Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard today at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, marking her second engagement with the Indian leader since her confirmation as DNI in February. The meeting, held during Gabbard’s two-and-a-half-day visit to India, focused on advancing India-U.S. intelligence cooperation and counter-terrorism efforts, reinforcing their Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

Modi welcomed Gabbard, presenting her with a vase containing Gangajal from the recently concluded Prayagraj Mahakumbh, symbolizing cultural goodwill. “Delighted to meet @TulsiGabbard again, this time in Delhi,” Modi posted on X. “Our discussions today furthered our shared commitment to deepen India-USA ties, a friendship she has long championed.” Gabbard, arriving Sunday as part of an Indo-Pacific tour, met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval earlier and is slated to address the Raisina Dialogue tomorrow.

The talks come amid Gabbard’s push to strengthen U.S. alliances, following her earlier meeting with Modi in Washington, D.C., on February 13. Sources indicate discussions spanned intelligence sharing, cybersecurity, and emerging threats, with Modi raising concerns about anti-India activities by groups like Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a point echoed in Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s meeting with Gabbard earlier today. Gabbard’s visit, the first high-level Trump administration trip to India, underscores a mutual resolve to counter terrorism and enhance security collaboration, building on their leaders’ rapport.