Obama praises Kennedy at fundraiser for institute named after the late Massachusetts senatorOctober 14th, 2009 Obama praises late Sen. Edward M. KennedyWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama said Wednesday there never will be another senator like the late Edward M.
Obama praises Republican Sen. Snowe for 'diligent' work ahead of crucial health care voteOctober 13th, 2009 Obama: Snowe 'diligent' in her work on health careWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is praising Republican Sen. Olympia Snowe for being "extraordinarily diligent" in working with Democrats on health care reform.
India's industrial output up 6.8 percent in JulySeptember 11th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Further signs of recovery in India's industry emerged Friday with the latest official data indicating a 6.8 percent growth in July over the like month last year. Notably, the manufacturing output rose 6.8 percent during the month, as per the data on the index of industrial production released by the Central Statistical Organisation here.
India's industrial output up 6.8 percent, Mukherjee upbeatSeptember 11th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Further signs of recovery in India's industry emerged Friday with the latest official data indicating a 6.8 percent growth in July over the like month last year. Notably, the manufacturing output rose 6.8 percent during the month, as per the data on the index of industrial production released by the Central Statistical Organisation here.
Obama praises his choice for ambassador to Japan for "superb judgment"August 6th, 2009 Obama praises nominee for ambassador to JapanWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says his nominee for ambassador to Japan will be able to communicate directly with him on U.S.-Japanese issues. Obama said Thursday he placed great thought into choosing lawyer and campaign fundraiser John Roos to oversee what Obama called a crucial diplomatic relationship.
Obama acknowledges unease over gov't spending on banks, recovery and likely health careJuly 23rd, 2009 Obama acknowledges unease over gov't spendingWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is acknowledging that Americans are "understandably queasy" about the rising federal deficit and the government spending trillions of dollars. Yet he says revamping health care is crucial to helping the economy.
Obama quickly adds health care statement to Friday agenda as concerns rise over cost of reformJuly 17th, 2009 Obama quickly plans health care statementWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama has quickly scheduled a statement on health care for Friday afternoon as concerns rise about the cost of new legislation. Obama wants to sign a bill into law this year that would slow the rate of health care spending and expand health coverage to the millions of people who lack it.
Obama: Congress must act before August recess on health care overhaulJuly 15th, 2009 Obama praises progress on health care overhaulWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says his administration will push through an overhaul of the nation's health care system and is urging Congress to finish the work before leaving for an August recess. Obama on Wednesday praised House and Senate versions of a bill to expand health care coverage to millions of Americans.
Steel industry to grow this fiscal: MinisterJuly 8th, 2009 NEW - The steel industry, supported by domestic demand and the government's increased infrastructure spending, will witness a growth this fiscal, Steel Minister Virbhadra Singh said here Wednesday. "The industry will see a major recovery this year and will grow at six-eight percent," Singh said at a conference organised by the Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham).
India's auto industry logs 11.5 percent growthJuly 2nd, 2009 NEW DELHI - The automotive industry in India grew at a computed annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5 percent over the past five years, the Economic Survey 2008-09 tabled in parliament Thursday said. The industry has a strong multiplier effect on the economy due to its deep forward and backward linkages with several key segments of the economy, a finance ministry statement said.
Obama's praises the health care industry's pledge to cut $2 trillion in costs over 10 yearsMay 12th, 2009 Obama praises health industry's vow to cut costsWASHINGTON — Barack Obama praised the health care industry's promise to cut $2 trillion in costs over 10 years Monday, taking a sharply different course than President Bill Clinton did 16 years ago in an opening bid to overhaul the U.S. health system.
Health care industry pledge to slow spending leaves questions, criticsMay 12th, 2009 Health care industry makes effort to cut costsWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama praised the health care industry's promise to cut $2 trillion in costs over 10 years, but lawmakers questioned how much it really helps in coming up with a solution for the millions of uninsured. It's "a watershed event in the long and elusive quest for health care reform," Obama said Monday at the White House with representatives of the insurance industry, doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and a top labor union at his side.
Obama expects health industry to make good on $2T savings pledgeMay 12th, 2009 Obama will hold health industry to savings pledgeWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is telling health industry leaders he expects them to deliver on their $2 trillion savings pledge. In a letter the White House released Tuesday, Obama tells health care industry groups that he will hold them to their pledge to get it done.
Obama's Day: Obama speaks on health care and welcomes Tar Heels to White HouseMay 11th, 2009 Obama's Day: Health care, basketballWASHINGTON — Reforming the health care system to make it affordable for all Americans is one of President Barack Obama's top priorities. Obama plans to talk Monday about a health care industry offer of $2 trillion in spending reductions over 10 years to help pay for the program.
Increased fiscal deficit to stimulate growth: Econmic advisorMarch 7th, 2009 MUMBAI - The fiscal deficit will stimulate growth of the Indian Economy, chief economic advisor Arvind Virmani said here Friday. 'GDP growth rate for India can be reasonably forecast after the publishing of figures for agricultural output.
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