Political News – Newsletter for November 8, 2010

No regrets over accession remarks: Omar

JAMMU – Unperturbed by a shutdown in Jammu on Monday, the day government offices opened here, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he had “no regrets” over his remarks on the accession of Jammu and Kashmir to India that he made in the state assembly last month.

“I have no regrets over what I said. I … Read : No regrets over accession remarks: Omar.

Nervous groom meets reluctant bride: WSJ on US-India ties

WASHINGTON – The US is a nervous groom and India a reluctant bride and the visit of President Barack Obama was “butterflies in the stomach time” as both sides get to know each other in an “arranged marriage” that was yet to blossom into love.

The highly regarded daily Monday said tongue-in-cheek of … Original source on Gaea Times at : Nervous groom meets reluctant bride: WSJ on US-India ties.

Ready to talk, but Pakistan should stop terror: PM

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday said India was “committed” to talk to Pakistan on all issues, including Kashmir but Islamabad first needed to dismantle terror infrastructure from its soil.

Addressing a joint press conference with visiting US President Barack Obama here, Manmohan Singh said a “moderate and peaceful Pakistan is in the …. Source article  : Ready to talk, but Pakistan should stop terror: PM.

Talks with Pak not possible as long as it supports terror induced coercion: Manmohan Singh

NEW DELHI – The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on Monday ruled out a resumption of bilateral talks or a dialogue at a leadership level with Pakistan until Islamabad dismantled the terror infrastructure operating from its soil.

Dr. Singh reiterated that India is committed to resolving all the problems with Pakistan, provided …. Source article  : Talks with Pak not possible as long as it supports terror induced coercion: Manmohan Singh.

‘Humayun’s Tomb Is Spectacular,’ President Barack Obama Says

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- On his three-day visit to India, United States President Barack Obama made a stop at the World Heritage site Humayun’s Tomb on Sunday evening as a cultural part of his trip. The U.S. President visited the 16th century tomb of Mughal emperor Humayun along with his wife First Lady Michelle … Original article on : ‘Humayun’s Tomb Is Spectacular,’ President Barack Obama Says.

PM calls Obama ’sincere and valued friend’

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday described US President Barack Obama as a “sincere and valued” friend of India.

“President Obama is a sincere and valued friend of our country. And our discussions have led to a meeting of minds,” Manmohan Singh said in his opening remarks at a joint press conference here.
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India welcomes US support for NSG membership

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Monday India welcomed US support for membership of multilateral regimes like the Nuclear Suppliers Group.

“We welcome US support for India’s membership for multilateral export control regimes like the Nuclear Suppliers Group,” Manmohan Singh said at a joint press conference with US President Barack Obama.
The prime … Original article on : India welcomes US support for NSG membership.

Obama praises PM’s commitment to peace with Pakistan

NEW DELHI – US President Barack Obama Monday praised Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s “sincere and relentless” efforts to promote peace with Pakistan.

In response to a question at a press conference here, Obama said the Indian leader had both privately and publicly spoken about his desire and commitment to reduce tensions between India and Pakistan.
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India, US ready for strategic ties, says PM

NEW DELHI – India and the US have decided to work as equals in “a strategic relationship that will positively and decisively influence world peace”, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh declared Monday.

In his opening comment at a joint press conference with US President Barack Obama here, Manmohan Singh said the two countries had agreed to … Read this article on Gaea Times at : India, US ready for strategic ties, says PM.

Obama, Manmohan Singh begin restricted talks

NEW DELHI – Restricted talks between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and US President Barack Obama have begun at Hyderabad House.

Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee, External Affairs Minister SM Krishna, National Security Advisor (NSA) Shiv Shankar Menon and Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao were present a restricted meeting between the two leaders.

India is expected to press for visible …. Source  : Obama, Manmohan Singh begin restricted talks.

‘Macho man’ Putin zooms in Formula One racecar

LONDON – Russian Prime Minister Valdimir Putin had a taste of Formula One racing on Sunday when he tried his driving skills on a yellow Renault, reaching a speed of almost 150 miles per hour.

Putin has added Formula One racing to the macho pursuits he has showcased on a long list of action man activities, …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Macho man’ Putin zooms in Formula One racecar.

India committed to engage with Pakistan: PM

NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Monday said India was committed to resolving all issues with Pakistan.

Addressing a joint press conference with US President Barack Obama, Manmohan Singh said a moderate and peaceful Pakistan is in the interest of India, South Asia and the world as a whole”.
“We are committed to engage …. Original source  : India committed to engage with Pakistan: PM.

US can play ‘any role’ on Kashmir, says Obama

NEW DELHI – The US cannot provide a solution to the India-Pakistan dispute over Kashmir but it can play “any role” if the two countries so desire, President Barack Obama said Monday.

Calling the Kashmir row a “long-standing dispute between India and Pakistan”, Obama said that it was in the interest of both New Delhi …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : US can play ‘any role’ on Kashmir, says Obama.

India-US ties indispensable: Obama

NEW DELHI – The relationship between India and the US is indispensable, US President Barack Obama said here Monday after his talks with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.

Thanking Manmohan Singh for a “wonderful dinner” Sunday night, Obama said he had come to India “because I believe the relationship between India and the US is indispensable”.
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India, US to build strategic relationship: PM

NEW DELHI – India and the US have decided to work as equal partners in “a strategic relationship that will positively and decisively influence world peace”, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said Monday.
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President Barack Obama In New Delhi: Meets PM Manmohan Singh

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- On the third day of his official trip to India, United States President Barack Obama began talks with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh over a variety of bilateral as well as other matters. The U.S. President arrived in New Delhi on Sunday afternoon along with his wife First Lady Michelle Obama …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : President Barack Obama In New Delhi: Meets PM Manmohan Singh.

Complete shutdown in Jammu against Omar’s accession remark

JAMMU – Jammu observed a complete shutdown Monday to protest Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s remark in the state assembly last month that Jammu and Kashmir had “acceded to and not merged with India”.

All shops and business establishments remained closed, and traffic went off roads in Jammu city, where the state government offices …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Complete shutdown in Jammu against Omar’s accession remark.

Supreme Court adjourns Mayawati graft case to Feb 15

NEW DELHI – The Supreme Court Monday adjourned the hearing in the disproportionate assets case against Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati till Feb 15.

The apex court bench of Justice B. Sudarshan Reddy and Justice S.S. Nijjar, adjourning the hearing, said the court would take up the matter for final hearing Feb 15.
The apex … Original source on Gaea Times at : Supreme Court adjourns Mayawati graft case to Feb 15.

India-US ties will define 21st century, says Obama (Second Lead)

NEW DELHI – India and the US are the world’s largest democracies sharing “certain values” and their relationship will be a defining one in the 21st century, President Barack Obama said after receiving a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan here Monday.

“As I have said earlier, I believe the partnership between the US and India … Original article on : India-US ties will define 21st century, says Obama (Second Lead).

Zia opposes transit facility to India

DHAKA – Opposition leader Khaleda Zia has come out strongly against the government decision to allow New Delhi to use the Bangladeshi territory to take goods from one part of India to another.

Zia told a public rally Sunday that India would not pay any duty for the transit of the goods.
“Earlier, they (government) …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Zia opposes transit facility to India.