Officer at the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai, will …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 October, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: America with Kerala, America with Kerala: Uniting for a Disaster Resilient Kerala, Centre for Migration and Inclusive Development, Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), College of Built Environments, CPPR India, CPPR to launch handbook, disaster management, Dr. D. Dhanuraj, Dr. Himanshu Grover, Dr. Nivedita P. Haran, Dr. Shekhar L. Kuriakose, Institute for Hazard Mitigation and Planning, Kerala, Kerala State Disaster Management Authority, Kochi, U.S. Consulate General in Chennai, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), University of Washington
(As Prepared) It is a great to be back in India in advance of, COVID-permitting, Secretary Pompeo and Secretary Esper’s important 2+2 ministerial with Minister Jaishankar and Minister Singh later this year. And it is a great pleasure to attend this virtual India-U.S. Forum. With more than two decades of personal engagement and friendship with …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 October, 2020 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 9, 2020 Deputy Secretary of State Stephen E. Biegun will travel to India and Bangladesh October 12-16. From October 12-14, the Deputy Secretary will visit New Delhi, India where he will meet with senior government officials and deliver keynote remarks at the India-U.S. Forum. Building on Secretary Pompeo’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 9 October, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Deputy Secretary of State Stephen E. Biegun, Dialogue, Dr. S. Jaishankar, India, India-U.S. Forum, Indo-Pacific, New Delhi, Secretary Pompeo, U.S.-India 2+2, United States, United States-India
As India looks to address the economic impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has committed $1.9 million to support vulnerable populations whose livelihoods have been disrupted. Highlighting the need to provide financial assistance to people affected by the disruption caused by COVID-19, U.S. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 1 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship
Chennai, Sept 24: EducationUSA’s Virtual U.S. University Fair in October 2020 is a unique opportunity for students to interact directly with U.S. university representatives and chat with EducationUSA advisers to understand the wide spectrum of educational opportunities available in the United States, all from the safety and comfort of their home. The virtual fair will bring …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 24 September, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Chennai, EducationUSA, EducationUSA Bengaluru, Fulbright, Fulbright-Nehru, Higher Education, Study in the U.S., Study in the USA, U.S. universities, U.S. University Fair, United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF), USIEF, Virtual U.S. University Fair, Yashna trust
Chennai, September 6: Ms. Judith Ravin has assumed the post of Consul General of the United States of America in Chennai as of September 6, 2020. “It is my great privilege to represent the United States in South India, especially at this historically difficult time of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Consul General Ravin. “I look …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 6 September, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Andaman Nicobar Islands, author, CG Chennai, Consul General, Journalist, Judith Ravin, Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep, South India, Tamil Nadu, U.S. Consul General in Chennai
Chennai, March 6: The Water Matters exhibition at the Periyar Science and Technology Centre in Chennai will remain open through March 31. The exhibition was launched February 10 by U.S. Consul General Chennai Robert Burgess, Tamil Nadu Government’s Minister for Higher Education Mr. K. P. Anbalagan, and Academy Award winner A.R. Rahman. Since its opening …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 9 March, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: A.R. Rahman, Care Earth Trust, Chennai, Exhibition, H2O, Periyar Science and Technology Centre Chennai, Smithsonian, Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, USIndia, Water Matters, Water Matters 2020
Chennai, Feb 14: The U.S. Consulate General, Chennai in partnership with U.S.-based Transformational Sports, and local partner Katradi conducted a four-day capacity-building workshop for 33 youth leaders from across the country at Paripurna Training Centre in Manapakkam, Chennai from February 10 to 14. The youth from 22 cities across India deliberated, shared ideas, and initiated …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 February, 2020 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Nov 15: The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) will conduct two events next week to observe the “International Education Week” (IEW) in recognition of the benefits of international education and exchanges worldwide. IEW, which this year takes place November 18 – 23, is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 November, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Education, EducationUSA, Higher Education, IEW2019, International Education Week, International Education Week 2019, Study in the U.S., Study in the USA
Hyderabad, October 31: At an event on the sidelines of the 50th Union World Conference on Lung Health in Hyderabad today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Resource Group for Education and Advocacy for Community Health (REACH) and the Stop TB Partnership honored corporations and journalists who have made significant contributions to …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 1 November, 2019 | Topics: Events, Hyderabad, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Oct 25: Energy experts from the U.S. State of Massachusetts and the Government of Tamil Nadu conducted a formal Massachusetts-Tamil Nadu Energy Partnership Dialogue in Chennai on October 23. The Washington D.C.-based Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) organized the Dialogue as part of the U.S.-India State and Urban Initiative. Led by …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 28 October, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Chennai Municipal Corporation, Energy Partnership, Massachusetts, Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, Massachusetts-Tamil Nadu Energy Partnership Dialogue, National Institute of Wind Energy, renewable resources, Tamil Nadu, TANGEDCO, U.S.-India energy cooperation, University of Massachusetts, USIndia
