Did PM Modi set a record for presenting the most expensive gift to President Biden's family in 2023? Here's how much he spent to top the leaderboard

Indian PM has never lost an opportunity to show the US and its leadership due affection, and he has now entered the history books for gifting the most expensive item to First Lady Jill Biden, and has set a record for the same. His gift included a ...

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An attendee holds U.S. and India's flags as they gather on the South Lawn of the White House to watch an official State Arrival ceremony as U.S. President Joe Biden hosts India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a State Visit at the White House in Washington, U.S., June 22, 2023.
Jill and Joe Biden, the Presidential family have great terms with Indian PM Narendra Modi, and that has reflected on countless occasions, during international summits and conferences. However, the most striking aspect of their relationship is the fact that PM Modi took an opportunity in 2023 to gift a $20,0000 diamond to Jill Biden, to set the record for being the most expensive gift giver to the reigning First Family.

What kind of gifts have been received by the US First Family?

A brooch from Ukraine and a bracelet from Egypt, are some other kinds of gifts, also worth thousands of dollars, that have bee presented to Joe and Jill Biden across the last couple of years, suggests a latest report. It is yet to be seen who breaks PM Modi's record, and if it will happen within January 20, 2025, when Biden's term ends.

Insights into the diamond ring gifted by PM Modi

The gift by PM Modi was recorded as the single-most expensive one given to Jill Biden, as of 2023. It was a 7.5-carat diamond, that had an exquisite making, and a touch of finesse. Although it is not known if Jill has flaunted this ring in any official event, the price of this ring has amazed many in the US.


FAQs:

Are PM Modi and Joe Biden allies?
PM Modi and Joe Biden are quite close to each other, and the India-US relations are at its peak as of 2024.

Did PM Modi gift a diamond ring to Jill Biden?
Yes, as a token of love for the First Family, PM Modi gifted a $20,000 diamond to current First Lady Jill Biden.
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