Attorneys general for 19 states and the District of Columbia sued <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-slams-report-that-he-wanted-to-use-nuclear-weapons-to-break-up-hurricanes-245753">President Donald Trump</a>'s administration on Monday to block a sweeping new rule to indefinitely detain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shock-investment-urged-to-stem-flow-of-central-american-migrants-245236">migrant families</a> seeking to settle in the United States.

The lawsuit, filed in US&nbsp;District Court in Los Angeles, was the first in an expected flurry of litigation seeking to stop the rule, officially published on Friday, from taking effect in October.

"This new Trump rule callously puts at risk the safety and well-being of children. It undermines a decades-old agreement reached in court by the federal government to prevent the unlawful detention of immigrant children," California Attorney General Xavier Becerra said in announcing the lawsuit.

The White House did not immediately comment on Monday evening.

The new rule seeks to scrap a 1997 agreement, known as the Flores settlement, which puts a 20-day limit on how long children can be held in immigration detention.

The settlement was expanded in 2015 to apply not just to unaccompanied children but also to those travelling with their parents.

Trump administration officials say the detention limits have become a "pull" factor for migrants, who hope that if they show up at the US-Mexico border with a child and ask for asylum, they will be allowed in pending a hearing in US&nbsp;immigration court, a practice the president has called "catch-and-release."

The Trump administration's efforts to overturn the Flores settlement are likely to face more than just legal hurdles.

Even if the courts allow the new rule to take effect, there are also practical problems: paying for thousands of additional family detention beds.

US&nbsp;Immigration and Customs Enforcement has only three family detention facilities - two in Texas and one in Pennsylvania - that have between 2,500 and 3,000 beds, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan said in announcing the rule last week.

More than 42,000 families, mostly from Central America, were arrested along the US&nbsp;southern border just last month. The July arrest numbers are at record highs, even though they have dropped more than half compared with levels seen in May.

Not enough beds

"Even if the number of border crossings doesn't go back up in the fall, all this (new rule) would enable them to do is to detain a relatively small percentage of the arriving families for longer," said Kevin Landy, a former ICE assistant director responsible for the Office of Detention Policy and Planning under the Obama administration.

Without more space, that practice is likely to continue, Landy said.

Shawn Neudauer, a spokesman for ICE, said the agency could not comment on potential increases to the agency's detention capacity.

Congress mandates how much ICE can spend on immigration detention, and the 2019 budget has $2.8 billion earmarked to pay for 49,500 beds for solo adults - but only 2,500 beds for parents and children.

However, ICE is currently detaining more than 55,000 immigrants, a record high, a small percentage of them at family facilities, according to agency statistics.

ICE has also had a hard time finding communities willing to accept the construction of facilities, said Theresa Cardinal Brown, a former policy adviser at US&nbsp;Customs and Border Protection now at the Washington-based Bipartisan Policy Center.

It is also not clear how the family detention rule will work with another Trump administration policy pushing Central American families back to Mexico to wait out their US&nbsp;court hearings there, she said.

Attorneys general for 19 states and the District of Columbia sued President Donald Trump's administration on Monday to block a sweeping new rule to indefinitely detain migrant families seeking to settle in the United States.

Attorneys general for 19 states and the District of Columbia sued President Donald Trump's administration on Monday to block a sweeping new rule to indefinitely detain migrant families seeking to settle in the United States. The lawsuit, filed in US District Court in Los Angeles, was the first in an expected flurry of litigation seeking to stop the rule, officially published on Friday, from taking effect in October. "This new Trump rule callously puts at risk the safety and well-being of children. It undermines a decades-old agreement reached in court by the federal government to prevent the unlawful detention of immigrant children," California Attorney General Xavier Becerra said in announcing the lawsuit. The White House did not immediately comment on Monday evening. The new rule seeks to scrap a 1997 agreement, known as the Flores settlement, which puts a 20-day limit on how long children can be held in immigration detention. The settlement was expanded in 2015 to apply not just to unaccompanied children but also to those travelling with their parents. Trump administration officials say the detention limits have become a "pull" factor for migrants, who hope that if they show up at the US-Mexico border with a child and ask for asylum, they will be allowed in pending a hearing in US immigration court, a practice the president has called "catch-and-release." The Trump administration's efforts to overturn the Flores settlement are likely to face more than just legal hurdles. Even if the courts allow the new rule to take effect, there are also practical problems: paying for thousands of additional family detention beds. US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has only three family detention facilities - two in Texas and one in Pennsylvania - that have between 2,500 and 3,000 beds, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin McAleenan said in announcing the rule last week. More than 42,000 families, mostly from Central America, were arrested along the US southern border just last month. The July arrest numbers are at record highs, even though they have dropped more than half compared with levels seen in May. Not enough beds "Even if the number of border crossings doesn't go back up in the fall, all this (new rule) would enable them to do is to detain a relatively small percentage of the arriving families for longer," said Kevin Landy, a former ICE assistant director responsible for the Office of Detention Policy and Planning under the Obama administration. Without more space, that practice is likely to continue, Landy said. Shawn Neudauer, a spokesman for ICE, said the agency could not comment on potential increases to the agency's detention capacity. Congress mandates how much ICE can spend on immigration detention, and the 2019 budget has $2.8 billion earmarked to pay for 49,500 beds for solo adults - but only 2,500 beds for parents and children. However, ICE is currently detaining more than 55,000 immigrants, a record high, a small percentage of them at family facilities, according to agency statistics. ICE has also had a hard time finding communities willing to accept the construction of facilities, said Theresa Cardinal Brown, a former policy adviser at US Customs and Border Protection now at the Washington-based Bipartisan Policy Center. It is also not clear how the family detention rule will work with another Trump administration policy pushing Central American families back to Mexico to wait out their US court hearings there, she said.

