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Thank you all for the kind words on the special 'Mann Ki Baat' episode with President Obama. It was truly a great experience.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 27, 2015 US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama had left India this afternoon and have reached Saudi Arabia to condole the death of King Abdullah.
The special edition of 'Mann Ki Baat' has concluded, bringing a historic and successful visit of President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle to an end. India and the United States have made significant progress and have taken their friendship to a new level.
I thank President Obama again for giving his time and speaking with you all: PM Modi
Send your thoughts, experiences & feelings about Mann Ki Baat using the hashtag #YesWeCan - PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/C3p5iaDPZY
- Syed Akbaruddin (@MEAIndia) January 27, 2015 Youth empowered with Education - #YesWeCan, Jobs for All - #YesWeCan , End to Terrorism - #YesWeCan, Global Peace & Progress - #YesWeCan: PM Modi
Please join our campaign, and the best thoughts will be shared in an e-book. Please use Twitter, Facebook and other social networks and use #YesWeCan: PM Modi
I thank President Obama for giving his time for this special edition of 'Mann Ki Baat': PM Modi
It can lead to a lifetime of health challenges & we would like to work on this issue internationally including India: Barack Obama
We look forward to partnering with Indian organizations, Govt & NGOs around public health issues including obesity: President Obama
We are seeing a world-wide epidemic of obesity, in many cases starting at a very young age: President Obama speaking about health
Proud of the work Michelle Obama has done on the issue (of obesity): President Obama during 'Mann Ki Baat'.
We're making a lot of history in a short time - Prez @BarackObama to PM @narendramodi on Mann Ki Baat pic.twitter.com/G5IfgPqLS4
- Syed Akbaruddin (@MEAIndia) January 27, 2015 Benjamin Franklin's life inspires me. His thoughts still impact the lives of Americans today. If you read about him, it will help and inspire you to transform your life: PM Modi replying to a question on which US leader has inspired him the most.
Everyone has bad days at work, you have to keep working through it: Barack Obama in reply to a question by a listener on what makes him smile after a bad days in the office.
- There are days when it's tough and frustrating. But almost everyday I meet somebody who say I made a difference in their life.
- If you are helping someone else, the satisfaction you get from that exceeds anything else. That is what inspires me.
Earlier they used to say, 'workers of the world unite.' I think today it should be 'youth unite the world': PM Modi
Emphasis on higher education is necessary for all round development of youth, which is the real strength of a nation: Barack Obama
I think governments and leaders cannot simply try to govern. They have to rather reach out to the people in an inclusive way and have a dialogue: President Obama
I have never dreamt of becoming someone but always of doing something, says PM Modi in reply to a question by a listener about dreaming of 'becoming' something in life.
PM: भारत माता की सेवा करना सवा सौ करोड देश की सेवा करना इससे बड़ा सपना क्या हो सकता है। #ObamaModionAIR #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/qj1lWBIPjx
- All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) January 27, 2015 A tea seller, or some one born to a single mother lead our nations. An example of extra ordinary opportunities in our nations: President Obama
When I first visited the White House I too did not think I'd be there. Both of us have been blessed with opportunity: Barack Obama
When I had first visited the US many years ago, I had never thought I would have opportunity to enter the White House premises: PM Modi
PM Modi: मैंने कभी सोचा नही था की मुझे भी कभी ज़िंदगी मैं व्हाइट हाउस जाने का अवसर मिलेगा। #ObamaModionAIR pic.twitter.com/iilAEYoSqM
- All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) January 27, 2015 When I first went to America, we'd taken a photograph with the White House in the background. Now that I've become PM that photo has become famous: PM Modi
He (President Obama) told me with pride that I come from that city (Chicago), where Swami Vivekananda had gone: PM Modi
When I went to the White House, Barack gave me a book. It was a compilation of speeches at the World Religions Conference in 1894 where Swami Vivekananda had gone: PM Modi
I want to tell you, you can come any time, India will always welcome you and your children: PM Modi to President Obama on 'Mann Ki Baat'
President Obama's life, the way he has raised his daughters will serve as an inspiration for us - 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' is our social obligation which all of us must fulfill: PM Modi
Will definitely do some shopping. I can't go to the stores but my team will. I'll take Michelle's advice: Barack Obama
They (my daughters - Sasha and Malia) very much wanted to come. They are fascinated by the history and culture of India: Barack Obama
Malia, my elder daughter had exams... when I go back I'm going to tell them that India is as magnificent as they imagined: Barack Obama
I am told that it is first ever radio address by an Indian PM and American President: Barack Obama.
Appreciate the PM's strong personal commitment to strengthening the relationship between these two countries: Barack Obama
We are linked by millions of proud Indian-Americans: US President Barack Obama.
India and US are natural partners because we have so much in common: US President Barack Obama.
