Dhaka, Feb. 4 -- U.S. President Donald Trump has invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the White House next week, a White House official confirmed.

The invitation came just hours after a U.S. military plane departed with deported migrants bound for India.

During a conversation on January 27, Trump and Modi discussed immigration, with the U.S. president emphasizing the need for India to purchase more American security equipment and ensure fair bilateral trade.

As a key U.S. partner in countering China's influence, India aims to strengthen trade ties with Washington while seeking easier access to skilled worker visas.

India's budget focuses on tax cuts for middle class, agriculture

Besides, India hopes to avoid potential...