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Parts of White House evacuated after bomb threat

Parts of White House evacuated after bomb threat

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

White House reporters were evacuated from the media briefing room in the middle of press conference by the presidential spokesperson Josh Earnest, after law enforcement agencies received a bomb threat call.

USA is starting to embrace cricket

USA is starting to embrace cricket

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

'USA Cricket continues its instrumental work in supporting our national players and equipping youth and local communities with the tools they need to succeed in this sport.'

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Although the credit for acquiring the technological skill must be given to India's outstanding nuclear scientists, the decision to go nuclear was a political one that entailed clarity of vision, courage and resolve, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Biden signs order to end Trump's Muslim travel ban

Biden signs order to end Trump's Muslim travel ban

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

The Muslim ban initially restricted travel from seven Muslim-majority nations: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen.

Trump tweets 'covfefe'. Twitter reacts in the best way possible

Trump tweets 'covfefe'. Twitter reacts in the best way possible

Rediff.com31 May 2017

As the tweet went viral, so did the trolling as jokes about the error started trending.

'US trying to temper expectations of India'

'US trying to temper expectations of India'

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

'Having India as a credible deterrent vis-a-vis Chinese ambitions in the Indian Ocean and South Asian region is a desirable short-term outcome.'

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.

Biden signs executive actions on COVID, climate change

Biden signs executive actions on COVID, climate change

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

Hours after he was sworn in, US President Joe Biden signed a raft of executive orders to launch his administration on Wednesday, including a decision to rejoin the Paris climate accord.

Trump, First Lady to welcome Modi at the White House

Trump, First Lady to welcome Modi at the White House

Rediff.com26 Jun 2017

Modi and Trump will meet at 1.20 am (IST) following which they will have delegation talks and then a dinner.

White House reception done, Modi-Biden get down to brass tacks

White House reception done, Modi-Biden get down to brass tacks

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with US President Joe Biden at the White House on Thursday to discuss a wide range of issues of mutual and global interests, aimed at further boosting the Indo-US strategic relations in areas like defence, space, clean energy and critical technologies.

Modi to visit US on June 22, Biden to host state dinner

Modi to visit US on June 22, Biden to host state dinner

Rediff.com10 May 2023

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the upcoming visit will affirm the deep and close partnership between the United States and India.

Ajay Banga will be a 'transformative leader': Biden

Ajay Banga will be a 'transformative leader': Biden

Rediff.com5 May 2023

Ajay Banga will be a 'transformative leader', who will bring expertise, experience, and innovation to the position of World Bank President, United States President Joe Biden has said after the top Indian-American business executive was confirmed as the new head of the international lender.

IN PHOTOGRAPHS: Candid moments in the White House

IN PHOTOGRAPHS: Candid moments in the White House

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

Rediff.com presents some candid photographs from inside the White House.

When Obama thought Taliban had an N-bomb

When Obama thought Taliban had an N-bomb

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Soon after assuming office in 2009, United States President Barack Obama experienced a security nightmare about the possibility of Taliban in Pakistan acquiring a nuclear bomb, with the fear lurking in the back of his mind that the loose weapon could be headed for a major American city.

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

India, not China, better suited to resolve Ukraine war: US Congressman

Rediff.com16 Jun 2023

'I certainly think India can play a leading role in helping us resolve the Russia-Ukraine crisis. India obviously has an old relationship with Russia'

How Obama, Trump, Biden Greeted Modi...

How Obama, Trump, Biden Greeted Modi...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Did Prime Minister Modi receive a different kind of reception at the Biden White House on Friday than he has has been used to at the American president's home?

Bidens to host intimate dinner for Modi before 'hot ticket' state dinner

Bidens to host intimate dinner for Modi before 'hot ticket' state dinner

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

According to the official, who spoke on conditions of anonymity, on June 23, there will be a lunch at the Foggy Bottom headquarters of the State Department hosted by Vice President Kamala Harris and the Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

White House chief of staff tests positive for coronavirus

White House chief of staff tests positive for coronavirus

Rediff.com7 Nov 2020

The diagnosis comes a month after United States President Donald Trump and other members of his family and inner circle tested positive

Hillary Clinton endorses Biden's bid for White House

Hillary Clinton endorses Biden's bid for White House

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Clinton, who herself was the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee, announced her support during a virtual townhall with Biden, a former US vice president. "I am thrilled to be part of your campaign -- to not only endorse you but to help highlight a lot of the issues that are at stake in this presidential election," she told Biden during the joint livestream, according to The Hill.

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.

Modi said 5 to 7 mn people would welcome me: Trump

Modi said 5 to 7 mn people would welcome me: Trump

Rediff.com12 Feb 2020

Trump will pay a state visit to India on February 24 and 25 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who on Wednesday said the US President's visit will be a 'very special one' and it will go a long way in further cementing India-USA friendship.

