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India-US moving towards commercial cooperation on nuclear deal, says Modi in joint address with Obama

Written By DNA Web Team | Updated: Jan 25, 2015, 05:34 PM IST

India and US have achieved a breakthrough on operationalising the nuclear deal.

17:34 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Modi sleeps even less than I do, quips Obama.

The affections between leaders can be translated into action in important matters: Obama

Apart from the personal friendship, our camaraderie reflects the bonhomie between Indians and Americans. We have shared values and we reflect these values: Obama

PM Modi caused great excitement in the US when he visited us: Obama


17:28 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Our friendship has brought New Delhi and Washington closer: Modi on Obama

Relations between countries depend on the cooperation, goodwill and chemistry between two leaders, says Modi in response to a question about tete-a-tete talks.

17:24 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Climate change and global warning is a major pressure on all countries and governments: Modi

When we think about a better world for the future, there is pressure: Modi

The agreement between US and China does not impose any pressure on us: Modi

17:20 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

We will continue to go after high risk targets in Yemen. We are concerned about the fragile government in Yemen, says Obama.

We cannot engage in a military conflict with Russia over Ukraine: Obama

We have no interest in seeing Russia weakened or its economy in shambles: President Obama

Obama attacks Russia in response to a question about Ukraine, says we cannot let big countries bully small ones. Modi looks on.

17:11 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Obama says he looks forward to the Republic Day ceremony and to speaking to the Indian people directly. We have a new and unprecedented opportunity to deepen ties: Obama

I thank PM Modi for India's efforts in the fight against terror, in Afghanistan and in restraining Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon: Obama

We agreed to new defence and security cooperation. We will produce new defence technology and have agreed to a new vision for the Asia-Pacific: Obama

We have agreed to continue to pursue export reforms, to promote clean energy and confront climate change: Obam

Trade between India and US increased 60% over the last three years: Obama

We need more of 'Chai Pe Charcha' in the White House: Obama

I was proud to welcome you to US last time, you were treated like a Hollywood star by the people, Obama tells Modi.

We believe a strong relationship with India is essential to prosperity of both countries: Obama

17:00 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

A hotline will be established between Obama and myself and the National Security Advisers: Modi

We agreed to enhance our partnership in renewable energy. I asked Obama to lead efforts in making renewable energy cheap and accessible: Modi

We will resume discussions on social security agreement. We believe renewable energy is a major priority: Modi

A strong economic relationship is essential for better Indo-US ties. Economic climate in both India and US are improving: Modi

We will take our maritime cooperation to a new level. We need a comprehensive global strategy to tackle terror: Modi

We decided to take our defence cooperation to a new level. We will pursue cooperation in advanced defence technology: Modi

Six years after we signed a bilateral agreement, we are moving towards commercial cooperation: Modi

Civil nuclear agreement was the centrepiece of our transformed relationship: Modi

In the last few months, I see a new energy in Indo-US engagment: Modi

We have to convert a good start into lasting progress: Modi

Success of Indo-US partnership important for progress: Modi

Indo-US partnership has become even more relevant in the digital age: Modi

Our two nations are ready to step forward to accept responsibility and shape the future of the country: Modi at joint address.

16:22 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

TV reports suggest that India and US have achieved a breakthrough on operationalising the nuclear deal. 

15:27 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Prakash Javadekar says positive development on climate change issue likely in joint statement.

Reports suggest a joint statement will soon be made by Modi and Obama.

Announcement on nuclear deal is likely at joint statement

Meanwhile, here's the menu for Modi and Obama's lunch. Quite sumptuous:

15:00 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Tea now underway at Hyderabad House as Modi and Obama chat.

Special shamiana in place for talks, PM Modi presents the 'official report of the Constituent Assembly debates' to President Obama.

Nuclear deal, climate change and defence cooperation are on top of the agenda. 

Also Read: Barack Obama to witness India's military might, cultural diversity on Republic Day

Michelle Obama wears Indian designer Bibhu Mohapatra's outfit

 

13:10 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Obama-Modi 'Walk and Talk' ongoing at Hyderabad House.

Obama arrives at Hyderabad House to hold formal talks with Narendra Modi; N-deal issue may be discussed today.

