Congress party on Monday announced that party leaders Raghubhai Desai and Thakor Babuji Ujamji will be contesting the bye-elections from Radhanpur and Kheralu respectively.

A press release from All India Congress Committee (AICC) today said that Interim Congress President Sonia Gandhi has approved the proposal for the candidature of Raghubhai Desai and Thakor Babuji Ujamji to contest bye-elections to the Legislative Assembly of Gujarat from Radhanpur and Kheralu respectively.

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The by-elections will be held in Gujarat on October 21 while the counting of votes will take place on October 24.&nbsp;

Congress party on Monday announced that party leaders Raghubhai Desai and Thakor Babuji Ujamji will be contesting the bye-elections from Radhanpur and Kheralu respectively.

Congress party on Monday announced that party leaders Raghubhai Desai and Thakor Babuji Ujamji will be contesting the bye-elections from Radhanpur and Kheralu respectively. A press release from All India Congress Committee (AICC) today said that Interim Congress President Sonia Gandhi has approved the proposal for the candidature of Raghubhai Desai and Thakor Babuji Ujamji to contest bye-elections to the Legislative Assembly of Gujarat from Radhanpur and Kheralu respectively. INC COMMUNIQUE Following persons have been approved as party candidate for the forthcoming bye -elections to the Legislative Assembly of Gujarat. pic.twitter.com/OXC6399MP1 — INC Sandesh (@INCSandesh) September 30, 2019 × The by-elections will be held in Gujarat on October 21 while the counting of votes will take place on October 24.

Gujarat by-elections: Congress announces candidates for Radhanpur, Kheralu assembly constituencies

Interior ministers from four European Union (EU) countries will meet on Monday in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malta-to-relocate-migrants-on-german-rescue-ship-233903">Malta</a> to try to work out an automatic system to determine which countries will welcome migrants rescued in the central Mediterranean.

The ministers from France, Germany, Italy, and Malta hope to end the long, drawn-out negotiations that have seen vulnerable asylum seekers including babies stranded at sea, sometimes for weeks.

They take place ahead of a European summit in October in Luxembourg.

The mooted automatic distribution system would only be a temporary solution until the current system, the "Dublin regulation", can be revised.

Its critics have long argued that it places an unfair burden on the Mediterranean frontier countries Italy, Malta, Greece,&nbsp; and Spain.

Italy's new, pro-EU government has moved quickly to turn the page on the anti-migrant policies pursued by former far-right interior minister Matteo Salvini, who closed the ports to those rescued.

After a meeting last week, Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte and French President Emmanuel Macron both called for a reform of Europe's "ineffective" policy.

Countries that did not volunteer to take migrants should face financial penalties, they argued.

Rotation? 
 
At an informal meeting of foreign and interior ministers in Paris in June, 15 countries agreed to the creation of a "European Solidarity Mechanism".

Croatia, Finland, France, Ireland, Germany, Lithuania, Luxembourg and Portugal said they would "actively" take part.

But Hungary's nationalist prime minister, Viktor Orban, rejected redistribution quotas in comments made during a visit to Rome Saturday.

Monday's meeting in Malta will try to decide where those<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/malta-rescues-216-migrants-in-upsurge-of-mediterranean-crossings-221578"> rescued</a> can be relocated -- and whether that covers just those fleeing wars and persecution, or economic migrants too.

France and Germany are reportedly willing to receive 25 per cent of people plucked from vessels in the Mediterranean.&nbsp;

But they are not keen on Italy's idea for migrants to be sent to countries across southern Europe on a rotation basis.

Italy could take 10 per cent of new arrivals - a lower proportion because it has already hosted tens of thousands of new arrivals.

The number of migrants arriving in Europe via the Mediterranean has dropped sharply in recent years. The UN's refugee body recorded nearly 115,000 arrivals in 2018, down from 170,000 in 2017 and over one million in 2015.

European migration commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos will also attend the Malta talks, as will Finland's interior minister - as they hold the EU presidency.&nbsp;

Interior ministers from four European Union (EU) countries will meet on Monday in Malta to try to work out an automatic system to determine which countries will welcome migrants rescued in the central Mediterranean.

Interior ministers from four European Union (EU) countries will meet on Monday in Malta to try to work out an automatic system to determine which countries will welcome migrants rescued in the central Mediterranean. The ministers from France, Germany, Italy, and Malta hope to end the long, drawn-out negotiations that have seen vulnerable asylum seekers including babies stranded at sea, sometimes for weeks. They take place ahead of a European summit in October in Luxembourg. The mooted automatic distribution system would only be a temporary solution until the current system, the "Dublin regulation", can be revised. Its critics have long argued that it places an unfair burden on the Mediterranean frontier countries Italy, Malta, Greece, and Spain. Italy's new, pro-EU government has moved quickly to turn the page on the anti-migrant policies pursued by former far-right interior minister Matteo Salvini, who closed the ports to those rescued. After a meeting last week, Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte and French President Emmanuel Macron both called for a reform of Europe's "ineffective" policy. Countries that did not volunteer to take migrants should face financial penalties, they argued. Rotation? At an informal meeting of foreign and interior ministers in Paris in June, 15 countries agreed to the creation of a "European Solidarity Mechanism". Croatia, Finland, France, Ireland, Germany, Lithuania, Luxembourg and Portugal said they would "actively" take part. But Hungary's nationalist prime minister, Viktor Orban, rejected redistribution quotas in comments made during a visit to Rome Saturday. Monday's meeting in Malta will try to decide where those rescued can be relocated -- and whether that covers just those fleeing wars and persecution, or economic migrants too. France and Germany are reportedly willing to receive 25 per cent of people plucked from vessels in the Mediterranean. But they are not keen on Italy's idea for migrants to be sent to countries across southern Europe on a rotation basis. Italy could take 10 per cent of new arrivals - a lower proportion because it has already hosted tens of thousands of new arrivals. The number of migrants arriving in Europe via the Mediterranean has dropped sharply in recent years. The UN's refugee body recorded nearly 115,000 arrivals in 2018, down from 170,000 in 2017 and over one million in 2015. European migration commissioner Dimitris Avramopoulos will also attend the Malta talks, as will Finland's interior minister - as they hold the EU presidency.

