U.S. President Donald Trump has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “a great man” and “a friend,” while hinting at a possible visit to India next year. Speaking at the White House after announcing a new deal to cut prices of weight-loss drugs, Trump said his talks with PM Modi were “going great.” He noted progress in ongoing trade discussions between the two nations and praised India’s economic growth under Modi’s leadership. Trump also remarked that India has “largely reduced” its purchases of Russian oil, reflecting closer cooperation with Washington. Although he stopped short of confirming specific travel plans, Trump said a visit to India in 2026 “could be” on the cards — a move that could further strengthen the strategic and trade ties between the world’s two largest democracies.
