In episode 539 of #CutTheClutter, Shekhar Gupta delves into Covid data on fatality rates in India and compares it to the rest of the world. There is some good & bad news here.
Mexico's high death rate indicates actual cases may be much higher. The country has been facing criticism as it has focused more on reactivating the economy than enforcing lockdown.
India is only trailing US and Brazil now in the number of confirmed infections, but its growth in new cases is the fastest, increasing 20% over the last week.
Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro, who clashed for months with doctors, governors and mayors who clamoured for strict quarantine measures, said he felt 'perfectly well'.
The 65-year-old president, who downplayed the virus as “just a little flu,” has repeatedly been seen mingling in crowds without a face mask and giving handshakes.
Bolsonaro, who had a light fever and is taking hydroxychloroquine, could be seen coughing during a broadcast. He sat next to 6 people, none of whom wore a mask.
It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.
As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.
Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.
Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.
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