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US for substantive outcome at Copenhagen: PM

NDTV Correspondent, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Obama have agreed to enter into a Green Partnership to address global challenges of sustainable development and a clean energy future. The two leaders agreed to launch a Clean Energy and Climate Change Initiative to make technologies that make our energy cleaner and affordable.

Obamas’ special touches for Manmohan dinner

Rachel L Swarns, New York Times News Service, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

It is an old tradition, a White House dinner governed by ritual and protocol that happens to be this city’s hottest social event. But at their first state dinner on Tuesday night, President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, made sure to infuse the glittering gala with distinctive touches. They hired a new florist, Laura Dowling, who bedecked the tented outdoor dining room with locally grown, sustainably harvested magnolia branches and ivy. They selected a guest chef, Marcus Samuelsson of Aquavit in New York, a U.S. citizen who was born in Ethiopia, reared in Sweden and cooks up melting pots of flavors and cuisines.

Punish 26/11 perpetrators: PM, Obama

NDTV Correspondent, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

US President Obama and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh have strongly condemned the safe havens for terrorists in Pakistan, calling for their elimination. In a joint statement issued after their summit, the two leaders have said they are gravely concerned about the threat posed by terrorism and violent extremists emanating from India's neighborhood. Resolute and credible steps must be taken to eliminate safe havens and sanctuaries that provide shelter to terrorists and their activities. They have also said it's absolutely imperative to bring to justice the perpetrators of this terrorist attack. The two leaders also announced a counter-terrorism Cooperation Initiative to expand collaboration on counter-terrorism, information sharing, and capacity building.

Aapka swagat hai, says Obama at all-Indian dinner

NDTV Correspondent, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

It was the hottest ticket. The Obamas' first state dinner in the White House. As he welcomed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and his wife, Gursharan Kaur, to his home, President Barack Obama said, “Aapka swagat hai.” The theme was Indian, in honor of the guest. The clothes people wore - Michelle Obama's dress was made by Indian designer Naeem Khan. On the Red Carpet, there were many saris - Sanjay Gupta's wife wore one. Katie Couric wore a brocade stole and a Congresswoman had turned up in a salwar kameez. The colour scheme - the purple flowers - were a tribute to the Peacock. The food showcased the best of American cooking and included fresh ingredients and herbs from the White House garden.

India, US to enhance economic relations

Press Trust of India, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

"We have agreed to further intensify our trade, investment and economic cooperation in a way that creates jobs and prosperity and puts our two countries as stimulants of global economic recovery," Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said while addressing a joint press conference with US President Barack Obama in the White House on Tuesday.

Committed to fully implement nuke deal: Obama

NDTV Correspondent/Agencies, Tuesday November 24, 2009, Washington

US President Barack Obama declared on Tuesday that American ties with India will be "one of the defining relationships" of the 21st century as he welcomed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for the first state visit of his administration.

India, America unite against terrorism

Press Trust of India, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

India and the United States have agreed to strengthen cooperation in counter-terrorism with President Barack Obama asking Pakistan to deal "effectively" with extremist organisations operating from there.

US for substantive outcome at Copenhagen: PM

Press Trust of India, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

With just two weeks left for a crucial climate change meeting in Copenhagen, India and US made "progress" on the issue and agreed on the need for a "substantive and comprehensive outcome, which would cover mitigation, adaptation, finance and technology".

Obama to visit India next year

Press Trust of India, Wednesday November 25, 2009, Washington

"India today is a rising and responsible global power. So I believe that the relationship between the United States and India will be one of the defining partnerships of the 21st century," Obama said at a joint press conference with the Indian Prime Minister after their delegation-level and one-on-one talks at the White House.

India is indispensable to the US: Obama

NDTV Correspondent, Tuesday November 24, 2009, Washington

US President Barack Obama on Tuesday welcomed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the White House in the first state visit of Obama Presidency. Speaking at the White House, Obama said: “India is indispensable to the US and the Indian Prime Minister’s visit reflects abiding friendship between the two countries.”

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