News for 'White House Press'

Trump replaces Chief of Staff Priebus, appoints John Kelly

Trump replaces Chief of Staff Priebus, appoints John Kelly

Rediff.com29 Jul 2017

The latest shakeup of the White House leadership comes as the feud between Priebus and the new Communication Director Anthony Scaramucci went nasty over the past few days, hogging the media limelight.

Nancy Pelosi's husband undergoes surgery for skull fracture after attack

Nancy Pelosi's husband undergoes surgery for skull fracture after attack

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

Paul Pelosi is expected to make a full recovery.

No change in N Korean military posture despite threat: US

No change in N Korean military posture despite threat: US

Rediff.com2 Apr 2013

The United States does not see any change in the military posture of North Korea despite threat and recent rhetoric coming from its leadership, the White House said.

US keen to usher in major immigration reform

US keen to usher in major immigration reform

Rediff.com2 Jul 2010

Conceding that comprehensive immigration reform can't be achieved until Republicans join the Democrats in the Congress, the White House has said that if they have the will, it will find the way to reach a consensus on the issue.

'US looking forward to work with Egyptian Prez elect'

'US looking forward to work with Egyptian Prez elect'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2012

The United States is looking forward to working with the new Egyptian government and hopes that the country's President-elect Mohammed Mursi will take steps to advance national unity, uphold universal values and respect the rights of his citizens, the White House said.

Iran under pressure; its intentions unclear, says US

Iran under pressure; its intentions unclear, says US

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

Asserting that the latest Iranian announcements were an effort to distract attention from international sanctions' pressure, the White House said it was keeping a close watch on Tehran and consulting with allies.

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

'Trump Admires Only Himself'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

'He may respect others, but he is unlikely to admire them'

'US needs a comprehensive immigration reform'

'US needs a comprehensive immigration reform'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

Earlier in the day, Republican Senator Rand Paul in a letter to the Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid called for halting the debate on immigration reform, in the wake of the terrorist attack in Boston last week.

Boston bomber Dzhokhar not an enemy combatant: US

Boston bomber Dzhokhar not an enemy combatant: US

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the second suspect of the last week's Boston marathon bombings, is not an enemy combatant as it is against the law to try US citizens under military conditions, the White House said on Monday.

Climate change: US wants China, India on board

Climate change: US wants China, India on board

Rediff.com17 Sep 2009

The Indian delegation is led by Special Envoy to the Prime Minister on Climate Change Shyam Saran. The first meeting since the leaders of the Major Economies met in L'Aquila, Italy on July 9, the two-day meeting would be chaired by Michael Froman, the Deputy National Security Advisor for International Economic Affairs.

Indians deeply love you: Manmohan had told Bush during 2008 US trip

Indians deeply love you: Manmohan had told Bush during 2008 US trip

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's effusive praise of US President George W Bush during their 2008 meeting in the White House is revisited as a testament to their close relationship and the impact of the landmark Indo-US civil nuclear deal. Singh's statement, while drawing criticism from the Left and BJP, highlighted the transformative nature of the relationship between the two democracies. The article explores the context of their meeting and the broader significance of their relationship in the context of the Indo-US nuclear deal.

'Pakistan Could Be Planning Something Against India'

'Pakistan Could Be Planning Something Against India'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'We need to be very vigilant as we are passing through some fraught times.'

'Zero troop option' not preferred in Afghanistan: US

'Zero troop option' not preferred in Afghanistan: US

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

The White House on Friday said the "zero option" is not the preferred option for the United States with regard to troop presence in Afghanistan post 2014 and the number of soldiers to remain in the war-torn nation would depend on the core objective of the defeat of Al Qaeda.

US lauds India's role in G20 declaration of 'today's era isn't of war'

US lauds India's role in G20 declaration of 'today's era isn't of war'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2022

The members of the grouping made it clear that they were against the use or threat of use of nuclear weapons and sought "peaceful resolution of conflicts."

N Korea to halt nuke activities for food aid

N Korea to halt nuke activities for food aid

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Welcoming the North Korean decision to suspend its nuclear activities as a "positive step" forward, the White House has said it took a cautious note based on its past experience, adding this now needs to be followed by actions.

Google hacking allegations very serious: Hillary

Google hacking allegations very serious: Hillary

Rediff.com3 Jun 2011

As of now there has been no impact on the US government policy.

Have eyes on Iranian nuclear programme: US

Have eyes on Iranian nuclear programme: US

Rediff.com15 Sep 2012

"We have eyes onto the Iranian nuclear programme and we would be aware of any so-called breakout move by the Iranians towards building a nuclear weapon. That has not occurred, but that window of opportunity will close at some point," the White House Press Secretary, Jay Carney, told media persons at his daily news conference.

Europe has capacity, resources to deal with current crisis: US

Europe has capacity, resources to deal with current crisis: US

Rediff.com29 Nov 2011

European countries have the necessary resources and capabilities to deal with the current economic crisis that has engulfed them, the White House said.

Do not support Assad regime: US tells Russia

Do not support Assad regime: US tells Russia

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

United States President Barack Obama called his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and discussed the raging violence in Syria, even as the White House went public urging Moscow not to support Bashar al-Assad as by doing so it would be considered on the wrong side of history.

'Obama focusing on India, Pak, Afghan'

'Obama focusing on India, Pak, Afghan'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2010

United States President Barack Obama is spending considerable time on America's relationship with India, Afghanistan and Pakistan to strengthen security in the 'important region,' the White House said on Tuesday.