Thank you Prime Minister Modi. I would like to begin by saying thank you for inviting Michelle and me as the chief guest for the Republic Day. I am honoured to be the first US President to be here for the Republic Day.
I request President Barack Obama to say a few words as we start this special episode of 'Mann ki Baat': PM Modi
When we speak of Martin Luther King or President Obama, we get to hear them speak about (the influence) of Mahatma Gandhi.
In African cultures, they say 'I am because we are'. It is similar to our saying 'vasudhaiva kutumbakam'.
In the African language of Swahili, Barack means 'one who is blessed'.
For the past few month I have been speaking to you. Today we are joined by US President Barack Obama: PM Modi on 'Mann Ki Baat'
PM Modi's special edition of 'Mann ki Baat' with guest Barack Obama starts.
According to All India Radio, certain arrangements have been made to ensure that the content of the programme is available outside India as the upcoming broadcast has generated interest abroad as well.
The broadcast of the address in regional languages, there will be a voice which will translate PM Modi's words while another voice will translate what President Obama says.
The joint address will be broadcasted at 8 pm tonight on All India Radio (AIR), while a regional version will be aired tomorrow at 9 am.
This is the first time that 'Mann ki Baat' will have a guest appearing along with PM Modi.
The Prime Minister, who conducts the show himself, will be heard speaking both in Hindi, and English and has chosen questions related to the topic of the Indo-US relations, sources said.
The recording of the programme was done on Tuesday afternoon at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi. It is going to be approximately 35 minutes in duration, which is longer than PM Modi's previous 'Mann Ki Baat' editions.
This special edition of 'Mann ki Baat' is likely to be of a little more than half-an-hour in duration.
Though US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle have left for Saudi Arabia after their 3-day India visit, Mr Obama and PM Modi have recorded a special edition of the Prime Minister's radio address to the nation - 'Mann ki Baat'. This will be aired tonight at 8 pm.
A goodbye message from PM Modi
Farewell @WhiteHouse! Your visit has taken India-USA ties to a new level & opened a new chapter. Wish you a safe journey.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 27, 2015As for the rainy day yesterday, as you yourself said @WhiteHouse today morning, Bade Bade Deshon Mein... :)
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 27, 2015
The Obamas leave Delhi. Next stop, Saudi Arabia where they will meet the new King Salman
One last look at the Beast
Goodbye POTUS. A last namaste, and then a farewell wave
The Beast drives up. POTUS and FLOTUS step onto the red carpet
Air Force One is ready and waiting for POTUS and FLOTUS. On the runway is a farewell committee that included Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh, BJP's Piyush Goyal, who acted as Minister-in-Waiting on this trip, and S Jaishankar, India's Ambassador to the US
As POTUS and FLOTUS prepare to say goodbye to India:
Thank you @NarendraModi for a memorable visit, and to the Indian people for their warm welcome. #India -bo
- The White House (@WhiteHouse) January 27, 2015 Among the gifts that POTUS will be taking home with him:
PM @narendramodi gifts Prez @BarackObama an @AkashvaniAIR recording of Marion Anderson's 1957 interview. pic.twitter.com/3hJN1MePND
- Syed Akbaruddin (@MEAIndia) January 27, 2015The recordings consist of Ms. Anderson's interview to AIR & a video capturing her rendition of the hymn 'Lead Kindly Light' at Gandhi Smriti
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 27, 2015Original commemorative stamp issued on 26th Jan 1950 is on back cover of the US telegram I gifted President Obama pic.twitter.com/YtG4XyIARu
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 27, 2015 In his townhall address, POTUS referenced two of India's sporting heroes: "India takes great pride in people like Milkha Singh, Mary Kom, Kailash Satyarthi. No dearth of talent in India."
Responses from The Flying Sikh and Magnificent Mary:
Responses from The Flying Sikh and Magnificent Mary:
Thank Obama sir. So many sportspeople in India & he took my name in his speech, proud moment: Mary Kom #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/hC18piiJHl
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015Obama ji taking names of sportspeople is very encouraging for Indian sportspeople: Milkha Singh on #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/f5ucvSXZBD
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015 16-year-old Vishal, son of a labourer, on meeting President Obama when he visited India in 2010:
He shook hands with me,motivated me to pursue higher edu: Vishal(who met Prez Obama at Humayun's tomb in last visit) pic.twitter.com/8tuXd47h1A
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015Actually I was feeling a bit nervous that time, he motivated me to study: Vishal (who met Prez Obama at Humayun's tomb in his last visit)
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015During his last visit Prez Obama presented me with a bookmark : Vishal (who met Prez Obama at Humayun's tomb)
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015 Backstage at Siri Fort, POTUS and FLOTUS met three children rescued by Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi's Bachpan Bachao organisation - 8-year-old Deepak who lost a finger while working on a farm as a child labourer, 12-year-old Ayub who was forced to work in a button factory, and 14-year-old Payal who refused to get married, is a bal sarpanch and works to prevent child marriage in her village
After the speech, a sea of cameraphones and waving hands
Seems like all POTUS has been talking about is the display of stunt-biking by Janbaz, the BSF's daredevils on two wheels, at yesterday's parade on Rajpath. As they rode past, cheered and applauded, President Obama gave them a thumbs up.
