<p>The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) on Wednesday displayed a banner over the Hudson River in New York. The banner was flown above the river as a gesture of warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his historic visit to the United States.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 20-feet-long banner flying over the river features Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden with the bold caption, “Historic state visit to the USA”, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>PM Modi received a warm welcome from Indian diaspora</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>PM arrived in New York on the first day of his four-day visit. He received a grand welcome from the Indian diaspora at the Hotel Lotte upon his arrival in New York on Tuesday for the first leg of his inaugural state visit to the US.</p>

<p>The Indian community members were&nbsp;seen chanting “Modi, Modi” slogans while awaiting his arrival in the city. The crowd was seen holding hand-made banners, cheering, waving the tricolour and singing songs while awaiting Modi’s arrival.</p>

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<p>The Prime Minister also held a meeting with the Bora community in the hotel.</p>

<p>An individual of Indian origin in the US expressed his profound joy on seeing and getting the opportunity to meet PM Modi, and said, “I consider myself extremely fortunate to have met Prime Minister Modi here in the United States.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi interacted with the members of the Indian diaspora and was seen shaking hands with them. On his first day in the US, he met various leaders, professionals, academicians and CEOs, including Elon Musk, who said that he is a “fan of Modi”. Prime Minister also met American investor Ray Dailo and economist Paul Romer.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>A packed four-day-visit of PM Modi to the US</strong></h2>

<p>On June 21, PM Modi will also lead the Yoga Day celebrations at the UN headquarters. He will then travel to Washington DC and will receive a ceremonial welcome at the White House on Thursday.</p>

<p>US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host a State Dinner in honour of PM Modi the same evening. The Prime Minister will also address a Joint Sitting of the US Congress on the same day.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On June 23, PM Modi will attend a lunch jointly hosted by US Vice President Kamala Harris and the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. He is also scheduled to have several interactions with leading CEOs, professionals and other stakeholders.&nbsp;</p>

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The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) on Wednesday displayed a banner over the Hudson River in New York. The banner was flown above the river as a gesture of warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his historic visit to the United States.

The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) on Wednesday displayed a banner over the Hudson River in New York. The banner was flown above the river as a gesture of warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his historic visit to the United States. The 20-feet-long banner flying over the river features Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden with the bold caption, “Historic state visit to the USA”, news agency ANI reported. #WATCH | FIA (Federation of Indian Associations) flies a 250 feet long banner over the Hudson River, in New York to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his historic visit to the United States. pic.twitter.com/adtsQ0rpVN — ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2023 × PM Modi received a warm welcome from Indian diaspora PM arrived in New York on the first day of his four-day visit. He received a grand welcome from the Indian diaspora at the Hotel Lotte upon his arrival in New York on Tuesday for the first leg of his inaugural state visit to the US. The Indian community members were seen chanting “Modi, Modi” slogans while awaiting his arrival in the city. The crowd was seen holding hand-made banners, cheering, waving the tricolour and singing songs while awaiting Modi’s arrival. Also Read | ‘Very close to breaking Guinness Record’: UNGA chief to WION on yoga event at UN The Prime Minister also held a meeting with the Bora community in the hotel. An individual of Indian origin in the US expressed his profound joy on seeing and getting the opportunity to meet PM Modi, and said, “I consider myself extremely fortunate to have met Prime Minister Modi here in the United States.” PM Modi interacted with the members of the Indian diaspora and was seen shaking hands with them. On his first day in the US, he met various leaders, professionals, academicians and CEOs, including Elon Musk, who said that he is a “fan of Modi”. Prime Minister also met American investor Ray Dailo and economist Paul Romer. A packed four-day-visit of PM Modi to the US On June 21, PM Modi will also lead the Yoga Day celebrations at the UN headquarters. He will then travel to Washington DC and will receive a ceremonial welcome at the White House on Thursday. US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host a State Dinner in honour of PM Modi the same evening. The Prime Minister will also address a Joint Sitting of the US Congress on the same day. Also Read | Elon Musk responds to Jack Dorsey’s claim that India threatened to boot out Twitter On June 23, PM Modi will attend a lunch jointly hosted by US Vice President Kamala Harris and the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. He is also scheduled to have several interactions with leading CEOs, professionals and other stakeholders. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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India has won a total of six Miss World titles. The last title was won by Manushi Chillar in 2017.


