If the trade deal happens with India, it will be towards end of the year: Trump

Donald Trump India visit Day 2: US President Donald Trump has a packed schedule today in New Delhi. Earlier, the US President paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and was also given a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held talks at the Hyderabad House, while the US First Lady Melania Trump attended 'Happiness Class' programme at a Delhi school. In the evening, Donald Trump will attend the state banquet hosted in his honour by President Kovind. Later, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu will also call on the visiting US President. Trump is scheduled to depart at 10 pm tonight.

Catch all the live updates of Donald Trump maiden India trip here:

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-"If the trade deal happens with India, it will be towards the end of the year," says Trump

-"Discussed Pakistan with PM Modi; I have good equation with Pakistan PM Imran Khan, they are working to control cross-border terrorism," says Trump

-Trump says he talked about religious freedom with Modi, who said he wants people to have religious freedom. "We did talk about religious freedom. Prime Minister Modi wants people to have religious freedom in India...If you look back India has worked hard for religious freedom," Trump said.

-Trump says he's willing to mediate between India and Pakistan on Kashmir

-"I didn't discuss with PM Modi, it is up to India," says Trump on violent incidents in New Delhi during his visit

-Trump says Weinstein conviction 'sends a very strong message'

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-India would like to see US-Taliban peace deal happen; discussed it with PM Modi: President Trump

-"I don't think anyone has done more than I did," says Trump on containing radical Islamic terrorism

-Indo-US cooperation in energy sector is expanding, says Donald Trump

-"At this moment, India doesn't have much of a problem with coronavirus," says Trump

-India-US discussed issue of coronavirus; US has it under control: Trump

-Nobody has done more than me when it comes to fighting terror, says Trump

-As his two-day visit came to a close, Donald Trump interacted with media where he said "India is a tremendous country and market" and that India would like to see an Afghan peace deal.

Trump addresses India Inc

• US President Donald J Trump interacting with business leaders in Delhi: It has been an honour to be here. You have a very special Prime Minister, he really knows what he is doing. He is a tough man. He has done a fantastic job. We work very closely together
• Some of the regulations have to go through statutory process; we are going to reduce a lot more regulations.
• India is buying USD 3 bn worth of helicopters, says Trump.
• Markets will soar when I win, says Trump.
• US President Donald Trump: China is working very hard, I have spoken to President Xi. It looks like China is getting it under control coronavirus.
• Trump says drop in stock markets on Monday was something bad but "feel we are in pretty good shape in the US in terms of coronavirus".
• China is working very hard to contain coronavirus; it looks like they are getting it more and more under control.
• President Donald Trump has assured highest consideration to India for procurement, technology, joint collaboration in defence sector.
• We are running Obamacare well.
• US President Donald J Trump interacts with business leaders in Delhi; Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani present at the meeting.

India, US held talks in five major categories: Foreign Secretary

India and the US held talks in five major categories - security, defence, energy, technology and people to people contact, with President Donald Trump assuring India highest consideration for collaboration in defence sector, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said.

Trump, Modi joint press statement

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi issue a joint press statement.

US President Donald Trump at Hyderabad House

-Donald Trump says India to purchase over $3 billion defence equipment from the US

-Donald Trump says optimistic can reach comprehensive trade deal with India.

-Trump says discussed importance of secure 5G telecom network with Modi.

-Our relationship with India has never been as special as it is right now. We have made some wonderful deals for our countries.

-In our meeting with PM Modi, we discussed on a new mechanism to tackle narco-terrorism and organised crime.

-US-India partnership truly stronger than ever before.

India and US ink 3 pacts

India and the US inked three MoUs, including one in energy sector, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that the two countries have decided to take Indo-US ties to comprehensive global partnership level.

PM Modi, US President conclude bilateral talks

• PM Narendra Modi: Today we discussed every important aspect of US-India partnership, be it defence and security, energy strategic partnership, trade or people to people ties. The strengthening in defence ties between India and US is an important aspect of our partnership.
• I welcome President Trump to India again: PM Modi at joint press event with US President.
• President Trump has given priority to fight against drug trafficking.
• We(India and USA) resolved to step up efforts to make those who support terrorism, responsible.
• The most important foundation of the special relationship between India and the USA is people to people contact. Professionals, students, the Indian diaspora in USA have a major contribution in this

Melania Trump leaves from Delhi school

First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump leaves from Sarvodaya Co-Ed Senior Secondary School in Nanakpura, after meeting and interacting with the students there.

