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Obama 'will take home the dynamism of India'

Obama 'will take home the dynamism of India'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

India's 8 percent-plus growth has opened up opportunities where India is, for the first time, in a position to offer unprecedented opportunities to US businessmen in the nuclear power, space and manufacturing sectors.

Siddiqui is Obama's chief agricultural negotiator

Siddiqui is Obama's chief agricultural negotiator

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

Dr Siddiqui is currently the vice president, Science and Regulatory Affairs at the Washington, DC-based CropLife America, where he is responsible for regulatory and international trade issues related to crop protection chemicals.

PHOTOS: For Obamas, it was handshakes and smiles @ prez banquet

PHOTOS: For Obamas, it was handshakes and smiles @ prez banquet

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

The who's who of the political and business world showed up for the state dinner

In State of the Union, Obama confronts Americans' fears

In State of the Union, Obama confronts Americans' fears

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

The US president used his eight and final State of the Union address to take on his critics, particularly those in the Republican Party running for president.

Obama spooked by India's economic growth?

Obama spooked by India's economic growth?

Rediff.com14 May 2010

Arguing in favour of public transportation system instead of depending on cars for commutation, Obama at a rally in Buffalo said mass transit system would be good for the environment.

Obama to join Modi on 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast

Obama to join Modi on 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

The monthly 'Mann ki Baat' radio broadcast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi this time will be special as he will be joined by US President Barack Obama.

Obama considers new fee on banks

Obama considers new fee on banks

Rediff.com12 Jan 2010

The provision in this regard is expected to be included by US President Barack Obama when he rolls out his annual budget next month, media reports said.

Wanted to become an architect, then a basketball player: Obama

Wanted to become an architect, then a basketball player: Obama

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Obama urged the girls to get into science and math in school, to push back on the idea that it is 'more of a boy thing'.

Is Michelle the reason for Obama's Amritsar visit?

Is Michelle the reason for Obama's Amritsar visit?

Rediff.com11 Oct 2010

During his November visit to India, Barack Obama will be paying a visit to Amritsar's Golden Temple, a first for a United States president. This stopover may be unusual for a head of the state and has many thinking. Is this visit being made especially for First Lady Michelle Obama, who will be accompanying her husband to India? May be, for not many know of the Obamas Punjab connection.

What Modi & Obama are talking about in Hyderabad House

What Modi & Obama are talking about in Hyderabad House

Rediff.com25 Jan 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama on Sunday held talks on a range of crucial issues, including removing hurdles in operationalising the long-stalled civil nuclear agreement and enhancing ties in defence, trade and commerce and climate change.

Obama: US for constructive relationship with Venezuela

Obama: US for constructive relationship with Venezuela

Rediff.com6 Mar 2013

Amid flaring of tension between the United States and Venezuela following the death of its President Hugo Chavez, United States President Barack Obama has said that America is interested in developing a 'constructive' relationship with the Venezuelan people.

Obama denounces 'bigotry' in veiled shot at Trump

Obama denounces 'bigotry' in veiled shot at Trump

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

The president's remarks follow Trump calling for a "total and complete shutdown" of Muslims entering the US.

Obama's Afghan policy receives mixed reaction

Obama's Afghan policy receives mixed reaction

Rediff.com2 Dec 2009

US President Barack Obama's new Afghan policy drew mixed reaction at the Capitol Hill with leading Congressmen welcoming it, while several members of his own party were reluctant to support it, if not directly oppose it.

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.

Obama's 'Happy Warrior' Biden too gets second term

Obama's 'Happy Warrior' Biden too gets second term

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

Joseph Biden and Barack Obama faced each other as challengers in the 2008 Democratic primary, but in opting for a staus quo in Washington the Unirted States voters consolidated their partnership as brothers-in-arms.

Why Americans voted Obama again and dumped Romney

Why Americans voted Obama again and dumped Romney

Rediff.com7 Nov 2012

Rediff.com's George Joseph lists some of the compelling reasons that prompted American voters to re-elect President Barack Obama.

Obama unveils new HIV/AIDS strategy

Obama unveils new HIV/AIDS strategy

Rediff.com14 Jul 2010

United States' President Barack Obama on Wednesday said that fighting HIV/AIDS in America and around the world will require more than just fighting the virus as he unveiled a new strategy to combat this dreaded disease.

India is indispensable for US: Obama

India is indispensable for US: Obama

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

'As leading economies, the United States and India can strengthen the global economic recovery, promote trade that creates jobs for both our people, and pursue growth that is balanced and sustained,' Obama said, while making opening remarks following the welcome ceremony for Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his wife Gursharan Kaur at the East Room of the White House.

Obama honours three 'genuine American heroes'

Obama honours three 'genuine American heroes'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2009

In an impressive ceremony at the White House, commemorating the 40 years of the Moon mission, Obama honoured Apollo 11 Mission Commander Neil Armstrong, Command Module Pilot Michael Collins and Lunar Module Pilot Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin and hailed them as 'three iconic figures'.

Obama unlikely to mediate on Kashmir

Obama unlikely to mediate on Kashmir

Rediff.com10 Mar 2009

The Obama Administration is unlikely to mediate on the Kashmir issue and the US policy of non-interference will continue despite calls for greater American involvement, according to a latest Congressional report.