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Jagannath Rath Yatra: 5 Must-Try Traditional Delicacies


It is celebrated in the Dwitiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashadha. The biggest celebration of the festival is held in the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha.

Made with rice, lentils and spices Khichdi is one of the dishes that is  offered to Lord Jagannath during the festival and is served with papad and curd.

Malpua is prepared with flour, milk, sugar, cardamom and fennel which is offered as a part of Prasad to Lord Jagannath. 

This is one of the most popular sweets in Odisha. It is cooked with cottage cheese, rice flour, jaggery, milk, ghee and several dry fruits are added to it. 

Khaja is prepared with refined wheat flour into layered dough by adding sugar to it. This sweet dish is also offered to Lord Jagannath. 

Ukhuda is prepared with puffed rice and is sweetened with sugar. This sweet dish is offered to Lord Jagannath in Puri.

<p>Chennai witnessed heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday night and woke up to waterlogging and traffic jams on Monday morning. The heavy rains that drenched the Southern state, forced authorities to call off schools for a day or two in six other districts than Chennai. The schools were closed in Ranipet, Chennai, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, Chengalpet, and Vellore.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the capital city of Delhi, light rainfall was received on Monday that provided some relief from the scorching heat and ascending temperature. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted mostly cloudy skies with the possibility of very light rain and drizzle in Delhi for Monday, June 19.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Effects of Cyclone Biparjoy on monsoon</strong></h2>

<p>On one hand, Cyclone Biparjoy brought torrential rains across India’s western coast last week, and on the other hand, it affected the East in an&nbsp;opposite manner. Despite the southwest monsoon supposedly having covered Tamil Nadu, the cyclone’s northeast movement resulted in a change in wind patterns, leading to uncomfortably high temperatures in the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chennai, especially, was already witnessing one of its hottest-ever months of June this time and it was rendered powerless by the hot weather. However, respite came in the form of a heavy downpour on Sunday night, bringing down the city’s sweltering mercury levels considerably.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Chennai’s Meenambakkam observatory recorded 137.6 mm of rainfall between 8:30 am on Sunday and 5:30 am Monday, while Nungambakkam saw 67.4 mm of precipitation in the same duration.</p>

<h2><strong>Rains also brought chaos</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Many low-lying areas like Velachery, Guindy, Vepery, GST Road, and KK Nagar were inundated by intense rains. The underpass of Kathipara junction connecting the Grand Southern Trunk road, Inner Ring road, Anna Salai and Mount- Poonamallee road was also flooded with less than 3 feet of rainwater.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from all the expected traffic congestion, commuters also faced flooded runways and clogged roads that led to 10 flights that were supposed to land in Chennai getting diverted to the Bengaluru airport in the wee hours on Monday. Furthermore, 17 international flights were also delayed due to the inclement weather.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>More rains predicted in next few days</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Meanwhile, Chennai, along with some other neighbouring districts like Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Ariyalur, and Perambalur is in for more heavy rains (64.5 mm-115.5 mm) on Monday.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon has further advanced into the hinterlands, says IMD. "Southwest monsoon has further advanced into some more parts of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, West Central &amp; Northwest Bay of Bengal; some parts of Gangetic West Bengal &amp; Jharkhand; some more parts of Bihar &amp; remaining parts of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal &amp; Sikkim today, the 19th June," says IMD.</p>

<h2><strong>Weather Forecast: East India</strong></h2>

<p>Following incessant rain, a rise in water level was witnessed in the Brahmaputra river in Assam. Meanwhile, the flood situation in Assam’s Lakhimpur remains grim.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Assam too, many rivers are rising up following incessant rain and a few districts have been affected in the first spell of the flood, the state government is ready to deal with any kind of situation and directed all districts to be alert.&nbsp;<br />
The Assam state government is in touch with all agencies including Indian Army, Indian Air Force and NDRF to tackle the emergency situation.&nbsp;</p>

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Chennai witnessed heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday night and woke up to waterlogging and traffic jams on Monday morning. The heavy rains that drenched the Southern state, forced authorities to call off schools for a day or two in six other districts than Chennai.