Chennai, Sept 21: Around 300 volunteers participated in a beach cleanup drive organized by the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai in partnership with the Indian Maritime Foundation at Besant Nagar on Saturday, September 21. The cleanup drive, conducted to commemorate International Coastal Cleanup Day, highlighted the need to safeguard oceans from plastic waste. The beach …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 4 October, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, Sept 19: One hundred students graduated the U.S. Consulate General’s English Access Microscholarship Program (Access) at the Islamiah School run by the Vaniyambadi Muslim Educational Society (VMES), Vaniyambadi, on Thursday, September 19, 2019. U.S. Cultural Affairs Officer Moulik Berkana was the Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony and presented the certificates to the successful …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 September, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Access program, Bilateral relationship, Education, English Access Microscholarship Program, English language, Higher Education, USIndia, Vaniyambadi Muslim Educational Society
Chennai, Sept 14: Ms. Unnati Ashish Ghia from the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru won the U.S.-India Comparative Constitutional Law Debate finale organized by the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai in cooperation with Loyola College on Saturday, September 14. Sixteen finalists representing Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala advanced to the final competition. The U.S. Consul General Robert Burgess and Supreme Court Justice Indira …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 16 September, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Study in the U.S. EducationUSA University Fair 2019 Chennai Saturday, September 7, 2019 Chennai, August 27: The Study in the U.S. – EducationUSA University Fair 2019 is being held in Chennai as part of the annual all-India tour August 31 to September 12, including stops in Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Kochi, Chennai, Bengaluru, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 4 September, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, August 27: The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai, in association with EducationUSA and Go4Guru India, hosted a lecture by U.S. Astronaut Don Thomas on his personal journey to fly aboard four U.S. Space Shuttle missions, on Tuesday, August 27, 2019, at the American Center Chennai. Seventy students from schools and colleges in Chennai and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 August, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: American Center Chennai, Apollo 11, Apollo50th, Astronaut Don Thomas, EducationUSA, Go4Guru, NASA, Space, Space Diplomacy, Space Shuttle, US Consulate Chennai, US-India
Chennai, July 31: The U.S. Consulate General, Chennai in partnership with Netflix, UNICEF, and SPI Cinemas hosted a screening of the Oscar-winning documentary Period. End of Sentence on July 31 at Sathyam Cinemas. The screening was followed by a panel discussion on how menstrual health and hygiene impact women’s social and economic empowerment. Coimbatore-based social …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 31 July, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Health, Women Empowerment
Chennai, July 9: The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai is seeking students, ages 18-25 years old, to participate in a debate competition on U.S. and Indian constitutional law to be held across university campuses in Kochi, Bengaluru, Tiruchirappalli, and Chennai between July 26 – September 14, 2019. Conducted in collaboration with Loyola College, the debate …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 10 July, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, July 5: The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai is launching a poster contest during the month of July to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing mission and celebrate India’s second lunar launch. The Consulate seeks poster submissions from space enthusiasts of all ages on the theme “U.S.-India Space Exploration.” We invite …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 5 July, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, June 12: On June 12, the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai joined the rest of U.S. Mission India to mark the fifth annual Student Visa Day. This yearly event celebrates higher education ties between the United States and India and helps qualified Indian students prepare for study in the United States by connecting them …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 June, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Chennai, May 8: The U.S. Commercial Service will bring 19 U.S. companies to South India May 9-13 as part of Trade Winds, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s largest annual trade mission program. The Trade Winds program includes an Indo-Pacific focused business forum in New Delhi with regional and industry specific conference sessions and consultations with …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 May, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Fact Sheet Chennai, April 11: The U.S. Consulate General in Chennai launched its 2019 Student Visa Season with an information session on U.S. student visas hosted by Consular Chief Kent May, April 11 at the American Center, Chennai. “The United States has some of the finest educational institutions in the world, and millions of international …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: Chennai, Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: EducationUSA, Higher Education, Student Visa, Study in the U.S., Study in the USA, U.S. Student Visa, Visa
KOLKATA – The Anti-Trafficking-in-Persons Youth Champions Conclave, hosted by the U.S. ConsulateGeneral in Kolkata and the New Delhi based NGO Shakti Vahini on March 13-16 at the American Centerin Kolkata, is the eighth international gathering of stakeholders that will bring over 130 youth leaders and stakeholders from the U.S., India, Nepal, and Bangladesh dedicated to one goal, ending human trafficking. The U.S. Consulate General hopes synergies between stakeholders at the conclave will lead to real …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 March, 2019 | Topics: Events, Kolkata, Press Releases, U.S. & India
Bengaluru, March 5: United States Science Envoy for Space, Maj. Gen. Charles Frank Bolden, Jr., is visiting Bengaluru, March 6-7, 2019, to promote U.S.-India space cooperation. The former U.S. Space Shuttle Commander and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Administrator is conducting meetings with government officials, academics, students, and civil society. Maj. Gen. Bolden said in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 March, 2019 | Topics: Bengaluru, Chennai, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & India