At the Business Summit last evening, POTUS referred to Janbaz saying, "I won't be riding a motorcycle tonight."
At his townhall address this morning, he referred to them again. "The Secret Service won't let me ride motorcycles, especially not on my head," he quipped.
Here are pictures of Janbaz's trick-riding that so impressed POTUS:
At the Business Summit last evening, POTUS referred to Janbaz saying, "I won't be riding a motorcycle tonight."
At his townhall address this morning, he referred to them again. "The Secret Service won't let me ride motorcycles, especially not on my head," he quipped.
Here are pictures of Janbaz's trick-riding that so impressed POTUS:
This is Vishal, the son of a labourer the Obamas met when they visited Humayun's Tomb in 2010. Vishal is now 16 and in school. He wants to join the army later. "Have hope for Indian youth, believe in a young boy who knows he has a chance as long as he keeps studying," said President Obama
POTUS borrows a dialogue from Shah Rukh Khan
US President Obama tries his hand at a Bollywood (DDLJ) dialogue in Siri Fort #ObamaInIndia https://t.co/96I7nyQr76
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015 The Obamas walk off-stage hand-in-hand and into the audience, shaking hands with people
We believe in the people of India, we are proud to be your friend, we are proud to be your partner. Jai Hind: President Obama ends his speech to the strains of the song Mitwa from Aamir Khan's Lagaan
I want more American students coming to India than Indian students coming to America: President Obama
The last time we were in India, Michelle and I visited Humayun's Tomb where we met labourers and their families and children. We met one young boy called Vishal who is now 16 years old and wants to join the army when he grows up: President Obama
Getting grey hair now, was more youthful when I entered office: President Obama
We will succeed as long as we empower our young. Here in India, most people are under 35 years old and India is one of the world's most populous countries. So you, young Indians, are going to define the world: President Obama
India will succeed as long as it's not splintered along religious lines: President Obama
Our diversity is our strength and we have to guard against being divided along sectarian or any other lines: President Obama
No society is immune from the darkest impulses of men and too often religion is used to tap into those instead of the light of God: President Obama
Nations are more successful when their women are successful: President Obama
Our nations are strongest when we see that we are all God's children, all equal in his eyes: President Obama
The girl who commanded the Guard of Honour, it's a great sign of strength: President Obama
We remember the wisdom of Gandhiji who said, 'for me the different religions are beautiful flowers in the same garden, branches of the same tree': President Obama
Our daughters deserve the same chances as our sons: President Obama
In US, we are still working to ensure our women get equal opportunities. In India, it is the wives and mothers who hold the family together: President Obama
Michelle is not afraid to speak her mind or tell me when I'm wrong, which happens very often: President Obama
A young boy delivering lunch on a bicycle, a young girl hauling a bucket of water. Even as we live in a world of inequality, there is still hope if the grandson of a cook can be President and a tea-seller can become Prime Minister. Everyone has a chance: President Obama
My grandfather was a cook in the British army. Branches of Michelle's family were slaves as well as slave owners: President Obama
America wants to be India's partner as you protect the health of the people and the beauty of the nation: President Obama
We will continue to help India deal with the impact of climate change because no country should have to bear that burden alone: President Obama
If we are going to be global partners, our two nations must do more around the world: President Obama
We support resolution to include India as permanent member of the UN Security Council: President Obama
World will be safer if our two democracies stand together: President Obama
Let's put clean and renewable energy into the world, clean water that every child can drink: President Obama
With India leading the way, we can end the injustice of extreme poverty around the world: President Obama
I believe that our two democracies, the world's oldest and largest democracies, can stand together: President Obama
I believe that America can be India's best partner: President Obama
US has the largest Indian disapora in the world. 3 million proud Indian-Americans and they make America stronger: President Obama
We danced to bhangra, brought Diwali to the White House: President Obama
More than a 100 years ago, Swami Vivekananda helped bring Hinduism and yoga to America. he came to my hometown of Chicago. He began his speech with 'Sisters and brothers of America," so let me begin today by saying "Sisters and brothers of India": President Obama
Senorita, bade bade deshon mein , you know what I mean: POTUS makes DDLJ reference
Yesterday we saw the daredevils on their motorcycles. The Secret Service does not let me ride motorcycles, especially not on my head: President Obama
Namaste, says POTUS to Siri Fort crowd
FLOTUS arrives, wearing YET another flowered dress
Nobel Peace Prize recipient Kailash Satyarthi gets a round of applause and a cheer as he takes his seat after a quick namaste. With Mr Satyarthi are three children rescued by his organisation Bachpan Bachao
