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Oct 01, 2014 22:56 (IST)
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.
Oct 01, 2014 21:43 (IST)
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
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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
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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I have set up a committee to phase out all outdated laws: PM Modi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
Oct 01, 2014 03:05 (IST)
It is necessary that the world pays attention to India which has a population of 125 crore people: PM Modi
Oct 01, 2014 03:03 (IST)
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.
Oct 01, 2014 02:58 (IST)
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."
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.
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)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today invited US firms to participate in its defence industry.
Oct 01, 2014 01:37 (IST)
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)
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.
Sep 30, 2014 23:31 (IST)
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.
Sep 30, 2014 23:24 (IST)
United States Secretary of State John Kerry is currently speaking.
Sep 30, 2014 23:13 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Barack Obama at the memorial of Martin Luther King Jr
Sep 30, 2014 23:11 (IST)
We discussed matters related to space exploration: President Obama
Sep 30, 2014 23:08 (IST)
We discussed the peaceful transition of power in Afghanistan: President Obama
Sep 30, 2014 23:06 (IST)
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
Sep 30, 2014 22:48 (IST)
During our talks, we shared concern on the ebola crisis in Africa for which India has committed $12 million: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 22:48 (IST)
We discussed existing terrorism challenges including in south Asia and new threats in west Asia and beyond: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 22:47 (IST)
During our talks, there was great convergence in international matters: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 22:47 (IST)
We have agreed to consult and cooperate on climate change - an area of strong priority for both nations: PM Modi
Sep 30, 2014 22:46 (IST)
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.
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.
Sep 30, 2014 20:56 (IST)
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Official bilateral talks have begun between PM Modi and President Obama at White House.
Sep 30, 2014 20:35 (IST)
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
Sep 30, 2014 20:22 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received an enthusiastic reception in Washington with people lining up for autographs.
Sep 30, 2014 20:18 (IST)
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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.
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."
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."
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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Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers floral tributes at the Gandhi memorial in Washington DC
(Picture credit: Press Trust of India)
(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
Sep 30, 2014 09:03 (IST)
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.
Sep 30, 2014 09:00 (IST)
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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 the US today issued a vision statement "Chalein Saath Saath: Forward Together We Go" that called for a joint endeavour for prosperity and peace.
Sep 30, 2014 08:36 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi with US President Barack Obama at the White House dinner.
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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.
Sep 30, 2014 07:34 (IST)
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:
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)
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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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the Andrews Air Force Base in Washington
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PM Modi is expected to land in Washington DC in another hour where he will meet President Obama over dinner
Sep 30, 2014 00:58 (IST)
Want to Create Neo-Middle Class to Speed Up Development, Says PM Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday pitched for development and good governance saying he wants to create opportunities for a "neo-middle class" that has come above the poverty line.
(Picture credit: Associated Press)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday pitched for development and good governance saying he wants to create opportunities for a "neo-middle class" that has come above the poverty line.
(Picture credit: Associated Press)
Sep 30, 2014 00:46 (IST)
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed economic growth in India and US-India relations in his address at Council on Foreign Relations in New York. To an enthusiastic crowd, he spoke in Hindi.
Sep 30, 2014 00:30 (IST)
PM Narendra Modi Cautions US Against Hasty Troop Withdrawal From Afghanistan
Hours ahead of his dinner with President Barack Obama, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday cautioned the US against hasty withdrawal of its troops from Afghanistan, citing the mistakes it has committed while pulling out from Iraq.
Hours ahead of his dinner with President Barack Obama, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday cautioned the US against hasty withdrawal of its troops from Afghanistan, citing the mistakes it has committed while pulling out from Iraq.
Sep 29, 2014 23:55 (IST)
The interaction with PM Modi has come to an end.
Sep 29, 2014 23:54 (IST)
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My foreign minister is a woman - Sushma Swaraj. My foreign secretary is a woman - Sujatha Singh. Women form 25 percent of my cabinet. But that is not all - the most important thing for women's empowerment is girl child education: PM Modi to a question on the government's plans to end gender violence and gender inequality.
