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Obama rejects Republican immigration reform bill

Obama rejects Republican immigration reform bill

Rediff.com29 Nov 2012

United States President Barack Obama, who pledged that enacting comprehensive immigration reform would be a priority in his second term, has rejected a Republican-sponsored immigration bill that would have created a new green card category for foreign students, reports Aziz Haniffa.

Bhopal gas victims protest Obama's visit

Bhopal gas victims protest Obama's visit

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

Victims of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy on Saturday held a demonstration protesting United States President Barack Obama's India visit and sought to know why he and his predecessors kept mum on the world's biggest industrial disaster.

Obama lights up Diwali celebrations in White House

Obama lights up Diwali celebrations in White House

Rediff.com15 Oct 2009

United States President Barack Obama celebrated Diwali in the East Room of the White House on October 14 by lighting a 'diya' accompanied by Vedic chants by a Hindu priest.

Video: Dr Singh, Obama hold mini summit

Video: Dr Singh, Obama hold mini summit

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh [ Images ] on Sunday night Indian time met United States President Barack Obama and is understood to have discussed nuclear security, India's concerns over American military aid to Pakistan and the volatile situation in Afghanistan.

PM has first meeting with Obama

PM has first meeting with Obama

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh had his first substantive meeting with President Barack Obama on Thursday, during which he told the American leader that India would like to carry forward the Indo-US strategic relationship that had developed during the last five years.

Anand Jon's family appeals to Obama

Anand Jon's family appeals to Obama

Rediff.com16 Mar 2009

Alleging that Anand Jon was a victim of "conspiracy", "racism" and "prosecution misconduct", the family of the Indian-American fashion designer convicted of sexually assaulting budding models Monday appealed to US President Barack Obama to ensure "justice" for him.

Dr Singh meets Obama in Washington, DC

Dr Singh meets Obama in Washington, DC

Rediff.com12 Apr 2010

While the Indian delegation comprised National Security Adviser Shiv Shankar Menon, Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao and Indian Ambassador Meera Shankar, the US team included Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel and Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs William Burns

Exclusive! First PHOTOS of Obama arriving in Mumbai

Exclusive! First PHOTOS of Obama arriving in Mumbai

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

The Air Force One carrying Obama and his wife Michelle touched down at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport at 12:50 pm.

Obama has failed on foreign policy, security: Romney

Obama has failed on foreign policy, security: Romney

Rediff.com7 Sep 2012

United States President Barack Obama has failed on the foreign policy front and protection of national security, the Romney Campaign has alleged. In a memorandum, the Romney Campaign on Thursday alleged that Obama has failed on various foreign policy issues, like endangering American mission in Afghanistan and weakening the relationship with Pakistan, failing to stop Iran's nuclear weapons programme and a damaged relationship with Israel.

Need to recognise contribution of Sikhs: Obama

Need to recognise contribution of Sikhs: Obama

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

In the wake of the shooting incident at a Wisconsin Gurdwara that claimed six lives, United States President Barack Obama feels 'very strongly' that there is a need to recognise the significant contributions of the Sikhs to the American community.

'Yes we can, yes we did!' Teary Obama bids farewell

'Yes we can, yes we did!' Teary Obama bids farewell

Rediff.com11 Jan 2017

United States President Barack Obama said goodbye to his nation in an emotional address enriched with wisdom and optimism.

Obama signs historic equal pay bill

Obama signs historic equal pay bill

Rediff.com30 Jan 2009

US President Barack Obama has signed his first bill into law since he assumed the top office, making a historic provision that ensures equal pay for both men and women.

'Obama behind speedy indictment of Headley'

'Obama behind speedy indictment of Headley'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2009

Senior US administration sources and law enforcement officials have told rediff.com that it was President Barack Obama's "personal interest" in the David Coleman Headley case that led to the speedy indictment of the Chicago-based Pakistan American and also the dispatching of a team to New Delhi to brief India sleuths.

