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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and wife Becky arrive at Palam Air Station in New Delhi, India, Feb. 26, 2008. Gates is in India to meet with the Indian prime minister and minister of external affairs.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and wife Becky arrive at Palam Air Station in New Delhi, India, Feb. 26, 2008. Gates is in India to meet with the Indian prime minister and minister of external affairs.

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