According to the US-based China Aerospace Studies Institute (CASI), China carried out several cyber-attacks between 2007 to 2018, including computer attacks against Indian satellite communication in 2017.

Report: China carried out multiple attacks against Indian satellites

India and China have agreed not to send more troops to the frontline in Ladakh but talks on disengagement remain deadlocked with China saying that India should vacate the forward posts it has established along the southern bank of Pangong Tso.

India-China border standoff: Two sides held an in-depth exchange | 6th round of talks

As the privately built Space-X Falcon 9 rocket took off in triumph, US President Donald Trump made this declaration to the world - “The United States has regained our place of prestige as the world leader. As has often been stated, you can't be number one on Earth if you are number two in space”.

Four months on, and the race for number one has more contenders, with more countries looking to establish their hegemony in space. But they are all united in achieving one goal - isolating Beijing in space exploration projects.

Sweden

Sweden's state-owned space agency has halted its operations with China. The Swedish Space Corporation was contracted to help Chinese satellites operate from its ground stations across the world. It has now decided to not renew the contract.

China has been forbidden from accessing the ground stations of this space agency in Australia, including the Yathragga and Dongara satellite stations in Western Australia.

The space agency fears that China could use its antennas at these stations for military purposes.

United States

In West Asia, the US Space Force has begun its first mission. A squadron of 20 space operators have been stationed at the Al Udeid air base in Qatar.

Their mission is to track enemy manoeuvres and avert conflicts in space. They have been given the power to jam,&nbsp;hack and blind satellites that pose a heavy security risk. The targets will quite possibly be Iran and China's satellite programmes.

NASA is planning to return to the moon. It has unveiled a new exploration project - the 27 billion dollar Artemis programme, the first such plan in 50 years. The space agency plans to put a man &amp; woman on its lunar lander by 2024.

NASA’s announcement comes on the heels of China's next lunar mission. The Chinese regime is quietly preparing for a November launch of the Chang'e 5 mission. The Pentagon fears that China is trying to militarise the moon, and that it could use its satellites to target America's space-based assets.

India

India too is working to thwart any Chinese misadventures in space.

ISRO is gearing up for a Chandrayaan-3 mission in early 2021. It is also readying its first manned space mission - Gaganyaan - expected to launch in two years.

Space warfare is soon set to be a reality, with satellites and data set to be the new weapons.

As the privately built Space-X Falcon 9 rocket took off in triumph, US President Donald Trump made this declaration to the world - “The United States has regained our place of prestige as the world leader.

As the privately built Space-X Falcon 9 rocket took off in triumph, US President Donald Trump made this declaration to the world - “The United States has regained our place of prestige as the world leader. As has often been stated, you can't be number one on Earth if you are number two in space”. Four months on, and the race for number one has more contenders, with more countries looking to establish their hegemony in space. But they are all united in achieving one goal - isolating Beijing in space exploration projects. Sweden Sweden's state-owned space agency has halted its operations with China. The Swedish Space Corporation was contracted to help Chinese satellites operate from its ground stations across the world. It has now decided to not renew the contract. China has been forbidden from accessing the ground stations of this space agency in Australia, including the Yathragga and Dongara satellite stations in Western Australia. The space agency fears that China could use its antennas at these stations for military purposes. United States In West Asia, the US Space Force has begun its first mission. A squadron of 20 space operators have been stationed at the Al Udeid air base in Qatar. Their mission is to track enemy manoeuvres and avert conflicts in space. They have been given the power to jam, hack and blind satellites that pose a heavy security risk. The targets will quite possibly be Iran and China's satellite programmes. NASA is planning to return to the moon. It has unveiled a new exploration project - the 27 billion dollar Artemis programme, the first such plan in 50 years. The space agency plans to put a man & woman on its lunar lander by 2024. NASA’s announcement comes on the heels of China's next lunar mission. The Chinese regime is quietly preparing for a November launch of the Chang'e 5 mission. The Pentagon fears that China is trying to militarise the moon, and that it could use its satellites to target America's space-based assets. India India too is working to thwart any Chinese misadventures in space. ISRO is gearing up for a Chandrayaan-3 mission in early 2021. It is also readying its first manned space mission - Gaganyaan - expected to launch in two years. Space warfare is soon set to be a reality, with satellites and data set to be the new weapons.

Beijing is slowly being isolated, even in space!

