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PM Modi's US Visit


Oct 01, 2014 22:56 (IST)
PM Modi Reaches New Delhi After Five-Day US Trip
Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to New Delhi tonight after a five-day visit to the United States. Mr Modi had left Washington yesterday to return home on a Special Air India plane after a brief transit halt at Frankfurt.
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PM Modi greeted by ministers at Delhi airport. He is back in India after a five-day US trip.


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PM Modi concludes his speech. His speech gets a standing ovation from the audience. (Highlights of Speech)


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Thank you America for inviting me. My best wishes are with all of you: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:27 (IST)
My trip here in the United States has been very successful: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:26 (IST)
We are all together on the march to progress. Youth power is very strong in India. Youth should become a means for economic development: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:25 (IST)
We want to take everyone with us. We want people's feedback on policies to make them more people-friendly: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:24 (IST)
PM Modi now narrates an incident about how a factory was set up in record time when he was the chief minister of Gujarat.
Oct 01, 2014 03:21 (IST)
A government should be two steps ahead of societal needs. It cannot be ten steps behind: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:20 (IST)
The Make-in-India campaign I have started is linked to Digital India. Anyone, who wants to conduct transactions with the government, should be able to do it from his mobile phone: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:17 (IST)
I want mobile governance in our country. Yesterday, we had comprehensive talks with President Obama on digitizing governance: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:15 (IST)
I can say with firm belief, within six months we will ensure that every business that comes to India has an easy environment to work with: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:13 (IST)
I have set up a committee to phase out all outdated laws: PM Modi


Oct 01, 2014 03:12 (IST)
The economic situation of the country should be vibrant. The tax system should be easy: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:11 (IST)
Businesses don't want any concession from a government - they need effective governance and ease of business.
Oct 01, 2014 03:07 (IST)
With my experience of three months, I can tell you that our country is moving ahead with great speed: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:06 (IST)
From an economic point of view, I do not see a single reason as to why India should stay behind: PM Modi

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It is necessary that the world pays attention to India which has a population of 125 crore people: PM Modi
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I am very grateful to you for welcoming and honouring me: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:02 (IST)
PM Modi starts speaking at the Council.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to shortly address the US-India Business Council.
Oct 01, 2014 01:43 (IST)
PM Modi, Obama Pledge to Take Indo-US Bilateral Relationship to New Levels
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama today pledged to take their countries' bilateral relationship to "new levels."


Oct 01, 2014 01:41 (IST)
110 And 220 Volt Systems Can Work Together, Quips PM Modi
Humour and symbolism peppered the India-US narrative on Tuesday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US President Barack Obama and other top leaders in Washington on Tuesday.

Oct 01, 2014 01:38 (IST)
PM Narendra Modi Invites US Firms to Participate in Defence Industry
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today invited US firms to participate in its defence industry.
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PM Complimented on 'Rock Star Reception' by Top US Officials
After Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with President Barack Obama at the White House, the PM, who is fasting, attended a lunch in his honour hosted by Vice President Joe Biden.

(Picture credit: Associated Press)


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It is easy to draw a line in butter, but very difficult on stone: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 23:52 (IST)
In political life, it is easy to take simpler paths. But there are very few people who undertake difficult journeys. Both Vice President Joe Biden and Secretary of State John Kerry have dealt with difficult problems: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 23:48 (IST)
My visit has reinvigorated my confidence in the relations between our two countries. India and US have not only met on Mars but on Earth as well and we are certainly getting close: PM Modi

Sep 30, 2014 23:41 (IST)
PM Modi is now speaking.
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We are two countries who begin Constitution with 'We the People'; two countries that have created Hollywood and Bollywood. The question is what this relationship looks like tomorrow - this is one of those hinge points in history. We don't just share the same founding ideals but also share the same economic imperatives: John Kerry

Sep 30, 2014 23:27 (IST)
US and India are two countries defined by the belief that all things are possible. President Obama often says only in America would his journey be possible and PM Modi's journey from selling tea to the Prime Minister's residence is no less improbable: John Kerry

Sep 30, 2014 23:26 (IST)
'We are never going to be able to top your (PM Modi's) rockstar reception at Madison Sqaure Garden,' jokes John Kerry. PM Modi, standing behind, cracks a smile.