Following Indian counter-terrorism actions on February 26, I spoke with Indian Minister of External Affairs Swaraj to emphasize our close security partnership and shared goal of maintaining peace and security in the region. I also spoke to Pakistani Foreign Minister Qureshi to underscore the priority of de-escalating current tensions by avoiding military action, and the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 February, 2019 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship
The U.S. and Indian air forces are scheduled to participate in exercise Cope India 2019 (CI19) at Air Station Kalaikunda and Air Station Arjan Singh, India, Dec. 3-14, 2018. Exercise CI19 is a long-standing bilateral U.S. Pacific Air Forces-sponsored field training exercise focused on enhancing U.S.-Indian mutual cooperation by building on existing capabilities, aircrew tactics …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Defense
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America and all Americans, I express my solidarity with the people of India and the city of Mumbai on the 10th anniversary of the Mumbai terrorist attack. We stand with the families and friends of the victims, whose loved ones were lost in this act …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 November, 2018 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Counterterrorism
On November 15, senior officials from the United States, Australia, India, and Japan met in Singapore for consultations on the Indo-Pacific region. The officials reaffirmed a shared commitment to maintain and strengthen a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific in which all nations are sovereign, strong, and prosperous. They further highlighted the complementary visions for the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 16 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship
The number of Indians studying in the United States increased by 5.4 percent over the last year to 196,271, according to the 2018 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange, released today. This marks the fifth consecutive year that the total number of Indians pursuing their higher education in the United States has grown. Speaking …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: Education, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Education
THE PRESIDENT: I am thrilled to be here for the celebration of Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, and I am honored to host this beautiful ceremony at the White House. Very, very special people. Before going any further, I want to say a brief word about the devastating wildfires in California, the likes of …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: President of the United States, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship
Introduction Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen – thank you for joining us at this conference on the important subject of regional connectivity. Thanks as well to CUTS, FICCI, and the East-West Center for their hard work in organizing today’s event. As we know, the global economy has grown exponentially over the last few decades – …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 2 November, 2018 | Topics: embassy, News, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador Speeches
LONDON – The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), the U.S. Government’s development finance institution, today signed a $125 million commitment with Greater Pacific Capital (GPC) to support growth capital to medium-sized companies in India. OPIC Counselor to the President Frank Dunlevy and Greater Pacific Capital Chief Executive Officer Ketan Patel signed the agreement in London. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 23 October, 2018 | Topics: embassy, News, Press Releases, U.S. & India
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Today Secretary Pompeo, jointly with Secretary Mattis, met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Secretary Pompeo conveyed the importance attached by President Trump to the deepening strategic partnership between the United States and India, and U.S. support for India’s role as a leading global power and regional …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Michael R. Pompeo
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my best wishes to the people and government of India on their Independence Day. Since gaining its independence 71 years ago today, India has set an example for South Asia and the world by supporting democracy, diversity, and the rule of law—values …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Culture
Hyatt Regency Hotel, New Delhi, India August 2, 2018 Thank you Minister Puri for those most gracious remarks, and good evening everyone. I would like to welcome representatives of the Government of India; members of the diplomatic corps; our distinguished guests; and, especially, our Chief Guest – who is a great friend of the United …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 2 August, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador Speeches, Bilateral relationship, Culture
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the American Chamber of Commerce in India (AMCHAM India) today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen the growing partnership between the U.S. Government and U.S. private sector to address India’s development needs. The announcement comes the same day as the launch of …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 July, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Economic growth, Environment, Health, Women Empowerment
The United States is pleased to announce that the inaugural U.S.-India “2+2” Dialogue will be held in New Delhi, India, on September 6. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and Secretary of Defense James Mattis look forward to meeting with their Indian counterparts, Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj and Minister of Defense Nirmala Sitharaman, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 July, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Defense, Economic growth
This evening, the American Center launched its newest exhibition: “Celebrating 70 Years of U.S.-India Relations.” The event also featured a dance performance, “Dancing Stories from the East and West,” by Nyama McCarthy-Brown, Assistant Professor of Contemporary Dance at Indiana University, and Tanya Saxena, a Bharatanatyam dancer. The art exhibition, which runs through August 14, features …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 July, 2018 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Culture, North India
