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George Bush is US president again

George Bush is US president again

Rediff.com4 Nov 2004

Kerry spoke to Bush over telephone to concede the election.

PHOTOS: George Bush returns to the White House

PHOTOS: George Bush returns to the White House

Rediff.com1 Jun 2012

Former United States President George Bush returned to his former home, where he shared space with his successor Barack Obama, as his portrait and that of former First Lady Laura Bush was unveiled at the White House on Thursday.

George Bush says vote was fundamentally fair

George Bush says vote was "fundamentally fair"

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

Bush, however, also said that outgoing President Donald Trump has the right to request recounts and pursue legal challenges, with any unresolved issues to be "properly adjudicated".

George Bush's daughter is engaged

George Bush's daughter is engaged

Rediff.com17 Aug 2007

Jenna Bush was engaged to Henry hager on August 15.

Spotted! Suresh with George Bush

Spotted! Suresh with George Bush

Rediff.com15 Dec 2006

A reader with George W Bush when the leader was campaigning for his first term.

Former US President George H W Bush passes away at 94

Former US President George H W Bush passes away at 94

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

The 41st US president held his post from 1989 and 1993.

George Bush legal counsel resigns

George Bush legal counsel resigns

Rediff.com26 Aug 2004

Benjamin L Ginsberg quit after his links with anti-Kerry groups were exposed.

Exclusive! The George Bush Interview

Exclusive! The George Bush Interview

Rediff.com2 Sep 2004

In an exclusive interview with rediff.com -- his first with any South Asian media organisation -- President Bush \n\nlauded India for being "an outstanding partner in the global war on terror."

George Bush's shoe-thrower is running to be Iraq's president

George Bush's shoe-thrower is running to be Iraq's president

Rediff.com12 May 2018

The journalist, who shot to fame for hurling a shoe at the then US president, calling him a dog, wants to fight corruption and rebuild Iraq. Muntadhar al-Zaidi speaks to Subhash K Jha.

Former US president George W Bush undergoes heart surgery

Former US president George W Bush undergoes heart surgery

Rediff.com6 Aug 2013

Former United States President George W Bush on Tuesday successfully underwent a surgery to clear a blocked artery in his heart.

Sanjaya to dine with George Bush

Sanjaya to dine with George Bush

Rediff.com20 Apr 2007

The 17-year-old who survived several rounds in the show despite numerous questions being raised about his singing prowess, has been invited to the glittery event by the People magazine.

President Trump Takes Maiden Flight On Refurbished Air Force One

President Trump Takes Maiden Flight On Refurbished Air Force One

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

Donald Trump took the first flight on the newly refurbished Air Force One, a Boeing 747-8i previously owned by Qatar and gifted to the US presidential fleet. The jet features a new red, white, and navy blue livery, replacing the older robin's egg blue. Trump expressed excitement about the advanced security and features, noting it will serve as a "bridge" until new planes are delivered by 2028.

George Bush sets re-election ball rolling

George Bush sets re-election ball rolling

Rediff.com21 Jan 2004

'We have not come all this way -- through tragedy and trial and war -- only to falter and leave our work unfinished,' the US president said in the State of the Union address.

George Bush defends legacy in final news conferenc

George Bush defends legacy in final news conferenc

Rediff.com13 Jan 2009

In his last formal news conference before demitting the White House on January 20 after a turbulent two-term presidency, Bush rejected critisism of his "war on terror" tactics and his policy on Iraq and on the economic crisis facing the nation.

Richard Gere backs George Bush

Richard Gere backs George Bush

Rediff.com27 Feb 2006

'The last ride': Trump takes final flight on old Air Force One

'The last ride': Trump takes final flight on old Air Force One

Rediff.com19 Jun 2026

The iconic Boeing 747-200B, which served as Air Force One for 35 years, completes its final presidential flight, marking a significant transition for US presidential air travel.

Mourning for George H W Bush

Mourning for George H W Bush

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

Bush's remains will lie in state in the US Capitol Rotunda till Wednesday, when he will be honoured with state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral.

A life in photos: George H W Bush

A life in photos: George H W Bush

Rediff.com1 Dec 2018

With a rich political and personal legacy, George Herbert Walker Bush left no shortage of memorable photos from his time both in and out of office. Bush died at the age of 94. The 41st US president, congressman, Central Intelligence Agency director and oil tycoon was also father to the 43rd president -- George W Bush. The younger Bush in a statement remembered his father as "a man of the highest character and the best dad a son or daughter could ask for." Delving into archives here are the US former president's most memorable days.

George Bush and the Indian election

George Bush and the Indian election

Rediff.com15 Sep 2008

A picture, they say, is worth a 1,000 words. Come the general election and we may find that a certain picture is worth 2,000 words.

How Qatar's Jet Became The New Air Force One

How Qatar's Jet Became The New Air Force One

Rediff.com20 Jun 2026

US President Donald Trump has unveiled a newly refurbished Boeing 747-8i, previously owned by Qatar, which will serve as the new Air Force One. This luxury jet, featuring a red, white, and navy blue livery, replaces the older aircraft and will act as a "bridge" until new planes from Boeing are delivered by 2028. The aircraft underwent significant security modifications and is set to begin commissioning flights soon.