Sep 29, 2014 23:49 (IST)
China and India can talk to each other and solve their disputes. There is no need for separate arbitration. We admit that there is a border dispute but both sides are agreed upon solving the problem urgently: PM Modi to a question on the festering border dispute between India and China.
Sep 29, 2014 23:45 (IST)
I have said this. The process of withdrawal from Afghanistan should be very slow. India and US have worked shoulder to shoulder to solve problems in Afghanistan: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:44 (IST)
Many things connect India and US. One such thing is democracy: PM Modi to a question on India-US relations.
Sep 29, 2014 23:43 (IST)
Rejecting any distinction between good and bad terrorism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today called for a collective fight to effectively tackle the global menace.
Sep 29, 2014 23:39 (IST)
India's philosophy is centered around Lord Buddha and Mahatma Gandhi's beliefs of non-violence. All the terrorism in our country is 'exported' and not home grown: PM Modi to a question on global terrorism spreading to south Asia.
Sep 29, 2014 23:34 (IST)
Food security and trade facilitation must go together: PM Modi to a question on India's stand on the World Trade Organization's trade facilitation agreement.
Sep 29, 2014 23:30 (IST)
The floor is now open to questions from the audience.
Sep 29, 2014 23:29 (IST)
PM Modi has concluded his remarks at the event.
Sep 29, 2014 23:28 (IST)
I have belief that India will develop really fast. I invite all of you to come to India. I have always said this: Tourism unites, terrorism divides: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:25 (IST)
Terrorism can strike anywhere, anytime. It is an enemy of humanity. Terrorism cannot be tackled on the basis of political arithmetic: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:24 (IST)
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A plan to build a satellite to disseminate information for all SAARC nations is on the agenda: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:22 (IST)
Ideology has limits. However, philosophy is limitless. India's universal philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" is what we work with: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:17 (IST)
We want peace with our neighbouring countries. Our government's swearing-in ceremony was the first instance where all SAARC leaders were invited: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:16 (IST)
The key highlights of PM Modi's speech include India's Mars Mission, Make in India initiative and the Clean Ganga mission.
Sep 29, 2014 23:14 (IST)
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We want to upgrade the Railway system. We have always wanted private investment in the Railways: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:11 (IST)
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We want to develop our economy on three pillars: agriculture, manufacturing and the service sector. We want to create a balance between all these three sectors: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:08 (IST)
The world will need a big work force by 2020. India is a young country that can fulfill this demand. That is why we have focused on skill development: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:07 (IST)
There is a 'new middle class' in our country, one which has just come out of poverty and does not want to go back. We have to pay attention to this 'new middle class': PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:06 (IST)
Industrialists Anand Mahindra and Mukesh Ambani are among the audience listening to PM Modi at Council on Foreign Relations in New York.
Sep 29, 2014 23:04 (IST)
Trust is a very important psychological factor. People have begun trusting our government: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:01 (IST)
My efforts are towards simplifying and speeding processes. We want to focus on transparency and e-governance: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 23:00 (IST)
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Our youth has only seen instability. It is time for change now: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 22:56 (IST)
In this election, we had focused on good governance and development as our key planks: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 22:54 (IST)
CFR has shielded itself from bias and has a tradition of presenting all points of view on a subject: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 22:53 (IST)
Five Indian prime ministers have spoken to you here earlier. I'm the sixth: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 22:51 (IST)
For the last three days, I have been in your city. I am thankful to the people of this city for showing love and affection towards me: PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 22:49 (IST)
PM Modi has started speaking at the event.
Sep 29, 2014 22:34 (IST)
In a few minutes from now, Prime Minister Modi is expected to address the Council on Foreign Relations in New York. He will be speaking on economic growth in India and US-India relations.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets former US President Bill Clinton and his wife Hillary Clinton in New York. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj is also present at the meeting.