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United States Secretary of State John Kerry is currently speaking.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama at the memorial of Martin Luther King Jr


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We discussed matters related to space exploration: President Obama
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We discussed the peaceful transition of power in Afghanistan: President Obama
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We need to address the concerns of poorest of poor in India: US President Barack Obama


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We are both committed to helping Afghanistan and improving our coordination in this area. I look forward to receiving President Obama and his family in India at a convenient time: PM Modi

Sep 30, 2014 22:51 (IST)
We are serious about resolution of issues on both sides to enable civil nuclear energy cooperation to take off. We want to welcome US defence companies: PM Modi

Sep 30, 2014 22:49 (IST)
United States is key to our 'look east, link west' policy: PM Modi
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During our talks, we shared concern on the ebola crisis in Africa for which India has committed  $12 million: PM Modi
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We discussed existing terrorism challenges including in south Asia and new threats in west Asia and beyond: PM Modi
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During our talks, there was great convergence in international matters: PM Modi
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We have agreed to consult and cooperate on climate change - an area of strong priority for both nations: PM Modi
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We had open discussions on WTO issues. India supports trade facilitation but we want a solution that would take care of our concerns on food security as well: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 22:45 (IST)
In India, we have laid emphasis on changing both policy and processes that would ease doing business in India. I believe India-US economic partnership will grow rapidly in the coming years: PM Modi

Sep 30, 2014 22:44 (IST)
My conversation with President Obama has reinforced my conviction that India and US are natural partners: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 22:43 (IST)
PM Modi is currently making a brief statement after talks with President Obama. A joint press briefing is expected later.
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Discussions between the two leaders are currently underway in a restricted format.


Sep 30, 2014 22:18 (IST)
A joint press briefing on the bilateral talks between PM Modi and US President Obama expected soon. Discussion between the two leaders have gone on for more than an hour now.
Sep 30, 2014 22:03 (IST)
PM Narendra Modi, President Barack Obama Hold Bilateral Talks at the White House: 10 Developments
Prime Minister Narendra Modi drove into the West Wing of the White House through a US military colour guard in a black sports utility vehicle with US and Indian flags flying from the fenders.


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Official bilateral talks have begun between PM Modi and President Obama at White House.
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PM Modi and US President Barack Obama are expected to discuss a wide range of issues including economic and strategic partnerships. Typically, visiting heads of state spend just a portion of a day at the White House meeting with President Obama and other US leaders. The second day of attention from President Obama is rare.
Sep 30, 2014 20:27 (IST)
PM Modi has arrived at the White House for bilateral talks with US President Barack Obama


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an enthusiastic reception in Washington with people lining up for autographs.


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama will hold bilateral talks shortly.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj posing for photographs with children at the Gandhi Memorial in Washington




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'By Narendra Modi and Barack Obama,' a Joint Op-Ed on India-US Relationship
In a rare joint op-ed piece today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama outlined a shared agenda of taking forward a relationship whose potential is yet to be fully realized, both said.
Sep 30, 2014 18:28 (IST)
In Build-Up to an Oval Office Meeting, a Joint Modi-Obama Byline
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Gandhi memorial in Washington on Tuesday morning, The Washington Post published an editorial titled - "A renewed U.S.-India partnership for the 21st century."
Sep 30, 2014 18:06 (IST)
5 Big Quotes From Joint Op-Ed by Obama and PM Modi
A joint op-ed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama is running on the Washington Post website now. It's titled "A renewed U.S.-India partnership for the 21st century."


Sep 30, 2014 17:57 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama co-author an editorial in the Washington Post newspaper
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Sep 30, 2014 17:25 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers floral tributes at the Gandhi memorial in Washington DC

(Picture credit: Press Trust of India)


Sep 30, 2014 17:23 (IST)
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, along with Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh, have also arrived at the Gandhi memorial in Washington DC


Sep 30, 2014 17:16 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached the Gandhi memorial in Washington DC


Sep 30, 2014 10:04 (IST)
The special edition of Gita gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to US President Barack Obama


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The two leaders broke the ice by exchanging parallels in their political graphs.


Sep 30, 2014 09:02 (IST)
The White House was informed about PM Modi's dietary preferences, said the Foreign Ministry. Here is the menu of the official dinner hosted by President Obama for PM Modi.

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US President Barack Obama with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Prime Minister Narendra Modi


Sep 30, 2014 08:37 (IST)
India and US Proclaim 'Chalein Saath Saath: Forward Together We Go'
India and the US today issued a vision statement "Chalein Saath Saath: Forward Together We Go" that called for a joint endeavour for prosperity and peace.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Barack Obama at the White House dinner.




