US ambassador to India Sergio Gor met home minister Amit Shah Thursday NEW DELHI: US ambassador to India Sergio Gor met home minister Amit Shah Thursday, with the two sides exploring ways to deepen bilateral security ties, focusing on tackling terrorism and cross-border drug trade. The high-level engagement unfolded barely 24 hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat down with US President Donald Trump on the margins of the G7 summit at Evian-les-Bains in France, signalling a fresh push to reset relations between the two democracies. Sharing details of the talks on X, Shah wrote, “Met US ambassador to India Sergio Gor in New Delhi today (Thursday). Had a detailed discussion on further strengthening cooperation between India and the US in the area of security, particularly in counter-terrorism and counter-narcotics.” The home minister said with Modi at the helm, New Delhi remained resolute in carrying forward the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership while making certain that citizens of both countries reaped the rewards of the expanding partnership. In a separate post, the US envoy described the sit-down with Shah as “excellent”. “We had a fruitful discussion on enhancing collaboration to combat terrorism, shield our people from narcotics and illicit drugs, secure our borders and jointly bring criminals to justice in both nations,” Gor said.The diplomat also conveyed his upbeat assessment of the recent diplomacy abroad. “Back in New Delhi after a great trip to the G7 in France. Lots of positive outcomes between the United States and India,” he wrote.The fresh round of security diplomacy came against the backdrop of Modi’s Wednesday meeting with Trump, where the PM pressed for the safety of seafarers to be treated as a top concern while Washington’s peace arrangement with Iran is rolled out. Officials on both sides are expected to firm up the roadmap for joint action in weeks ahead. Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosExplained: India’s Telegram Ban Ahead of NEET Re-Exam; Necessary Step or Pointless Move?Football Legend’s Kolkata Tour Mismanagement Still Under Scanner; Accountability Questions GrowHow Jewar Airport Changed The Region: MLA Dhirendra Singh On Jobs, Investment And GrowthPunjab CM Bhagwant Mann Claims Forensic Reports Vindicate Him In ‘Sacrilege’ Video RowUBT Crisis Deepens as Raut Claims Rebel MPs Got More Cash and Moved to Safe LocationBJP Leader Burnt Alive, 2 Others Killed Over Sand Mining Clash In ChhattisgarhCalcutta High Court Refuses Interim Relief to TMC, Ritabrata Banerjee Stays Leader of OppositionSix Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Stay Away From Delhi Meet, Uddhav Camp on Edge As Defection Buzz IntensifiesVaiko-Vijay Meetings Trigger Buzz Over MDMK’s Future In Tamil Nadu’s Changing PoliticsModi-Starmer Confirm July 15 Launch Of Trade Pact Projected To Boost Bilateral Commerce123Photostories9 high-protein air fryer snacks for office tiffinThere are only 4 American states that start with the letter ‘A’; here’s why they’re famous among travellers5 famous Vande Bharat train routes in North India: Travel time, destinations and fareFrom Langra to Bombay (which has no Mumbai connection): Famous mangoes of India and why they are called soSkip the crowds and explore this offbeat mountain escape with rainbow viewsJapanese proverb of the day: “Life without endeavour is like entering a jewel mine and coming out…”5 relationship myths that can easily destroy a marriageCould these small changes be Alzheimer’s? Doctors share the signs families often missCan’t sleep? American neurosurgeon shares 5 simple tips that actually workMorning puffy face: Expert says it might be a sign of inflammation – how to fix it123Hot PicksAaron Rodger ExCA TopperLionel MessiVaibhav SooryavanshiKannur University FYUGP TrialNFL Trade RumorsThomas TuchelWBJEE admit cardMP board second resultTop TrendingCristiano RonaldoIshan KishanShubham GillFIFA World Cup 2026What is Legacy BadgeDownload Optifine for Minecraft 26.2Aman SangerCBSE 10th Second Board Result 2026Eknath ShindeDevajit Saikia
NEW DELHI: US ambassador to India Sergio Gor met home minister Amit Shah Thursday, with the two sides exploring ways to deepen bilateral security ties, focusing on tackling terrorism and cross-border drug trade. The high-level engagement unfolded barely 24 hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi sat down with US President Donald Trump on the margins of the G7 summit at Evian-les-Bains in France, signalling a fresh push to reset relations between the two democracies. Sharing details of the talks on X, Shah wrote, “Met US ambassador to India Sergio Gor in New Delhi today (Thursday). Had a detailed discussion on further strengthening cooperation between India and the US in the area of security, particularly in counter-terrorism and counter-narcotics.” The home minister said with Modi at the helm, New Delhi remained resolute in carrying forward the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership while making certain that citizens of both countries reaped the rewards of the expanding partnership. In a separate post, the US envoy described the sit-down with Shah as “excellent”. “We had a fruitful discussion on enhancing collaboration to combat terrorism, shield our people from narcotics and illicit drugs, secure our borders and jointly bring criminals to justice in both nations,” Gor said.The diplomat also conveyed his upbeat assessment of the recent diplomacy abroad. “Back in New Delhi after a great trip to the G7 in France. Lots of positive outcomes between the United States and India,” he wrote.The fresh round of security diplomacy came against the backdrop of Modi’s Wednesday meeting with Trump, where the PM pressed for the safety of seafarers to be treated as a top concern while Washington’s peace arrangement with Iran is rolled out. Officials on both sides are expected to firm up the roadmap for joint action in weeks ahead.
