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Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Trump listening, Modi targets Pak for supporting terrorism

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

At the Howdy Modi event, the PM said that the people who cannot even manage their own country are harbouring terrorists and supporting terrorism.

Trump: 'Lot of progress' in reducing Indo-Pak tension

Trump: 'Lot of progress' in reducing Indo-Pak tension

Rediff.com17 Sep 2019

"I'll see Prime Minister Modi and I will -- we'll -- be meeting with (prime ministers of) India and Pakistan," Trump told reporters in response to a question at the White House on Monday.

Hold on for Modi-Trump meet: India on Kashmir mediation offer

Hold on for Modi-Trump meet: India on Kashmir mediation offer

Rediff.com24 Sep 2019

Describing himself as "an extremely good arbitrator", Trump on Monday said he was ready to mediate between Pakistan and India on the Kashmir issue if both sides agree to it.

Modi concludes US visit, thanks Trump, Americans

Modi concludes US visit, thanks Trump, Americans

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

Just before emplaning the special aircraft, the prime minister detailed his week-long visit and the programmes he attended in the US, including his address to the 74th UN General Assembly in New York and the mega "Howdy Modi!" event in Houston, Texas.

'How are you Sue-Chin': Vaughan asks Tendulkar

'How are you Sue-Chin': Vaughan asks Tendulkar

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Michael Vaughan mocked the President of the United States, Donald Trump over him mispronouncing Sachin Tendulkar's name.

Modi to host lunch for Trump on Feb 25, Kovind dinner

Modi to host lunch for Trump on Feb 25, Kovind dinner

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Sources said India and US do not want to rush in finalising a trade deal and both sides will take a decision on it considering a long-term view.

Taj Mahal gets a makeover ahead of Trump's visit

Taj Mahal gets a makeover ahead of Trump's visit

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

Ahead of US President Donald Trump's visit to India next week, preparations are underway in Agra where the administration is beautifying the entire route from Kheria Airport to Taj Mahal. "It has been decided that the US president will be visiting Agra on February 24. So, we are clearing and beautifying the entire route from Kheria Airport to Taj Mahal," said Arun Kumar, city magistrate.

Met Disha and Alia's pets?

Met Disha and Alia's pets?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2020

Bollywood stars adore their pets.

Modi's spectacular tour de force

Modi's spectacular tour de force

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'Howdy Modi is an unforgettable celebration of the crowning of Modi as a world statesman,' says B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

Trump's 'Soo-chin' remark: Why hate someone over mispronunciation?

Trump's 'Soo-chin' remark: Why hate someone over mispronunciation?

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Jimmy Neesham had a crackling observation to make and said that why someone should be hated just on the basis of mispronunciation when there can be more solid reasons to hate the same person.

We are all Americans!

We are all Americans!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

'What Kamala Harris' rise and rise underscores is that our old ways of identifying the Indian-American Diaspora need to change...' 'None of this detracts from her Indian-American identity, which makes us feel as if we are Americans too,' notes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Remember 1971? Mend your ways: Rajnath warns Pak

Remember 1971? Mend your ways: Rajnath warns Pak

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

He said India was 'very careful' while taking action against terror camps in Balakot across the border after the Pulwama attack.

Modi, Biden to discuss Afghanistan, defence ties: Foreign secy

Modi, Biden to discuss Afghanistan, defence ties: Foreign secy

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States President Joe Biden are expected to deliberate on ways to bolster bilateral ties in trade, investment and defence and security in their in-person talks in Washington, DC, on September 24, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said on Tuesday.

Ahmedabad builds Trump wall to keep slums out of sight

Ahmedabad builds Trump wall to keep slums out of sight

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

A wall is being constructed in front of a slum along the road connecting Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport to Indira Bridge.

Trump's visit to India to feature many firsts

Trump's visit to India to feature many firsts

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Donald Trump becomes the first American president to visit India with his wife and daughter and son-in-law in tow

Rural India has declared itself open defecation-free: PM

Rural India has declared itself open defecation-free: PM

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

Respect for India is increasing all over. One can experience the change, Modi said.

ICC bowls-out Trump for calling Tendulkar 'Soo-chin'

ICC bowls-out Trump for calling Tendulkar 'Soo-chin'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

Trump gave a special mention to Indian cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli

Has Modi broken away from Trump and Trumpism?

Has Modi broken away from Trump and Trumpism?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

It is entirely conceivable that Modi began realising at some point that it will be a liability for India if he is seen as Trump's fellow traveller, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

With 6 hugs, Modi, Trump show off their chemistry

With 6 hugs, Modi, Trump show off their chemistry

Rediff.com24 Feb 2020

The PM is well known for his vigorous hugs and handshakes with world leaders.

Ganguly 'can't wait' to see newly-revamped Motera Stadium

Ganguly 'can't wait' to see newly-revamped Motera Stadium

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

The Motera Stadium will dislodge the Melbourne Cricket Ground as the world's largest cricket stadium.