The audience of 2,000 includes Delhi University students, activists and representatives of think tanks
The Siri Fort crowd is being entertained by piped music while they wait for POTUS
Siri Fort Auditorium: Prez Obama to speak on "India & America:The Future We Can Build Together" shortly #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/vIr4L7LZLp
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015 Full house at Siri Fort. Waiting for POTUS
In his address, POTUS will likely focus on Indo-US relations and the importance of diversity as a democratic value. He may or may not take questions from his audience of 2,000
Obama's audience queues up outside Siri Fort
Among the gifts that were exchanged on this visit was a decades-old recording of African-American singer Marian Anderson singing Lead Kindly Light, one of Mahatma Gandhi's favourite hymns
A gift of history.PM gifts US Prez Marion Anderson's 1957 rendition of "Lead Kindly Light" at Gandhi Memorial.C video http://t.co/sNtpmZT45Z
- Syed Akbaruddin (@MEAIndia) January 27, 2015 The theme of President Obama's address at Siri Fort is 'India and America: The Future We Can Build Together'
A moment from President Obama's Sunday in Delhi
President Obama tosses petals on a monument at Rajghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi: http://t.co/2mTTydbrXl pic.twitter.com/z49fljXNti
- The White House (@WhiteHouse) January 26, 2015 Yesterday, POTUS and PM Modi recorded a 35-minute long episode of Mann Ki Baat which will air on radio at 8pm. In the episode, they answer questions received by the PMO
Ratan Tata on last evening's Indo-US Business Summit:
Wonderful to see US & India come together in a bond of mutual friendship and trust. Both charismatic leaders deserve great credit and praise
- Ratan N. Tata (@RNTata2000) January 26, 2015 POTUS is expected to address an audience of 2,000 in Siri Fort Auditorium at 10.30am. He will travel in the Beast, his special armoured car, to Siri Fort and then to Palam Airport where Air Force One is waiting to fly him out. The Obamas were to have visited Agra this afternoon but have cut short their visit in order to make a stopover in Saudi Arabia and meet the new King Salman
Meanwhile, here's what one person in Obama's entourage did yesterday. The Namesake actor Kal Penn, whose real name is Kalpen Modi, met the Prime Minister and then savoured some of the delicacies on offer in Purani Dilli:
American Modi meets Indian Modi pic.twitter.com/C4GqIpvQSd
- Kal Penn (@kalpenn) January 26, 2015Grabbed amazing local food with @whitehouse friends.Amazing, friendly people in old delhi! Beautiful mosque next door pic.twitter.com/vvF6t7MVXJ
- Kal Penn (@kalpenn) January 26, 2015Post-dinner roadside chai with @whitehouse staff. Da best. #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/yO2QU8N4D5
- Kal Penn (@kalpenn) January 26, 2015 Backstage at Siri Fort, President Obama will meet Kailash Satyarthi and three children rescued by his NGO. POTUS and Mr Satyarthi are both recipients of the Nobel Peace Prize. The children who will meet POTUS are:
President Obama will meet Deepak: Deepak was a former child labourer, 8yrs old, lost a finger in a thresher while working on a farm
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015President Obama will meet Ayub Khan: Khan is 12 years old, was forced to work in a button making factory under the influence of substances
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015President Obama will meet Payal: Payal(14), refused to get married, is a bal sarpanch and works to eliminate child marriage in her village
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 27, 2015 US President Barack Obama will conclude his three-day India visit with an address for a select gathering. Preparations galore at the Siri Fort Auditorium.
'When I Look Towards the East, I See the Western Shores of the United States,' Says PM Modi at the Indo-US Joint Address
- Over 90 institutions from our two countries are collaborating on biofuels; solar energy; and, energy efficiency.
- US companies are transferring advanced skills and technologies to India. And, Indians are powering US businesses.
- Indian IT companies are creating skilled jobs in the United States; and, helping U.S. companies stay ahead. They have also helped U.S. military veterans rebuild their lives.
- We have more than 100,000 Indian students in the United States and thousands of American students visiting India. They are sowing the partnerships of tomorrow. And, the success of 3.0 million Indian Americans points to our potential.
- Our businesses work together in the familiar environment of democracy; and, in the comfort of our friendship and goodwill.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shares the Monday's Indo-US Business Forum joint address by both the leaders.
Sharing our 'Mann Ki Baat' during the recording of the radio programme. Tune in on 27th January at 8... http://t.co/fdoloJ57oe
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 26, 2015 President Barack Obama's India Visit: Delhi Police Traffic Advisory - Tuesday, January 27, 2015.
- A Delhi Police traffic advisory for Tuesday, January 27 has advised commuters to avoid August Kranti Marg, in south Delhi in view of US President Barack Obama's movement for an event.
- President Obama is scheduled to attend a programme at the Siri Fort auditorium.