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke last night with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to convey his regret for having to postpone the 2+2 dialogue, which had been scheduled for July 6. This scheduling change was prompted by reasons entirely unrelated to the bilateral relationship. Secretary Pompeo and Minister Swaraj agreed to reschedule the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: embassy, Press Releases, U.S. & India, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Media Advisory: Ambassador Nikki Haley Travels to India June 25, 2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ambassador Nikki Haley will travel to New Delhi, India, June 26-28. She will meet with senior Indian government officials, NGO leaders, and the interfaith community to underscore the United States’ shared values and strong alliance with the people of India. Ambassador …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 June, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
Ambassador Jennifer Zimdahl Galt, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, visited the U.S.-India Education Foundation (USIEF) this weekend to underline the importance the U.S. government places on promoting educational exchanges between the world’s two largest democracies. The meeting came at the start of Ambassador Galt’s week-long …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Education
Remarks by Kenneth I. Juster U.S. Ambassador to India Introduction Director General Sharma, Secretary Ghanashyam, Distinguished Guests: It is a great honor to be here this morning and have the opportunity to reflect on the important work that all of the nations represented in this room are doing to advance United Nations peacekeeping, and expand …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador Speeches, Bilateral relationship, Security
Registration is open for the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit. U.S. Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster will be leading the Indian delegation to this year’s Summit, which will be held from June 20 to 22, 2018, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center near Washington, D.C. The Summit will connect global business leaders with all …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 6 April, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Business, Entrepreneurship
United States Minister Counselor for Commercial Affairs Patrick Santillo and Consul General to Kolkata Craig Hall joined Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan to welcome the first shipment of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) through a 20-year contract with Cheniere. GAIL signed two, 20-year LNG supply agreements potentially worth $32 billion for U.S. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Energy
India and the United States are natural partners with a long history of collaboration on the fight against tuberculosis. At U.S. Mission India, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the National Institutes of Health have invested more than $150 million with in-country partners since …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: TB
As part of Indo-U.S. Bilateral Defense Cooperation, the 8th Defense Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI) Inter Agency Task Force Meeting was held on 26th February 2018 in New Delhi. The meeting was Co-chaired by Vice Admiral AK Jain, Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff and Mr Matthew Warren Acting Director, International Cooperation. DTTI was initiated …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Defense
U.S.-India Relations: Building a Durable Partnership for the 21st Century Dr. Mohan: Good afternoon. I’m Raja Mohan, the Director for Carnegie India. I’d like to welcome you all for this very special session with the new U.S. Ambassador to India, Kenneth Juster. He’s the new Ambassador, but I think he’s an old friend of India’s, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Policy, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Business, Counterterrorism, Defense, Energy, GOI, Innovation, Regional Security, Trade
U.S.-India Relations: Building a Durable Partnership for the 21st Century Thank you very much, Raja, for that kind and generous introduction. Thanks as well to your colleagues at Carnegie India and my colleagues at the U.S. Embassy for their hard work in putting this event together. And, of course, thank you everyone for being here …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Policy, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Ambassador Speeches, Bilateral relationship, GOI
U.S. Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer arrived in New Delhi yesterday for meetings with his counterparts in the Government of India. This is his first visit to India as Secretary of the Navy. Secretary Spencer met with Foreign Secretary Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Sunil Lanba to discuss the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 22 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Defense
International Convention Center Hyderabad, India SPOKESPERSON MCCLESKEY: Good afternoon, everybody. I’m Clayton McCleskey. I’m the spokesperson for USAID. Thank you so much for being here today and for coming to GES for the week, and for joining for our concluding press conference here. We’ve got three speakers this afternoon. First, we’ll have Jennifer Arangio, who is the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 November, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Entrepreneurship
Novotel Hotel Gardens Hyderabad, India ADMINISTRATOR GREEN: Welcome, everyone. And what a great GES. First, on behalf of the U.S. government, thank you. Over the last few days we’ve met entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders from over 150 countries. Some have traveled here from quite literally the other side of the world. Now, there’s an old …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 November, 2017 | Topics: Events, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Entrepreneurship
United States Ambassador to India Kenneth I. Juster presented his credentials to Indian President Ram Nath Kovind yesterday during an official ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. “It was an honor to present my credentials to President Kovind,” Ambassador Juster remarked. “I thank the President for a very warm and gracious welcome, and am looking forward to …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 24 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & India
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson The United States and India are proud to announce the selection of the 1,500 individuals who will participate in the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit, which will be co-hosted by the United States and India in Hyderabad, India, November 28-30. Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump will lead …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 18 November, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Entrepreneurship