Students gift Madhubani paintings to First Lady

Students of Sarvodaya Co-Ed Senior Secondary School in Nanakpura, gift Madhubani paintings made by them to First Lady of the United States Melania Trump.

Melania Trump says Namaste!

• Namaste! It's a beautiful school. Thank you for welcoming me with a traditional dance performance. This is my first visit to India, people here are so welcoming and so kind.
• Children like you to promote similar ideas of well-being through my 'BE BEST' initiative. 3 pillars of 'BE BEST' include dangers of drug abuse, importance of online safety&overall well-being of children.

Melania Trump at Sarvodaya Co-Ed Senior Secondary School

Students perform on a folk song during the visit of the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump at Sarvodaya Co-Ed Senior Secondary School in Nanakpura.

Modi-Trump hold talks; trade, defence, security on agenda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held extensive talks covering the entire spectrum of bilateral ties, including the key areas of defence, security, and trade and investment. During their talks at the Hyderabad House, the two leaders are also expected to deliberate on regional issues, including the US' proposed peace deal with the Taliban, the situation in the Indo-Pacific, the threat of terrorism and the situation in the Gulf region. After the talks, the two sides will seal defence deals worth around USD 3 billion.

People were at stadium more for you than me: Donald Trump at Hyderabad House

US President Donald Trump: The last two days, especially yesterday at the stadium, it was a great honour for me. People were there maybe more for you (PM Modi) than for me. 125 thousand people were inside. Every time I mentioned you, they cheered more. People love you here.

Thanks for visiting India Donald Trump: PM Modi at Hyderabad House

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House: I welcome you and the US delegation to India. I know that you are busy these days, still, you took out time for the visit to India. I am grateful to you for this.

Melania Trump interacts with students

First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump interacts with students and teachers at Sarvodaya Co-Ed Senior Secondary School in Nanakpura.

Trump and Modi hold bilateral talks

Now that the US-India trade agreement looks likely to be pushed until after the US election, news of a $3 billion military deal has boosted hopes the visit will result in real progress on defense ties. There is also the possibility of a pact on security in the Indo-Pacific -- an issue front and center for the two nations as they work to counter the growing influence of China in the region. A joint statement is expected after the meetings between the two leaders and officials on both sides.

Melania visits Delhi govt school, welcomed with tilak

US First Lady Melania Trump arrived at a Delhi government school to attend a 'happiness class'. She was given a traditional welcome by students who lined the entrance holding flags of the two countries in honour of the visiting dignitary. A young girl student handed a bouquet to Melania as the First Lady wore a tilak on her forehead after being welcomed with an 'arti thali'.

Melania Trump in South Delhi school

US First Lady Melania Trump arrives in South Delhi school to attend Happiness Class. Sarvodaya Co-Educational Senior Secondary School was decked up with floral garlands and motifs to welcome the US First Lady.

PM Modi, US President hold bilateral talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds talks with US President Donald Trump to discuss entire gamut of bilateral ties.

Trumps reach Hyderabad House, meet Modi

Donald Trump and Melania Trump have reached the Hyderabad House where they were welcomed by PM Modi. The two leaders will now hold delegation-level talks at length.

Donald Trump to reach Hyderabad House

US President Donald Trump will reach Hyderabad House shortly where he will hold bilateral talks with PM Narendra Modi. PM Modi has arrived at Hyderabad House. The meeting will be a closed-door one following which PM Modi will host Trump for lunch.

Hyderabad House decked up to host Modi-Trump meet

New Delhi's iconic Hyderabad House is all decked up to host the bilateral talks between PM Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at Hyderabad House, the place where meetings with foreign dignitaries are held. The building was adorned with flags of India and the US.

Americans stand strongly with India: Trump

US President Donald Trump wrote 'Americans stand strongly with India' in the visitor's book at Rajghat.

Trumps write in the visitor's book

US President Donald Trump & First Lady Melania Trump write in the visitor's book at Rajghat.

Delhi govt school students in colourful clothes wait to greet Melania Trump

Amid massive security, scores of children of a Delhi government school were seen doing final rehearsals outside the gate of the institution, hours before the visit of US First Lady Melania Trump. She will visit Sarvodaya Co-Ed Senior Secondary School in South Delhi's Moti Bagh in the morning today. She will attend a session of the Happiness Class.