India on Tuesday rejected Pakistan’s contention that the Kashmir issue is one of the most long-standing disputes at the United Nations

India slams Pakistan for raising J&k issue at UN

India has extended the loan of $250 Million to the island nation Maldives to help it deal with the COVID-19 impact. The loan has been extended on favourable terms.

India extends $250 Million soft loan to the island nation Maldives

Rajya Sabha, the upper house of Indian Parliament passed two contentious farm bills by voice vote amid protest.

India: Farm Bills passed by voice vote in upper house of Parliament

Pakistan has blocked the appointment of Jayant Khobragade as India's charge d'affaires in Islamabad. It has also denied a visa to Khobragade.

Pakistan denies visa to Indian envoy Jayant Khobragade

A new study suggests constant nudges from Indian PM Narendra Modi and the Indian Government helped the country tackle the coronavirus on several fronts. India has reported over 5.2 million cases and over 82,000 deaths, making the country one of the worst-hit in the world. Watch report.

Coronavirus Pandemic: PM Modi's constant nudges helped India fight COVID-19

The US Justice Department has revealed that Chinese hackers charged in a multi-nation spying and targetted government networks in India. Watch report.

'Hackers targetted Indian government websites' | US Justice Department reveals

In a sign of normalising relations between India and Nepal, the train service between the two countries is starting. Watch report.

WION Dispatch: First train to run between India-Nepal

Constant nudges from Indian PM Narendra Modi and the Indian Government helped the country tackle the coronavirus on several fronts. India has reported over 5.2 million cases and over 82,000 deaths, making the country one of the worst-hit in the world. Watch report.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Nudges from PM Modi and Indian govt helped create herd effect

India on Friday reported 96,424 new cases of the coronavirus disease – a global record high – taking the cumulative tally past 5.21 million mark.

India becomes second nation after US to record 5 Million plus cases

Three months after approving a constitutional amendment to change the country's map to include three Indian territories within its boundaries, Nepalese government has now begun a new controversy by introducing a new book which showed the region of Kalapani within its boundary.&nbsp;

Nepal's education minister Giriraj Mani Pokharel told TOI that the book titled as 'Nepalko Bhubhaag Ra Seesmasambandhi Swadhyay Samagri', which loosely translated as Nepal's territorial boundary and geography, has been introduced for students in higher secondary schools.&nbsp;

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The education minister himself has written the preface of the book that shows the Indian territory of Kalapani within Nepalese boundaries.

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The move has been slammed by several Nepalese experts, who question the timing of the release as several pressing issues remain unaddressed.&nbsp;

"Is this the right time to come up with this book," said Khadga KC, head of the Department of International Relations and Diplomacy at Tribhuvan University, reported The Kathmandu Post.&nbsp;

"Such moves should be taken after a proper study of their consequences."

Mrigendra Bahadur Karki from the Centre for Nepal and Asian Studies said that the syllabus should be designed in a manner to produce "academics" and not "activists".&nbsp;

The preface of the book has used very strong language against India, in which Pokhrael wrote that he campaigned 24 years ago to "chase" Indian Army away Nepalese region.&nbsp;

"The language used by Pokhrael is highly undiplomatic," Karki said.&nbsp; 
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Three months after approving a constitutional amendment to change the country's map to include three Indian territories within its boundaries, Nepalese government has now begun a new controversy by introducing a new book which showed the region of Kalapani within its boundary.

Three months after approving a constitutional amendment to change the country's map to include three Indian territories within its boundaries, Nepalese government has now begun a new controversy by introducing a new book which showed the region of Kalapani within its boundary. Nepal's education minister Giriraj Mani Pokharel told TOI that the book titled as 'Nepalko Bhubhaag Ra Seesmasambandhi Swadhyay Samagri', which loosely translated as Nepal's territorial boundary and geography, has been introduced for students in higher secondary schools. Also read | Nepal PM Oli wishes PM Modi, vows to further strengthen bilateral ties The education minister himself has written the preface of the book that shows the Indian territory of Kalapani within Nepalese boundaries. Also read | Why Nepalis are writing #StopDemocidePMOli on social media The move has been slammed by several Nepalese experts, who question the timing of the release as several pressing issues remain unaddressed. "Is this the right time to come up with this book," said Khadga KC, head of the Department of International Relations and Diplomacy at Tribhuvan University, reported The Kathmandu Post. "Such moves should be taken after a proper study of their consequences." Mrigendra Bahadur Karki from the Centre for Nepal and Asian Studies said that the syllabus should be designed in a manner to produce "academics" and not "activists". The preface of the book has used very strong language against India, in which Pokhrael wrote that he campaigned 24 years ago to "chase" Indian Army away Nepalese region. "The language used by Pokhrael is highly undiplomatic," Karki said.

