New Delhi, May 24 -- United States President Donald Trump on Sunday joined as a "special guest" after US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor connected him virtually for the US' 250th Independence Day celebration held in New Delhi. He lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing him as "great," and added that India can count on him "100%".

The United States commemorates its Independence Day on July 4, 1776, marking its separation from Britain.

"I love India. You (Ambassador Gor) have to make a good speech as a representative of our country. I just want to say hello to everybody. I love the Prime Minister. PM Modi is great; he is my friend," Trump said, as per ANI.

He added, "India can count on me 100 per cent. They call right here. We're ...