'Supply routes through Pakistan to be reopened soon'

'Supply routes through Pakistan to be reopened soon'

Rediff.com23 May 2012

Pakistan will soon reopen the ground lines of communication to Afghanistan, which were shut down last November following the death of 24 soldiers in a North Atlantic Treaty Organisation's strike, the White House has said. "We continue to work with Pakistan on this issue. We did not anticipate that the supply line issue was going to be resolved prior to the summit. And our teams continue to meet and we are making diligent progress," said White House Press Secretary Jay Carney.

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?

Now, Trump says $21 million went to 'my friend Modi' for voter turnout

Now, Trump says $21 million went to 'my friend Modi' for voter turnout

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

United States President Donald Trump for the fourth time in recent days claimed that the Biden administration allocated $21 million funding to India for 'voter turnout', evoking a sharp response from the Congress which urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to 'talk to his friend' and strongly refute the allegation.

Ties with Pak complicated but important: US

Ties with Pak complicated but important: US

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

America's relationship with Pakistan is very complicated, but a very important one as it helps in maintaining Washington's national security interest, the White House said on Wednesday.

Why are oil prices zooming? America has the answer

Why are oil prices zooming? America has the answer

Rediff.com22 Feb 2012

Economic boom in countries like India and China and unrest in other parts of the globe are some of the important factors.

Trump impeached by US House, faces Senate trial

Trump impeached by US House, faces Senate trial

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

The 1st article of impeachment, abuse of power, was on party lines with 230 to 197 votes, while the 2nd, obstruction to the Congress, was voted 229-198.

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

TRUMP ELECTED 47TH PRESIDENT OF THE USA

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

Former United States President Donald Trump on Wednesday is cruising towards winning the race for the White House in one of the greatest political comebacks in American history by almost defeating his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in an election that virtually divided the country into two camps.

No apology for violating Pakistan air space: US

No apology for violating Pakistan air space: US

Rediff.com4 May 2011

On Tuesday, Pakistan termed the US commando operation in Abbottabad that killed Laden an "unauthorised, unilateral action" without its knowledge. Besides, the White House said America has never been at war with Islam.

Sonam's Mobile Phones Are Missing

Sonam's Mobile Phones Are Missing

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

'Sonam's phones must have been destroyed somewhere on the way, but we cannot confirm it until we start questioning her.'

Sighs of relief in US over Davis's release

Sighs of relief in US over Davis's release

Rediff.com17 Mar 2011

The White House has welcomed the release of American Central Intelligence Agency contractor Raymond Davis, arrested by Pakistani authorities after he shot and killed two men in Lahore in January. His release ended one of the most serious diplomatic stand-offs between Islamabad and Washington in nine years of partnering in the fight against terrorism.

Despite complications, Pak should attend Afghan meet: US

Despite complications, Pak should attend Afghan meet: US

Rediff.com2 Dec 2011

The White House has once again asked Pakistan to attend the upcoming crucial international meet on Afghanistan in Bonn.

Days of Assad regime are numbered: US

Days of Assad regime are numbered: US

Rediff.com27 Jul 2012

"We need to move quickly to look at what Syria can and should be in a post-Assad world, work with our partners, work with the opposition to help create that transition, because Assad's days are surely numbered," White House Press Secretary Jay Carney told reporters.

US wants to take clean energy lead

US wants to take clean energy lead

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

The Obama Administration is keen to ensure that India, China or Europe do not take lead in clean energy industries that are vital to the 21st century, a top White House official has said.

It's official: Al Qaeda second-in-command is dead

It's official: Al Qaeda second-in-command is dead

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

Al Qaeda's second-in-command Abu Yahya al-Libi has died in a US drone strike, the White House has confirmed, with a top Obama aide terming it as a major blow to the terrorist outfit.

US not to deal with Al Qaeda over kidnapped citizen

US not to deal with Al Qaeda over kidnapped citizen

Rediff.com8 May 2012

The White House has outrightly refused to negotiate with Al Qaeda for the release of its citizen, who was kidnapped by the terrorist outfit in Pakistan last year.

US dismisses calls for Clinton's resignation

US dismisses calls for Clinton's resignation

Rediff.com2 Dec 2010

The White House dismissed calls seeking the resignation of Secretary of State Hillary Clinton over WikiLeaks allegation that she ordered US diplomats to spy at the UN, and termed such demands as "absurd and ridiculous".

US to work on economic growth, job creation

US to work on economic growth, job creation

Rediff.com5 Aug 2011

Emphasising that focused efforts are needed to ensure economic growth and creation of jobs in US, the White House has said that necessary measures should be taken in this regard.

We don't support independence for Tibet: US

We don't support independence for Tibet: US

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

The United States considers Tibet as part of China and does not support independence for the region, the White House said on Tuesday. "The US position on the status of Tibet has not changed. We consider Tibet to be part of the People's Republic of China and do not support independence for Tibet," White House Press Secretary Jay Carney told reporters at his daily news conference.

Rocket attack on Kabul airport: US says evacuation ops continue

Rocket attack on Kabul airport: US says evacuation ops continue

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

In a statement, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said US President Joe Biden was briefed about the rocket attack by National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Chief of Staff Ron Klain.

Obama to attend APEC meeting in Singapore

Obama to attend APEC meeting in Singapore

Rediff.com14 Aug 2009

APEC is an important forum that brings together the dynamic economies of the Pacific Rim and Singapore is an important partner on a range of regional and global issues.