Chennai witnessed heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday night and woke up to waterlogging and traffic jams on Monday morning. The heavy rains that drenched the Southern state, forced authorities to call off schools for a day or two in six other districts than Chennai. The schools were closed in Ranipet, Chennai, Kancheepuram, Tiruvallur, Chengalpet, and Vellore. Also Read | Odisha train tragedy: Signal junior engineer goes missing with family after CBI interrogation In the capital city of Delhi, light rainfall was received on Monday that provided some relief from the scorching heat and ascending temperature. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted mostly cloudy skies with the possibility of very light rain and drizzle in Delhi for Monday, June 19. Effects of Cyclone Biparjoy on monsoon On one hand, Cyclone Biparjoy brought torrential rains across India’s western coast last week, and on the other hand, it affected the East in an opposite manner. Despite the southwest monsoon supposedly having covered Tamil Nadu, the cyclone’s northeast movement resulted in a change in wind patterns, leading to uncomfortably high temperatures in the state. Chennai, especially, was already witnessing one of its hottest-ever months of June this time and it was rendered powerless by the hot weather. However, respite came in the form of a heavy downpour on Sunday night, bringing down the city’s sweltering mercury levels considerably. Watch | India: Monsoon arrives after a week-long delay × According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Chennai’s Meenambakkam observatory recorded 137.6 mm of rainfall between 8:30 am on Sunday and 5:30 am Monday, while Nungambakkam saw 67.4 mm of precipitation in the same duration. Rains also brought chaos Many low-lying areas like Velachery, Guindy, Vepery, GST Road, and KK Nagar were inundated by intense rains. The underpass of Kathipara junction connecting the Grand Southern Trunk road, Inner Ring road, Anna Salai and Mount- Poonamallee road was also flooded with less than 3 feet of rainwater. Apart from all the expected traffic congestion, commuters also faced flooded runways and clogged roads that led to 10 flights that were supposed to land in Chennai getting diverted to the Bengaluru airport in the wee hours on Monday. Furthermore, 17 international flights were also delayed due to the inclement weather. More rains predicted in next few days Meanwhile, Chennai, along with some other neighbouring districts like Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Tiruchirappalli, Ariyalur, and Perambalur is in for more heavy rains (64.5 mm-115.5 mm) on Monday. Aslo Read | In the times of instant messaging, this Indian state's police maintain carrier pigeons Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon has further advanced into the hinterlands, says IMD. "Southwest monsoon has further advanced into some more parts of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, West Central & Northwest Bay of Bengal; some parts of Gangetic West Bengal & Jharkhand; some more parts of Bihar & remaining parts of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim today, the 19th June," says IMD. Weather Forecast: East India Following incessant rain, a rise in water level was witnessed in the Brahmaputra river in Assam. Meanwhile, the flood situation in Assam’s Lakhimpur remains grim. In Assam too, many rivers are rising up following incessant rain and a few districts have been affected in the first spell of the flood, the state government is ready to deal with any kind of situation and directed all districts to be alert. The Assam state government is in touch with all agencies including Indian Army, Indian Air Force and NDRF to tackle the emergency situation. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Knee-to-chest pose: If you are at the start of your period, this is a great pose to offer some relief without requiring too much active movement.

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<p>Ravi Sinha, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) of the Chhattisgarh cadre, was appointed as the new chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) on Monday, June 19. He will be succeeding incumbent Samant Goel, whose tenure ends on June 30. Sinha will have a two-year tenure.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A government order stated, “The Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Rajiv Sinha, IPS, special secretary, Cabinet Secretariat, as Secretary, Research and Analysis Wing vice Samant Goel on completion of his tenure on June 30, 2023, for a tenure of two years from the date of assumption of the charge of the post, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.”</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Ravi Sinha,&nbsp;the newly appointed RAW chief?</strong></h2>

<p>Ravi Sinha is a 1988 batch pass-out&nbsp;IPS officer from the Chhattisgarh cadre. He has been serving as the head of the operational division in RAW for the last seven years. His contribution to introducing and advocating for the use of modern technology in the field of intelligence collection has been hailed by the agency as well as the officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sinha is reportedly well-versed in the issues and topics of Jammu and Kashmir, the Northeast and Left Wing Extremism (LWE).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Among his colleagues, he is recognized as an officer with experience and expertise in intelligence gathering and a person who has knowledge about various other fields.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Samant Goel</strong></h2>