The White House Office of the Press Secretary President Donald J. Trump met today with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India in Manila, Philippines. The two leaders discussed the comprehensive strategic partnership between the United States and India and their shared commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region. They pledged to enhance their cooperation …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 November, 2017 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Donald J. Trump
International Trade Administration Office of Public Affairs (202) 482-4883 publicaffairs@doc.gov On October 27, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross and Minister of Commerce and Industry Suresh Prabhu met to discuss the U.S.-India commercial relationship and launch their first session of the U.S.-India Commercial Dialogue. Upon noting the impressive three-fold increase in total U.S.-India trade since 2005, both sides affirmed the significant strategic and economic …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 October, 2017 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Business, Economic growth, Trade
Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Ministry of External Affairs Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan New Delhi, India October 25, 2017 MODERATOR: Good afternoon, friends, and thank you for joining us for this media interaction. To begin the proceedings, may I request The Honorable External Affairs Minister of India to deliver her statement to the media.EXTERNAL AFFAIRS …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 October, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Rex Tillerson
By Alice Wells In the State Department’s official blog, DipNote I am traveling with Secretary of State Rex Tillerson this week on his inaugural visit to South Asia and am looking forward to working with officials in New Delhi to increase U.S.-India cooperation as outlined in his speech at the Center for Strategic and International Studies …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: U.S. & India
Pragati Maidan, New Delhi I’m delighted to be here with Mr. Ghanshyam Singh, Member Traction, as our countries unveil what we can do together. We’re here with two iconic names that represent the best of the United States and India, and a symbolic example of how we collaborate with state-of-the-art manufacturing. General Electric is one …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 October, 2017 | Topics: Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Clean Energy
ITC Maurya Hotel | September 28, 2017 (As Prepared for Delivery) Good Morning. On behalf of the United States Embassy in New Delhi, I am honored to welcome you to Passage to Prosperity, the India-Afghanistan Trade and Investment Show. It is a privilege to share the dais with this esteemed group. That you have taken the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 28 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, U.S. & India | Tags: Business, Economic growth, Trade
ITC Maurya Hotel | September 27, 2017 (As Prepared for Delivery) On behalf of the Embassy of the United States in New Delhi, India, I am honored to welcome you to the Passage to Prosperity, the India-Afghanistan Trade and Investment Show. I also want to give a very special welcome to our esteemed guests from …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, U.S. & India | Tags: Business, Trade
Collaboration on research, global health security and access to medicines will benefit both countries The second India-U.S. Health Dialogue (September 26-27, 2017) concluded in New Delhi today. The bilateral Dialogue was jointly inaugurated by Secretary CK Mishra, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW), Secretary Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Department of Health Research (DHR), MOHFW, Mr. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Health
More than 300 International Energy Experts Converge to Develop India-Specific Solutions Wednesday, September 6, 2017: The U.S. Agency for International Development and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), under the bilateral cooperation with the Ministry of Power (MOP) and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), jointly hosted today India’s first international conference on …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Clean Energy
America Amphibious Ready Group Commander, Amphibious Squadron 3 Commander, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit Release Number: AMAARG#21 Written by USS Pearl Harbor (LHS 52) Public Affairs GOA, India – The Whidbey Island-class (cargo variant) amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52), with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), departed Goa, India, after a scheduled …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Regional Security
The amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), arrived in Goa for a scheduled port visit and subject matter expert exchange August 24. USS Pearl Harbor is a Whidbey Island class (cargo variant) amphibious dock landing ship with a crew of over 700 Sailors and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 24 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, best wishes to the people of India as they celebrate their independence day and continue the journey we began together 70 years ago. The United States is proud to stand with the people of India, the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 August, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Rex Tillerson
Joint Statement by Telangana IT and Industries Minister, K. T. Rama Rao and U.S. Consul General Katherine Hadda Hyderabad: We are delighted that Hyderabad will be the site of the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES). As NITI Aayog CEO Kant and Chargé d’Affaires MaryKay Carlson noted in their announcement , the GES is the preeminent annual …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 August, 2017 | Topics: Hyderabad, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Entrepreneurship
Following the announcement by President Trump and Prime Minister Modi in Washington that the United States and India will co-host the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), we are pleased to announce the event will be held November 28-30 in Hyderabad, India. The theme of the Summit will be Women First, Prosperity for All, highlighting the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Economic growth, Entrepreneurship
