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Vienna: Nuclear supplier states on Saturday approved a US proposal to drop a ban on trade with India, diplomats said.
The decision from the 45 nations advances a US-Indian nuclear energy deal.
It also follows a tense debate over conditions for the move demanded by Nuclear Suppliers Group members to minimise any damage to the Non-Proliferation Treaty.
India has tested atomic weapons but has refused to sign international nonproliferation treaties.
One hurdle, however, remained before the US-India deal could take force: Ratification by the US Congress.
It must act before adjourning in late September for elections or the deal could be left to an uncertain fate under a new US administration.
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