<p>The current RAW chief, Samant Kumar Goel, was appointed as chief on 26 June 2019, replacing Anil Dhasmana. He is an IPS officer and belongs to the Punjab cadre. Goel&nbsp;was involved in the planning of the Balakot air strike and played an important role in checking militancy in Punjab.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Goel, a recipient of the Police Medals for Gallantry and Meritorious Service, joined the RAW in 2001. He has also served as Chief of Station, Europe Desk and as Chief of Station in London.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Research and Analysis Wing</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) is India’s premier foreign intelligence agency. It has a number of vital tasks, such as gathering intelligence foreign intelligence, taking measures to counter and foil the terrorism bids planned against the country and also contributing to India’s foreign and strategic interests. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The head of RAW is designated as Secretary (Research) in Cabinet Secretariat. He is under the authority of the Indian prime minister, without parliamentary oversight. The director reports to the Cabinet Secretary, on an administrative basis, who reports to the prime minister.</p>

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Ravi Sinha, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) of the Chhattisgarh cadre, was appointed as the new chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) on Monday, June 19.

Ravi Sinha, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) of the Chhattisgarh cadre, was appointed as the new chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) on Monday, June 19. He will be succeeding incumbent Samant Goel, whose tenure ends on June 30. Sinha will have a two-year tenure. Also Read | India weather: Schools closed in 5 Tamil Nadu districts after heavy rains; light showers in Delhi A government order stated, “The Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Rajiv Sinha, IPS, special secretary, Cabinet Secretariat, as Secretary, Research and Analysis Wing vice Samant Goel on completion of his tenure on June 30, 2023, for a tenure of two years from the date of assumption of the charge of the post, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.” Who is Ravi Sinha, the newly appointed RAW chief? Ravi Sinha is a 1988 batch pass-out IPS officer from the Chhattisgarh cadre. He has been serving as the head of the operational division in RAW for the last seven years. His contribution to introducing and advocating for the use of modern technology in the field of intelligence collection has been hailed by the agency as well as the officials. Sinha is reportedly well-versed in the issues and topics of Jammu and Kashmir, the Northeast and Left Wing Extremism (LWE). Also Read | After ₹85 million heist, a ₹10 fruit drink lands 'Daku Haseena' in police net Among his colleagues, he is recognized as an officer with experience and expertise in intelligence gathering and a person who has knowledge about various other fields. Samant Goel The current RAW chief, Samant Kumar Goel, was appointed as chief on 26 June 2019, replacing Anil Dhasmana. He is an IPS officer and belongs to the Punjab cadre. Goel was involved in the planning of the Balakot air strike and played an important role in checking militancy in Punjab. Goel, a recipient of the Police Medals for Gallantry and Meritorious Service, joined the RAW in 2001. He has also served as Chief of Station, Europe Desk and as Chief of Station in London. Research and Analysis Wing The Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) is India’s premier foreign intelligence agency. It has a number of vital tasks, such as gathering intelligence foreign intelligence, taking measures to counter and foil the terrorism bids planned against the country and also contributing to India’s foreign and strategic interests. Also Read | Indian Army’s Northern Army commander inspects the ongoing preparation for Amarnath Yatra The head of RAW is designated as Secretary (Research) in Cabinet Secretariat. He is under the authority of the Indian prime minister, without parliamentary oversight. The director reports to the Cabinet Secretary, on an administrative basis, who reports to the prime minister. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>After days of humid weather and scorching heat, many Indian states woke up to light to heavy rainfall on Monday. While the capital city of Delhi received light showers, Tamil Nadu witnessed heavy rains and thunderstorms, leading the state government to declare a holiday for the day for schools in many parts of the state.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Schools in the districts of Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur and Ranipet will remain closed on June 19 due to heavy rains. Widespread heavy rainfall was recorded across Chennai last night. Meenambakkam recorded 137.6 mm of rainfall from 8:30 am on Sunday to 5:30 am on Monday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Met Department also issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds at isolated places in Himachal Pradesh. The weather department had earlier issued similar alerts for heavy rainfall in other states, including a ‘red alert’ for Assam.</p>

<p>Automated rain gauges (ARGs) in Taramani and Nandanam recorded nearly 12 cm of rainfall followed by Chembarambakkam with 11 cm of rain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per IMD, there are chances of light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning in several areas of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Heavy rainfall predicted across districts in Tamil Nadu</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The Met department has predicted heavy rainfall in 13 districts, including Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Thiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur, Thanjavur, Trichy, Ariyalur, Perambalur, as well as in the Puducherry and Karaikal regions.</p>

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<p>There is a possibility of light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning in certain areas of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal for the next three days.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Light rainfall in Delhi-NCR</strong></h2>