North Korea nuke test 'highly provocative': Obama

North Korea nuke test 'highly provocative': Obama

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

The danger posed by North Korea's threatening activities warrants further swift and credible action by the international community, US President Barack Obama said Tuesday as he described the nuclear tests by Pyongyang as "highly provocative".

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.

Obama's response to Virginia violence becomes most 'liked' tweet in history

Obama's response to Virginia violence becomes most 'liked' tweet in history

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

The tweet has been endorsed by more than 2.8 million social media users and has also been retweeted by over 1.2 million times.

Act against terror, Obama warns Pakistan

Act against terror, Obama warns Pakistan

Rediff.com25 Jun 2010

US President Barack Obama on Thursday stressed on the need to have a Government in Pakistan that is effective in taking action against terrorist outfits in the country.

Another Indian American in Obama's transition team

Another Indian American in Obama's transition team

Rediff.com18 Nov 2008

Yet another young Indian American Democratic Party activist has been named for United States President-elect Barack Obama's transition team.Parag Mehta, 31, has been named the deputy director of inter-governmental affairs and public liaison of the Obama-Biden transition team, charged with outreach to Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and other minority groups.His appointment follows close on the heels of the appointments of two Indian Americans.

Obama asks North Korea to denuclearise

Obama asks North Korea to denuclearise

Rediff.com17 Jun 2009

Asserting that a nuclear-armed North Korea is a "profound threat", United States President Barack Obama on Tuesday asked Pyongyang to denuclearise and join the international community.

Obama labels outsoucers as tax evaders

Obama labels outsoucers as tax evaders

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

American president Barack Obama has once again targeted American companies having their operations in India to save taxes back home and called such businesses tax evaders.

Don't worry about 'Buy American': Obama

Don't worry about 'Buy American': Obama

Rediff.com18 Feb 2009

US President Barack Obama said, "You know, I think that if you look at history one of the most important things during a worldwide recession of the sort that we're seeing now is that each country does not resort to 'beggar thy neighbour' policies, protectionist policies, they can end up further contracting world trade."

Special radar to monitor airspace for chief guest Obama

Special radar to monitor airspace for chief guest Obama

Rediff.com21 Jan 2015

All security arrangements are in place for the 3-day visit of US President Barack Obama beginning Sunday, Home Minister Rajnath Singh said on Wednesday.

Manmohan Singh a very wise leader: Obama

Manmohan Singh a very wise leader: Obama

Rediff.com21 May 2009

Congratulating Manmohan Singh on his second term as the Prime Minister of India, United States President Barack Obama today said Singh is a "very wise leader" whom he respects and is looking forward to visit New Delhi at an early date.

Obama administration resists release of Osama photos

Obama administration resists release of Osama photos

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Even almost two years after the world's most wanted terrorist was slain by American special forces, President Barack Obama's administration is refusing to release photos of Osama bin Laden's body, warning that this would risk "grave damage" to national security.

PIX: Shakira meets Barack Obama in Columbia

PIX: Shakira meets Barack Obama in Columbia

Rediff.com17 Apr 2012

The two got together for a social cause.

Obama greets Sikhs on Guru Granth tercentenary

Obama greets Sikhs on Guru Granth tercentenary

Rediff.com19 Oct 2008

US Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama has extended his greetings to the Sikh community in America on the tercentenary celebrations of consecration of the Guru Granth Sahib. In a letter addressed to the American Gurudwara Parbandhak Committee, Obama also thanked the Sikhs for their efforts to promote cultural diversity.

US economy is growing again: Obama

US economy is growing again: Obama

Rediff.com19 May 2010

The US President, Barack Obama, on Tuesday said that the US economy is growing again, but it has a long way to go.

PM greets Obama, invites him to India

PM greets Obama, invites him to India

Rediff.com23 Jan 2009

In a letter, Dr Singh invited Obama and his wife Michelle to visit India. The letter focused on the multi-faceted relationship that is anchored in the common values of democracy, pluralism and respect for diversity shared by the two countries.

Obama hosts iftaar at White House

Obama hosts iftaar at White House

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

US President Barack Obama praised Islam and American Muslims during an Iftaar party hosted by him at the White House. He said he was committed to building a better relationship between the country and the Muslim world.

Obama to outline gun control measures this week

Obama to outline gun control measures this week

Rediff.com15 Jan 2013

In the last press conference of his first term, Obama told media persons that from Vice President Joe Biden he had received a list of "sensible, common steps" that could be taken through executive or legislative action, but did not give the details of it.

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.

Trump cancels Obama's deal with Cuba

Trump cancels Obama's deal with Cuba

Rediff.com17 Jun 2017

Trump said his new policy would tighten rules affecting travel and sending funds to the Caribbean island nation.

Indian-born designer dresses Michelle Obama

Indian-born designer dresses Michelle Obama

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

On November 24, US President Barack Obama hosted a state dinner at the White House to honour our Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. And appropriately enough, the First Lady chose a creation by Indian-born designer Naeem Khan to grace the occasion. A first look.