Sep 29, 2014 20:10 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today pitched for big-ticket investments to develop India's infrastructure and create more jobs at a breakfast meeting with the CEOs of 11 large American companies.
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'We want to convert the Supreme Court judgment on coal allocation into an opportunity to move forward and clean up the past': PM Modi to US CEOs - Press Trust of India
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Sep 29, 2014 18:59 (IST)
'Want to accelerate engagement with India': Boeing CEO to PM Modi
Sep 29, 2014 18:58 (IST)
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PM Modi's meeting with W. James (Jim) McNerney Jr, chairman of Boeing, is seen as a special industry meeting as it comes after Mr Modi's meeting with Nikki Haley, Governor of South Carolina, on Sunday.
At one time, the region of South Carolina was not the best investment destination in US. However, later Boeing and other companies moved into the region in a big manner. Therefore, this is a meeting in which the Prime Minister is likely to make independent assurances about investment plans.
At one time, the region of South Carolina was not the best investment destination in US. However, later Boeing and other companies moved into the region in a big manner. Therefore, this is a meeting in which the Prime Minister is likely to make independent assurances about investment plans.
Sep 29, 2014 18:46 (IST)
Top investment firms have already stated as to what they expect from India in terms of labour reforms, land reforms as well as India's stand on WTO's trade facilitation agreement. Business leaders would also be looking for India's stand on industry-specific problems such as retrospective tax.
Sep 29, 2014 18:31 (IST)
He learnt tough lesson from those who campaigned in US against him, writes Ashok Malik.
Sep 29, 2014 18:29 (IST)
The six top business leaders with whom PM Modi will hold one-on-one meetings are W. James (Jim) McNerney Jr, chairman of Boeing; Laurence D. Fink, CEO of American multinational investment management firm Black Rock; Ginni Rometty, president and CEO of IBM; Jeffrey R. Immelt, chairman and CEO of General Electric; Lloyd Blankfein, chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, and Henry Kravis, CEO of American private equity fund Kohlberg Kravis Roberts and Co (KKR).
In all these meetings, Prime Minister Modi is expected to hard sell India as the best investment destination in Asia.
In all these meetings, Prime Minister Modi is expected to hard sell India as the best investment destination in Asia.
Sep 29, 2014 18:15 (IST)
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Apart from the breakfast meeting, Prime Minister Modi is later scheduled to meet 6 top US CEOs one-on-one.
Sep 29, 2014 18:08 (IST)
'Infrastructure development is a big opportunity': PM Modi to top US CEOs
Sep 29, 2014 18:07 (IST)
'Investment creates jobs, enhances quality of citizens' lives': PM Modi to top US CEOs
Sep 29, 2014 17:56 (IST)
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CEOs of top companies like Google, Goldman Sachs, Citi group, Mastercard and Boeing are present at PM Modi's meeting.
Sep 29, 2014 17:46 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently meeting top business leaders for breakfast in New York
Sep 29, 2014 11:04 (IST)
Sep 29, 2014 10:52 (IST)
PM Modi delivering an address at the Indian Community Dinner hosted by Indian Ambassador in his honour
Sep 29, 2014 10:40 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in New York in the first high level meet between the two nations since Mr Modi swept to power earlier this year.
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'I have a Dream,' Prime Minister Modi Confides to Audience in Madison Square Garden
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a dream - housing for every Indian before a decade is over. On American soil, in a nod to civil rights movement leader Martin Luther King, PM Modi said, "I have a dream... by 2022, there should be no one in India without a roof over his head."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a dream - housing for every Indian before a decade is over. On American soil, in a nod to civil rights movement leader Martin Luther King, PM Modi said, "I have a dream... by 2022, there should be no one in India without a roof over his head."
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Will Scrap One Bekaar Law a Day: PM Modi at Madison
Taking a swipe at the Congress-led UPA, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the earlier governments would keep harping on the number of laws they had come out with, but he has made it his mission to get rid of the "maze" of "useless" ones.