- There would be traffic restrictions at several points on August Kranti Marg.
- Movement of vehicles, however, would be allowed on the Ring Road.
- The Delhi Police has also advised citizens to avoid the stretch of road from Dhaula Kuan to IGI Airport in the afternoon.
- The road to the airport will remain closed tomorrow for around 40 minutes during President Obama's departure from New Delhi.
Republic Day Recap: 'The Beast', Barack Obama's Official Car, was a Big Hit Among Children
Here are some interesting facts about the 'Beast', in case you missed it earlier:
Here are some interesting facts about the 'Beast', in case you missed it earlier:
- 'The Beast', US President Barack Obama's official car is also known as 'Cadillac One'.
- It has been driving with both the US and the Indian flag since the arrival of President Obama.
- It looks like a Cadillac, but that is it. It is not really a derivative of the Cadillac DTS as it seems, since it only borrows styling from that model. Underneath the limo exterior is a Chevrolet Kodiak - which is a medium sized truck (sort of the same size as our Tata 407, but more sophisticated).
- Anyone can buy an armoured limo. Yes BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz even sell those in India. The Beast goes well beyond regular armouring with an 8-inch thick body plating and 5-inch thick bulletproof windows. The car itself weighs 8 tonnes.
- The doors swing on special heavy-duty hinges as they weigh as much as doors on a Boeing 757 aircraft.
- The massive weight needs every horsepower the 6.5 litre Duramax diesel engine can offer. The Beast uses this diesel truck engine since it can take to varying purity levels of the more commonly available fuel type globally.
- It's a 7-seater - yup just like all "family MPVs"! So this one can accommodate POTUS, his driver, chief Secret Service agent and four others too. So FLOTUS, the girls and grandma maybe?
- Goodyear makes special Kevlar-coated run-flat tyres for the Beast - to withstand puncture and even run when shot out.
- The fuel tank is covered with a special foam that prevents any impact-related explosion. It's boot has special oxygen tanks and firefighting equipment.
- In the event of a chemical attack, the car cuts off outside air completely, and keeps the cabin supplied with breathable air until it is safe to open the doors again.
- Night vision cameras, teargas cannons and a shotgun are standard on the Beast. It also houses a special compartment to hold pouches of POTUS' blood type.
- It runs with Washington DC plates - everywhere it goes.
Republic Day Recap: President Obama was fascinated by the 'BSF Daredevils' riders at the Republic Day on Monday, however he said he would 'not drive' a motorbike after watching the stunts performed by the riders at the parade.
- "I would, by the way, not drive a motorcycle after watching those incredible acrobats," Obama said, clearly overwhelmed by the performance of the 'Jaanbaaz' bike riders and their daring stunts.
- President Obama, and First Lady Michelle Obama gave a thumbs up to the BSF daredevils, who are famed for their formation of a human pyramid on moving bikes during their stunning display at the parade.
- "Today's ceremony and the parade were truly spectacular, a moving tribute to India's founding, its democracy, its progress," President Obama said.
A recap of President Obama's day:
He was chief guest at this morning's Republic Day parade, braving the relentless Delhi rain and chill. Michelle Obama also attended, wearing a black coat dress and a red scarf. Highlights of the parade included all-women contingents from the services, a camel-mounted band, tableaux that depicted many of PM Modi's pet projects, the Indian Air Force's fly past, and motorcycle daredevilry from the BSF's stunt riders.
At about 4pm, the Obamas visited President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan for tea. FLOTUS changed into a flowered dress and cropped jacket. The Obamas had tea, shook hands, chatted to other guests and waved to the cameras.
At about 6pm, POTUS made the short journey from the Maurya Sheraton Hotel where he is staying to the Taj Palace next door to meet India's top CEOs with PM Modi
He was chief guest at this morning's Republic Day parade, braving the relentless Delhi rain and chill. Michelle Obama also attended, wearing a black coat dress and a red scarf. Highlights of the parade included all-women contingents from the services, a camel-mounted band, tableaux that depicted many of PM Modi's pet projects, the Indian Air Force's fly past, and motorcycle daredevilry from the BSF's stunt riders.
At about 4pm, the Obamas visited President Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan for tea. FLOTUS changed into a flowered dress and cropped jacket. The Obamas had tea, shook hands, chatted to other guests and waved to the cameras.