19 states, District of Columbia, sue Trump administration over migrant detention

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd Chairman RC&nbsp;Bhargava said on Tuesday the company had not renewed the contracts of 3,000 temporary employees, as the automaker battled rising inventory amid a slowdown in demand.

Safety norms and higher taxes have "added substantially" to the cost of cars, affecting their affordability, Bhargava told shareholders at the company's annual general meeting.

With India's auto sales declining for the ninth straight month in July, more automotive manufacturers are laying off workers and temporarily halting production to keep costs in check, Reuters reported on Saturday.

The company is on track to meet the country's new emission norms, adding that the company will move towards manufacturing compressed natural gas (CNG) and hybrid cars.

Maruti plans to increase CNG vehicles by 50% this year, Bhargava said.

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd Chairman RC Bhargava said on Tuesday the company had not renewed the contracts of 3,000 temporary employees, as the automaker battled rising inventory amid a slowdown in demand.

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd Chairman RC Bhargava said on Tuesday the company had not renewed the contracts of 3,000 temporary employees, as the automaker battled rising inventory amid a slowdown in demand. Safety norms and higher taxes have "added substantially" to the cost of cars, affecting their affordability, Bhargava told shareholders at the company's annual general meeting. With India's auto sales declining for the ninth straight month in July, more automotive manufacturers are laying off workers and temporarily halting production to keep costs in check, Reuters reported on Saturday. The company is on track to meet the country's new emission norms, adding that the company will move towards manufacturing compressed natural gas (CNG) and hybrid cars. Maruti plans to increase CNG vehicles by 50% this year, Bhargava said.

Maruti Suzuki cuts 3,000 contract jobs

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/zero-bill-for-up-to-200-units-of-electricity-announces-delhi-cm-kejriwal-239900">Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal</a> on Tuesday announced complete waiver of late-payment charges on water bill in the national capital till November 30, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;

"We are announcing a scheme to waive arrears to clean up Delhi Jal Board's books," Delhi CM announced, adding, some of these arrears are due to consumers but some are also due to incorrect billing.

Kejriwal also urged Delhiites to install water metres.&nbsp;

"This is an open invite to the people of Delhi to join the mainstream and install water meters. Only those consumers who have installed meters before 30 November will get the benefit of this scheme," he said.

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Earlier this month Kejriwal had announced that Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus rides for women will be&nbsp;free of charge&nbsp;from October 29.

“On the day of Raksha Bandhan, I want to give a gift to our sisters that there will be free rides for women on all DTC (Delhi Transport Corporation) and cluster buses from October 29, which will ensure their safety,” Kejriwal said.&nbsp;&nbsp;This facility will be available in both AC and non-AC buses.

On August 1, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/free-rides-for-women-in-dtc-buses-from-october-29-says-chief-minister-arvind-kejriwal-243124">AAP government announced</a> free electricity to those consuming up to 200 units a month.

The decision came into force with immediate effect, announced Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at a press conference.

"Those who consume up to 200 units in a month will have to give zero electricity bill, while those who consume between 201-400 unit will approximately get 50 per cent subsidy," said Kejriwal.

The announcements come ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections due next year.&nbsp;

(With inputs from ANI)&nbsp;

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced complete waiver of late-payment charges on water bill in the national capital till November 30, news agency ANI reported.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced complete waiver of late-payment charges on water bill in the national capital till November 30, news agency ANI reported. "We are announcing a scheme to waive arrears to clean up Delhi Jal Board's books," Delhi CM announced, adding, some of these arrears are due to consumers but some are also due to incorrect billing. Kejriwal also urged Delhiites to install water metres. "This is an open invite to the people of Delhi to join the mainstream and install water meters. Only those consumers who have installed meters before 30 November will get the benefit of this scheme," he said. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal: This is an open invite to the people of Delhi to join the mainstream& install water meters. Only those consumers who have installed meters before 30 November will get the benefit of this scheme https://t.co/EgbzUQiVOC — ANI (@ANI) August 27, 2019 × Earlier this month Kejriwal had announced that Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus rides for women will be free of charge from October 29. “On the day of Raksha Bandhan, I want to give a gift to our sisters that there will be free rides for women on all DTC (Delhi Transport Corporation) and cluster buses from October 29, which will ensure their safety,” Kejriwal said. This facility will be available in both AC and non-AC buses. On August 1, the AAP government announced free electricity to those consuming up to 200 units a month. The decision came into force with immediate effect, announced Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at a press conference. "Those who consume up to 200 units in a month will have to give zero electricity bill, while those who consume between 201-400 unit will approximately get 50 per cent subsidy," said Kejriwal. The announcements come ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections due next year. (With inputs from ANI)

Delhi chief minister Kejriwal announces 100% waiver of late-payment charges on water bill

India's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-championships-2019-indias-pv-sindhu-wins-maiden-gold-medal-245549">star shuttler PV Sindhu</a> spoke to WION on her stellar win at the World Championship 2019 on Sunday. Sindhu scripted history after defeating Nozomi Okuhara of Japan 21-7, 21-7 to clinch her maiden BWF World Championships title which she described as "a much-needed victory".

"I am really happy to win the medal. I had been waiting for this for long. It was a much-needed victory," Sindhu told WION's Digvijay Singh Deo.&nbsp;

Sindhu said that she had worked very hard for this title. "World Championship is very special, I had tears in my eyes," she said, adding that she dedicates this win to her mother as it was her birthday.&nbsp;

Sindhu on Sunday made the country proud by becoming the first Indian to become a world champion. This is Sindhu's fifth world championship medal, she holds two silvers and a couple of bronze.

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With a powerful start, Sindhu dominated the game as she won four of the first five points, sending the opponent on the backfoot. She was leading 15-2 in the first match for a moment, eventually winning it 21-7.&nbsp;

In the second game, she won the first two points and further dominated the game. She won the second game 21-7 in 20 minutes.&nbsp;

Sindhu had defeated China's Chen Yu Fei 21-7, 21-14 to enter the finals on Saturday.&nbsp;

This is the second time that Indian shuttlers will be returning with two medals from World Championships (Sai Praneeth and PV Sindhu), previously in 2017, Saina Nehwal had won bronze and PV Sindhu won silver.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/her-success-will-inspire-generations-pm-narendra-modi-hails-pv-sindhu-for-winning-gold-at-bwf-world-championship-245562">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> on Sunday congratulated Olympic silver medalist PV Sindhu for her feat.&nbsp;

"The stupendously talented @Pvsindhu1 makes India proud again! Congratulations to her for winning the Gold at the BWF World Championships. The passion and dedication with which she’s pursued badminton is inspiring. PV Sindhu’s success will inspire generations of players," PM Modi tweeted out.&nbsp;

India's star shuttler PV Sindhu spoke to WION on her stellar win at the World Championship 2019 on Sunday. Sindhu scripted history after defeating Nozomi Okuhara of Japan 21-7, 21-7 to clinch her maiden BWF World Championships title which she described as "a much-needed victory".

India's star shuttler PV Sindhu spoke to WION on her stellar win at the World Championship 2019 on Sunday. Sindhu scripted history after defeating Nozomi Okuhara of Japan 21-7, 21-7 to clinch her maiden BWF World Championships title which she described as "a much-needed victory". "I am really happy to win the medal. I had been waiting for this for long. It was a much-needed victory," Sindhu told WION's Digvijay Singh Deo. Sindhu said that she had worked very hard for this title. "World Championship is very special, I had tears in my eyes," she said, adding that she dedicates this win to her mother as it was her birthday. Sindhu on Sunday made the country proud by becoming the first Indian to become a world champion. This is Sindhu's fifth world championship medal, she holds two silvers and a couple of bronze. The stupendously talented @Pvsindhu1 makes India proud again! Congratulations to her for winning the Gold at the BWF World Championships. The passion and dedication with which she’s pursued badminton is inspiring. PV Sindhu’s success will inspire generations of players. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 25, 2019 × With a powerful start, Sindhu dominated the game as she won four of the first five points, sending the opponent on the backfoot. She was leading 15-2 in the first match for a moment, eventually winning it 21-7. In the second game, she won the first two points and further dominated the game. She won the second game 21-7 in 20 minutes. Sindhu had defeated China's Chen Yu Fei 21-7, 21-14 to enter the finals on Saturday. This is the second time that Indian shuttlers will be returning with two medals from World Championships (Sai Praneeth and PV Sindhu), previously in 2017, Saina Nehwal had won bronze and PV Sindhu won silver. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Olympic silver medalist PV Sindhu for her feat. "The stupendously talented @Pvsindhu1 makes India proud again! Congratulations to her for winning the Gold at the BWF World Championships. The passion and dedication with which she’s pursued badminton is inspiring. PV Sindhu’s success will inspire generations of players," PM Modi tweeted out.

I dedicate this win to my mother, was waiting for it for long: PV Sindhu speaks to WION

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-becomes-first-indian-prime-minister-to-visit-bahrain-245360">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> on Saturday addressed the Indian diaspora shortly after reaching Bahrain. He is the first Indian prime minister to visit the country.&nbsp;

"The welcome Bahrain has given me made me feel that I am in some part of India," the prime minister said. &nbsp;

"There is an old relationship between Gujarat and Bahrain.I'll be going to the temple and will pray for your well being. I will launch the redevelopment of the temple. This temple is a reflection of your faith and tribute to Bahrain's multiculturalism".

"India has decided to multiply the size of our economy by twice in the upcoming 5 years. 5 trillion dollars economy in the target in front of us," he said.&nbsp;

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PM Modi said that it could too long for an Indian prime minister to visit Bahrain.&nbsp;

PM Modi said India is one of the most digitally connected countries and this has made banking available to many in India.&nbsp;"The cheapest mobile data in the world is available in India," the prime minister said.&nbsp;

He said, "BHIM app, UPI and Jan Dhan have made banking in reach of the common man".

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He announced that RuPay card will soon be launched in Bahrain and an MoU was signed regarding this on Saturday. Soon will say, "Pay with RuPay to your friends in Bahrain", PM said.

There are around 350,000 Indian nationals living in the west Asian country. Bahrain launched ‘Little India in Bahrain’ project in November 2015 to acknowledge and mark the contribution of the Indian community to the history and progress of Bahrain.

The prime minister broke down during his address and remembered former finance minister Arun Jaitley who passed away on Saturday in New Delhi.&nbsp;

"Few days ago sister Sushma left us, today my friend Arun left me," he said.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bahrain on Saturday on the third leg of this three-nation tour, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country.

Modi was received by Prime Minister of Bahrain Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa at the airport.

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The prime minister is scheduled to hold a bilateral with Al Khalifa, during which the two leaders are expected to discuss the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.

PM Modi reached Bahrain after winding-up his UAE visit where he held delegation-level talks and received the UAE's highest civilian award, '<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uae-honours-pm-modi-with-highest-civilian-award-order-of-zayed-245309">Order of Zayed</a>'.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the Indian diaspora shortly after reaching Bahrain. He is the first Indian prime minister to visit the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the Indian diaspora shortly after reaching Bahrain. He is the first Indian prime minister to visit the country. "The welcome Bahrain has given me made me feel that I am in some part of India," the prime minister said. "There is an old relationship between Gujarat and Bahrain.I'll be going to the temple and will pray for your well being. I will launch the redevelopment of the temple. This temple is a reflection of your faith and tribute to Bahrain's multiculturalism". "India has decided to multiply the size of our economy by twice in the upcoming 5 years. 5 trillion dollars economy in the target in front of us," he said. PM Modi to Indian community in Bahrain: I will visit Shrinathji Temple tomorrow and will pray for peace & prosperity in this country. It is also a matter of happiness that renovation of this temple will also officially begin tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/UDFsf3oo1u — ANI (@ANI) August 24, 2019 × PM Modi said that it could too long for an Indian prime minister to visit Bahrain. PM Modi said India is one of the most digitally connected countries and this has made banking available to many in India. "The cheapest mobile data in the world is available in India," the prime minister said. He said, "BHIM app, UPI and Jan Dhan have made banking in reach of the common man". PM Narendra Modi addressing Indian community in Bahrain: I realise that it took quite a long time for an Indian Prime Minister to visit Bahrain. However, I have been fortunate enough to be the 1st Indian PM to visit Bahrain pic.twitter.com/zvoLYq5oq6 — ANI (@ANI) August 24, 2019 × He announced that RuPay card will soon be launched in Bahrain and an MoU was signed regarding this on Saturday. Soon will say, "Pay with RuPay to your friends in Bahrain", PM said. There are around 350,000 Indian nationals living in the west Asian country. Bahrain launched ‘Little India in Bahrain’ project in November 2015 to acknowledge and mark the contribution of the Indian community to the history and progress of Bahrain. The prime minister broke down during his address and remembered former finance minister Arun Jaitley who passed away on Saturday in New Delhi. "Few days ago sister Sushma left us, today my friend Arun left me," he said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bahrain on Saturday on the third leg of this three-nation tour, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country. Modi was received by Prime Minister of Bahrain Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa at the airport. Addressing a huge community programme in Bahrain. Watch. https://t.co/w9V3steCGa — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 24, 2019 × The prime minister is scheduled to hold a bilateral with Al Khalifa, during which the two leaders are expected to discuss the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest. PM Modi reached Bahrain after winding-up his UAE visit where he held delegation-level talks and received the UAE's highest civilian award, 'Order of Zayed'.

It took too long for an Indian PM to visit this country: PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora in Bahrain 

The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS), General Bipin Rawat, visited the Eastern Command Headquarters in Kolkata on August 24 and 25.

On August 24, the CoAS was briefed by Lieutenant General MM Naravane, General Officer Commanding in Chief (GoC-in-C) Eastern Command on the operational readiness of the formations in Eastern Command theatre.

The CoAS appreciated the high standards of operational readiness of the Eastern Command and also expressed his utmost confidence over the capability of the formations of the Eastern Command theatre.

General Rawat during his visit also interacted with officers and soldiers and praised them for their professionalism and exhorted the troops to continue to work with zeal and dedication to overcome all challenges in the future.

The CoAS also visited the Palliative Care Centre 'Sparsh'&nbsp;in Barrackpore Cantonment which was established on April 4 earlier this year to provide succour to terminally ill patients and their families who are beyond active medical treatment and suffering from cancer, neurological disorders and other critical ailments.

 
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The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS), General Bipin Rawat, visited the Eastern Command Headquarters in Kolkata on August 24 and 25. On August 24, the CoAS was briefed by Lieutenant General MM Naravane, General Officer Commanding in Chief (GoC-in-C) Eastern Command on the operational readiness of the formations in Eastern Command theatre.

The Chief of Army Staff (CoAS), General Bipin Rawat, visited the Eastern Command Headquarters in Kolkata on August 24 and 25. On August 24, the CoAS was briefed by Lieutenant General MM Naravane, General Officer Commanding in Chief (GoC-in-C) Eastern Command on the operational readiness of the formations in Eastern Command theatre. The CoAS appreciated the high standards of operational readiness of the Eastern Command and also expressed his utmost confidence over the capability of the formations of the Eastern Command theatre. General Rawat during his visit also interacted with officers and soldiers and praised them for their professionalism and exhorted the troops to continue to work with zeal and dedication to overcome all challenges in the future. The CoAS also visited the Palliative Care Centre 'Sparsh' in Barrackpore Cantonment which was established on April 4 earlier this year to provide succour to terminally ill patients and their families who are beyond active medical treatment and suffering from cancer, neurological disorders and other critical ailments.

General Bipin Rawat visits Eastern Command Headquarters

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday mourned the demise of former <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/arun-jaitley-cremated-at-delhis-nigambodh-ghat-last-rites-performed-by-son-rohan-245500">Union Minister Arun Jaitley</a> and recalled an interesting remark that the BJP leader made that 'India has the same place in International Cricket Council (ICC) as the United States has in United Nations Security Council (UNSC)'.

"I never forgot one of his best lines to me talking about cricket when I was still at UN - India has the same place in ICC as the US has in UNSC. As a minister, he was very impressive. I thought that asking questions to him in Parliament was always rewarding as he gave you serious answers, precisely expressed," he said while talking to ANI.

"I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend from Delhi University days, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/arun-jaitleys-final-journey-countless-tearful-goodbyes-for-the-bjp-stalwart-245497">Arun Jaitley</a>. We have known each other since we were students. He was the president of DUSU when I was the president of St Stephens College Student`s Union. We were not on the same page politically. In fact, my union was not political whereas DUSU at that time was under the control of ABVP of which Arun Jaitley was a leading light," he added.

Tharoor said they had mutual regard for each other.

"To my surprise, he supported my candidacy for the academic council as student representative even though we didn`t agree politically about certain issues. He said we need people of your kind of quality to represent the student body in the council," he said.

Stressing that Jaitley was somebody he kept in touch with after leaving for United Nations, he said, "When I came back to India, he was one of the people already in politics who became once again somebody I could maintain very friendly relations with. It was not a political friendship. It was a very pleasant relationship."

The Congress leader said he will remember Jaitley in many ways as a consummate Delhi insider, somebody who was completely at home in Lutyen's Delhi.

Fondly recalling crossing swords with him in Parliament, Tharoor said, "In debates, in the Budget session for example, I had the privilege of representing my party's views. I was very pleased that I was able to cross swords with him."

"He and I spoke quite often. I spoke to him on the phone just a little while before he passed away. He said don't come now - I am not feeling well now to receive a lot of visitors. He said I am fine," he added.

The Congress leader said he felt a terrible sense of loss at the veteran politician`s demise.

"It's a great sense of loss for India, for the spirit of mutual respect across political divides that is so important in a democracy. My profound condolences to his family. My thoughts are very much with his loved ones," Tharoor said.&nbsp; 
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Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday mourned the demise of former Union Minister Arun Jaitley and recalled an interesting remark that the BJP leader made that 'India has the same place in International Cricket Council (ICC) as the United States has in United Nations Security Council (UNSC)'.

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Sunday mourned the demise of former Union Minister Arun Jaitley and recalled an interesting remark that the BJP leader made that 'India has the same place in International Cricket Council (ICC) as the United States has in United Nations Security Council (UNSC)'. "I never forgot one of his best lines to me talking about cricket when I was still at UN - India has the same place in ICC as the US has in UNSC. As a minister, he was very impressive. I thought that asking questions to him in Parliament was always rewarding as he gave you serious answers, precisely expressed," he said while talking to ANI. "I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend from Delhi University days, Arun Jaitley. We have known each other since we were students. He was the president of DUSU when I was the president of St Stephens College Student`s Union. We were not on the same page politically. In fact, my union was not political whereas DUSU at that time was under the control of ABVP of which Arun Jaitley was a leading light," he added. Tharoor said they had mutual regard for each other. "To my surprise, he supported my candidacy for the academic council as student representative even though we didn`t agree politically about certain issues. He said we need people of your kind of quality to represent the student body in the council," he said. Stressing that Jaitley was somebody he kept in touch with after leaving for United Nations, he said, "When I came back to India, he was one of the people already in politics who became once again somebody I could maintain very friendly relations with. It was not a political friendship. It was a very pleasant relationship." The Congress leader said he will remember Jaitley in many ways as a consummate Delhi insider, somebody who was completely at home in Lutyen's Delhi. Fondly recalling crossing swords with him in Parliament, Tharoor said, "In debates, in the Budget session for example, I had the privilege of representing my party's views. I was very pleased that I was able to cross swords with him." "He and I spoke quite often. I spoke to him on the phone just a little while before he passed away. He said don't come now - I am not feeling well now to receive a lot of visitors. He said I am fine," he added. The Congress leader said he felt a terrible sense of loss at the veteran politician`s demise. "It's a great sense of loss for India, for the spirit of mutual respect across political divides that is so important in a democracy. My profound condolences to his family. My thoughts are very much with his loved ones," Tharoor said.

India has same place in ICC as US has in UNSC: Tharoor recalls Jaitley's 'best' remark

As a stream of visitors paid last respects to the former finance minister and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/arun-jaitley-cremated-at-delhis-nigambodh-ghat-last-rites-performed-by-son-rohan-245500">BJP strongman Arun Jaitley</a>, it was a moment of contemplation for many, who fondly remembered their association with the stalwart.

As the who's who of the nation paid obeisance to the late leader they remembered how Jaitley touched their lives, changing them forever through his sensitive and personal approach.

Being a close associate of Jaitley for over four decades, Dr Harsh Vardhan was faced with a particular dilemma. Being the health minister he regularly visited Jaitley in the hospital.

"I met him three times while he was at AIIMS over the last two weeks and he was always smiling. Five years, he struggled with health issues but never once showed it on his face," he said.

Haryana BJP chief Subhash Barala fondly remembered Jaitley's commitment to work and recalled, "Even on his daughter's wedding day, while he kept meeting guests he was also clearing files side by side. How important work was for him, he set an example for us."

Senior journalist, Rajat Sharma, who has one of the oldest friendships with the departed leader shared another insight about Jaitley.

"I met him in the hospital recently. For the first time, I realised that he may not live longer. He said I have no regrets, my kids are settled. He told me what he will do - I will retire from public life if I get better. He wanted to chat with friends and watch movies," Sharma added.

The senior leader was always available for his colleagues.

"His personality was affable and approachable. We just had to ask him for help and he was always ready. I learnt a lot from him," former Union Minister of State, Rajyavardhan Rathore who served under Jaitley said while trying to control his tears.

While some were forthcoming with their memories of Jaitley, there were few who wished to keep the memories under wraps.

"I wish I could tell you the most impressionable moment with him but it is sort of personal," said a senior minister in the government when asked about his best memory of Jaitley.

The former finance minister passed away at the age of 66 at the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, New Delhi on Saturday. He was admitted to AIIMS earlier this month after he complained of restlessness. He was placed under observation at the hospital`s Cardio-Neuro-Centre.&nbsp;

As a stream of visitors paid last respects to the former finance minister and BJP strongman Arun Jaitley, it was a moment of contemplation for many, who fondly remembered their association with the stalwart.

As a stream of visitors paid last respects to the former finance minister and BJP strongman Arun Jaitley, it was a moment of contemplation for many, who fondly remembered their association with the stalwart. As the who's who of the nation paid obeisance to the late leader they remembered how Jaitley touched their lives, changing them forever through his sensitive and personal approach. Being a close associate of Jaitley for over four decades, Dr Harsh Vardhan was faced with a particular dilemma. Being the health minister he regularly visited Jaitley in the hospital. "I met him three times while he was at AIIMS over the last two weeks and he was always smiling. Five years, he struggled with health issues but never once showed it on his face," he said. Haryana BJP chief Subhash Barala fondly remembered Jaitley's commitment to work and recalled, "Even on his daughter's wedding day, while he kept meeting guests he was also clearing files side by side. How important work was for him, he set an example for us." Senior journalist, Rajat Sharma, who has one of the oldest friendships with the departed leader shared another insight about Jaitley. "I met him in the hospital recently. For the first time, I realised that he may not live longer. He said I have no regrets, my kids are settled. He told me what he will do - I will retire from public life if I get better. He wanted to chat with friends and watch movies," Sharma added. The senior leader was always available for his colleagues. "His personality was affable and approachable. We just had to ask him for help and he was always ready. I learnt a lot from him," former Union Minister of State, Rajyavardhan Rathore who served under Jaitley said while trying to control his tears. While some were forthcoming with their memories of Jaitley, there were few who wished to keep the memories under wraps. "I wish I could tell you the most impressionable moment with him but it is sort of personal," said a senior minister in the government when asked about his best memory of Jaitley. The former finance minister passed away at the age of 66 at the All India Institutes of Medical Sciences, New Delhi on Saturday. He was admitted to AIIMS earlier this month after he complained of restlessness. He was placed under observation at the hospital`s Cardio-Neuro-Centre.

Cleared files on daughter's wedding, always smiled: Friends, colleagues remember Jaitley

Congress Member of Parliament (MP) from Wayanad Rahul Gandhi on Friday wrote a letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urging him to help flood-affected families who have lost their essential documents due to floods in his constituency.

The MP has requested the Chief Minister to designate a nodal officer in the district who can ensure the door-step delivery of duplicate documents to the flood-affected families.

"Instead of expecting the flood victims to approach many offices, you may like to designate a nodal officer at the office of District Collector, to receive a consolidated application from the affected families, with details of the lost documents. The nodal officer may coordinate with the respective departments, collect the duplicate copies of the documents and door deliver to the families," the letter stated.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will also take stock of flood relief operations in his parliamentary constituency, Wayanad during a three-day visit starting from Monday.

Gandhi had visited his constituency earlier this month to review the flood relief measures.

Twelve people lost their lives in Wayanad while seven were missing after heavy rains and floods battered the region.&nbsp; 
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Congress Member of Parliament (MP) from Wayanad Rahul Gandhi on Friday wrote a letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urging him to help flood-affected families who have lost their essential documents due to floods in his constituency.

Congress Member of Parliament (MP) from Wayanad Rahul Gandhi on Friday wrote a letter to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urging him to help flood-affected families who have lost their essential documents due to floods in his constituency. The MP has requested the Chief Minister to designate a nodal officer in the district who can ensure the door-step delivery of duplicate documents to the flood-affected families. "Instead of expecting the flood victims to approach many offices, you may like to designate a nodal officer at the office of District Collector, to receive a consolidated application from the affected families, with details of the lost documents. The nodal officer may coordinate with the respective departments, collect the duplicate copies of the documents and door deliver to the families," the letter stated. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will also take stock of flood relief operations in his parliamentary constituency, Wayanad during a three-day visit starting from Monday. Gandhi had visited his constituency earlier this month to review the flood relief measures. Twelve people lost their lives in Wayanad while seven were missing after heavy rains and floods battered the region.

Arrange delivery of duplicate copy of documents lost in rain: Rahul Gandhi urges Kerala CM

Onion prices have doubled to Rs 30 per kilograms in parts of Karnataka due to a shortage in supply caused by heavy rains and floods in North Karnataka and adjacent parts of Maharashtra, according to traders.

"Before floods, 1 kilograms onion used to cost around Rs 15, now it touches Rs 30 in the wholesale market and Rs 40 in retail shops and street vendors. We import onions from Maharashtra and also use the onions that are grown here but recent floods have damaged the roads in North Karnataka affecting the supply," said a trader, Subramani.

"Even trucks from Pune are stuck in major cities. We are waiting for fresh goods. Big trade agencies like Mourya Export in Pune, BLS Murthy and Nagappa Chetty in Bengaluru are also in a panic," he further added.

Ranchita, a housewife said,&nbsp;"It is hard to run a house if the prices of onion will keep rising like this. People can not afford such costly onions. The prices of onion have now gone up to Rs 40, and if this continues, it will not be easy for a very large section of society to manage their house."

The traders fear that the onion prices may rise further up to Rs 60 due to the festival season. 
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Onion prices have doubled to Rs 30 per kilograms in parts of Karnataka due to a shortage in supply caused by heavy rains and floods in North Karnataka and adjacent parts of Maharashtra, according to traders.

Onion prices have doubled to Rs 30 per kilograms in parts of Karnataka due to a shortage in supply caused by heavy rains and floods in North Karnataka and adjacent parts of Maharashtra, according to traders. "Before floods, 1 kilograms onion used to cost around Rs 15, now it touches Rs 30 in the wholesale market and Rs 40 in retail shops and street vendors. We import onions from Maharashtra and also use the onions that are grown here but recent floods have damaged the roads in North Karnataka affecting the supply," said a trader, Subramani. "Even trucks from Pune are stuck in major cities. We are waiting for fresh goods. Big trade agencies like Mourya Export in Pune, BLS Murthy and Nagappa Chetty in Bengaluru are also in a panic," he further added. Ranchita, a housewife said, "It is hard to run a house if the prices of onion will keep rising like this. People can not afford such costly onions. The prices of onion have now gone up to Rs 40, and if this continues, it will not be easy for a very large section of society to manage their house." The traders fear that the onion prices may rise further up to Rs 60 due to the festival season.

Monsoon fury: Onion prices double in parts of Karnataka

US&nbsp;President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe displayed their differences over the seriousness of North Korea's series of short-range&nbsp;missile&nbsp;launches on Sunday while maintaining that they would remain in sync on the issue.

Trump, who <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-us-has-really-good-relationship-with-north-korea-245245">prizes his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un</a>, said the launches did not violate an agreement and were in line with what others were doing. Abe said the launches violated UN&nbsp;resolutions.

Launches of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-launches-short-range-missiles-again-complicating-us-attempts-for-talks-245221">short-range ballistic&nbsp;missiles on Saturday</a> were the seventh by North Korea since Trump and Kim met at the inter-Korean border in June.

The launches have complicated attempts to restart talks between US&nbsp;and North Korean negotiators over the future of Pyongyang's nuclear weapons and ballistic&nbsp;missile&nbsp;programmes.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un oversaw the test of a "super-large multiple rocket launcher" on Saturday, state news agency KCNA reported on Sunday.

North Korea fired what appeared to be two short-range ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast, the South Korean military said, the latest in a series of launches in recent weeks amid stalled denuclearization talks.

Photos released by North Korean state media showed rockets launching from large tubes mounted on the back of an eight-wheel vehicle.

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Analysts said it appeared to be at least the fourth new missile system unveiled by North Korea since denuclearization talks stalled at a February summit between Kim and US&nbsp;President Donald Trump.

North Korea must step up development of new strategic and tactical weapons to counter "ever-mounting military threats and pressure offensive of the hostile forces," Kim said on Saturday, according to KCNA.

North Korea's young defence scientists who developed the missiles are a "precious treasure and wealth of the country which cannot be bartered for anything," Kim said.

On Saturday, a KCNA commentary said North Korea "will never barter the strategic security of the country for the sanctions relief."

American officials have been trying to restart the stalled talks with North Korea over its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs, which are heavily sanctioned.

After the latest tests, Trump again touted his good relationship with Kim and said the North Korean leader had been "pretty straight with me."

US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe displayed their differences over the seriousness of North Korea's series of short-range missile launches on Sunday while maintaining that they would remain in sync on the issue.

US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe displayed their differences over the seriousness of North Korea's series of short-range missile launches on Sunday while maintaining that they would remain in sync on the issue. Trump, who prizes his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, said the launches did not violate an agreement and were in line with what others were doing. Abe said the launches violated UN resolutions. Launches of short-range ballistic missiles on Saturday were the seventh by North Korea since Trump and Kim met at the inter-Korean border in June. The launches have complicated attempts to restart talks between US and North Korean negotiators over the future of Pyongyang's nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programmes. North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un oversaw the test of a "super-large multiple rocket launcher" on Saturday, state news agency KCNA reported on Sunday. North Korea fired what appeared to be two short-range ballistic missiles into the sea off its east coast, the South Korean military said, the latest in a series of launches in recent weeks amid stalled denuclearization talks. Photos released by North Korean state media showed rockets launching from large tubes mounted on the back of an eight-wheel vehicle. Watch: North Korea fires two suspected missiles, 7th missile in a month × Analysts said it appeared to be at least the fourth new missile system unveiled by North Korea since denuclearization talks stalled at a February summit between Kim and US President Donald Trump. North Korea must step up development of new strategic and tactical weapons to counter "ever-mounting military threats and pressure offensive of the hostile forces," Kim said on Saturday, according to KCNA. North Korea's young defence scientists who developed the missiles are a "precious treasure and wealth of the country which cannot be bartered for anything," Kim said. On Saturday, a KCNA commentary said North Korea "will never barter the strategic security of the country for the sanctions relief." American officials have been trying to restart the stalled talks with North Korea over its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs, which are heavily sanctioned. After the latest tests, Trump again touted his good relationship with Kim and said the North Korean leader had been "pretty straight with me."

Japan's Abe refutes Trump, says North Korea missile launches violate UN resolutions

The southwest monsoon has been active over Coastal Karnataka, said India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday.

At present, several isolated places of Karnataka especially interior parts of the state is witnessing heavy rainfall and is expected to receive more in the next 24 hours.

"Forecast for 24 hours: Rainfall very likely at most places over Coastal Karnataka and at many places over North Interior Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka," stated IMD in its All-Weather Warning Bulletin.

Besides Karnataka, light to moderate rains is forecast for a few places over Coastal Andhra Pradesh, parts of Telangana, Rayalaseema and Tamil Nadu.

However, Chennai will remain dry while Bengaluru may receive some patchy rains.

According to Skymet, weather forecasting agency, active Southwest Monsoon has also given heavy rain and thundershower activities in many parts of Madhya Pradesh during the last 24 hours.

Khajuraho has received a whopping 100 mm rainfall in a span of just 24 hours. As monsoon continues to remain active, more rain showers will lash region, with chances of flooding in several parts of the state.&nbsp;

 
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The southwest monsoon has been active over Coastal Karnataka, said India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday. At present, several isolated places of Karnataka especially interior parts of the state is witnessing heavy rainfall and is expected to receive more in the next 24 hours.

The southwest monsoon has been active over Coastal Karnataka, said India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday. At present, several isolated places of Karnataka especially interior parts of the state is witnessing heavy rainfall and is expected to receive more in the next 24 hours. "Forecast for 24 hours: Rainfall very likely at most places over Coastal Karnataka and at many places over North Interior Karnataka and South Interior Karnataka," stated IMD in its All-Weather Warning Bulletin. Besides Karnataka, light to moderate rains is forecast for a few places over Coastal Andhra Pradesh, parts of Telangana, Rayalaseema and Tamil Nadu. However, Chennai will remain dry while Bengaluru may receive some patchy rains. According to Skymet, weather forecasting agency, active Southwest Monsoon has also given heavy rain and thundershower activities in many parts of Madhya Pradesh during the last 24 hours. Khajuraho has received a whopping 100 mm rainfall in a span of just 24 hours. As monsoon continues to remain active, more rain showers will lash region, with chances of flooding in several parts of the state.

Southwest monsoon active over Coastal Karnataka: IMD

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