Vance, Modi claim progress in trade talks

NEW DELHI — US Vice-President JD Vance and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi touted progress in talks for a trade deal between the two countries, their offices said on Monday, as New Delhi rushes to avoid US tariffs and court President Donald Trump's administration.

Vance arrived in India earlier on Monday for a largely personal four-day visit to the country with his family, which includes visiting the Taj Mahal and making a speech in the city of Jaipur, US officials said.

The two leaders also noted continued efforts toward enhancing cooperation in energy, defense and strategic technologies, among others, a statement from Modi's office said after talks between them.