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Obama fumes as US Senate shoots down his gun control bill

Obama fumes as US Senate shoots down his gun control bill

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

The US Senate has rejected a White House-backed strong gun control bill, with President Barack Obama slamming the decision as "shameful" and accusing the lawmakers of surrendering to the powerful firearms lobby.

Obama leads McCain, says NYT poll

Obama leads McCain, says NYT poll

Rediff.com18 Sep 2008

The poll by the New York Times/CBS News reveals that Obama have support of 48 per cent of registered voters, compared with 43 per cent for McCain, a difference within the poll's margin of sampling error.

Obama calls Netanyahu and Morsi over Gaza violence

Obama calls Netanyahu and Morsi over Gaza violence

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

United States President Barack Obama has called the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Egyptian counterpart Mohamed Morsi amidst escalating violence in Gaza.

Obama ends silence, favours mosque near 9/11 site

Obama ends silence, favours mosque near 9/11 site

Rediff.com14 Aug 2010

The debate over Obama's defence of the mosque had begun even before he had delivered his remarks when the White House provided a copy of his prepared remarks two hours before he made them, where it was clear that after refusing to take a position on the issue, the President himself had jumped right into the fray by saying not to allow this mosque to be built would be contrary to everything America stood for.

Kal Penn to help Obama connect with Asian American

Kal Penn to help Obama connect with Asian American

Rediff.com8 Apr 2009

Kal Penn was one of the leading Indian Americans to have campaigned aggressively for Barack Obama during presidential election. Highly popular among the younger Indian Americans, Kal was highly instrumental in getting their support for Obama.

Fun and golf on Obama's holiday

Fun and golf on Obama's holiday

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

Far from the maddening crowds of Washington, Obama is spending his time by playing golf, cycling across the countryside, visiting local monuments and eating out at popular eateries in the quaint island.

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.

What does Obama carry in his pocket? A Hanuman figurine!

What does Obama carry in his pocket? A Hanuman figurine!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2016

A statuette of Lord Hanuman is among few items that United States President Barack Obama always carries in his pocket and seeks inspiration from whenever he feels tired or discouraged.

Indian-Americans galore at Obama's state dinner

Indian-Americans galore at Obama's state dinner

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

Several prominent Indian-Americans attended the high-profile White House state dinner hosted by US President Barack Obama in honour of British Prime Minister David Cameron in Washington, DC.

When Obama played host

When Obama played host

Rediff.com14 Jul 2009

US President Barack Obama hosted the MLS Columbus Crew team in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington on Monday.

Obama's ex-tech czar Chopra to run for Virginia Lt Guv

Obama's ex-tech czar Chopra to run for Virginia Lt Guv

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Indian-American Aneesh Chopra, the former technology czar of United States President Barack Obama, has announced that he will seek the Democratic nomination for Virginia Lieutenant Governor, six months after he quit the White House to pursue his political goals.

Obama unfit to be commander-in-chief: Jindal

Obama unfit to be commander-in-chief: Jindal

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Republican leader Bobby Jindal has said that Barack Obama is unfit to be commander-in-chief, as he slammed the US President for repeatedly refusing to commit resources needed to defeat radical Islamic terrorists.

Obama and co hail Chilean rescue

Obama and co hail Chilean rescue

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

Obama hailed the rescue as a tribute not only to the determination of rescue workers and Chilean government, but also the miners and the Chilean people who have inspired the world, the White House said.

Obama relives the night Osama was killed

Obama relives the night Osama was killed

Rediff.com3 May 2016

Five years after Operation Neptune Spear took out Osama bin Laden, US President Barack Obama relives the historic night with television channel CNN's Peter Bergen at the Situation Room of the White House.

Barack Obama defeated... in golf politics

Barack Obama defeated... in golf politics

Rediff.com7 May 2013

US President Barack Obama lost a golf match while playing with two Republican senators, Saxby Chambliss and Bob Corker.

More Indian Americans quit Obama administration

More Indian Americans quit Obama administration

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

Two more senior Indian American Obama administration officials have flown the coop.

Mahatma Carter

Mahatma Carter

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Carter was in politics, but not a politician, certainly not a transactional politician, points out Shreekant Sambrani.

Obama's Diwali 'observance' irks Indian community

Obama's Diwali 'observance' irks Indian community

Rediff.com14 Oct 2009

However, one younger Indian-American activist pointed out that 'this is the first time, a sitting president is actually going to be there at the Diwali observance.'

Michelle Obama lifted by US wrestler

Michelle Obama lifted by US wrestler

Rediff.com30 Jul 2012

US First Lady Michelle Obama was carried by her nation's Olympic wrestler Elena Pirozhkova during a meet and greet with Team USA Olympic athletes competing in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games.

The Obamas take a vacation

The Obamas take a vacation

Rediff.com25 Aug 2009

Barack Obama is planning to de-stress by spending time with his family, playing golf and catching up on reading, on his first vacation after taking charge as the US President.

Getting some sleep: What Obama looks forward to after January 20

Getting some sleep: What Obama looks forward to after January 20

Rediff.com16 Jan 2017

In what is his final on-camera interview during his eight year stay at Washington's most famous address, US President Obama tells CBS that his family will be happy to be out of the White House come next weekend.

