In a statement, Jan. 26 -- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday greeted India on Republic Day and said the partnership between the two countries will reach new heights and will be a defining relationship of the 21st century.

"On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of India as they celebrate their nation's Republic Day."

He said: " As they commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India, we join them in recognizing its enduring significance as the foundation of the world's largest democracy."

Rubio said he is looking forward to deepening cooperation between the two countries in the years ahead.

"We look forward to deepening our cooperation in the year ahead, including by advancing our joint ef...