<p>Parts of the national capital received light rainfall on Monday morning, bringing respite from the scorching heat. The Met Department predicted mostly cloudy skies with the possibility of very light rain and drizzle in Delhi for Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) on Saturday predicted thunderstorms with light-intensity rain in Delhi-NCR.</p>

<p>“Thunderstorm with light intensity rain NCR ( Manesar) Farukhnagar, Kosali, Sohana, Rewari, Bawal, Nuh (Haryana) Nandgaon, Barsana, Jalesar, Sadabad (U.P.) Bhiwari, Tizara, Khairthal, Deeg (Rajasthan),” RWFC tweeted.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the remnant of the cyclonic storm Biparjoy is likely to move nearly east-north-westwards and maintain its intensity of depression during the next 12 hours, said IMD.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier on Sunday, heavy rain lashed parts of Rajasthan’s Barmer district under the influence of cyclonic storm Biparjoy. Severe water-logging and a flood-like situation were seen at various places.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The Depression (Remnant of CS BIPARJOY) over central parts of East Rajasthan lay at 23:30 IST of 18th June about 60 km west-northwest of Tonk, 60 km east-southeast of Ajmer. Likely to move nearly east-northeastwards and maintain its intensity of Depression during next 12 hrs,” tweeted IMD.</p>

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After days of humid weather and scorching heat, many Indian states woke up to light to heavy rainfall on Monday. While the capital city of Delhi received light showers, Tamil Nadu witnessed heavy rains and thunderstorms, leading the state government to declare a holiday for the day for schools in many parts of the state.

After days of humid weather and scorching heat, many Indian states woke up to light to heavy rainfall on Monday. While the capital city of Delhi received light showers, Tamil Nadu witnessed heavy rains and thunderstorms, leading the state government to declare a holiday for the day for schools in many parts of the state. Schools in the districts of Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur and Ranipet will remain closed on June 19 due to heavy rains. Widespread heavy rainfall was recorded across Chennai last night. Meenambakkam recorded 137.6 mm of rainfall from 8:30 am on Sunday to 5:30 am on Monday, the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said. Also Read | Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Nijjar shot dead in Canada's Surrey The Met Department also issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds at isolated places in Himachal Pradesh. The weather department had earlier issued similar alerts for heavy rainfall in other states, including a ‘red alert’ for Assam. Automated rain gauges (ARGs) in Taramani and Nandanam recorded nearly 12 cm of rainfall followed by Chembarambakkam with 11 cm of rain. As per IMD, there are chances of light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning in several areas of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on Monday. Heavy rainfall predicted across districts in Tamil Nadu The Met department has predicted heavy rainfall in 13 districts, including Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Thiruvannamalai, Kallakurichi, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Thiruvarur, Thanjavur, Trichy, Ariyalur, Perambalur, as well as in the Puducherry and Karaikal regions. Watch | India to witness delayed monsoon season this year × There is a possibility of light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning in certain areas of Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal for the next three days. Light rainfall in Delhi-NCR Parts of the national capital received light rainfall on Monday morning, bringing respite from the scorching heat. The Met Department predicted mostly cloudy skies with the possibility of very light rain and drizzle in Delhi for Monday. Regional Weather Forecasting Centre (RWFC) on Saturday predicted thunderstorms with light-intensity rain in Delhi-NCR. “Thunderstorm with light intensity rain NCR ( Manesar) Farukhnagar, Kosali, Sohana, Rewari, Bawal, Nuh (Haryana) Nandgaon, Barsana, Jalesar, Sadabad (U.P.) Bhiwari, Tizara, Khairthal, Deeg (Rajasthan),” RWFC tweeted. Also Read | Delhi Police, FBI bust call centre scam which conned US citizens of $20 million Meanwhile, the remnant of the cyclonic storm Biparjoy is likely to move nearly east-north-westwards and maintain its intensity of depression during the next 12 hours, said IMD. Earlier on Sunday, heavy rain lashed parts of Rajasthan’s Barmer district under the influence of cyclonic storm Biparjoy. Severe water-logging and a flood-like situation were seen at various places. “The Depression (Remnant of CS BIPARJOY) over central parts of East Rajasthan lay at 23:30 IST of 18th June about 60 km west-northwest of Tonk, 60 km east-southeast of Ajmer. Likely to move nearly east-northeastwards and maintain its intensity of Depression during next 12 hrs,” tweeted IMD. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

