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As we mark 249 years of American independence and begin the countdown to America 250, we reflect on the shared values that unite U.S. and India—freedom, democracy, and a commitment for a secure, free, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. Join us this July for U.S.-India Forward for…
.@StateIVLP and Fulbright-Nehru alumna Dr. Madhuchanda Ghosh explores the challenges & opportunities shaping the Indo-Pacific, the significance of U.S.-India-Japan cooperation, and the experiences that have shaped her understanding of global affairs. Read more in #SPANMag…
Congrats to Axiom Mission 4 on a successful splashdown! Missions like #Ax4 support research and outreach while developing the low Earth orbit economy, ultimately providing the government with reliable and safe access to space at a lower cost. Learn more about our commercial…
Welcome back to Earth, #Ax4! Today the Dragon spacecraft successfully splashed down marking the end of their successful mission to the International Space Station.
Two Democracies. One Vision: The U.S. and India Strategic Partnership is driven by shared national interests and shared priorities that are crucial to shaping the 21st century. Through cooperation in defense, tech, diplomacy, education, and people-to-people ties, this partnership…
U.S. and India team-up to boost Indo-Pacific security! Indian start-up Sagar Defence and Boeing subsidiary Liquid Robotics are co-developing uncrewed surface vehicles to monitor the seas for a free and open Indo-Pacific. Read more at @SPANmag spanmag.state.gov/boosting-secur…
As we begin to celebrate #America250, Chargé d’Affaires Jorgan Andrews joined Consul General Kathy Giles-Diaz and our U.S. Consulate Kolkata community and partners in Kolkata to mark the 249th U.S. National Day, honoring our shared commitment to safer, stronger, and more…
Celebrating Abraham Lincoln: A Legacy of Leadership and Freedom Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States (1861–1865), is a towering figure in American history. Known for his leadership during the Civil War and his pivotal role in the emancipation of enslaved…
The National Garden of American Heroes will honor 250 men and women who embody the American spirit and excellence. Meet some of the trailblazers, visionaries and pioneers whose courage and creativity shaped the United States. Read here — spanmag.state.gov/celebrating-am……
Reminder! The length of time an international visitor is allowed to stay in United States is determined by the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer upon your arrival, NOT your visa expiration date. To see how long you can stay, check your I-94 (admit until date) at…
From film screenings to diplomacy simulations, American Spaces across India are gearing up for #America250! Young Indians will explore U.S. history, culture & values through interactive events leading up to the 2026 celebrations. Read more at #SPANmag spanmag.state.gov/america250-mee……
Demonstrating the Trump Administration’s commitment to countering terrorism and enforcing President Trump’s call for justice for the Pahalgam attack, @SecRubio and @StateDept designated The Resistance Front (TRF) — a Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT) front and proxy — as a Foreign…
Maritime geopolitics expert and @StateIVLP alumna Pratnashree Basu discusses the Indo-Pacific region’s biggest challenges, the role of the Quad and why connectivity and cooperation matter more than ever. Read here - spanmag.state.gov/securing-the-i… @SPANmag @PratnashreeBasu
Committing assault, theft, or burglary in the United States won’t just cause you legal issues – it could lead to your visa being revoked and make you ineligible for future U.S. visas. The United States values law and order and expects foreign visitors to follow all U.S. laws.
From India to @NASA training in Houston, from launching from Florida to outer space, from the @Space_Station to arrival back off the California coast - we’re proud of the role U.S. expertise and the spirit of U.S.-India space collaboration played as Shubhanshu Shukla “inspired a…
Building resilient, secure, and sustainable ports across the Indo-Pacific! Our latest feature in @SPANMag dives into the U.S. State Department’s Indo-Pacific Secure and Sustainable Infrastructure Program (IPSSIP) initiative, part of the Quad Infrastructure Fellowship, which is…
"This is where much of the story of the 21st century is going to be written. This is where two thirds of economic growth is going to happen over the next 25 or 30 years." — @SecRubio
India’s Northeast is emerging as a key link in advancing a free, open and connected Indo-Pacific. A dialogue series led by @USAndKolkata and @orfonline is engaging stakeholders to boost awareness, connectivity & cooperation. spanmag.state.gov/building-regio… @SPANmag
From India 🇮🇳 to Indiana 🇺🇸! Recently, law enforcement representatives from India visited Indianapolis, a city that is home to a vibrant and growing tech industry sector, to examine U.S. best practices in leveraging technology to prevent, disrupt, and reduce human trafficking.…
Last week, The #INTLCTR hosted five visitors from India for the @StateIVLP focused on Combating Human Trafficking with Technology. 🇮🇳 Thank you to @indairport, @tsa, @dhsgov, @lifeatpurdue, @purduecf, & @indstatepolice for making this visit a success! #IVLP
U.S. visa screening does not stop after a visa is issued. We continuously check visa holders to ensure they follow all U.S. laws and immigration rules – and we will revoke their visas and deport them if they don’t.