Trump's call to Modi signals thaw in US-India relations as trade talks continue

US President Donald Trump has extended birthday wishes to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a gesture of goodwill amid ongoing trade discussions. The call on Wednesday, a day ahead of Modi's 75th birthday, follows weeks of tensions surrounding trade tariffs and is viewed as a sign of improving relations between the two nations, BBC reported. In a post on X, Trump praised Modi for doing a “tremendous job” and thanked him for support on “ending the Russia-Ukraine war”. Modi, in turn, referred to Trump as a "friend”, affirming that both leaders were “committed” to strengthening their partnership. This marked the first conversation between the two since the US imposed tariffs on India last month to deter New Delhi from...