European Union ministers in Malta to create a new migrant system

Australia has lifted a temporary ban on the controversial live sheep exports, with the first ship due to depart for the Middle East this week with about 60,000 animals on board.

The live export trade has been under scrutiny since horrific footage of dead and dying heat-stressed sheep on vessels bound for the Middle East was released in April 2018, prompting a public outcry and forcing sweeping reforms to the industry.

Though the government resisted calls to outlaw the practice entirely, a review led to a temporary embargo on live exports during the northern-hemisphere summer from June to September this year.

Rural Export and Trading WA, an exporter, said that the ship is due to leave Fremantle, in Western Australia state, for Kuwait by Tuesday.

It is expected to be the first of many to depart in the coming months, much to the chagrin of animal welfare campaigners.

New guidelines introduced in 2018 required exporters to significantly increase cargo space for sheep and to ensure independent observers travel on all ships carrying live animals, with penalties for non-compliance including fines and jail time.

But activists argue that the measures will do little to mitigate the animals' heat stress and the trade should be further restricted.

The resumption of shipments was welcomed by the Australian Livestock Exporters' Council, which said the moratorium had meant "competitors have entered some of our markets."

Lifting the ban means "renewed stability and food security" for consumers, they argued.

Live sheep, goat and cattle exports are worth about $1.35 billion each year to Australia's economy, according to the lobby group.

Australia has lifted a temporary ban on the controversial live sheep exports, with the first ship due to depart for the Middle East this week with about 60,000 animals on board.

Australia has lifted a temporary ban on the controversial live sheep exports, with the first ship due to depart for the Middle East this week with about 60,000 animals on board. The live export trade has been under scrutiny since horrific footage of dead and dying heat-stressed sheep on vessels bound for the Middle East was released in April 2018, prompting a public outcry and forcing sweeping reforms to the industry. Though the government resisted calls to outlaw the practice entirely, a review led to a temporary embargo on live exports during the northern-hemisphere summer from June to September this year. Rural Export and Trading WA, an exporter, said that the ship is due to leave Fremantle, in Western Australia state, for Kuwait by Tuesday. It is expected to be the first of many to depart in the coming months, much to the chagrin of animal welfare campaigners. New guidelines introduced in 2018 required exporters to significantly increase cargo space for sheep and to ensure independent observers travel on all ships carrying live animals, with penalties for non-compliance including fines and jail time. But activists argue that the measures will do little to mitigate the animals' heat stress and the trade should be further restricted. The resumption of shipments was welcomed by the Australian Livestock Exporters' Council, which said the moratorium had meant "competitors have entered some of our markets." Lifting the ban means "renewed stability and food security" for consumers, they argued. Live sheep, goat and cattle exports are worth about $1.35 billion each year to Australia's economy, according to the lobby group.

Australia lifts temporary ban on live sheep exports

Giving a boost to the State governments initiatives to transform Guwahati as a gateway to the ASEAN region, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/assam-nrc-final-list-published-opposition-fears-many-indian-citizens-left-out-246920">Assam</a> Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday flagged off the first flight to Bangkok at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport.

The first flight which took off from LGBI Airport witnessed the traditional water saluting.

Industry and Commerce Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary, Chief Ministers Media Adviser Hrishikesh Goswami, MLA Bimal Bora and a host of other dignitaries were present at the occasion.

Nok Air, which will be flying its sortie between Guwahati and Bangkok, has carefully drafted its sorties to enable passengers to reach the destination at Don Mueang near Bangkok in less than three hours, offering a convenient connection to both business and leisure travellers twice in a week.&nbsp;

Chief Minister Sonowal viewed that the introduction of the flight is not just an extension of the airline route but more importantly a futuristic gesture, which will go a long way in reinforcing the cultural and economic ties between Assam and Thailand and strengthening the bilateral relations.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/assam-cm-sarbananda-sonowal-calls-for-implementation-of-nrc-across-all-states-in-india-165006">Sonowal</a> observed that connectivity has always remained a major bottleneck in the optimum realisation of the growth prospects of the region. Keeping this in view, the Central Government has taken up steps to connect six Southeast Asian destinations from Guwahati under UDAN scheme.&nbsp;

On July 1st this year, the first Guwahati-Dhaka flight by Spicejet under International Air Connectivity Scheme was flagged off. The flight marked the roll-out of UDAN-International, pioneered by Assam Government with viability gap funding of Rs 100 crore. In the next few months, flights connecting to Kathmandu, Yangon, Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur will also commence.

