<span style="color: #222222;">India and the US have agreed to deploy the full strength of the bilateral partnership to resolutely and effectively combat COVID-19 pandemic. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with US President Donald Trump yesterday where he reiterated India's solidarity with the US in overcoming this global crisis together.</span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;"> </span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">Both leaders exchanged views on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the global well-being and economy. Mr Modi conveyed condolences for the loss of lives in the US, and his prayers for early recovery of those suffering from the disease.</span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;"> </span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">External Affairs Ministry said in a release that both leaders exchanged notes on the steps taken in each country for mitigating the health and economic impacts of the pandemic. They also touched upon the significance of practices such as Yoga and Ayurveda for ensuring physical and mental well-being. They agreed that their officials would remain in close touch with respect to the global crisis.</span><br />''  <br />