India's September Exports Surge 23%; Belgium Reports First West Nile Deaths

• India's exports rose by 23% in September, with petroleum product exports benefiting from high crude oil prices.
• Belgium reported its first two deaths from the West Nile virus, which can cause flu-like symptoms.
• India's trade deficit narrowed to $30.21 billion in September.
• The West Asia crisis has contributed to higher earnings from petroleum product exports in India.
• The West Nile virus is transmitted by mosquitoes and can lead to severe neurological diseases.