Last year DrukAir - Royal Bhutan Airlines introduced a Paro-Guwahati-Singapore flight. The Central government has also taken a historic decision to bring 19 destinations in the Northeast including five cities in Assam under the regional connectivity scheme UDAN-2. This initiative would significantly facilitate regional air connectivity by making air travel affordable for the masses.

The Union Government aims to turn LGBI Airport into an International airport, connecting Southeast Asia. Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport has undergone numerous expansions and renovations since its establishment in 1958. It handled more than 3.7 million passengers in 2017, an increase of 36 per cent from 2016. It has witnessed an annual traffic increase of over 23 per cent in 2018-19 with a total footfall of 5.7 million passengers and 55,066 aircraft movements in the same period.

The existing terminal building at the airport has a maximum handling capacity of 850 arrivals per departure passengers an hour. The work on a new terminal has already made significant progress. This will further boost the growth narrative of the entire region.

The new terminal will be the first sustainable terminal of the North East having sewage treatment plant, solar power, rainwater harvesting, solid waste disposal system and energy-efficient lighting. Once completed, this would generate around 3000 direct employment and approximately 20,000 indirect employments.

Boosting the State government's efforts, Bangladesh and Bhutan governments have already set up their embassies in Guwahati. The 10 ASEAN nations are also expected to set up their embassies in Guwahati soon. The Act East Policy of the Government of India gives new hope for the growth of the region. The newly found confidence of the people in the state can be witnessed in all spheres of socio-cultural and economic life.&nbsp;

As an offshoot of the efforts of the State government, farmers of Assam for the first time could successfully export their agricultural produce to London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other foreign countries.

Giving a boost to the State governments initiatives to transform Guwahati as a gateway to the ASEAN region, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday flagged off the first flight to Bangkok at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport.

Giving a boost to the State governments initiatives to transform Guwahati as a gateway to the ASEAN region, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday flagged off the first flight to Bangkok at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. The first flight which took off from LGBI Airport witnessed the traditional water saluting. Industry and Commerce Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary, Chief Ministers Media Adviser Hrishikesh Goswami, MLA Bimal Bora and a host of other dignitaries were present at the occasion. Nok Air, which will be flying its sortie between Guwahati and Bangkok, has carefully drafted its sorties to enable passengers to reach the destination at Don Mueang near Bangkok in less than three hours, offering a convenient connection to both business and leisure travellers twice in a week. Chief Minister Sonowal viewed that the introduction of the flight is not just an extension of the airline route but more importantly a futuristic gesture, which will go a long way in reinforcing the cultural and economic ties between Assam and Thailand and strengthening the bilateral relations. Sonowal observed that connectivity has always remained a major bottleneck in the optimum realisation of the growth prospects of the region. Keeping this in view, the Central Government has taken up steps to connect six Southeast Asian destinations from Guwahati under UDAN scheme. On July 1st this year, the first Guwahati-Dhaka flight by Spicejet under International Air Connectivity Scheme was flagged off. The flight marked the roll-out of UDAN-International, pioneered by Assam Government with viability gap funding of Rs 100 crore. In the next few months, flights connecting to Kathmandu, Yangon, Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur will also commence. Last year DrukAir - Royal Bhutan Airlines introduced a Paro-Guwahati-Singapore flight. The Central government has also taken a historic decision to bring 19 destinations in the Northeast including five cities in Assam under the regional connectivity scheme UDAN-2. This initiative would significantly facilitate regional air connectivity by making air travel affordable for the masses. The Union Government aims to turn LGBI Airport into an International airport, connecting Southeast Asia. Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport has undergone numerous expansions and renovations since its establishment in 1958. It handled more than 3.7 million passengers in 2017, an increase of 36 per cent from 2016. It has witnessed an annual traffic increase of over 23 per cent in 2018-19 with a total footfall of 5.7 million passengers and 55,066 aircraft movements in the same period. The existing terminal building at the airport has a maximum handling capacity of 850 arrivals per departure passengers an hour. The work on a new terminal has already made significant progress. This will further boost the growth narrative of the entire region. The new terminal will be the first sustainable terminal of the North East having sewage treatment plant, solar power, rainwater harvesting, solid waste disposal system and energy-efficient lighting. Once completed, this would generate around 3000 direct employment and approximately 20,000 indirect employments. Boosting the State government's efforts, Bangladesh and Bhutan governments have already set up their embassies in Guwahati. The 10 ASEAN nations are also expected to set up their embassies in Guwahati soon. The Act East Policy of the Government of India gives new hope for the growth of the region. The newly found confidence of the people in the state can be witnessed in all spheres of socio-cultural and economic life. As an offshoot of the efforts of the State government, farmers of Assam for the first time could successfully export their agricultural produce to London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other foreign countries.

Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal flags off first Guwahati-Bangkok flight

The PMO India on Monday tweeted a video showing some memorable moments from <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/key-highlights-of-pm-modis-speech-at-houstons-howdy-modi-event-251334">''Howdy, Modi'' event in Houston</a>, where <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/prime-minister-narendra-modi-arrives-in-new-york-to-attend-un-climate-action-summit-251367">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> and US President Donald Trump are seen interacting with a group of youngsters.