US President Donald Trump and wife Melania visit Rajghat

US President Donald Trump and wife Melania pay floral tributes at Mahatma Gandhi's memorial at Rajghat.

PM Modi arrives at Hyderabad House

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Hyderabad House. US President Donald Trump will meet him here shortly.

US President, Melania Trump will pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi

US President and the First Lady have left the Rashtrapati Bhavan. They will be paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the Raj Ghat.

Ivanka Trump at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Trump's daughter Ivanka, son-in-law Jared Kushner and several top officials of the US administration were also present at the ceremony.

Trump accorded ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan

The US President was given the traditional tri-service Guard of Honour at the forecourt of the President House. The Guard of Honour was led by an Army officer with the contingent smartly attired in their uniform and polished boots.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Health Minister Harsh Vardhan, Indian Ambassador to US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu and the three service chiefs were also present at the occasion.

US President receives ceremonial welcome

US President Donald Trump receives ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

President Ram Nath Kovind receive Donald Trump, Melania Trump

President Ram Nath Kovind, his wife Savita Kovind and PM Narendra Modi receive US President Donald Trump and the First Lady Melania Trump at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

PM Modi at Rashtrapati Bhawan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at Rashtrapati Bhawan. US President Donald Trump will be accorded a ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan, shortly.

Trumps arrive at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Trump, accompanied by wife Melania, arrived at the President House in the famous 'The Beast' car (or limousine), accompanied by Presidential Bodyguards. Read more

Donald Trump's evening schedule

In the evening, the US President will hold a presser before he drives to Rashtrapati Bhavan again for meeting President Ram Nath Kovind. He will also attend the state banquet hosted in his honour by President Kovind. Later, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu will also call on the visiting US President. Trump is scheduled to depart at 10:00 pm tonight.

Delhi police issues traffic advisory

In view of US President Donald Trump's visit in Delhi today, there will be traffic restrictions in some parts of the national capital. "From forenoon till around 4 pm on 25th February, the traffic is likely to remain heavy in Moti Bagh, Chanakyapuri, India Gate, and areas around ITO, Delhi Gate and the adjoining areas of Central and New Delhi," Delhi Traffic Police shared the traffic advisory via a tweet. "On February 25 evening, the traffic is likely to remain heavy in Chanakyapuri, RML roundabout, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Cantonment, Delhi-Gurgaon Road (NH 48) and adjoining areas," the advisory said. Read more

Great day for our teachers, tweets Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Melania Trump will attend happiness class in our school today. Great day for our teachers, students and Delhiites. For centuries, India has taught spirituality to the world. Am happy that she will take back the msg of happiness from our school.

Melania Trump to visit Delhi govt school

US First Lady Melania Trump will visit a Delhi government school in Nanakpura today.She will visit the Sarvodaya Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School where she will review the "Happiness Class" programme implemented by the Delhi government. As a part of the programme, students are taught various activities including meditation, street plays, basic obedience aimed at reducing anxiety and stress levels among children.

Unprecedented security cover at ITC Maurya

Unprecedented security is in place at Delhi's ITC Maurya hotel where US President Donald Trump and his family are lodged. According to sources five-layer security is in place at the hotel. First two layers are manned by personnel of American security agency and FBI while the rest three layers are manned by Indian security forces. This is the first time the entire hotel has been evacuated for the American president as all the 438 rooms at the hotel have been booked for the Americans.

Donald Trump in India Day 1

Trump, who spoke at 'Namaste Trump' event at the packed Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad after his arrival in India, lavishly praised on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership and spoke effusively of India's rise as a plural, diverse democracy. He announced that the two countries will sign deals to sell over USD $ 3 billion in for state-of-the-art helicopters and other equipment for Indian armed forces and said the US should be India's premier defence partner. Trump, who was accompanied by his wife Melania, came to the stadium after a brief visit to Sabarmati Ashram where he spun charkha and garlanded the portrait of Mahatma Gandhi. Trump's daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner are also accompanying him during the visit. From Ahmedabad, the Trumps flew to Agra and visited Taj Mahal. They appreciated the grandeur of the Taj Mahal in the picturesque backdrop of setting sun before departing for Delhi.