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Trump arrives in Delhi; to meet Prez, PM today

Trump arrives in Delhi; to meet Prez, PM today

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

Trump is accompanied by wife Melania, daughter Ivanka, son-in-law Jared Kushner and top brass of his administration.

Congress lost political focus before 2014 polls: Pranab in memoir

Congress lost political focus before 2014 polls: Pranab in memoir

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

"I believe that the moral authority to govern vests with the PM. The overall state of the nation is reflective of the functioning of the PM and his administration. While Dr Singh was preoccupied with saving the coalition, which took a toll on governance, (Narendra) Modi seemed to have employed a rather autocratic style of governance during his first term, as seen by the bitter relationship among the government, the legislature and the judiciary.

Trump unequivocally condemns Capitol Hill violence

Trump unequivocally condemns Capitol Hill violence

Rediff.com14 Jan 2021

No true supporter of mine could ever endorse political violence. No true supporter of mine could ever disrespect law enforcement or our great American flag. No supporter of mine could ever threaten or harass their fellow Americans, he said.

Letter to Obama tested positive for deadly poison ricin

Letter to Obama tested positive for deadly poison ricin

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

A letter sent to US President Barack Obama has been tested positive for the deadly poison ricin, federal investigating agencies said on Wednesday.

Trump, Melania to be accorded traditional welcome

Trump, Melania to be accorded traditional welcome

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

According to the sources, the President of the United States (POTUS) and First Lady of the United States (FLOTUS) will be welcomed with traditional 'teeka', 'thali' laden with flowers and stoles after they arrive at the hotel on Monday. They said women dressed in traditional attire will greet the Trumps.

In PHOTOS: All the action from around the world

In PHOTOS: All the action from around the world

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

Check out this collection of smashing images of Buddhist monks in a protest rally, military parade at the Zocalo square in Mexico City and much more.

FBI intercepts poison-laced letter sent to Obama

FBI intercepts poison-laced letter sent to Obama

Rediff.com31 May 2013

A letter laced with poisonous substance ricin, sent to United States President Barack Obama, has been intercepted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the agency has confirmed.

Security Breach: What Can Keep Modi Safe

Security Breach: What Can Keep Modi Safe

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

In this event, it is the IAF that showed true professionalism, telling the boss they weren't going to fly in that weather. You can see what professionalism and moral courage it takes to say no to your prime minister. Only things like that can keep him safe, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Indian embassy bomb threat caller spoke 'hinglish'

Indian embassy bomb threat caller spoke 'hinglish'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

The bomb threat to the Indian embassy here was made by a caller from the western United States city of Utah by a man speaking in 'Hinglish', indicating that he was apparently of South Asian origin, sources said on Wednesday.

Sex scandal: 3 secret service agents quit; Obama briefed

Sex scandal: 3 secret service agents quit; Obama briefed

Rediff.com22 Apr 2012

Three more US Secret Service agents have resigned over the sex scandal in Columbia, as President Barack Obama was given a briefing on the issue that has become an embarrassment for the White House and for the elite security agency.

'White House shooter tried to kill Obama'

'White House shooter tried to kill Obama'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

A 21-year-old Hispanic man arrested for firing rifle shots at the White House was charged with attempting to assassinate United States President Barack Obama, or member of his staff.

Mumbai beefs up security for Obama

Mumbai beefs up security for Obama

Rediff.com4 Nov 2010

Mumbai has turned into a fortress of sorts to receive United States President Barack Obama on November 6. Extraordinary security measures have been taken to ensure that the American President has a safe trip.

Gunshots fired near White House; Secret Service looks for suspect

Gunshots fired near White House; Secret Service looks for suspect

Rediff.com12 Nov 2011

Gunshots were fired on Friday near the White House, following which the United States Secret Service recovered an AK-47 from an abandoned vehicle, but the suspect remained at large. The shots were heard 9.40 pm local time on Friday night (8.10 am IST today), the US Secret Service said. The suspect was seen running away and remains at large. The Secret Service said its officials posted on the 16th Street and Constitution Avenue heard the shots.

Package containing cyanide mailed to White House: Secret Service

Package containing cyanide mailed to White House: Secret Service

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

The White House has received poisonous cyanide packed in an envelope carrying the address of a man who had earlier sent a similar package

US intelligence head meets Chidambaram

US intelligence head meets Chidambaram

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

Prior to his meeting with Chidambaram, Blair held a meeting with Intelligence Bureau Director Rajiv Mathur about the scenario of threat posed by terrorists and ways to counter these.

Will Trumps visit Sabarmati or not?

Will Trumps visit Sabarmati or not?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Speculation is rife that Trump may skip Sabarmati Ashram to make time for a visit to Agra, Vinay Umarji reports.

Three-tier security at hotel where Trump will stay

Three-tier security at hotel where Trump will stay

Rediff.com21 Feb 2020

Trump will stay at the 'Chanakya' suite of the hotel, which has hosted the likes of former US presidents George Bush and Barack Obama.

Major probe underway: Trump on explosives sent to Obama, Clinton

Major probe underway: Trump on explosives sent to Obama, Clinton

Rediff.com25 Oct 2018

He said his administration will spare 'no resources or expense in this effort' to investigate who sent the packages.

'Uninvited couple attended White House dinner'

'Uninvited couple attended White House dinner'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2009

An unprecedented security breach took place at the high-profile 'black tie' state dinner, when a Virginia couple entered the White House uninvited and had a "wonderful time" in the company of President Barack Obama, the first lady, and the Indian prime minister.