Taking a swipe at the Congress-led UPA, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the earlier governments would keep harping on the number of laws they had come out with, but he has made it his mission to get rid of the "maze" of "useless" ones.
Sep 29, 2014 00:04 (IST)
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Sep 28, 2014 23:54 (IST)
Lifetime Visas for PIO Card-Holders, Announces PM Narendra Modi in New York
To loud cheers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced a lifetime visa for holders of the Person of Indian Origin or PIO card. He also announced visas on arrival for US citizens.
To loud cheers, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced a lifetime visa for holders of the Person of Indian Origin or PIO card. He also announced visas on arrival for US citizens.
Sep 28, 2014 23:25 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a packed Madison Square Garden tonight. To an enthusiastic and cheering crowd, he spoke in Hindi.
Sep 28, 2014 23:13 (IST)
The event has officially come to an end.
Sep 28, 2014 23:02 (IST)
A presentation on the Ganga cleaning mission is now being played.
Sep 28, 2014 23:02 (IST)
Balloons in the colors of the Indian tri-colour flag come down from the arena's roof.
Sep 28, 2014 23:01 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi finishes his speech with chants of 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'. Loud response from the crowd.
Sep 28, 2014 22:58 (IST)
Together, we will create the India of our dreams: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:56 (IST)
Long-term tourist visas will be introduced for US citizens: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:55 (IST)
The PIO and Overseas Citizenship of India schemes will be combined: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:53 (IST)
Lifetime visas will be given to Persons of Indian Origin. They do not need to report to a police station every six months anymore: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:49 (IST)
Mahatma Gandhi never compromised on cleanliness. He gave us freedom. We should give him back a clean India: PM Modi
(Picture credit: Associated Press)
(Picture credit: Associated Press)
Sep 28, 2014 22:42 (IST)
I am a very small and ordinary person. I like spending time for small people: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:41 (IST)
People may wonder whether this is a prime minister's duty, but I have decided to construct toilets in the country: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:38 (IST)
I have also initiated the process to remove all the outdated laws in India: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:37 (IST)
We aim to show our strength by exploiting technology to the maximum extent: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:36 (IST)
If you want human resources and low-cost production, then India is your destination. I invite you to the Make in India initiative: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:34 (IST)
In Ahmedabad, you spend Rs. 10 to travel 1 kilometre in a rickshaw. We travelled 65 crore km to Mars, and spent Rs 7 a kilometre. This is our talent: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:30 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 22:28 (IST)
My strength is the will power of 125 crore Indians: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:24 (IST)
We want to make development a mass movement: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:22 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 22:21 (IST)
PM Modi is now speaking about the role of Mahatma Gandhi in India's independence movement.
Sep 28, 2014 22:21 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 22:19 (IST)
If you look at India's history, so many great leaders have sacrificed their lives: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:18 (IST)
I may be thousands of kilometres away, but I understand your troubles and problems: PM Modi to his audience.
Sep 28, 2014 22:16 (IST)
We have three powers that nobody else has, and it is our duty to identify these powers, present it to the World and mobilise it:
1. Democracy - This is our biggest strength. Even the poorest man went out in the heat to hear speeches
2. Demographic dividend - 65% of people less than the age of 35 years
3. Demand - The World is looking at India: PM Modi
1. Democracy - This is our biggest strength. Even the poorest man went out in the heat to hear speeches
2. Demographic dividend - 65% of people less than the age of 35 years
3. Demand - The World is looking at India: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:12 (IST)
When 125 crore people give their blessings, it automatically becomes God's blessing.