Modi to attend Quad Summit in US on Sept 24, address UNGA

Modi to attend Quad Summit in US on Sept 24, address UNGA

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the first in-person summit of the Quad leaders in Washington on September 24 that is expected to broadly focus on contemporary global challenges including ways to ensure a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

When Trump's poor geography left Modi stumped

When Trump's poor geography left Modi stumped

Rediff.com16 Jan 2020

The book claimed during one of his meetings with Modi, Trump told him, "It's not like you've got China on your border."

US President Trump likely to visit India next month

US President Trump likely to visit India next month

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

During the 'Howdy Modi' event in Houston in last September, Modi, who shared the dais with Trump, invited the latter and his family to visit India, saying it will give a new height to the shared dreams of the two countries.

India must call Trump's bluff

India must call Trump's bluff

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

The US seems to be engaging in a game of brinkmanship where President Trump's visit has been used as 'leverage' to pressure India into agreeing to a trade deal, notes Kashish Parpiani.

Trump 'encouraged' Modi to improve Pak ties: White House

Trump 'encouraged' Modi to improve Pak ties: White House

Rediff.com25 Sep 2019

The US President also encouraged Prime Minister Modi to improve relations with Pakistan.

BJP asks members to not use party's name in US prez poll

BJP asks members to not use party's name in US prez poll

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

India and the US have "deep strategic relations" which have bipartisan support in the US and enjoys "overwhelming public support" in India.

Modi to have packed itinerary in US

Modi to have packed itinerary in US

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

The PM will make a six-day visit to the United States from September 21 to 27 to attend various events including the annual United Nations General Assembly session in New York and a diaspora event in Houston in Texas in which US President Donald Trump is also participating.

Ready to mediate if India and Pakistan agree: Trump

Ready to mediate if India and Pakistan agree: Trump

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

The US president made the remarks during his meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly session in New York.

Harsh Vardhan Shringla appointed as new foreign secy

Harsh Vardhan Shringla appointed as new foreign secy

Rediff.com24 Dec 2019

Shringla, a 1984 batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service, is considered an expert on India's neighbourhood and is currently serving as envoy to the US.

What did Modi's US visit achieve?

What did Modi's US visit achieve?

Rediff.com1 Oct 2019

'No amount of digression can hide deflect the fact that the PM's visit was badly conceived, planned and executed,' argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

India, US a vital check on China's ambitions: WSJ

India, US a vital check on China's ambitions: WSJ

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Describing it as a "spectacle in Houston", the Wall Street Journal said Trump is hoping to pick up a larger share of this growing voters bloc in 2020 than he did in 2016. Trump understands the benefit of associating with Indian Americans, whose contributions are crucial to the prosperity of both nations in the 21st century, it added.

Trump, Imran to meet on Sep 23; talk on J-K

Trump, Imran to meet on Sep 23; talk on J-K

Rediff.com20 Sep 2019

Both Khan and Modi are scheduled to address the UN General Assembly on September 27.

COVID-19: Here's how Bollywood is chilling at home

COVID-19: Here's how Bollywood is chilling at home

Rediff.com18 Mar 2020

Film folk have erased their busy work schedules, thanks to the coronavirus health scare, and are enjoying some time out indoors.

Sonia, Manmohan meet Chidambaram, express concern over his detention

Sonia, Manmohan meet Chidambaram, express concern over his detention

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Chidambaram said he was honoured that the two leaders visited him.

When KK had India going DIL MAANGE MORE

When KK had India going DIL MAANGE MORE

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

'There was so much grace, depth and serenity in him.'

'Modi is a visionary'

'Modi is a visionary'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

'We are on the world map. Every country is watching this event.'

PM welcomes Trump, says 'Ab ki baar, Trump Sarkar'

PM welcomes Trump, says 'Ab ki baar, Trump Sarkar'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2019

Addressing over 50,000 Indian-Americans at the NRG stadium, Modi said it was honour and privilege for him to welcome Trump in this magnificent stadium and magnificent gathering.

'India took only 5 years to move from $2 to $3 trillion economy'

'India took only 5 years to move from $2 to $3 trillion economy'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2019

Indian Ambassador to the US, Harsh Vardhan Shringla said the United States, today, is not only India's largest trading partner, but most importantly, the two countries enjoys excellent people-to-people contact.

Is Modi ready for Trump's exit?

Is Modi ready for Trump's exit?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2020

'If Trump is out, Modi is going to find himself in a hotspot, having to reset his relations with the new US President with whom he will have to co-exist for well-nigh his full term,' notes B S Raghavan, the distinguished civil servant.

A win-win for Modi and Trump?

A win-win for Modi and Trump?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2020

'For Trump, this maddening extravaganza will play out well in his election campaign, showing himself off as a hugely popular world leader,' points out Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.