US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Delhi ahead of her address at the forum. Singh stated they discussed defence cooperation and intelligence sharing to further strengthen India-US ties. Gabbard's visit to India is part of a broader multi-nation tour, culminating in her speech at the Raisina Dialogue on March 18.

The Raisina Dialogue, India's premier geopolitical and economic summit, will be inaugurated today by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This year marks its 10th edition, themed around global governance and strategic partnerships. The event will feature discussions on regional conflicts, economic growth, and security challenges.

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is the chief guest, delivering the keynote address. The Taiwanese delegation, including a top security official, will attend the Raisina Dialogue for the first time. Global leaders, including Ukraine's minister and foreign ministers from 18 nations, will discuss global cooperation and security.