Taxes, spending won't be high enough for Obama: Jindal

Taxes, spending won't be high enough for Obama: Jindal

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Indian-American Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal has blasted US President Barack Obama for what he described doubling down on failed policies from the past while outlining his shortsighted vision for the future in his State of the Union Address.

Kiara, SRK And The Met Gala...

Kiara, SRK And The Met Gala...

Rediff.com5 May 2025

This year, the gala tips its very wide-brimmed hat to the Black Dandy movement -- a revolution where style became a statement about identity and political views.

Obama-Singh meeting to re-energise Indo-US ties: Inderfurth

Obama-Singh meeting to re-energise Indo-US ties: Inderfurth

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

"I think the principle benefit would be greater visibility to the relationship at the highest level with President Obama and Prime Minister Singh," Karl F 'Rick' Inderfurth, the former Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs said.

Obama appoints first female head of Secret Service

Obama appoints first female head of Secret Service

Rediff.com27 Mar 2013

US President Barack Obama has announced to appoint Julia Pierson as the new Director of the Secret Service, thus making her the first female to head the commando unity, which is responsible for the security of the US president and his family.

Obama for Krishnamoorthi as Illinois Comptroller

Obama for Krishnamoorthi as Illinois Comptroller

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

Indian-American Raja Krishnamoorthi, running for office of the Illinois Comptroller in 2010, has got a piece of advice from "close friend and mentor" President Barack Obama-- to "campaign honourably" for the post! Krishnamoorthi met Obama a fortnight ago in the Oval Office and informed him about his decision to run for the office of Comptroller, the state's chief fiscal officer.

Obama, Michelle inspired millions in India: Rajiv Shah

Obama, Michelle inspired millions in India: Rajiv Shah

Rediff.com4 Dec 2010

Dr Rajiv Shah, administrator, United States Agency for International Development, who accompanied President Barack Obama to India, said his agency's developmental relationship with India has evolved into a peer to peer partnership unlike in the past when India was simply an aid recipient.

IN PHOTOS: Obama's surprise visit to Afghanistan to thank troops

IN PHOTOS: Obama's surprise visit to Afghanistan to thank troops

Rediff.com26 May 2014

United States President Barack Obama on Monday made a surprise visit to Afghanistan to thank American troops and civilians for their service ahead of the final pullout of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation troops from the war-torn country.

Jones steps down as Obama's NSA

Jones steps down as Obama's NSA

Rediff.com9 Oct 2010

General James Jones (retired), President Barack Obama's national security adviser, announced his decision to step down from his position, which would be taken over by his deputy Tom Donilon.

Raj Shah could be first Indian-American Cabinet minister

Raj Shah could be first Indian-American Cabinet minister

Rediff.com11 Nov 2012

United States Agency for International Development's Indian-American head Raj Shah, who has established himself as one of the most successful administrators of the agency, is being seen as a strong contender for a Cabinet position as President Barack Obama prepares for his second term and forms a new team.

US facing competition from India, China for jobs: Obama

US facing competition from India, China for jobs: Obama

Rediff.com8 Apr 2014

Obama announced to launch a new competition, backed by America's Departments of Education and Labor, to start redesigning some of high schools.

Obama's @POTUS Twitter account attracts 1.46 million followers

Obama's @POTUS Twitter account attracts 1.46 million followers

Rediff.com19 May 2015

In less than 12 hours after he officially entered 'Twittersphere', US President Barack Obama's account has attracted 1.46 million followers.

Obama will pitch for big ticket contracts in India

Obama will pitch for big ticket contracts in India

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

"During my first visit to India, I will be joined by hundreds of American business leaders and their Indian counterparts to announce concrete progress toward our export goal -- billions of dollars in contracts that will support tens of thousands of American jobs," Obama wrote in an op-ed piece published in The New York Times.

Obama nominates John Kerry as secretary of state

Obama nominates John Kerry as secretary of state

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

United States President Barack Obama on Friday nominated Senator John Kerry as his next Secretary of State, noting his vast foreign policy experience makes him the 'perfect choice' to guide the American diplomacy.