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PM Modi, Obama Shared Anecdotes of First Days in Power, Joint Editorial Tomorrow (Read More)
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Foreign Ministry on PM Modi's dinner with US President Barack Obama:

  • On dinner with President Obama: PM said please go ahead as per normal. The dinner was served. Obama had food. In diplomatic practice, it is normal to inform about dietary preferences. They were prepared for it.
Sep 30, 2014 07:49 (IST)
Foreign Ministry on PM Modi's dinner with US President Barack Obama:

  • PM wrote an edit in WSJ, we are moving down many firsts. The idea was suggested to PM. and he agreed this would work out. Both are great votaries of digital diplomacy. Very easy to digitally interact through electronic means.
  • Only finalised this evening after PM's arrival here, so couldn't tell you in advance.
Sep 30, 2014 07:45 (IST)
Foreign Ministry on PM Modi's dinner with US President Barack Obama:
  • They exchanged anecdotes of how they saw their first few months in office, that is also a way of understanding each other.
  • On Obama's reaction to PM Modi's gifts: 'I never respond on behalf of another country'.
  • There was general consensus to work together towards (issues like) Ebola and Afghanistan.
  • On Islamic State: They didn't get into direct discussion of any substantive issues, this will follow tomorrow.

Sep 30, 2014 07:42 (IST)
Foreign Ministry on PM Modi's dinner with US President Barack Obama:

  • Modi has brought a special edition of Gita by Mahatma Gandhi.
  • Gandhiji's interpretation of Gita, it was a special reprint ordered by PM Modi (with) khadi. on its cover, silk covering in a box. It was prepared in Delhi and handed over to Obama today.
  • Requested AIR to give a copy of Martin Luther King's speech in 1959 when he visited India, a photo of him at Rajghat, which PM Modi has framed and given to President Obama.
  • A small clip from 1959, a video clip of his  visit to India. All prepared by the Prime Minister's Office and handed over to Obama.

Sep 30, 2014 07:38 (IST)
Foreign Ministry on PM Modi's dinner with US President Barack Obama:
  • When President Obama said 'kem chho', PM Modi responded saying 'thank you very much Mr President'. PM Modi answered in Obama's language.
  • Obama said he had similar experience, he went about focusing on technology and e-governance.
  • It was a 90-minute meeting
  • PM laid out his hopes and aspirations, his development vision.
  • They agreed to take up more substantive issues tomorrow morning.
  • In general there was a lot of goodwill for India and US in each other's countries.
  • India-US relationship among the most important in the world.
  • Both would work towards strengthening the relationship.

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Foreign Ministry on PM Modi's dinner with US President Barack Obama:

  • Both had used technology in their campaigns. Both relative outsiders in Washington. Relative outsiders to capital cities when they assumed power. Both had great interest in technology.
  • Initial disappointments in terms of available infrastructure.
  • PM Modi, when he came from Gujarat, found tech infrastructure  in Delhi not what he was used to even in Gujarat.

Sep 30, 2014 07:29 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and other key US officials at the White House for a private dinner, ahead of formal talks in the Oval Office on Tuesday.

External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin addressed the press after the meeting. He talked about PM Modi's meeting with top CEOs on Monday. Here are the highlights:

  •     He laid down his vision of the future
  •     He said that change required inputs from various sources: investors and citizens
  •     His strategy: he wants investors to invest in India for that change
  •     He brainstormed, got ideas and promoted his vision
  •     He laid out a host of things that have been undertaken over the last 3-4 months
  •     The CEOs wanted accelerated engagement in India
  •     Some expressed views/concerns on the tax regime
  •     PM assured them that he himself would like a stable tax regime, stable tax regime is necessary for investment to flow.
  •     PM met 11 CEOs for breakfast but later met them individually too
  •     They agreed to have a major investment conference in India early next year
  •     If they work towards this plan, they expect an investment of roughly $ 6billion
  •     PM met with Hillary and Bill Clinton
  •     I am thrilled, excited..no one had the vision to build a prosperous India as you did, said Bill Clinton
  •     They spoke at large about the Clinton Foundation
  •     PM also raised the issue of sickle cell anemia, expressed his wish that Clinton Foundation would work towards the rising figures of this disease in India

Sep 30, 2014 06:07 (IST)
'Kem Chho?' President Obama Welcomes PM Modi at White House
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is meeting President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and other key US officials at the White House for a private dinner, ahead of formal talks in the Oval Office on Tuesday.
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PM Modi's convoy reaching the White House


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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets US President Barack Obama over dinner in Washington

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