US President Biden tests Covid positive, has 'very mild symptoms'

US President Biden tests Covid positive, has 'very mild symptoms'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is experiencing "very mild symptoms", the White House said on Thursday, becoming the second sitting American president to be hit by the virus.

Obama to meet Singh on Sunday

Obama to meet Singh on Sunday

Rediff.com9 Apr 2010

US President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will meet in Washington on Sunday, during which the two leaders will discuss the civil nuclear deal and other bilateral and regional issues.

Obama's trip hails 'India's rise'

Obama's trip hails 'India's rise'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2010

At the USIBC event the president will refer to the "significant" deals between the US and India that are "being consummated." One of these deals, sources have said, will be the sale of Boeing C-17 aircraft to the Indian military. Obama's announcement of this deal would clearly be meant for consumption back home.

Obama expects agreement at Copenhagen

Obama expects agreement at Copenhagen

Rediff.com8 Dec 2009

Encouraged by India and China's decision to cut their greenhouse gas emissions, US President Barack Obama is hopeful that an agreement could be reached at the ongoing climate conference in Copenhagen.

That's how close we are, says Obama

That's how close we are, says Obama

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

United States President Barack Obama on Friday made a reference to the new Miss America's Indian heritage as he acknowledged the role of the community in pushing for stronger relationship between the world's two largest democracies.

Obama announces national security team

Obama announces national security team

Rediff.com10 Jan 2009

US President-elect Barack Obama has named Leon Panetta, a former White House Chief of Staff, to head the Central Intelligence Agency and retired admiral Dennis Blair as the director of the National Intelligence.John Brenna, a former leader of the National Counter-terrorism Center, will be his Homeland Security Adviser and Deputy National Security Adviser for Counter-terrorism Serving, Obama announced.

Sikh rights group seeks info on Obama's decision to invite PM

Sikh rights group seeks info on Obama's decision to invite PM

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

A US-based Sikh rights group has filed a request under the Freedom of Information Act seeking documents relating to the Obama administration's decision to invite Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a meeting at the White House in September.

Obama's aides meet Dalai Lama

Obama's aides meet Dalai Lama

Rediff.com14 Sep 2009

Top aides to United States President Barack Obama on Monday held talks with the Dalai Lama ahead of the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader's planned US visit in October.

Obama's aides meet Dalai Lama

Obama's aides meet Dalai Lama

Rediff.com14 Sep 2009

Top aides to United States President Barack Obama on Monday held talks with the Dalai Lama ahead of the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader's planned US visit in October. Led by Valerie B Jarret, White House adviser and assistant to the President for inter-governmental affairs and public engagement, Obama's three senior aides had a two-hour closed-door meeting with the Dalai at his residence at Mcleodganj, about 22 km from Dharamsala.

Obama to meet Iraqi PM in April, discuss military strategy against IS

Obama to meet Iraqi PM in April, discuss military strategy against IS

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

United States President Barack Obama will meet Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi at the White House on April 14 to discuss a range of issues, including the military campaign against the Islamic State.

Obama wrote secret letter to Khamenei on Islamic State

Obama wrote secret letter to Khamenei on Islamic State

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

US President Barack Obama has secretly written a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to seek his support in the fight against the Islamic State militants.

PIX: Groove to the music, Obama shows you how

PIX: Groove to the music, Obama shows you how

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

A compilation of recent and archive images of United States President Barack Obama dancing.

Honey for fasting Modi from Michelle's kitchen garden?

Honey for fasting Modi from Michelle's kitchen garden?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

In view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi observing the Navratri fast during his United States visit, the White House on Wednesday said this is unlikely to be an issue as they respectfully accommodate the practices of visitors.

Why Obama will visit ArcelorMittal's US plant

Why Obama will visit ArcelorMittal's US plant

Rediff.com14 Nov 2013

Noting its role in reviving the US economy and creating jobs, President Barack Obama will visit a steel plant owned by NRI tycoon Lakshmi Mittal whose company is the largest supplier of steel to the US auto manufacturing sector.

Obama hosts National Prayer breakfast

Obama hosts National Prayer breakfast

Rediff.com5 Feb 2009

American President Barack Obama along with representatives Heath Shuler and Vernon Ehlers hosted the the National Prayer breakfast in Washington. Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair was among the guests at the meeting.

G-20: Obama to seek steps to counter downturn

G-20: Obama to seek steps to counter downturn

Rediff.com24 Mar 2009

The White House has asserted that there is a commonality in the agenda of the new Obama administration and the leading G-20 countries on the front of financial crisis, and that the US president is looking forward to the economic summit next week.

'Mr President, I'm sorry': Clinton apologised to Obama on poll night after defeat

'Mr President, I'm sorry': Clinton apologised to Obama on poll night after defeat

Rediff.com19 Apr 2017

The book 'Shattered: Inside Hillary Clinton's Doomed Campaign' reveals how in a flurry of calls the White House urged Clinton to concede defeat.

US isn't spending 200 mn on Obama visit: Aide

US isn't spending 200 mn on Obama visit: Aide

Rediff.com5 Nov 2010

Dismissing reports that around US $ 200 million per day is being spent by the US on the India visit of its President Barack Obama later this week, the White House has that such news reports lack credence.

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.