''Memorable moments from #HowdyModi when PM @narendramodi and @POTUS interacted with a group of youngsters,'' PMO tweeted.

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In the video, the two leaders are seen walking together and having a brief interaction with the young performers who participated in the event.

A young boy then requested the US president for a selfie, for which Trump agrees and pose with PM Modi for the picture.

The video immediately went viral on social media, as the boy was lucky enough to get a picture with both the world leaders.

Soon the users started calling him as ''lucky boy'' on the Twitter.

''So lucky boy to meet Narendra Modi nd @realDonaldTrump,'' wrote a user.

The prime minister on Sunday addressed the Indian diaspora in Houston's "Howdy, Modi" event in the presence of US President Donald Trump.

The PMO India on Monday tweeted a video showing some memorable moments from ''Howdy, Modi'' event in Houston, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are seen interacting with a group of youngsters.

The PMO India on Monday tweeted a video showing some memorable moments from ''Howdy, Modi'' event in Houston, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are seen interacting with a group of youngsters. ''Memorable moments from #HowdyModi when PM @narendramodi and @POTUS interacted with a group of youngsters,'' PMO tweeted. Memorable moments from #HowdyModi when PM @narendramodi and @POTUS interacted with a group of youngsters. pic.twitter.com/8FFIqCDt41 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2019 × In the video, the two leaders are seen walking together and having a brief interaction with the young performers who participated in the event. A young boy then requested the US president for a selfie, for which Trump agrees and pose with PM Modi for the picture. The video immediately went viral on social media, as the boy was lucky enough to get a picture with both the world leaders. Soon the users started calling him as ''lucky boy'' on the Twitter. ''So lucky boy to meet Narendra Modi nd @realDonaldTrump,'' wrote a user. The prime minister on Sunday addressed the Indian diaspora in Houston's "Howdy, Modi" event in the presence of US President Donald Trump.

'Howdy, Modi' in Houston: Young boy clicks selfie with PM Modi, US President Donald trump

Most Asian share markets slipped on Monday as investors waited for more clarity on the Sino-US trade talks after recent negotiations, while oil gained more than 1 per cent as Middle East tensions remained elevated.

Analysts said investor sentiment was fragile with civil unrest in Hong Kong, tensions in the Middle East and worries over whether the United States and China would sign a trade deal soon. Moves were further exaggerated by low volumes as Japanese markets were shut for a public holiday.

Chinese shares opened in the negative territory, with the blue-chip index down 1.5 per cent. Hong Kong's Hang Seng index was 0.8 per cent weaker after a weekend of sometimes violent protests that saw pro-democracy activists vandalise a railway station and shopping mall.

South Korea's Kospi was a touch weaker after disappointing trade data while Australian and New Zealand shares bucked the trend and were both about 0.3% higher.

That left MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan down 0.3 per cent&nbsp;at 509.94 points. It is still up more than 3 per cent&nbsp;so far in September.

"There are real concerns about the impact on economies from the trade dispute," said Michael McCarthy, Sydney-based strategist at CMC Markets. "People are probably getting an idea that this will be a long negotiation. And the longer it lingers the more impact it will have economically", he added.

E-mini futures for US S&amp;P 500 and the Dow, however, climbed nearly 0.4 per cent each.

Over the weekend, the US&nbsp;Trade Representative's office issued a brief statement characterising the two days of talks with China as "productive." It added that a principal-level trade meeting in Washington would take place in October, as previously planned.

China's Commerce Ministry, in a brief statement, described the talks as "constructive", and said they had also had a good discussion on "detailed arrangements" for the high-level talks in October.

Additionally, the United States removed tariffs from more than 400 Chinese products in response to requests from US companies.

Despite the improved tone, markets still remain unconvinced about the possibility of deal soon.

Investors were rattled by news on Friday that Chinese officials unexpectedly cancelled a visit to US&nbsp;farms this week following their two days of negotiations in Washington.

One Shanghai-based analyst at Tebon Securities said the cancellation had hit investor sentiment and could be a major drag on Chinese A-shares in the near-term.

News that five Yemeni civilians were killed in airstrikes by the Saudi-led coalition further soured investor appetite.

Oil Shock

Mideast tensions and worries about oil supplies helped Brent crude futures jump 1 per cent, or 64 cents, to $64.92 a barrel, while U.S. crude futures rose 0.98 per cent, or 57 cents, to $58.66 a barrel.

The Pentagon has ordered additional troops to be deployed in the Gulf region to strengthen Saudi Arabia's air and missile defences following an attack on Saudi oil facilities.

US&nbsp;Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Sunday the additional troops are for "deterrence and defence" and Washington aimed to avoid war with Iran.

Markets will closely watch September manufacturing activity surveys due from the United States and European Union later in the day for any signs of a rebound.

Action in currency markets was muted.

The dollar gained 0.14 per cent against the safe-haven Japanese Yen to 107.69 after easing 0.5 per cent last week. The risk-sensitive Australian dollar was up 0.24 per cent&nbsp;at $0.6780.

The euro was a shade higher as was the British pound. That left the dollar index slightly weaker at 98.449.

With risk appetite waning, spot gold pared early losses to be flat at $1,516.39 an ounce.