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12:50 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Obama visits Rajghat, pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi

Barack Obama laid a wreath and offered floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at his samadhi.

President Barack Obama planted a peepal tree in Rajghat garden. Obama is the fourth US president after Dwight Eisenhower, George Bush and Bill Clinton to visit Rajghat.

12:32 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Ceremonial reception over, Obama now heads to Rajghat

After receiving a guard of honour, Obama was introduced to cabinet ministers and senior leaders of Indian politics. Says it is a 'great honour to be back in India'.

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12:11 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Barack Obama has arrived at Rashtrapati Bhavan for the ceremonial reception.

Meanwhile, here's all you need to know about the unprecedented security arrangements for Obama.

Also Read: Woman officer Pooja Thakur leads guard of honour for Barack Obama

11:53 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Susan Rice, US National Security Adviser, also expressed her joy:

Meanwhile, Obama's National Security Council tweeted the following:


11:44 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Rajiv Pratap Rudy on the other hand has welcomed the visit, saying 'I think investment and trade relations will improve, this is an occasion to be marked'.

Gurudas Dasgupta of the CPI has slammed Obama's welcome to India, saying never has a US President been invited for Republic Day celebrations in India. Dasgupta says CPI does not welcome Obama.

11:34 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Guard of honour being prepared at foreclosure of Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Rashtrapati Bhavan will host a dinner for President Obama this evening. 250 guests have been invited, including some very famous personalities.

10:35 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Barack Obama arrives at ITC Maurya with cavalcade

10:27 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Senior Cab ministers including Nitin Gadkari, Arun Jaitley, Piyush Goel will be present in banquet hosted in honor of Obama at Rashtrapati Bhavan

10:11 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Obama is the first ever US President to visit India twice. He last came to India in 2010 when Manmohan Singh was the PM.

10:03 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Obama heads to Maurya hotel. Later there will be a reception by President Pranab Mukherjee.

9:45 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Modi hugged the US President after a handshake.

Narendra Modi at Palam airport to receive the US President

Barack Obama has just landed at New Delhi's Palam airport

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9:40 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Obama will take a stroll with Modi at Hyderabad House after issuing a joint statement. They are scheduled to hold seven meetings over the course of Obama's visit.

9:22 IST Sunday, 25 January 2015

Accompanied by his wife Michelle Obama, Barack Obama is scheduled to arrive at 10 am at the Air Force Station at Palam.

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US President Barack Obama left Andrews Air Force Base on Saturday for his three-day trip to India on an invitation by PM Narendra Modi.

Obama is being accompanied by a sizable delegation that will include several top officials, as well as First Lady Michelle Obama, when he arrives in New Delhi at 10 am, the White House has said.

The president will be joined in India by multiple members of his cabinet, influential business leaders and a host of US lawmakers, including Nancy Pelosi, the minority leader of the US House of Representatives during the trip.

Air Force One, the presidential aircraft that will fly Obama to India, will have a brief refuelling halt over Ramstein in Germany and will touch down in Delhi at 10 am on Sunday at Air Force Station, Palam.

On his arrival, Obama will be accorded a ceremonial welcome at about 12 noon at the majestic Rashtrapati Bhavan by President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Thereafter, he will pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajghat at 12:40 pm and participate in a tree planting event there.

Obama will then join Modi for a restricted working lunch at the Hyderabad House and participate in a "walk and talk" with the Indian Prime Minister there at about 2:45 p.m, the White House said.

The two leaders will then have an expanded delegation level meeting, which is expected to last for about an hour. They will jointly address the press at about 4:10 pm.

Later in the evening, Obama is scheduled to meet embassy personnel and families at ITC Maurya Hotel at 7:35 pm. He will then drive down to Rashtrapati Bhawan to attend the state dinner with President Pranab Mukherjee at 7:50 pm.

On January 26, Obama will participate in the Republic Day celebration as the chief guest along with the First Lady. Later, the Obamas will attend a reception with Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhawan.

In the afternoon, Obama and Modi will participate in a CEO forum roundtable and deliver remarks at a US-India Business Summit.

On January 27 morning, the US President will give an address at Siri Fort Auditorium. The Obamas will leave for Agra to tour the Taj Mahal before their departure from New Delhi.

(With agency inputs)