At about 6pm, POTUS made the short journey from the Maurya Sheraton Hotel where he is staying to the Taj Palace next door to meet India's top CEOs with PM Modi
US President Barack Obama concludes his speech at India-US Business Summit in Delhi #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/h9BmnMHk58
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 The BSF stunt riders from this morning's parade clearly made an impression on POTUS. Not only did he give them a thumbs up as they rode past, he said at the beginning of his address at the Business Summit: "I won't be arriving on a motorbike this evening"
I know the Prime Minister has expressed his commitment, you have the commitment from my administration. Next time I come here, I hope we will have made more progress: President Obama concludes his address
I'm proud to announce a new Indian diaspora investment initiative: President Obama
We need to make sure in both our countries that economic growth is inclusive and sustained. growth can't just be measured by GDP or bottomlines, it has to be measured by how people's lives are changed in real and tangible ways: President Obama
We can work together to develop technology that will help India leap forward. US companies ready to help build railways, digital infrastructure, everything India needs for the future: President Obama
Here in India, there are still too many barriers, hoops to jump through, bureaucratic restrictions. PM Modi has initiated reforms that will help overcome these barriers: President Obama
We have to keep working to make it easier to do business with both our countries: President Obama
OPEC will support lending to small and medium businesses across India over $1 billion: President Obama
Growing trade is a win for India as more American-made machinery can upgrade India's infrastructure: President Obama
Indian and American workers can benefit from our ties: President Obama
Of all America's imports, 2% come from India. Of all America's exports, 1% go to India. We've got to do better: President Obama
I promised to deepen economic ties when I spoke to you last and that's what we've done: President Obama
Our two business communities, all of you, have been some of the strongest champions of a closer relationship: President Obama
I thought the PM might be tired of me by now but what's another speech between friends: President Obama
Thank you PM Modi for the wonderful hospitality you have shown me over the last two days: President Obama
Thank you CII, FICCI and the government of India for hosting us: President Obama
We will turn our shared commitment into concrete action. Thank you for being here President Obama, your participation has made this more meaningful: PM Modi concludes his address
We belong to the same vast region - a region of great dynamism but also unsettled questions: PM Modi
For too long, India and the US have looked at each other across Europe and the Atlantic: PM Modi
As the two largest democracies, we have a fundamental stake in each others success. We can work together for greater success: PM Modi
We are forging ahead in new areas like renewable energy and defence equipment: PM Modi
19 institutions in our two countries are collaborating on biofuels and bio-technology: PM Modi
We have worked together to usher in the 'Green Revolution' in India, we have collaborated in space: PM Modi
Prosperity is no guarantee for peace, but India sees the world as one family: PM Modi
It will be a world with much less poverty and want. Infants with much more chance to survive, daughters with more opportunities: PM Modi
We want to offer affordable solutions, not impose our choices: PM Modi
Everything we wish to do involves enterprise and investment, but even more innovation and imagination: PM Modi
Investment from the US have jumped by 50% in the first 6 months of my government and some of the pledges made during my visit to Washington have begun to flow in. Yes, I do track these things: PM Modi. His audience claps, he chuckles
In the world of economics, numbers are often an unforgiving mirror of performance: PM Modi
We have removed some of the excesses of the past. We will soon address the remaining uncertainties: PM Modi
In India, you will find a climate that encourages and rewards enterprise: PM Modi
Our task is huge and will not happen overnight. We are conscious of our challenges but also inspired by many successes: PM Modi
For our nation, the journey has been impressive but the road ahead is still long. It will be fulfilled when every Indian has a life of dignity, freedom from want and belief in the possibility of peace: PM Modi
We are two nations blessed because of our rich inheritance: PM Modi
I'm deeply honoured to greet you on Republic Day as the first Prime Minister to be born in free India: PM Modi
Make in India is much more than a slogan, it is a commitment to change: Nirmala Sitharaman
Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, speaks at the Business Summit
Hugs and handshakes aside, it's all business now. The summit begins
I'm always available, will hear you out: PM Modi to CEOs
We need to focus on skill, scale and speed: PM Modi
I'm addressing issues of climate, farmers and water. To do that, I need infrastructure: PM Modi
Ease of doing business is big focus for government: PM Modi
Such a big country, such a big market but if Indians don't have purchasing power how can we import?: PM Modi
Gujaratis are famous - hotel, motel and Patel: PM Modi
Need consistency in policies: PM Modi
Incredible business talent exists in India: US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015Indian diaspora have created incredible companies, values all over the world: US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 While they - and we - are waiting, here's what POTUS said at the CEO Forum:
We want to see more trade&investment, it will benefit people of India and US :US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015Possibility of US bilateral investment treaty will serve both countries well: US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015PM (Modi) and I are interested in smart regulation: US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015There is a natural convergence between the 2 countries: US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 Off-screen at the Business Summit, the room bursts into laughter after being told "You are not allowed to move. Stay in your seats and be silent" in best school-marm fashion by the moderator
I am excited that not only is the US investing in India but a lot of Indians are investing in the US: US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015The good news is that our (Indo-US) trade in the last few years has increased by 60% :US President Obama at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015PMO will monitor all big projects: PM Narendra Modi at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015Solution to all your problems is good governance...pro-people, good governance is the solution: PM Narendra Modi at Indo-US CEO Meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015Issues that you have flagged is good for me to know, helps to know how investors feel about how govt should work:PM Modi at Indo-US CEO meet
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 Full house for the business summit. Right now, POTUS and PM Modi are attending a forum of CEOs
Before the business summit begins:
India-US CEOs submit recommendations to PM @narendramodi & Prez @BarackObama. pic.twitter.com/S1rV6bpe2p
- Syed Akbaruddin (@MEAIndia) January 26, 2015India-US leaders now at CEO Forum. pic.twitter.com/8eUQAQYeEm
- Syed Akbaruddin (@MEAIndia) January 26, 2015 President Obama will be addressing industry leaders in a short while. CEOs at the business summit include the Ambanis, Gautam Adani, Anand Mahindra, Sunil Mittal, Chanda Kochhar and Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Earlier today, POTUS and PM Modi recorded an episode of 'Mann Ki Baat' for radio
President Obama arrives at Taj Palace to address India Inc
Meanwhile, the bandhgala suit PM Modi wore yesterday had his name on it. Quite literally. The pin-stripes on the suit spelled out his full name - Narendra Damodardas Modi
President Obama and PM Modi will arrive together for the CEOs' meet shortly. Industry leader Adi Godrej says:
The personal equation between the two leaders is very good, it is a very timely visit: Adi Godrej on India-US CEO forum meet #ObamaInIndia
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015The level of mutual investment & trade will rise tremendously: Adi Godrej #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/1eC5trjUii
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 Flags come down at Wagah Border
Show of strength at Wagah Border
Show of strength at the Beating Retreat ceremony at Wagah Border #HappyRepublicDay https://t.co/n76lB4aFOo
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015BSF Jawans and Pak Rangers shake hands during the Beating Retreat ceremony at Wagah Border #HappyRepublicDay https://t.co/4IrRTyE3Up
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 Republic Day retreat ceremony at Wagah Border
Republic Day at Wagah Border
Beating Retreat ceremony begins at Wagah Border #HappyRepublicDay #JaiHind https://t.co/cNtLYKSQUv
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 POTUS and PM Modi will address industry leaders in a while from now
A cuppa, then a photo-op
President of India with US Prez Obama, Michelle Obama & PM Modi #ObamaInIndia https://t.co/ErpSOOIxHq
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 Those not lucky enough to be invited to tea watched from the sidelines
The tea party was held under festive red canopies on the lawns of Rashtrapati Bhavan
Chai. Charcha optional
POTUS and FLOTUS with PM Modi and President Pranab
President Obama chats to Mrs Hamid Ansari. Behind them, a glimpse of Air Chief Marshal Arjan Singh, who was chief of the Indian Air Force during the 1965 war. The Air Force tableau at this morning's parade commemorated 50 years of the 1965 war
US Prez Obama & Michelle Obama meet guests attending the "At Home" Reception at President's House #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/oXMerVr2cK
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 It's hard to tell what colour Mrs Obama is wearing - it looks like lavender brocade in certain shots, cream printed in others. But this much is for sure - she's gone floral for the third time on this trip
The Obamas' outfits seem to be somewhat colour-coordinated. POTUS' lilac tie matches FLOTUS' lavender dress
When the Obamas arrived, minutes ago
US President Obama arrives for the "At Home" Reception at President's house #ObamaInIndia https://t.co/QyGk0bslQk
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 Mrs Obama wears a dress and matching short jacket in what seems to be brocade
President Pranab is mingling with his guests, shaking hands with some and greeting others with a namaste
The Obamas shake hands all around. After tea at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Obama and PM Modi will meet India Inc
US President Obama and PM Modi attending "At Home" Reception at President's House #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/f1Ew7OhUdY
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015US President Obama & Michelle Obama arrive for "At Home" Reception at President's House #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/YeondDvMH5
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 The Obamas arrive for President Pranab's 'At Home'
Outfit changes all around - Michelle Obama is in pale mauve brocade, PM Modi has on a red Nehru jacket, President Obama is wearing a lilac tie
Outfit changes all around - Michelle Obama is in pale mauve brocade, PM Modi has on a red Nehru jacket, President Obama is wearing a lilac tie
As India Inc. prepares to meet President Obama later, Rashtrapati Bhavan is ready to welcome him any moment now