Deputy Assistant to the President Lisa Curtis and Acting Assistant Secretary of State Alice Wells Travel to India Deputy Assistant to the President and National Security Council Senior Director for South and Central Asia Lisa Curtis traveled to New Delhi July 31 to August 1. She was joined by Acting Assistant Secretary of State for …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 2 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Acting Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs and Acting Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Ambassador Alice Wells will travel to New Delhi, India and Islamabad, Pakistan on her introductory trip to the region, July 30–August 8. She will meet with government officials, …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 July, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
(As Prepared) Good afternoon. Thank you all for the warm welcome and the invitation to join this wonderful event. I’m grateful to be able to speak to you today alongside Minister Vardhan and other senior government officials. I particularly want to thank Lockheed Martin and Tata, both of whom are partnering to promote innovation and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 July, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Business, Entrepreneurship, GOI, Innovation
The White House Office of the Press Secretary The United States strongly condemns the cowardly terrorist attack on religious pilgrims in the state of Jammu and Kashmir on July 10. We extend condolences to the victims’ families and the people of India. An attack on religious freedom is an attack on the most fundamental right …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 12 July, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
July 11, 2017 | Op-Ed by Chargé d’Affaires MaryKay Carlson in the Times of India Billions of dollars’ worth of commerce and millions of tons of cargo move through the Bay of Bengal each year, but this week the Bay is especially active as vessels from the US Navy, Indian Navy, and the Japanese Maritime …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 11 July, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Defense, Regional Security
By CTF 70 Public Affairs CHENNAI, India – Naval ships, aircraft and personnel from India, Japan and the United States will participate in exercise Malabar 2017, July 7-17, 2017. Malabar 2017 is the latest in a continuing series of exercises that has grown in scope and complexity over the years to address the variety of …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 6 July, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Malabar 2017, Malabar Exercise 2017
The White House Office of the Vice President Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium Washington, D.C. 11:00 A.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Chairman Chambers, President Aghi, Ambassador Sarna, Ambassador Roemer, distinguished Members of Congress who joint us here today. It is an honor to join you for the 42nd Annual Leadership Summit of the U.S.-India …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 27 June, 2017 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Business, Mike Pence, Trade
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary President Donald J. Trump hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India at the White House on June 26 for an official visit to Washington, D.C. In marking 70 years of diplomatic relations between India and the United States, the leaders resolved to expand and deepen the strategic …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 June, 2017 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The White House Office of the Press Secretary President Donald Trump hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the White House on June 26, 2017. The visit reinforced the close ties between the United States and India that have strengthened both great democracies. Highlights of this cooperation include: Global Partners on Defense and Security Major Defense …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 June, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to the White House on June 26, 2017. The President looks forward to discussing ways to strengthen ties between the United States and India and to advance our common priorities: fighting terrorism, promoting economic growth and reforms, and expanding security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 13 June, 2017 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Donald J. Trump
(As Prepared) Introduction Good morning and welcome to the U.S. Embassy. I am pleased to have you here for our Student Visa Day celebration. Today, all five of our posts throughout India – Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai – are hosting special events dedicated to Indian students who plan to study in the United …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Higher Education
Today, the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, and Consulates General in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai, opened their doors to more than 4,000 Indian students applying for visas to pursue higher education in the United States. Chargé d’Affaires MaryKay Carlson ( remarks here ) in New Delhi and Consuls General throughout India congratulated applicants as they joined …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Education, Higher Education, Study in the U.S.
UNITED STATES MISSION TO THE UNITED NATIONS Office of Press and Public Diplomacy Ambassador Nikki Haley met with Ambassador Syed Akbaruddin, India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. They discussed peacekeeping reform and India’s economic and anticorruption reforms that have helped businesses and spurred growth. They also discussed the close ties between the two countries …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 April, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
Op-ed by Chargé d’Affaires MaryKay Loss Carlson I want to congratulate all the Indian students who have received offers of admission from one of the over 4,500 accredited institutions of higher learning in the United States. Graduates of US universities have gone on to become leaders and innovators in many fields around the world, and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 26 April, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Education
The White House Office of the Press Secretary President Donald J. Trump spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to congratulate him on the outcome of India’s recent state-level elections. President Trump expressed support for the Prime Minister’s economic reform agenda and emphasized his great respect for the people of India. President Trump also …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 28 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
Partnership between the public and private sectors is not always easy. To be candid, for too long in India the private sector has been viewed with suspicion and the profit motive has been viewed with contempt.