US probing online poll seeking Obama's death

US probing online poll seeking Obama's death

Rediff.com29 Sep 2009

The US Secret Service is investigating a poll posted on the social networking site Facebook that asks if President Barack Obama should be assassinated.

Obama not facing higher threat than Bush, Clinton

Obama not facing higher threat than Bush, Clinton

Rediff.com4 Dec 2009

US President Barack Obama faces the same level of threat as that of his two predecessors, George W Bush and Bill Clinton, and not any higher, a senior Secret Service official has said.

2 US senators, former Trump aide test COVID positive; cases continue rise in White House

2 US senators, former Trump aide test COVID positive; cases continue rise in White House

Rediff.com3 Oct 2020

Two United States Senators, a former adviser to US President Donald Trump, his campaign manager and three White House journalists have tested positive for COVID-19, joining several officials working at the presidential palace to have contracted the infection.

Terrorists may NOT target Delhi during Obama visit, but...

Terrorists may NOT target Delhi during Obama visit, but...

Rediff.com23 Jan 2015

Security agencies apprehend that terrorists may target some part of the country during the visit of US President Barack Obama, avoiding Delhi, and have alerted state governments, particularly Jammu and Kashmir, about the "serious threat".

India dumps US plea for no-fly zone over Rajpath on R-Day

India dumps US plea for no-fly zone over Rajpath on R-Day

Rediff.com18 Jan 2015

India has reportedly declined a request from the United States seeking a no fly-zone over Rajpath during President Barack Obama's visit for the Republic Day.

Man arrested after jumping White House fence

Man arrested after jumping White House fence

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

A 23-year-old man climbed over the White House fence and was attacked by Secret Service dogs before being arrested, officials said.

CNN sues Trump, his White House aides over barring of reporter

CNN sues Trump, his White House aides over barring of reporter

Rediff.com13 Nov 2018

The suit alleges that Acosta and CNN's First and Fifth Amendment rights are being violated by the ban.

Unprecedented security in place for Trump's visit

Unprecedented security in place for Trump's visit

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

Security agencies are also working in close coordination with the US Secret Service, officials said. In Ahmedabad, over 10,000 policemen from different parts of Gujarat have been deployed at strategic locations as part of the elaborate security arrangements, officials said.

Obama may depart India directly from Agra after Taj visit

Obama may depart India directly from Agra after Taj visit

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

President Barack Obama's schedule is likely to undergo a change and he may now depart from Agra instead of Delhi as authorities have examined the feasibility of his Air Force One aircraft landing in the city of Taj Mahal.

Unprecedented security for Obama visit

Unprecedented security for Obama visit

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

An unprecedented security arrangement, comprising Delhi Police and paramilitary forces, has been put in place in the national capital ahead of the arrival of the US President Barack Obama, who is on a three-day visit beginning on Sunday.

The Obamas are coming with a wishlist

The Obamas are coming with a wishlist

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

US President Barack Obama told Prime Minister Narendra Modi, when the two met on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit in Myanmar in November 2014, how he barely had two years left to his presidential term and so much to do. The wish list included getting his daughters to see a tiger in the wild and the Taj Mahal.

PHOTOS: Ivanka's day in the city of Nizams

PHOTOS: Ivanka's day in the city of Nizams

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

This is Ivanka Trump's first big solo outing on the international stage.

White House fence jumper had foldable knife: Secret Service

White House fence jumper had foldable knife: Secret Service

Rediff.com21 Sep 2014

A Texas man arrested for intruding into the White House was armed with a foldable knife, prompting a comprehensive review of security procedures after two attempted breaches in 24 hours at one of the world's most heavily protected buildings.

Armed man outside White House refuses to stop, shot at

Armed man outside White House refuses to stop, shot at

Rediff.com21 May 2016

A White House official said 'no one within or associated with the White House was injured, and everyone in the White House is safe and accounted for'.

Gunman captured after shooting at US Capitol complex

Gunman captured after shooting at US Capitol complex

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

A man was taken into custody after firing shots in the United States Capitol complex on Monday, Capitol officials said.

'Forget trade or defence. Talk chemistry! Chemistry ab badhega!'

'Forget trade or defence. Talk chemistry! Chemistry ab badhega!'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2020

'It's the first-ever US presidential visit which is specially planned for India.' 'The standalone visit itself has achieved something already. Don't underestimate it.' Sheela Bhatt gives us an exclusive glimpse of what the Modi government hopes to achieve from Trump's visit.

Mean machines: Obama's 'Beast's vs Modi's BMW

Mean machines: Obama's 'Beast's vs Modi's BMW

Rediff.com24 Jan 2015

When Barack Obama lands in Delhi for the Republic Day celebrations, he will be taken along the city's prime esplanade in a vehicle fitted with a special night-vision system, tear gas cannons, steel wheels, a blood bank holding the president's blood type and its own oxygen supply. Obama's Cadillac limousine, or the 'Beast', as the US Secret Service likes to call it, will be used to ferry him during the course of his visit to India. Obama's, however, is not the only fortress on wheels that will trundle down Rajpath. Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels in a BMW 7-Series 760Li Security Edition Here is a comparison between Obama's Cadillac and Modi's BMW

Explosive devices sent to Obama, Clinton; CNN building evacuated

Explosive devices sent to Obama, Clinton; CNN building evacuated

Rediff.com24 Oct 2018

White House condemns attempted attacks; New York Police Department increase patrols at other major newsrooms.