Most Asian share markets slipped on Monday as investors waited for more clarity on the Sino-US trade talks after recent negotiations, while oil gained more than 1 per cent as Middle East tensions remained elevated.

Most Asian share markets slipped on Monday as investors waited for more clarity on the Sino-US trade talks after recent negotiations, while oil gained more than 1 per cent as Middle East tensions remained elevated. Analysts said investor sentiment was fragile with civil unrest in Hong Kong, tensions in the Middle East and worries over whether the United States and China would sign a trade deal soon. Moves were further exaggerated by low volumes as Japanese markets were shut for a public holiday. Chinese shares opened in the negative territory, with the blue-chip index down 1.5 per cent. Hong Kong's Hang Seng index was 0.8 per cent weaker after a weekend of sometimes violent protests that saw pro-democracy activists vandalise a railway station and shopping mall. South Korea's Kospi was a touch weaker after disappointing trade data while Australian and New Zealand shares bucked the trend and were both about 0.3% higher. That left MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan down 0.3 per cent at 509.94 points. It is still up more than 3 per cent so far in September. "There are real concerns about the impact on economies from the trade dispute," said Michael McCarthy, Sydney-based strategist at CMC Markets. "People are probably getting an idea that this will be a long negotiation. And the longer it lingers the more impact it will have economically", he added. E-mini futures for US S&P 500 and the Dow, however, climbed nearly 0.4 per cent each. Over the weekend, the US Trade Representative's office issued a brief statement characterising the two days of talks with China as "productive." It added that a principal-level trade meeting in Washington would take place in October, as previously planned. China's Commerce Ministry, in a brief statement, described the talks as "constructive", and said they had also had a good discussion on "detailed arrangements" for the high-level talks in October. Additionally, the United States removed tariffs from more than 400 Chinese products in response to requests from US companies. Despite the improved tone, markets still remain unconvinced about the possibility of deal soon. Investors were rattled by news on Friday that Chinese officials unexpectedly cancelled a visit to US farms this week following their two days of negotiations in Washington. One Shanghai-based analyst at Tebon Securities said the cancellation had hit investor sentiment and could be a major drag on Chinese A-shares in the near-term. News that five Yemeni civilians were killed in airstrikes by the Saudi-led coalition further soured investor appetite. Oil Shock Mideast tensions and worries about oil supplies helped Brent crude futures jump 1 per cent, or 64 cents, to $64.92 a barrel, while U.S. crude futures rose 0.98 per cent, or 57 cents, to $58.66 a barrel. The Pentagon has ordered additional troops to be deployed in the Gulf region to strengthen Saudi Arabia's air and missile defences following an attack on Saudi oil facilities. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Sunday the additional troops are for "deterrence and defence" and Washington aimed to avoid war with Iran. Markets will closely watch September manufacturing activity surveys due from the United States and European Union later in the day for any signs of a rebound. Action in currency markets was muted. The dollar gained 0.14 per cent against the safe-haven Japanese Yen to 107.69 after easing 0.5 per cent last week. The risk-sensitive Australian dollar was up 0.24 per cent at $0.6780. The euro was a shade higher as was the British pound. That left the dollar index slightly weaker at 98.449. With risk appetite waning, spot gold pared early losses to be flat at $1,516.39 an ounce.

Asian markets slip amidst US-China trade war

With a hike of Rs 0.29, the price of petrol on Monday jumped to Rs 73.91 in the National Capital Region.

Earlier, petrol was being sold at Rs 73.62 in Delhi.

The oil prices surged by more&nbsp;than 15 per cent to their highest level in nearly four months after an attack on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities that knocked out more than five per cent of the global oil supply.

However, Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan had explicitly said that there will be no effects on oil distribution and supply in the country following attacks on the Oil Stabilisation Centres of Saudi oil giant Aramco.

"It is unfortunate that the oil stabilisation centres of Aramco have been attacked. Following the attacks, top executives of Aramco have been contacted. Indian Ambassador in Riyadh contacted the senior management of Aramco to ensure a steady supply to India," Pradhan had said.

"We have reviewed our overall crude oil supplies for the month of September with our Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). We are confident there would be no supply disruption to India. We are closely monitoring the evolving situation," he added.

With a hike of Rs 0.29, the price of petrol on Monday jumped to Rs 73.91 in the National Capital Region. Earlier, petrol was being sold at Rs 73.62 in Delhi. The oil prices surged by more than 15 per cent to their highest level in nearly four months after an attack on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities that knocked out more than five per cent of the global oil supply.

With a hike of Rs 0.29, the price of petrol on Monday jumped to Rs 73.91 in the National Capital Region. Earlier, petrol was being sold at Rs 73.62 in Delhi. The oil prices surged by more than 15 per cent to their highest level in nearly four months after an attack on Saudi Arabia's oil facilities that knocked out more than five per cent of the global oil supply. However, Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan had explicitly said that there will be no effects on oil distribution and supply in the country following attacks on the Oil Stabilisation Centres of Saudi oil giant Aramco. "It is unfortunate that the oil stabilisation centres of Aramco have been attacked. Following the attacks, top executives of Aramco have been contacted. Indian Ambassador in Riyadh contacted the senior management of Aramco to ensure a steady supply to India," Pradhan had said. "We have reviewed our overall crude oil supplies for the month of September with our Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs). We are confident there would be no supply disruption to India. We are closely monitoring the evolving situation," he added.