President Bush never turned to dad for advice

President Bush never turned to dad for advice

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

"See, the interesting thing is that a president has got plenty of advisors, but what a president never has is someone who gave him unconditional love. And therefore when I talked to my dad, I was more interested in the father-son relationship," explained Bush the President. "You got a lot of people who can give you advice, but your rarely have people who can pick up the phone and say, 'I love you, son,' or, 'Hang in there, son'."

US President Bush's daughter Jenna weds

US President Bush's daughter Jenna weds

Rediff.com11 May 2008

US President George W Bush's daughter Jenna Bush got married on Sunday at her father's Texas ranch. Jenna, 26, wed fiance Henry Hager, 30, less than one year after he proposed marriage to her.

Trump-Xi Rapprochement: Time For India To Be Cautious

Trump-Xi Rapprochement: Time For India To Be Cautious

Rediff.com21 May 2026

India would confront a more entrenched China, a less dependable United States, and a regional order increasingly shaped by great-power bargaining over which it exercises limited influence, notes Amberish K Diwanji.

PIX: Unseen photos reveal George W Bush's response to 9/11 attacks

PIX: Unseen photos reveal George W Bush's response to 9/11 attacks

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Previously unseen photographs of then-US President George W. Bush during 9/11 have been released.

'Omar has joined elite club of Bush, Zardari'

'Omar has joined elite club of Bush, Zardari'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

Making light of Sunday's incident, in which a shoe was flung towards his son Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Union Minister Farooq Abdullah said it was "wonderful" that he has joined the elite club of former US President George Bush, Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari and other leaders.

Konkona fights for George Bush!

Konkona fights for George Bush!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

Rohan Sippy's next production, The President is Coming, is based on the play of the same name and will star Konkana Sen Sharma and will be directed by debutant Kunaal Roy Kapur.

'Pakistan Has Been Betraying Everyone'

'Pakistan Has Been Betraying Everyone'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

If Trump wants peace with Iran, Pakistan will offer to help. If Trump seeks Pakistan's aid to spy on Iran, then too Munir will not hesitate to chip in. At the same time, the ISI will not hesitate to tip off Iran now and then, points out M R Narayan Swamy.

Perhaps history will be kinder to Bush

Perhaps history will be kinder to Bush

Rediff.com15 Jan 2009

While 'the 'Clinton years' were great for Americans, the so-called 'Dot Com' bubble in the stock market burst long before Bush assumed office, and thus should not unfairly be weighed against him. Many of the bad decisions to strip away regulation from Wall Street and to encourage risky lending practices -- the best example being the millions of so-called sub-prime mortgages -- were made before Bush arrived, says Matthew Schneeberger

Pakistan's nuclear proliferation scared US, Russia: Report

Pakistan's nuclear proliferation scared US, Russia: Report

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Newly declassified documents from the United States National Security Archive have revealed that Pakistan's nuclear proliferation was a significant concern for both the US and Russia, with leaders expressing 'nervous' fears about the country's atomic stability.

Bush, Musharraf to meet Dec. 4

Bush, Musharraf to meet Dec. 4

Rediff.com30 Nov 2004

The Indo-Pak peace process and the war against terror will be high on the talks agenda, said officials.

Manmohan Singh meets Bush in Tokyo!

Manmohan Singh meets Bush in Tokyo!

Rediff.com15 Dec 2006

Bush Sr is in Japan for business meetings.

Clinton or Trump? Neither, says Bush

Clinton or Trump? Neither, says Bush

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Bush and his wife did not vote for either major-party presidential nominee this year, a spokesman for the former president told the Texas Tribune.

Iran's Araghchi lands in Islamabad for second round of talks with US

Iran's Araghchi lands in Islamabad for second round of talks with US

Rediff.com25 Apr 2026

An Iranian delegation, led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, is expected to arrive in Islamabad for the second round of peace talks with the US, according to Pakistani media reports. This follows a phone call between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Araghchi regarding the US-Iran ceasefire and Pakistan's diplomatic efforts.

George H W Bush to lie in state in US Capitol till Wednesday

George H W Bush to lie in state in US Capitol till Wednesday

Rediff.com2 Dec 2018

The former president will have two funerals -- a state funeral at the National Cathedral and a local funeral at St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Houston.

Bush and the great Indian hope trick

Bush and the great Indian hope trick

Rediff.com16 Jan 2009

As India finalised its steps to open up the economy for investing and trade, Bush cleared the way for US companies to set up shop in India. The rise of India's IT and BPO industries -- which today are synonymous with India the world over -- owes a great deal to the policies pursued by George W Bush, says Matthew Schneeberger in his ongoing series summing up the Bush administration

Bush endorses McCain's presidential bid

Bush endorses McCain's presidential bid

Rediff.com6 Mar 2008

Despite his low approval rating, Bush is very popular among conservative Republicans, whose support McCain needs to win the general election. Bush can also help in fund raising.

Bush, Kerry vote, and pray

Bush, Kerry vote, and pray

Rediff.com3 Nov 2004

Bush stresses Mideast reform

Bush stresses Mideast reform

Rediff.com21 Sep 2004