Sep 28, 2014 22:09 (IST)
Friends, there is no reason for disappointment. India will sprint towards development with the contributions of its youth. It is our endeavour to make development a people's movement: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:08 (IST)
Today, India is the world's youngest country with the most ancient culture. It is a divine blend: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:06 (IST)
The world is convinced that 21st century belongs to Asia: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:05 (IST)
We will be successful in fulfilling the aspirations of people: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:04 (IST)
Today, there is an environment of enthusiasm in India. People want change now. The poorest of the poor are now yearning for change. I want to assure you that the government you have chosen will not leave a stone unturned in bringing change in India: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:02 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 22:01 (IST)
Many of you came to India during the election campaign. I could not thank you then, but I thank you now: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 22:00 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 21:59 (IST)
Through your actions and values, you have earned respect in US: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 21:58 (IST)
We play with mouse now, not snakes: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 21:56 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 21:55 (IST)
Our country used to be known as a country of snake-charmers. If not for all of you, if not for the country's youth, there wouldn't have been an IT revolution: PM Modi
Sep 28, 2014 21:53 (IST)
PM Modi conveys Navratri greetings to everyone.
Sep 28, 2014 21:52 (IST)
PM Modi begins his speech with 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'.
Sep 28, 2014 21:50 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has started addressing the massive gathering.
Sep 28, 2014 21:49 (IST)
Raucous welcome to PM Modi at Madison Square Garden
Sep 28, 2014 21:46 (IST)
Both the US and Indian anthems being played now.
Sep 28, 2014 21:45 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 21:44 (IST)
Dressed in a saffron Nehru jacket over a yellow kurta, PM Modi arrives on stage.
Sep 28, 2014 21:42 (IST)
Crowds are cheering for PM Modi as he makes his way to the stage.
Sep 28, 2014 21:38 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived at the event.
Sep 28, 2014 21:36 (IST)
The United States anthem is being played now.
Sep 28, 2014 21:36 (IST)
Various Congressmen have been invited to the stage now.
Sep 28, 2014 21:33 (IST)
Posters of PM Modi are everywhere at the event
(Picture credit: Agence France Presse)
(Picture credit: Agence France Presse)
Sep 28, 2014 21:26 (IST)
A visual presentation on PM Modi is currently being played at the event.
Sep 28, 2014 21:24 (IST)
Chants of 'Modi, Modi' reverberate across the arena. The Prime Minister is expected to arrive shortly at the event.
Sep 28, 2014 21:16 (IST)
While live performances continue at Madison Square Garden, people can see the telecast at Times Square.
Sep 28, 2014 21:03 (IST)
A Bollywood dance troupe is performing live now to the Oscar award winning 'Jai Ho' soundtrack.
Sep 28, 2014 20:56 (IST)
At the same time, a painter was creating a portrait of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on canvas.
Sep 28, 2014 20:54 (IST)
Playback Singer Kavita Krishnamurthy is now performing live along with her husband L Subramaniam, a renowned violinist.
Sep 28, 2014 20:42 (IST)
Indian dancers are now performing on stage.
Sep 28, 2014 20:40 (IST)
There is heavy enthusiasm on the part of audience at the event.
Sep 28, 2014 20:34 (IST)
The event at Madison Square Garden in New York has officially commenced with special performances by singers and dancers. PM Modi has not yet arrived at the venue.
Sep 28, 2014 20:15 (IST)
Narendra Modi, India's new prime minister, will receive a rally fit for a rock star at Madison Square Garden on Sunday.
Sep 28, 2014 19:56 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 19:52 (IST)
A group of distinguished members of the Indian-American community called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday and said issues such as ease of doing business and clarity of decision making need focus.
Sep 28, 2014 19:41 (IST)
Ahead of PM Narendra Modi's Speech at Madison Square Garden, Your 10-Point Cheat-Sheet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is assured a raucous reception as he addresses a crowd from a rotating stage this evening at Madison Square Garden.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is assured a raucous reception as he addresses a crowd from a rotating stage this evening at Madison Square Garden.
Sep 28, 2014 19:37 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held discussions with Sikh delegations from US and Canada.
Sep 28, 2014 19:14 (IST)
Sep 28, 2014 18:55 (IST)
PM Modi's supporters gather outside Madison Square Garden in New York
Sep 28, 2014 18:50 (IST)
Preparations are in full swing at the Madison Square Garden in New York for an event which will be addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi later tonight.
Sep 28, 2014 18:39 (IST)