Petrol price up by Rs 0.29 in Delhi

The Union ministers on Sunday applauded <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/howdy-modi-in-houston-indian-parliamentarians-get-standing-ovation-for-scrapping-article-370-251364">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> for the ''Howdy, Modi'' event in Houston.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the prime minister is working tirelessly to achieve a New India and that once again he showed his ability to make a mark at the global stage with his leadership and statesmanship.&nbsp;

''The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has once again shown his ability to make a mark at the global stage with his leadership and statesmanship. Today’s event at Huston was the reaffirmation of his charisma, his appeal and the impact he has around the world, Singh tweeted.

''Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi wants to take India to newer heights in the 21st century. He is working tirelessly to achieve a New India. The manner in which he is moving forward I am confident that this dream would become a reality in the coming decade,'' Singher further added.

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The manner in which he is moving forward I am confident that this dream would become a reality in the coming decade.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was all praise for PM Modi.

''Prime Minister Narendra Modi focused on India’s aspirations, India’s safety, India’s determination to well govern itself and credited all in our Parliament for the farewell given to #Article370. It was a speech for a NewIndia,'' Sitharaman tweeted.

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The prime minister on Sunday addressed the Indian diaspora in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/key-highlights-of-pm-modis-speech-at-houstons-howdy-modi-event-251334">Houston's "Howdy, Modi" event</a> in the presence of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/key-highlights-of-pm-modis-speech-at-houstons-howdy-modi-event-251334">US President Donald Trump</a>.

Often hailed as a people's leader, PM Modi spoke about various issues including sanitation, data affordability, ease of business and highlighted the progress made during his tenure.

PM Modi to meet President Trump again in New York

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The Prime Minister said India was striving to become a 5 trillion dollar economy and the government was laying thrust on boosting infrastructure, investment and exports.

The Union ministers on Sunday applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the ''Howdy, Modi'' event in Houston. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the prime minister is working tirelessly to achieve a New India and that once again he showed his ability to make a mark at the global stage with his leadership and statesmanship.

The Union ministers on Sunday applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the ''Howdy, Modi'' event in Houston. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the prime minister is working tirelessly to achieve a New India and that once again he showed his ability to make a mark at the global stage with his leadership and statesmanship. ''The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has once again shown his ability to make a mark at the global stage with his leadership and statesmanship. Today’s event at Huston was the reaffirmation of his charisma, his appeal and the impact he has around the world, Singh tweeted. ''Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi wants to take India to newer heights in the 21st century. He is working tirelessly to achieve a New India. The manner in which he is moving forward I am confident that this dream would become a reality in the coming decade,'' Singher further added. Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi wants to take India to newer heights in the 21st century. He is working tirelessly to achieve a New India. The manner in which he is moving forward I am confident that this dream would become a reality in the coming decade. — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) September 22, 2019 × Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was all praise for PM Modi. ''Prime Minister Narendra Modi focused on India’s aspirations, India’s safety, India’s determination to well govern itself and credited all in our Parliament for the farewell given to #Article370. It was a speech for a NewIndia,'' Sitharaman tweeted. @PMOIndia @narendramodi focused on India’s aspirations, India’s safety, India’s determination to well govern itself and credited all in our Parliament for the farewell given to #Article370. It was a speech for a #NewIndia. — Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) September 22, 2019 × The prime minister on Sunday addressed the Indian diaspora in Houston's "Howdy, Modi" event in the presence of US President Donald Trump. Often hailed as a people's leader, PM Modi spoke about various issues including sanitation, data affordability, ease of business and highlighted the progress made during his tenure. PM Modi to meet President Trump again in New York The Prime Minister said India was striving to become a 5 trillion dollar economy and the government was laying thrust on boosting infrastructure, investment and exports.

Union ministers Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman applaud PM Modi's speech at 'Howdy, Modi' event

Indonesian authorities have cited failures in the Boeing 737 MAX design and oversight as contributing to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lion-air-crash-cockpit-voice-recorder-describes-pilots-frantic-search-for-fix-say-sources-204511">2018 Lion Air plane crash</a>, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday.

The report into the crash, which will be formally released in early November, also blames pilot error and maintenance issues for the crash that killed 189 people shortly after the flight departed from Jakarta last October, the newspaper said.

The Boeing plane model was later grounded worldwide after an <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ethiopian-airlines-boeing-737-plane-crashes-on-way-to-kenya-with-149-passengers-on-board-202327">Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crashed</a> after taking off from Addis Ababa in March, killing 157 people.

Preliminary investigations into both accidents have implicated the MCAS anti-stall system, designed specifically for the 737 MAX.

Indonesian investigators could still change their findings, which have been shared with the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Wall Street Journal says.

US officials are scheduled to visit Indonesia at the end of September to discuss the report, in which Indonesian investigators list some 100 factors in the crash.

While the NTSB is unlikely to object to the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/boeing-737-max-ethiopian-airlines-chief-rejects-pilot-error-claim-in-us-227998">findings</a>, Boeing and the FAA are worried that the report "will unduly emphasize design and FAA certification missteps," the newspaper reported, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter.

"Boeing continues to support the investigation as the accident report is being completed," a spokesman for the company told AFP.

The FAA and NTSB declined to comment, referring questions to the Indonesian authorities.

