In a significant gesture of the robust India-US ties, US President Donald Trump recently acknowledged the praise he received from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a podcast. The podcast featured Modi lauding Trump’s support at the 2019 ‘Howdy Modi’ event and commending his leadership qualities. Trump’s recognition comes amidst ongoing trade negotiations, with the US President addressing India’s high tariff rates as a point of contention. The exchange underscores the continued efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations.