PM Modi will end his evening today with a dinner hosted by US president Obama. Modi, as we know now, is fasting for Navratri.

Modi and Obama are expected to discuss a range of issues of mutual interest, including ways to accelerate economic growth and bolster security cooperation to expand and deepen the US-India strategic partnership when they meet.

"They will also focus on regional issues, including current developments in Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq, where India and the United States can work together with partners towards a positive outcome," the White House said.

The President looks forward to working with the Prime Minister to fulfill the promise of the US-India strategic partnership for the benefit of both our citizens and the world."

Pic: Modi during his visit to the US in 1993.