The NTSB is preparing to announce "around the end of the month" recommendations to improve pilot and crew training, and to the FAA's certification process for new airplane models, according to the newspaper.

A panel of international regulators set up by the FAA is also expected in the coming weeks to submit a report critical of the relationship between Boeing and the agency.

New FAA head Steve Dickson is to meet with his international counterparts on Monday ahead of an International Civil Aviation Organisation meeting in Montreal to discuss Boeing's proposed changes to the 737 MAX and its eventual return to service.

Indonesian authorities have cited failures in the Boeing 737 MAX design and oversight as contributing to the 2018 Lion Air plane crash, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday.

Indonesian authorities have cited failures in the Boeing 737 MAX design and oversight as contributing to the 2018 Lion Air plane crash, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. The report into the crash, which will be formally released in early November, also blames pilot error and maintenance issues for the crash that killed 189 people shortly after the flight departed from Jakarta last October, the newspaper said. The Boeing plane model was later grounded worldwide after an Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crashed after taking off from Addis Ababa in March, killing 157 people. Preliminary investigations into both accidents have implicated the MCAS anti-stall system, designed specifically for the 737 MAX. Indonesian investigators could still change their findings, which have been shared with the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Wall Street Journal says. US officials are scheduled to visit Indonesia at the end of September to discuss the report, in which Indonesian investigators list some 100 factors in the crash. While the NTSB is unlikely to object to the findings, Boeing and the FAA are worried that the report "will unduly emphasize design and FAA certification missteps," the newspaper reported, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. "Boeing continues to support the investigation as the accident report is being completed," a spokesman for the company told AFP. The FAA and NTSB declined to comment, referring questions to the Indonesian authorities. The NTSB is preparing to announce "around the end of the month" recommendations to improve pilot and crew training, and to the FAA's certification process for new airplane models, according to the newspaper. A panel of international regulators set up by the FAA is also expected in the coming weeks to submit a report critical of the relationship between Boeing and the agency. New FAA head Steve Dickson is to meet with his international counterparts on Monday ahead of an International Civil Aviation Organisation meeting in Montreal to discuss Boeing's proposed changes to the 737 MAX and its eventual return to service.

Indonesia blames aeroplane design for 2018 Lion Air crash: Report

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-howdy-modi-diaspora-event-meet-with-trump-multilateral-engagements-to-unga-address-pm-modis-jam-packed-us-schedule-251007">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> arrived in New York on Monday ahead of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

PM Modi is scheduled to take part in the UNSG's Summit on Climate Change and Leaders' Dialogue on 'Strategic Responses to Terrorist and Violent Extremist Narratives' today.

The summit will be followed by a high-level meeting on Universal Health Coverage. This will be followed by Prime Minister's meetings with the Amir of Qatar, President of Niger, Prime Minister of Italy and the Director of UNICEF.

PM Modi will also meet the Presidents of Namibia and Maldives.

US President has achieved much for the United States: PM Modi at 'Howdy, Modi' event

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The prime minister will address the UNGA on September 27.

The prime minister on Sunday addressed the Indian diaspora in <a href="https://wionews.com/india-news/key-highlights-of-pm-modis-speech-at-houstons-howdy-modi-event-251334">Houston's "Howdy, Modi" event</a> in the presence of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/border-security-vital-for-both-us-and-india-says-trump-at-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251331">US President Donald Trump</a>.

Often hailed as a people's leader, PM Modi spoke about various issues including sanitation, data affordability, ease of business and highlighted the progress made during his tenure.

The Prime Minister said India was striving to become a 5 trillion dollar economy and the government was laying thrust on boosting infrastructure, investment and exports.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New York on Monday ahead of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). PM Modi is scheduled to take part in the UNSG's Summit on Climate Change and Leaders' Dialogue on 'Strategic Responses to Terrorist and Violent Extremist Narratives' today.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New York on Monday ahead of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). PM Modi is scheduled to take part in the UNSG's Summit on Climate Change and Leaders' Dialogue on 'Strategic Responses to Terrorist and Violent Extremist Narratives' today. The summit will be followed by a high-level meeting on Universal Health Coverage. This will be followed by Prime Minister's meetings with the Amir of Qatar, President of Niger, Prime Minister of Italy and the Director of UNICEF. PM Modi will also meet the Presidents of Namibia and Maldives. US President has achieved much for the United States: PM Modi at 'Howdy, Modi' event The prime minister will address the UNGA on September 27. The prime minister on Sunday addressed the Indian diaspora in Houston's "Howdy, Modi" event in the presence of US President Donald Trump. Often hailed as a people's leader, PM Modi spoke about various issues including sanitation, data affordability, ease of business and highlighted the progress made during his tenure. The Prime Minister said India was striving to become a 5 trillion dollar economy and the government was laying thrust on boosting infrastructure, investment and exports.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in New York to attend UN Climate Action Summit

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/border-security-vital-for-both-us-and-india-says-trump-at-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251331">US President Donald Trump</a> on Sunday evening landed in New York's John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) airport for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Security beefed up outside Trump Tower in New York City for the president's visit ahead of the UNGA.

New York Police Department (NYPD) officers, some on horses, could be seen guarding the barricaded area outside the building.&nbsp;

Onlookers crowded the sidewalks behind the barricades on New York's Fifth Avenue.