Nepal releases new book depicting Indian areas in its boundary; experts slam move

The impact of Abraham Accords and normalisation of ties between Israel -- with United Arab Emirates and Bahrain -- will be seen on both India and Pakistan. For India, it is a good news -- as it has close ties ties will all three countries.

To this end, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said, "We have followed the Abraham Accords signed in Washington DC by UAE, Bahrain, Israel and the US. India has always supported peace and stability in West Asia which is our extended neighbourhood. As such, we welcome these agreements for normalisation of relations between Israel and UAE and Bahrain."

"We also continue our traditional support for the Palestinian cause and hope for early resumption of direct negotiations for an acceptable two-state solution," he added.

The first signs of realignment in the Arab world were seen during the Islamic Conference held at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in December 2019. This event saw the participation of leaders from Turkey, Iran and Qatar as well as representatives from other Muslim countries of the region.

Saudi Arabia, de facto leader of the Muslim world and Pakistan, heavily dependent on its largesse, were conspicuous by their absence. This led to speculation that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, wanted to project his country as an alternate power centre of the Ummah and reclaim the erstwhile Caliphate. &nbsp;

This development perhaps catalysed Israel and UAE to sign a historic deal in August 2020 and establish full diplomatic relations. Similar deals also exist between Israel and two other Arab countries, Egypt and Jordan.

Further, reports have also surfaced suggesting diplomatic and intelligence co-operation between Israel and Saudi Arabia, possibly to counter the common threat of Iran and the rising stature of Turkey in the Ummah.&nbsp;

And then, it's the China angle to West Asian politics. A recently publicised document revealed that China and Iran may be considering the conclusion of a 25-year Strategic Partnership deal.

This deal would guarantee energy supply from Iran to China at cheap rates, while Iran would benefit from billions of dollars of Chinese investment to overcome crippling economic sanction imposed by the US after it withdrew from the Iran Nuclear Deal in 2018.

These developments are likely to lead to a realignment in West Asia with Turkey, Iran and Qatar forming one group and Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, Egypt and Israel forming the other group.

The Chinese have interests in both groups but can be expected to invest in connecting Turkey's 'Middle Corridor' with its own Silk Route and also get Iran onboard in the BRI--Belt and road initative.

The result of the forthcoming presidential election in the US would influence Iran's stance. If President Trump is re-elected in end 2020, Iran would be left with no choice but to partner with Beijing, else it could look at re-implementing the Iran Nuclear Deal of 2015 with the newly-elected Democratic Party Administration. That would put the lid on Chinese aspirations in Iran.

Imran Khan's Pakistan has so far played a tight rope between the two groupings.

In July 2020, China signed a $1.5 billion contract with Pakistan for construction of the Azad Pattan and Kohala hydro-electric power projects in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir. &nbsp;

As part of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), China is likely to invest about USD 62 Billion in Pakistan over 15 years. &nbsp;

It is common knowledge that Gwadar is being developed as a dual-use port to ensure that China has a permanent military base at the mouth of the Persian Gulf, just as it has in the Gulf of Aden at Djibouti. &nbsp;

With Turkey and possibly Iran likely to be important hubs in the Silk Route, Pakistan has no option but to remain engaged with this particular Arab group. In this grouping, Qatar, whose diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain and Egypt have been severed since June 2017, is a natural partner and financer. &nbsp;

However, it will have to be seen how China engages with Turkey, Iran and Pakistan in the name of BRI, to expand its global footprint.&nbsp;

In that case, Imran Khan's Pakistan cannot think of taking sides against the oil rich Saudi Arabia -- which has agreed to commit $20 billion to create sustainable projects in Pakistan and likely to provide good returns in future. This includes an investment of about USD 8 Billion for construction of an oil refinery at Gwadar Port. &nbsp;

UAE has also invested in this area. &nbsp;

