The annual high-level session will open on September 9, with the debate scheduled from September 23 to 29. Previously slated to speak on September 26, PM Modi's slot has been taken over by India's EAM, Dr S Jaishankar, who will address the session on September 27.
The visit comes amid mounting devastation caused by incessant rainfall, which has claimed hundreds of lives and caused extensive damage to infrastructure and agriculture.
Mumbai on High Alert: The Mumbai Police said the threat message claimed that multiple human bombs had been placed in vehicles across the city. It also warned of a major explosion involving RDX.
Goods that used to attract 28 per cent if they applied to harmful or luxury items such as tobacco, sugary drinks, and high-end vehicles were moved up to a 40 per cent rate slab.
The order directed US agencies to respond to 'threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation,' with India being targeted for new duties as part of that policy.