India weather: Schools closed in 5 Tamil Nadu districts after heavy rains; light showers in Delhi

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from June 21-24 at the invitation of the US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. This watershed visit by PM Modi will start on June 21, where the PM will lead celebrations marking the International Day of Yoga at the UN headquarters in New York. He will then travel to Washington DC where President Biden is expected to host a state dinner. The visit will also include an address to the Joint Session of the Congress on June 22.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>PM Modi has visited the US six times since 2014, meeting three presidents: Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden, but this will be his first State visit. The state visit is considered an honour which is reserved for America’s closest allies and friends.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On June 23, Modi will address an invitation-only gathering of diaspora leaders from across the country at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington DC. Modi’s event with the Indian diaspora will focus on their role in ‘India’s growth story’.</p>

<h2><strong>PM Modi’s address to Indian diaspora in the US: Top 5 points</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>1. Award-winning singer and actress Mary Millben will perform for Modi and other guests at a diaspora reception hosted by the United States Indian Community Foundation (USICF) at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center.&nbsp;</p>

<p>2. Millben will on the invitation of India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, attend the 9th International Day of Yoga at the UN Headquarters on June 21 with PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Watch |&nbsp;<strong>PM Modi's US Visit: Times Square in NYC to witness yoga celebrations</strong></p>

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<p>3. Modi's address to the Indian diaspora will be at a relatively modest gathering in Washington DC because of his tight schedule, quashing the hopes of community leaders who had hoped to organise a gala event, news agency PTI reported.</p>

<p>4. PM Modi is expected to connect with the diaspora community in major US cities. The Indian diaspora numbers have reached nearly 4.5 million in the US, spread across the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>5. Only a select gathering of nearly 1000 people will be able to attend. Indian Americans will gather in large numbers in the US Capital to witness the official welcome ceremony for Modi on June 22, a day he leads a Yoga Day event at the UN headquarters in New York.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Apart from all the symbolism of this India-US visit, the two countries are also forming solid relations between PM Modi and US President Biden to pave the way for closer alignment between the economic and technology ecosystems of the two countries and eliminate hurdles to building more resilient supply chains.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from June 21-24 at the invitation of the US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. This watershed visit by PM Modi will start on June 21, where the PM will lead celebrations marking the International Day of Yoga at the UN headquarters in New York.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from June 21-24 at the invitation of the US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. This watershed visit by PM Modi will start on June 21, where the PM will lead celebrations marking the International Day of Yoga at the UN headquarters in New York. He will then travel to Washington DC where President Biden is expected to host a state dinner. The visit will also include an address to the Joint Session of the Congress on June 22. Also Read | Heavy rains, thunderstorm in Tamil Nadu, school holiday declared in 5 districts; Delhi received light showers PM Modi has visited the US six times since 2014, meeting three presidents: Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden, but this will be his first State visit. The state visit is considered an honour which is reserved for America’s closest allies and friends. On June 23, Modi will address an invitation-only gathering of diaspora leaders from across the country at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington DC. Modi’s event with the Indian diaspora will focus on their role in ‘India’s growth story’. PM Modi’s address to Indian diaspora in the US: Top 5 points 1. Award-winning singer and actress Mary Millben will perform for Modi and other guests at a diaspora reception hosted by the United States Indian Community Foundation (USICF) at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center. 2. Millben will on the invitation of India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, attend the 9th International Day of Yoga at the UN Headquarters on June 21 with PM Modi. Watch | PM Modi's US Visit: Times Square in NYC to witness yoga celebrations × 3. Modi's address to the Indian diaspora will be at a relatively modest gathering in Washington DC because of his tight schedule, quashing the hopes of community leaders who had hoped to organise a gala event, news agency PTI reported. 4. PM Modi is expected to connect with the diaspora community in major US cities. The Indian diaspora numbers have reached nearly 4.5 million in the US, spread across the country. 5. Only a select gathering of nearly 1000 people will be able to attend. Indian Americans will gather in large numbers in the US Capital to witness the official welcome ceremony for Modi on June 22, a day he leads a Yoga Day event at the UN headquarters in New York. Also Read | Manipur violence: Indian Army soldier injured in firing in Imphal west Apart from all the symbolism of this India-US visit, the two countries are also forming solid relations between PM Modi and US President Biden to pave the way for closer alignment between the economic and technology ecosystems of the two countries and eliminate hurdles to building more resilient supply chains. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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