Not playing ball with the Saudis may impact 4 million Pakistani expatriate workers in the country in favour of Indians or Bangladeshis. &nbsp;

The key question also is whether Pakistan would be able to provide adequate security to make projects in Gwadar profitable in light of the ongoing insurgency in Baluchistan. Pakistan has for long maintained that it is the only Islamic country to possess nuclear weapons and has derived considerable mileage out of it. &nbsp;

By taking sides between the two likely power blocks in the Arab world, Pakistan might inadvertently compel the other block to develop nuclear weapons of their own. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Pakistan is also slowly but surely being sucked into a financial debt trap. While being on FATF's grey list means a lost of $10 billion according to Pakistani govt information, a blacklisting will be devastating for the economy. Infact, Pakistani PM himself has warned many times blacklisting will have a devastating impact on the economy and inflation will be sky rocketing.&nbsp;

It now seems the only way out for Imran Khan to deliver on his election promise of 'rooting out corruption' and embark on a path of inclusive development in the region. &nbsp; 
&nbsp;

The impact of Abraham Accords and normalisation of ties between Israel -- with United Arab Emirates and Bahrain -- will be seen on both India and Pakistan. For India, it is a good news -- as it has close ties ties will all three countries.

The impact of Abraham Accords and normalisation of ties between Israel -- with United Arab Emirates and Bahrain -- will be seen on both India and Pakistan. For India, it is a good news -- as it has close ties ties will all three countries. To this end, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said, "We have followed the Abraham Accords signed in Washington DC by UAE, Bahrain, Israel and the US. India has always supported peace and stability in West Asia which is our extended neighbourhood. As such, we welcome these agreements for normalisation of relations between Israel and UAE and Bahrain." "We also continue our traditional support for the Palestinian cause and hope for early resumption of direct negotiations for an acceptable two-state solution," he added. The first signs of realignment in the Arab world were seen during the Islamic Conference held at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in December 2019. This event saw the participation of leaders from Turkey, Iran and Qatar as well as representatives from other Muslim countries of the region. Saudi Arabia, de facto leader of the Muslim world and Pakistan, heavily dependent on its largesse, were conspicuous by their absence. This led to speculation that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, wanted to project his country as an alternate power centre of the Ummah and reclaim the erstwhile Caliphate. This development perhaps catalysed Israel and UAE to sign a historic deal in August 2020 and establish full diplomatic relations. Similar deals also exist between Israel and two other Arab countries, Egypt and Jordan. Further, reports have also surfaced suggesting diplomatic and intelligence co-operation between Israel and Saudi Arabia, possibly to counter the common threat of Iran and the rising stature of Turkey in the Ummah. And then, it's the China angle to West Asian politics. A recently publicised document revealed that China and Iran may be considering the conclusion of a 25-year Strategic Partnership deal. This deal would guarantee energy supply from Iran to China at cheap rates, while Iran would benefit from billions of dollars of Chinese investment to overcome crippling economic sanction imposed by the US after it withdrew from the Iran Nuclear Deal in 2018. These developments are likely to lead to a realignment in West Asia with Turkey, Iran and Qatar forming one group and Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, Egypt and Israel forming the other group. The Chinese have interests in both groups but can be expected to invest in connecting Turkey's 'Middle Corridor' with its own Silk Route and also get Iran onboard in the BRI--Belt and road initative. The result of the forthcoming presidential election in the US would influence Iran's stance. If President Trump is re-elected in end 2020, Iran would be left with no choice but to partner with Beijing, else it could look at re-implementing the Iran Nuclear Deal of 2015 with the newly-elected Democratic Party Administration. That would put the lid on Chinese aspirations in Iran. Imran Khan's Pakistan has so far played a tight rope between the two groupings. In July 2020, China signed a $1.5 billion contract with Pakistan for construction of the Azad Pattan and Kohala hydro-electric power projects in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir. As part of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), China is likely to invest about USD 62 Billion in Pakistan over 15 years. It is common knowledge that Gwadar is being developed as a dual-use port to ensure that China has a permanent military base at the mouth of the Persian Gulf, just as it has in the Gulf of Aden at Djibouti. With Turkey and possibly Iran likely to be important hubs in the Silk Route, Pakistan has no option but to remain engaged with this particular Arab group. In this grouping, Qatar, whose diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain and Egypt have been severed since June 2017, is a natural partner and financer. However, it will have to be seen how China engages with Turkey, Iran and Pakistan in the name of BRI, to expand its global footprint. In that case, Imran Khan's Pakistan cannot think of taking sides against the oil rich Saudi Arabia -- which has agreed to commit $20 billion to create sustainable projects in Pakistan and likely to provide good returns in future. This includes an investment of about USD 8 Billion for construction of an oil refinery at Gwadar Port. UAE has also invested in this area. Not playing ball with the Saudis may impact 4 million Pakistani expatriate workers in the country in favour of Indians or Bangladeshis. The key question also is whether Pakistan would be able to provide adequate security to make projects in Gwadar profitable in light of the ongoing insurgency in Baluchistan. Pakistan has for long maintained that it is the only Islamic country to possess nuclear weapons and has derived considerable mileage out of it. By taking sides between the two likely power blocks in the Arab world, Pakistan might inadvertently compel the other block to develop nuclear weapons of their own. Pakistan is also slowly but surely being sucked into a financial debt trap. While being on FATF's grey list means a lost of $10 billion according to Pakistani govt information, a blacklisting will be devastating for the economy. Infact, Pakistani PM himself has warned many times blacklisting will have a devastating impact on the economy and inflation will be sky rocketing. It now seems the only way out for Imran Khan to deliver on his election promise of 'rooting out corruption' and embark on a path of inclusive development in the region.

