New Delhi, June 17 -- US President Donald Trump once again showered praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, describing the Indian leader as "calm, cool and a total killer."

According to officials present during the interaction, Trump made the remark while addressing those gathered at a working lunch attended by the two leaders.

"Unlike PM Modi who's calm, cool and a total killer... I am not. Look at him," Trump reportedly said.

The comments underscored the personal rapport that has defined relations between the two leaders over the years, even as India and the United States continue negotiations on trade and strategic issues.

The meeting in Evian marked ...