And any journalists who dare to question the Modi government’s official line face threats and intimidation. All this is eroding what was once one of the world’s most vibrant media landscapes. While ... ( read original story ...)
India’s monsoon rains seen at 102% of average in 2020: weather office
India is likely to receive 102% rainfall of a long-term average this year, the state-run weather office said on Monday, raising expectations for higher farm output in Asia's third-biggest economy, ... ( read original story ...)
How India’s Police Used a Pandemic to Boost Its Image
The police in New Delhi were roundly vilified for their role in religious violence. Now they’re on the front line of the city’s fight against coronavirus. Our reporters rode along as officers ... ( read original story ...)
India’s Coronavirus Infections Overtake France Amid Criticism of Lockdown
India's cases of coronavirus crossed 190,000, the health ministry said on Monday, overtaking France to become seventh highest in the world, as the government eases back on most curbs after a two-month ... ( read original story ...)
India accuses two Pakistan embassy officials of spying and orders them to leave the country
Two Pakistani embassy staff accused of spying have been expelled from India, Indian officials said on Sunday. "Two officials of the High Commission of Pakistan in New Delhi were apprehended today by ... ( read original story ...)
Officials Fear U.S. Protests Will Spread Coronavirus; India Reports Record Rise in Cases
Brazil continues to battle a surge in infections with 16,409 new cases reported. ( read original story ...)
The Latest: India Climbs to 7th Biggest Outbreak in World
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause ... ( read original story ...)
China asks state firms to halt purchases of U.S. soybeans, pork, sources say
China has asked its state-owned firms to halt purchases of soybeans and pork from the United States, two people familiar with the matter said, after Washington said it would eliminate special U.S. ( read original story ...)
China Warns U.S. It Will Retaliate on Moves Over Hong Kong
China said on Monday U.S. attempts to harm Chinese interests will be met with firm countermeasures, criticising a U.S. decision to begin ending special treatment for Hong Kong as well as actions ... ( read original story ...)
Nationalism in China is running high. Here’s how Beijing reins it in.
Coincidentally, Friday was the 15th anniversary of China’s anti-secession law — and a senior defense official in Beijing vowed to “smash” any possibility of Taiwan independence. So far, the government ... ( read original story ...)