US sanctions China-based company providing services to Iran’s Mahan Air
Mahan Air allegedly operates charter flights to Venezuela carrying Iranian technicians and equipment, with materials sourced from China
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Chinese troops resort to aggressive posturing in Ladakh, North Sikkim: Sources
Both the Indian and Chinese armies have brought in more troops in sensitive locations like Demchok, Daulat Beg Oldie and areas around Galwan river as well as Pangong Tso lake in Ladakh
China announces $2 billion to fight coronavirus pandemic at WHO assembly
China will provide USD 2 billion over two years to fight the coronavirus pandemic, President Xi Jinping said Monday, rallying around the World Health Organization and its efforts even as the Trump administration has slashed funding for the UN health agency.
India contributes US$ 2 million to UNRWA for the welfare of Palestinian Refugees
India had increased its annual financial contribution to UNRWA from US $1.25 million in 2016 to US$ 5 million in 2018 and 2019,
India joins 62 other nations in seeking probe into WHO’s COVID-19 response
Last month, Australia was the first country to call for an independent inquiry into how the coronavirus started.
Coronavirus infections surge in Russia
Though Russia was quick to seal off much of its border with China it was slower to close down European travel.
Working with India on COVID-19 vaccine development: Trump
By PTI WASHINGTON: The United States is working with India on developing a vaccine for
India fights Covid-19: an African perspective
By HE Grace Akello Thepeople of India have been exhorted to rise above the doom
WHO warns of upsurge in mental health conditions
The increase in people in need of mental health or psychosocial support has been compounded by the interruption to physical and mental health services in many countries.
Surge in India’s foreign exchange reserves
The reserves had touched a life-time high of USD 487.23 billion in the week to March 6 after rising by USD 5.69 billion. During 2019-20, the foreign exchange reserves had risen by almost USD 62 billion.