Trump is expected to tout US leadership and a collective approach to challenges while at the United Nations this week, said a senior administration official on Friday, as Washington seeks to use the gathering of world leaders to build support to take on Iran and call out China over rights abuses.

Trump will meet at least a dozen leaders during his three days in New York.

India has never invested in the United States like this before: President Trump at 'Howdy, Modi' event

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On Sunday, the US president attended the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/usa-loves-india-tweets-trump-after-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251332">''Howdy, Modi'' event at Houston</a> with Indian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-key-takeaways-pm-modi-trump-meeting-at-howdy-modi-event-in-houston-251337">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a>.

PM Modi and President Trump came together to address the Indian-American community at "Howdy, Modi" event at the NRG stadium with both leaders pledging to further strengthen India-US ties.

(With inputs from Reuters)

US President Donald Trump on Sunday evening landed in New York's John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) airport for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

US President Donald Trump on Sunday evening landed in New York's John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) airport for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Security beefed up outside Trump Tower in New York City for the president's visit ahead of the UNGA. New York Police Department (NYPD) officers, some on horses, could be seen guarding the barricaded area outside the building. Onlookers crowded the sidewalks behind the barricades on New York's Fifth Avenue. Trump is expected to tout US leadership and a collective approach to challenges while at the United Nations this week, said a senior administration official on Friday, as Washington seeks to use the gathering of world leaders to build support to take on Iran and call out China over rights abuses. Trump will meet at least a dozen leaders during his three days in New York. India has never invested in the United States like this before: President Trump at 'Howdy, Modi' event On Sunday, the US president attended the ''Howdy, Modi'' event at Houston with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. PM Modi and President Trump came together to address the Indian-American community at "Howdy, Modi" event at the NRG stadium with both leaders pledging to further strengthen India-US ties. (With inputs from Reuters)

US President Donald Trump arrives in New York ahead of UNGA

The United Nations special envoy for Syria arrived in Damascus on Sunday for fresh talks on forming a committee tasked with drafting a new constitution for the war-ravaged country.&nbsp;

Geir Pedersen was set to meet with Foreign Minister Walid Muallem on Monday to discuss the committee, the UN-backed push for which has been bogged down by disagreements with President Bashar al-Assad's government over the make-up of the body. &nbsp;

On arrival in the Syrian capital, Pedersen said he was "looking very much forward" to his meeting with Muallem, recalling the "productive meetings" they had during his last visit in July.

The Norwegian diplomat, who took up the role in January, said progress has been made since.

On Wednesday, the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said an agreement had been reached concerning the formation of the body.&nbsp;

The committee is set to include 150 members, a third picked by the regime, another by the opposition and the remaining third by the UN.

Besides its composition, the mechanisms that will govern the committee's work have yet to be agreed upon, prompting fears among diplomats that concrete progress is still months away.

According to the pro-Damascus daily Al-Watan, Pedersen could make a formal announcement on the constitutional committee at the UN General Assembly, which opens in New York this week.

Numerous rounds of the UN-led peace talks have failed to end a war that has <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-1100-children-were-killed-in-the-syrian-war-in-2018-deadliest-year-202550">killed more than 370,000 people</a> and displaced millions since erupting in 2011 with the repression of anti-government protests.

In recent years, a parallel negotiations track led by Russia and rebel backer Turkey has taken precedence.

With key military backing from <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/regime-and-russian-air-strikes-killed-43-people-in-northwest-syria-war-monitor-237768">Russia</a>, Assad's forces have retaken large parts of Syria from rebels and jihadists since 2015, and now control around 60 percent of the country.

The United Nations special envoy for Syria arrived in Damascus on Sunday for fresh talks on forming a committee tasked with drafting a new constitution for the war-ravaged country.

The United Nations special envoy for Syria arrived in Damascus on Sunday for fresh talks on forming a committee tasked with drafting a new constitution for the war-ravaged country. Geir Pedersen was set to meet with Foreign Minister Walid Muallem on Monday to discuss the committee, the UN-backed push for which has been bogged down by disagreements with President Bashar al-Assad's government over the make-up of the body. On arrival in the Syrian capital, Pedersen said he was "looking very much forward" to his meeting with Muallem, recalling the "productive meetings" they had during his last visit in July. The Norwegian diplomat, who took up the role in January, said progress has been made since. On Wednesday, the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said an agreement had been reached concerning the formation of the body. The committee is set to include 150 members, a third picked by the regime, another by the opposition and the remaining third by the UN. Besides its composition, the mechanisms that will govern the committee's work have yet to be agreed upon, prompting fears among diplomats that concrete progress is still months away. According to the pro-Damascus daily Al-Watan, Pedersen could make a formal announcement on the constitutional committee at the UN General Assembly, which opens in New York this week. Numerous rounds of the UN-led peace talks have failed to end a war that has killed more than 370,000 people and displaced millions since erupting in 2011 with the repression of anti-government protests. In recent years, a parallel negotiations track led by Russia and rebel backer Turkey has taken precedence. With key military backing from Russia, Assad's forces have retaken large parts of Syria from rebels and jihadists since 2015, and now control around 60 percent of the country.

UN Syria envoy arrives in Damascus for fresh talks on forming committee tasked with drafting new constitution

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