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 14 March, 2017 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship
Mark A. White, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service with the rank of Minister Counselor, has joined the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in India as the new Mission Director. Mr. White assumes leadership as USAID leverages India’s growing human and financial resources through partnerships that catalyze innovation and entrepreneurship to solve critical …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 7 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India, U.S. Agencies | Tags: USAID
(As Prepared) Mr. Minister, thank you for inviting me to join you today at this memorable event. I’d also like to thank Mr. Amitabh Agnihotri, the Director of the National Zoological Park, and Mr. S. Dasgupta, the Inspector-General of Forests, for organizing this event. Finally, I want to thank everyone here today who is taking …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 3 March, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Wildlife
House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-WI) issued the following statement after meeting with Indian Foreign Secretary Subrahmanyam Jaishankar: “The relationship between the United States and India is rooted in shared values of democracy and freedom. We had a great opportunity today to build on this critical partnership by discussing ways to enhance our economic and defense …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 2 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi strongly condemns the tragic shooting in Olathe, Kansas resulting in the death of an Indian citizen and injury to an Indian and an American. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Kuchibhotla. We share their grief, and wish a full and speedy recovery to …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 24 February, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Hyderabad, Press Releases, U.S. & India
The White House Office of the Press Secretary January 18, 2017 President Obama spoke by phone today with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India to thank the Prime Minister for his partnership and to review joint efforts of cooperation including defense, civil nuclear energy, and enhanced people-to-people ties. Recalling his visit as Chief Guest at …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 19 January, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
Mumbai, January 8: U.S. Ambassador to India Richard R. Verma and legendary Indian actor Mr. Amitabh Bachchan came together for a Live Video Chat on Facebook, dedicating their Sunday evening to talk about the important issue of tuberculosis (TB) with their fans and followers. Going live from Mumbai, the two talked about the U.S. Embassy’s …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 January, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Mumbai, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Health
The U.S. Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) recently completed a mission in India to locate the remains of servicemen missing since World War II. The DPAA team concentrated their efforts on sites where U.S. aircraft are believed to have crashed in the Himalayas with still unaccounted-for U.S. servicemen. The DPAA team visited several locations in Arunachal Pradesh to determine …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 December, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship
U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter made an official visit to India at the invitation of Raksha Mantri Shri Manohar Parrikar today, marking the seventh interaction between the two leaders. Raksha Mantri Parrikar and Secretary Carter reviewed the tremendous progress made in bilateral defense ties and discussed the immense promise for the future of India-U.S. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 December, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Defense, GOI
Good morning. Thank you to the organizers of this impressive workshop. I know a lot of hard work went into putting together such a great lineup of events and speakers and I would like to particularly recognize U.S. Trade and Development Agency U.S. Department of Commerce U.S.-India CEO Forum U.S.-India Business Council Confederation of Indian …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 December, 2016 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Smart Cities
Pentagon Press Secretary Peter Cook provided the following readout Today Secretary Carter met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his final trip to India as U.S. secretary of defense. The two discussed the tremendous progress in bilateral defense ties between the United States and India and the irreversible progress the strategic partnership has enjoyed …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 8 December, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Defense, GOI
(As Prepared for Delivery) Good Afternoon. It is my pleasure to be here today to launch the 2016 Open Doors report in India. One of our Mission’s highest priorities is to promote increased educational ties between the United States and India. That includes promoting studies in the United States, facilitating partnerships between U.S. and Indian …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 16 November, 2016 | Topics: Education, Former U.S. Ambassadors, Press Releases, Speeches, Study in the U.S., U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Education, Higher Education
(As Prepared for Delivery) Good Afternoon. I am very pleased to see so many of you here at the American Center for this Global Entrepreneurship Week 2016 gathering. We are deeply grateful to Special Secretary Y.S. Malik for having taken time out of his extremely hectic schedule to join us. Entrepreneurship is a major feature …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 16 November, 2016 | Topics: Business, Doing Business in the U.S., Former U.S. Ambassadors, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Economic growth, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Trade
The U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) and ELS Educational Services, Inc. (ELS), of Princeton, NJ will organize U.S. Education Fairs for twenty U.S. institutions of higher education in four cities in Nepal and India between November 14 and 19, 2016. The U.S. Education Fairs will take place during International Education Week during which the U.S. government …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 November, 2016 | Topics: Education, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Education, Higher Education
International student enrollment in the U.S. tops one million for the first time Students from India increased by 25% to 165,918 – Record Number of Students, Record Increase An increasing number of students are crossing the globe to gain practical, international experience that they can apply in their careers and life in a global society. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 15 November, 2016 | Topics: Education, Press Releases, Study in the U.S., U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Education, Study in the U.S.
Ladies and gentleman, on behalf of Embassy New Delhi, I’d like to welcome everyone to this year’s Marine Corps Ball. It’s an immense honor to be here this evening to celebrate the 241st anniversary of the United States Marine Corps . There’s a common saying that the life of a Marine is to defend the American way of life. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 10 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: United States Marine
The Indo-US Science and Technology Forum , the National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), sponsored the Indo-US Workshop to Explore Bilateral Research Opportunities to Address Air Quality and Health Issues from November 8-10 at the Indian Habitat Centre. Research Triangle International and the Embassy of the United States of America in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 10 November, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: air quality, Bilateral relationship, Health
