Trump plots comeback as he backs opening-up
With less than six months left for another election fight, US President Donald Trump is not taking any chances, least of all the Wuhan virus jeopardizing his plans; and so …
Read MoreDiplomacy
Rahul Chhabra to lead India’s Africa diplomacy
Senior diplomat Rahul Chhabra has been appointed as Secretary (Economic Relations) in India’s Ministry of External Affairs, a key position that puts him in charge of the country’s relations with …
Read More
It’s humanity against the virus: Boris Johnson
Inaugurating a virtual international coronavirus conference on May 4, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson called on countries to step up efforts and work together to find a COVID-19 vaccine on …
Read More
India asks Pakistan to vacate Gilgit-Baltistan
India has lodged a strong protest against Pakistan’s plan to hold elections in the Gilgit-Baltistan region, asserting that it is an integral part of India, and asked the latter to …
Read More
South Korea sets ‘remarkable example’ against virus: UN chief
Praising the South Koreans for its “extremely successful” fight against coronavirus, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the country is a remarkable example of COVID-19 eradication, even as it is on …
Read More
WHO rejects Trump’s COVID-19 lab origin claim
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reiterated that it believes the COVID-19 virus originated in a natural environment, contrary to the aspersions raised by the US that it may have …
Read More
What corona-induced economic crisis means for Gulf region
By Rushali Saha The Gulf economies have been facing a double-edged sword with the crude oil prices dropping to negative and the rapid spread of coronavirus, especially in Iran which …
Read More
PM Modi wishes Russian PM early recovery from COVID-19, conveys solidarity
Conveying solidarity with “close friend,” Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has wished his Russian counterpart Mikhail Mishustin a speedy recovery after he tested positive for the novel coronavirus this week. …
Read More
Indians face deportation amid H-1B visa crisis
Indians seeking emigration in the United States are faced with a devil and the deep sea situation. On the one hand, they face expulsions when their H-1B visas expire; on …
Read More
Xi declares strategic victory against coronavirus
Chinese President Xi Jinping has announced a “strategic achievement” against the coronavirus pandemic, but has asked the authorities not to lower their guards even as the country starts to resume …
Read More