Obama shares secret drone war info with lawmakers

Obama shares secret drone war info with lawmakers

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

"As part of the President's ongoing commitment to consult with Congress on national security matters, the President directed the Department of Justice to provide the Congressional Intelligence committees access to classified Office of Legal Counsel advice related to the subject of the Department of Justice White Paper," an official said on condition of anonymity as he is not authorised to speak on such sensitive matters.

Indian-Americans find new 'hope' in Republicans

Indian-Americans find new 'hope' in Republicans

Rediff.com31 Jan 2009

Indian-Americans on Saturday hailed the election of Michael Steele as the first black chairman of the Republican party, hoping that it will increase participation of minorities in the US political process. "Election of Steele once again affirms that political scene in America has changed," said Ashok Mago, chairman of the USINDIA Forum.

Maurya, Humayun await Obamas

Maurya, Humayun await Obamas

Rediff.com7 Nov 2010

The roads leading to ITC Maurya Sheraton in New Delhi are lined with men-in-khakhis and police cars.

India, a hotspot for American cos

India, a hotspot for American cos

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

There are a number of such companies which have been doing business in our country successfully over the years. We present here some popular companies in India.

Obama makes history, elected US President

Obama makes history, elected US President

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

Democratic Party nominee Barack Obama, by flipping Virginia, Ohio, Iowa and New Mexico from red states in the 2004 elections to blue in this year's contest, took a commanding lead in the 2008 US Presidential Election, causing CNN to project him the winner and the 44th President of the United States of America

Obama orders review of air security measures

Obama orders review of air security measures

Rediff.com28 Dec 2009

United States President Barack Obama has ordered a review of air security measures after a Nigerian youth carrying explosives managed to sneak into a transatlantic American jet."The president wants to review some of these procedures and see if they need to be updated," said an official, amid reports that the 23-year-old Nigerian, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, was on a US 'security watch list' after his father alerted authorities about is behaviour.

Indian American teacher gets Presidential award

Indian American teacher gets Presidential award

Rediff.com22 Jul 2010

Radhika Plakkot, a biology teacher from Huntington High School, Maryland, United States was recently named by President Barack Obama as one of America's best mathematics and science teachers for 2010.

Obama announces major tax sops

Obama announces major tax sops

Rediff.com21 Feb 2009

The US President Barack Obama on Saturday said that as many as 95 per cent of the working families would get tax cuts and beginning April an average American family would start receiving an additional $65 each per month.

Scribes' release: Obama thanks Clinton

Scribes' release: Obama thanks Clinton

Rediff.com5 Aug 2009

Relieved at the safe return of two female American journalists who were arrested in North Korea some five months ago, US President Barack Obama today thanked the former First Citizen Bill Clinton for his "extraordinary humanitarian" effort in this regard.

US economy better positioned for future: Obama

US economy better positioned for future: Obama

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

He announced Jack Lew as his next Treasury Secretary.

Obama orders more troops to Afghanistan

Obama orders more troops to Afghanistan

Rediff.com1 Dec 2009

President Barack Obama has issued orders to send thousands of additional troops to Afghanistan, the White House said without specifying the exact numbers.

What is Obama's first-ever tweet?

What is Obama's first-ever tweet?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

US President Barack Obama hit the send button of a computer key board to have his first ever "tweet" as he along with the First Lady visited the office of Red Cross in downtown here serving as disaster operations centre to coordinate humanitarian aid to quake-hit Haiti.

Obama sore at Libyan terrorist's release

Obama sore at Libyan terrorist's release

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

US President Barack Obama today regretted the decision of Scotland to release a Libyan terrorist involved in the bombing of Pan-Am Flight 103 that killed 270 people, including 189 Americans.

Thank you Modi & India, tweets Obama as he takes off

Thank you Modi & India, tweets Obama as he takes off

Rediff.com27 Jan 2015

US President Barack Obama left for Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.