Today the U.S. Mission to India launched a new website for the Embassy in New Delhi and the four Consulates General in Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Mumbai. The new website address for the entire U.S. Mission is https://in.usembassy.gov . This website is in English, Hindi and Urdu and is built on WordPress, a popular web and …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 25 October, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Climate, Culture, Education, Energy, Environment, Higher Education, North India, Technology, Travel to India
Remarks by U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Michael Froman at the University of Chicago Center in Delhi Nearly seventy years ago, Prime Minister Nehru stood before the Constituent Assembly on the occasion of India’s independence to describe his vision of the future: a nation whose freedom, forged in its “suffering and sacrifice,” would serve as a …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Economic growth, Trade
Minister of Commerce and Industry of India Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman and U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Michael Froman met in Delhi on October 20, 2016, for the tenth ministerial-level meeting of the India and United States Trade Policy Forum (TPF). The Ministers agreed that the TPF has greatly strengthened U.S. – India engagement on bilateral trade …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Economic growth, Intellectual Property, Trade
The United States-India Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Working Group, which promotes development of the ICT sector, met in New Delhi, on September 27th, 2016. The Participants noted that the Working Group aims to strengthen collaboration between the governments and private sector of the two countries in the field of ICT. Marking the occasion, the …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 29 September, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
The Governments of the United States and India held the Fifth U.S.-India Cyber Dialogue in New Delhi on September 28, 2016. The U.S.-India Cyber Dialogue reflects our nations’ broad engagement and long-standing cooperation on important bilateral and global issues. The Cyber Dialogue is a forum for implementing the Framework for the India–U.S. Cyber relationship, in …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 29 September, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India
1. Shared Principles Cooperation on cyber issues is a key component of the bilateral relationship between India and the United States. The two countries have created a wide-ranging strategic partnership that reflects their shared values, democratic traditions, national security and economic interests, and common vision and principles for cyberspace. Consistent with their …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 August, 2016 | Topics: Key Documents, Policy, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Cybersecurity, GOI
1. India and the United States held the second India-U.S. Strategic and Commercial Dialogue in New Delhi today. External Affairs Minister of India Sushma Swaraj and Minister of State for Commerce and Industry of India Nirmala Sitharaman co-chaired the dialogue with U.S. Secretary of State John F. Kerry and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker. …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 30 August, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Climate, Energy, GOI, Health, Innovation, Smart Cities, Tourism, Trade
Thank you for this opportunity to address the 2016 Cyber Range Summit. The U.S. Mission greatly values the partnerships we have with the business community, and I commend the Indian Chamber of Commerce, The Chatterjee Group and Ixia for their leadership in organizing this event. It’s a privilege to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 22 August, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Ambassadors, U.S. & India | Tags: Cybersecurity, GOI, Innovation, S&CD
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the creation of a North India Office that will manage U.S. Government outreach to the more than 355 million Indian citizens that live in the Embassy’s New Delhi Consular District. As the U.S. relationship with India strengthens, the extent of our partnership becomes more diverse and deeper. …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 13 June, 2016 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, embassy, Events, Press Releases, Sections & Offices, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, North India, Smart Cities, Travel to India
By Michael Buchanan – Jun 7, 2016 President Obama and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have forged a special relationship since their first meeting in 2014 — one that includes a particular interest in clean energy and climate change .That bond was on display when Obama hosted the prime minister of the world’s largest democracy at the White House on June 7. …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 9 June, 2016 | Topics: U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Climate, Environment
Sasebo, Japan | June 9, 2016 By Commander, Task Force (CTF) 70 Public Affairs SASEBO, JAPAN (June 9, 2016) – Naval ships, aircraft and personnel from India, Japan and the United States will participate in the annual exercise Malabar 2016, June 9-17, 2016. Malabar 2016 is the latest in a continuing series of complex, high-end …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 9 June, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Bilateral relationship, Defense, Multinational, Security
Today the Embassy of the United States of America and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy announced grants to nine of India’s top clean energy innovators. The awards were funded through the PACEsetter Fund , a ₹50 crore (US$7.9 million) account maintained jointly between the two governments. PACEsetter Fund awards were given to projects focused on …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 27 May, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Climate, Energy, Entrepreneurship, Environment
Yes, we have a brand new website! Have a look around! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. The sections are: Visas – For all your Visa needs and questions. U.S. Citizen Services – Providing services and information for U.S. Citizens. Our Relationship – Information on our current Government Leaders and our …
Read More»
By U.S. Mission India | 24 May, 2016 | Topics: U.S. & India
The U.S. Embassy on May 9 welcomed Indian-American actor and former White House official, Kal Penn. U.S. Ambassador Richard R. Verma and Mr. Penn together visited the Shastri Market Camp near Moti Bagh and Tata’s Smart Grid Lab in Rohini, to see how projects like these symbolize the strength of the U.S-India partnership. At Shastri …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 9 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & India | Tags: Environment, Hygiene, Sanitation, Smart Cities, Urbanization, Water
USAID/India Mission Director Jonathan Addleton | Published in Urdu in Roznama Rashtriya Sahara, April 2, 2016 The development partnership between India and the United States goes back several decades, contributing to a legacy that lives on in areas ranging from the network of Indian Institutes of Technology to India’s capital markets. Prior partnerships also supported …
Read More»
By U.S. Embassy New Delhi | 2 April, 2016 | Topics: Speeches, U.S. & India
![[L-R] Actor Kamal Haasan, U.S. Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti, Tamil Nadu Minister for School Education Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, and U.S. Consul General in Chennai Chris Hodges celebrate the 248th anniversary of U.S. National Day in Chennai on Thursday, July 18, 2024.](https://in.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/71/IMG_2546-750x450.jpeg "IMG_2546")