The 3 BIG reasons behind Biden-Harris' historic win

The 3 BIG reasons behind Biden-Harris' historic win

Rediff.com8 Nov 2020

After nearly 50 years in public office, and a lifetime of presidential ambitions, Joe Biden has captured the White House. In his third try for the presidency, Biden and his team found a way to navigate the political obstacles and claim a victory that, while narrow in the electoral college tally, is projected to surpass Trump's overall national total by millions of votes.

WTC Final: Rain threatens India-Aus showdown on decisive day

WTC Final: Rain threatens India-Aus showdown on decisive day

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

The Meteorological (MeT) department of the UK has predicted a 30 per cent chance of precipitation during the afternoon,

Boston blasts: Obama calls up governor, city mayor

Boston blasts: Obama calls up governor, city mayor

Rediff.com16 Apr 2013

United States President Barack Obama called up Boston Mayor Tom Menino and Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, assuring them of all assistance in relief works after the two blasts in the Boston marathon that killed two persons and injured over 40.

Is Biden Using Trudeau To Get Back At Modi?

Is Biden Using Trudeau To Get Back At Modi?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2023

Once the Canadian investigation runs its course, Ottawa may put on the public domain further accusations passing for "evidence" -- and that could happen at some point closer to our general election. All in all, the big question is, what is it that the US is really up to, asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

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.

Trump celebrates Diwali at White House, hails Indian-Americans

Trump celebrates Diwali at White House, hails Indian-Americans

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

Trump said he was deeply honoured to be joined by so many administration officials and leaders of the Indian-American community in celebrating Diwali -- the festival of lights.

Modi asked for help on Kashmir, can mediate: Trump to Pak PM

Modi asked for help on Kashmir, can mediate: Trump to Pak PM

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

Khan, who was accompanied by Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Inter-Services Intelligence chief Lt Gen Faiz Hameed and Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi among others, was greeted by Trump upon his arrival at the White House.

'The Simpsons' called Trump's victory 16 years ago

'The Simpsons' called Trump's victory 16 years ago

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

The show, hilariously predicted a Trump presidency back in 2000 in the season 11 episode "Bart to the Future."

Obama extends rare gesture for PM

Obama extends rare gesture for PM

Rediff.com28 Sep 2013

In the rarest of the rare gesture, US President Barack Obama personally walked down to the White House portico to see off Prime Minister Manmohan Singh after a meeting with him at the Oval Office.

PHOTOS: Obama living his best life

PHOTOS: Obama living his best life

Rediff.com4 Aug 2018

Former United States President Barack Obama has been free from the pressures of running the nation for two years now. However, while in office and even out of it, Obama has always enjoyed each moment. As he celebrates his 57th birthday (August 4), here are some of his lighter moments enjoying life.

Japanese PM to be Obama's first foreign guest in 2nd term

Japanese PM to be Obama's first foreign guest in 2nd term

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

United States President Barack Obama will host Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday in his Oval office - his first with a foreign dignitary in his second term - for bilateral and regional discussions with North Korean nuclear tests and South China sea dominating the proceedings.

The White House PHOTO ALBUM 2011

The White House PHOTO ALBUM 2011

Rediff.com9 Jan 2012

Official White House photographers offer glimpses into the life of the President of the United States of America, Barack Obama.

Lewinsky's love letters may come back to haunt Clinton

Lewinsky's love letters may come back to haunt Clinton

Rediff.com21 Sep 2012

Monica Lewinsky is set to write a tell-all book about her torrid affair with Bill Clinton, including her intimate love letters to the US ex-president.

'Zero chance': Michelle Obama on running for US President

'Zero chance': Michelle Obama on running for US President

Rediff.com3 Aug 2019

Recently, US-based filmmaker Michael Moore said that only Michelle can unseat current President Donald Trump

Nikki Haley resigns as US Ambassador to United Nations

Nikki Haley resigns as US Ambassador to United Nations

Rediff.com9 Oct 2018

The daughter of Indian immigrants from Punjab, Haley was the first woman tapped by Trump for a top-level administration post during his transition to the White House.

White House chief of staff William Daley quits

White House chief of staff William Daley quits

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

"Daley gave his letter of resignation to the president in a private meeting in the Oval Office last week, recounting the administration's successes of his one year on the job and saying it was time for him to return to his hometown of Chicago," said The Chicago Tribune, which was the first one to break the news.

Goodbye 2015! Top moments from the White House

Goodbye 2015! Top moments from the White House

Rediff.com5 Jan 2016

As we head into the final year of US President Barack Obama's term, here's a look back at the great images taken by the official White House photographers in 2015.

When Modi Was Asked THE Question...

When Modi Was Asked THE Question...

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

Back in the Press Briefing room on being commended for her questions to President Biden and the Indian prime minister, The Wall Street Journal's Sabrina Siddiqui responded, "You gotta do it."

Obama, Karzai patch up; seek 'real relationship'

Obama, Karzai patch up; seek 'real relationship'

Rediff.com13 May 2010

United States President Barack Obama endorsed all the praise showered on Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai a day earlier by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Defence Secretary Robert Gates.