"At Home" Reception at President's House, US President Obama to arrive shortly #ObamaInIndia pic.twitter.com/aK5sIQ72ij
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 What Obama saw today - the view from above:
Republic day celebrations in Poonch (J&K) earlier today pic.twitter.com/GatYF4hPTS
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 In Secunderabad, R-Day celebrations included canines in uniform
The BJP's Arun Jaitley and Nirmala Seetharaman arrive for the CEOs' meet
Kaman Setu,Uri (J&K): Sweets exchange ceremony between Indian & Pak Army on the occasion of 66th Republic Day pic.twitter.com/A2oGEiFNOY
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 Moments from this morning's parade:
The big difference is that the private sector is involved in a big way: Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar Shaw on the nuclear deal
Members of US Congress Ms Nancy Pelosi, Mr Mark Warner, Mr Ami Bera, and Mr Joe Crowley, call on PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/ZiCRQDpZtE
- PIB India (@PIB_India) January 26, 2015 This morning, not everybody came prepared for the rain. Ordinary spectators were not allowed to bring in umbrellas because of security restrictions and had to make do with whatever was at hand
Fulbari(WB): Sweets exchanged at Indo-Bangladesh border on the occasion of 66th Republic Day pic.twitter.com/C7jrirgD9n
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 There was West Bengal in this morning's Republic Day parade, allegedly because its tableau representing the Kanya Shree project was rejected. Other states left out from the parade include Odisha, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Delhi, Punjab, and much of the north-east - Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura
The sun has broken through the cloudy skies in Delhi now but here are some photos from the rain-soaked morning:
Not just the Obamas, at least one person in their entourage were impressed by the BSF stunt riders too
Happy Republic Day to our Indian friends. These motorcycle guys were awesome! @ Rajpath http://t.co/HNYMBwIIHy
- Kal Penn (@kalpenn) January 26, 2015 President Obama and PM Modi will address a gathering of 17 CEOs later today. The Ambanis will be at the meeting as will Gautam Adani, Anand Mahindra, Sunil Mittal, Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, Hari Bhartia and Chanda Kochhar. Pepsi's Indra Nooyi and Mastercard's Ajay Banga will be part of the US team of CEOs
Up close and personal, earlier today
President, PM & Chief Guest, US President @BarackObama witnessing the 66th Republic Day Parade at Rajpath pic.twitter.com/wK3GVSqX5s
- PIB India (@PIB_India) January 26, 2015 Highlights from the parade: all-women marching contingents from the three services; PM Modi's Gujarati-style saafa and President Pranab's wool cap; BSF's stunt riders Janbaz, who received a thumbs up from President Obama and enthusiastic applause from FLOTUS; and the fly past by the Air Force
This morning:
#RepublicDay: a view inside the VIP enclosure pic.twitter.com/eEpgqebKmU
- PIB India (@PIB_India) January 26, 2015 Susan Rice, National Security Advisor travelling with POTUS, tweets:
#India's amazing diversity is on full display at today's Republic Day parade.
- Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice) January 26, 2015From the Oldest Democracy to the Largest: Congratulations to all Indians on your Republic Day. #India
- Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice) January 26, 2015 When it was all over:
Delhi: Tricolor balloons released in the air as the Republic Day parade comes to an end pic.twitter.com/DCJ4zY7a9a
- ANI (@ANI_news) January 26, 2015 The Obamas leave Rajpath. Their next engagement today is an 'at home' hosted by President Pranab Mukherjee
President Pranab leads the Obamas and PM Modi off the stage
The President's Bodyguard is the Army's senior-most regiment. It has been active since 1773
The C-17 Globemaster, flanked by two SU 30s.
The sky is filled with balloons in the colours of the flag
The flypast ends. The President's Bodyguard is waiting to escort President Pranab Mukherjee and his VVIP guests away
In the stands, a spectator holds up a placard that reads 'We Love Obama.' Next to him, a man waves the tricolour
Sukhoi fighters execute a 'Vertical Charlie'
Five Jaguars were followed by five MiG 29s
An arrowhead formation by Jaguars now
Michelle Obama looks impressed, claps vigorously
Now, a formation by military transport aircraft that India has acquired from America
The rain seems to have stopped. President Pranab has taken off his heavy-duty woollen cap
The Air Force begins its fly past with a 'Chakra' formation by Mi-35 helicopters
Acrobatics apart, a 'Seema Pahari' formation from Janbaz and a particularly breathtaking formation of 49 bikers on nine bikes. It gets a thumbs up from POTUS
A display of daredevilry on two wheels by Janbaz, the BSF's motor-cycle team. 49 BSF jawans on 9 motorcycles.
A performance celebrating youth power by students from a Kendriya Vidyalaya in Delhi
My greetings to people on #Republic Day 2015.
- Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) January 26, 2015 Another folk dance from Maharashtra, Lezim. Dancers wave painted wooden sticks, red and gold parasols twirl down Rajpath
T 1747 - Happy Republic Day for the 26th of January !! May our prayers and love for country ever increase .. peace ! pic.twitter.com/ICYDyVErRA
- Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) January 24, 2015 Meanwhile, West Bengal was absent from the parade. This could be why:
Bengal tableaux for Republic Day depicting path-breaking Kanya Shree initiative was not allowed. We repeatedly requested... Life goes on
- Derek O'Brien (@quizderek) January 26, 2015 Students from a school in Saket celebrate Mangalyaan in a dance performance titled 'Kal Hamara Hai'
PM Modi's Swachh Bharat campaign translated into a dance performance by students wearing blue, black and white