Decoding the impact of Abraham Accords on Indian subcontinent

Harsimrat Badal walked out of Lok Sabha this evening when the House was taking up discussion on the Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Bill, 2020,

Indian lawmaker Harsimrat Badal resigns from Union Cabinet in protest against farm Bills

With a population of just about 4 million, Indian-Americans form a small yet financially affluent & politically active part of the U.S. with less than 50 days to go for the U.S. election, Indiaspora & AAPI Data have released a joint report on Indian American voters' attitude for the upcoming polls.

Fineprint: Who will Indian-American voters choose?

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today said that China has illegally occupied 38,000 sq km of India's territory in Ladakh, while Pakistan illegally gave away 5,180 square kilometres of PoK's area to Beijing citing the so-called '1963 boundary agreement.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on India-China border standoff

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that though New Delhi remains committed to a peaceful resolution of the crisis in Ladakh, it is prepared to tackle "all contingencies".

"We do remain committed to a peaceful resolution of the current situation. At the same time, we remain prepared to deal with all contingencies," said Singh in the Upper House (Rajya Sabha) of the Parliament.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The defence minister also said Chinese actions in the Ladakh border reflect a disregard of various bilateral agreements signed between both the sides, adding that the amassing of the Chinese forces is against the 1993 and 1996 agreements.&nbsp;

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He also hailed Indian troops for displaying 'sayyam' (patience) in the region despite Chinese provocations and for equally showcasing 'shaurya' (valour) to protect the territorial integrity.&nbsp;

"The conduct of our armed forces throughout these incidents shows that while they maintained 'Sayyam' in face of provocative actions, they also equally displayed 'Shaurya' when it was required to protect the territorial integrity of India," Singh said.&nbsp;

He also accused China of claiming Indian territory of 90,000 sq km in the Eastern Sector of the boundary in the state of Arunachal Pradesh and said the country illegally occupied 38,000 sq km in the Union Territory of Ladakh. &nbsp;

 
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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that though New Delhi remains committed to a peaceful resolution of the crisis in Ladakh, it is prepared to tackle "all contingencies".

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that though New Delhi remains committed to a peaceful resolution of the crisis in Ladakh, it is prepared to tackle "all contingencies". "We do remain committed to a peaceful resolution of the current situation. At the same time, we remain prepared to deal with all contingencies," said Singh in the Upper House (Rajya Sabha) of the Parliament. Also read | India-China standoff: PLA plays Punjabi songs in Ladakh to distract Indian troops The defence minister also said Chinese actions in the Ladakh border reflect a disregard of various bilateral agreements signed between both the sides, adding that the amassing of the Chinese forces is against the 1993 and 1996 agreements. Also read | Indians accused of financial crime, terrorism, IPL betting on Chinese radar: Report He also hailed Indian troops for displaying 'sayyam' (patience) in the region despite Chinese provocations and for equally showcasing 'shaurya' (valour) to protect the territorial integrity. "The conduct of our armed forces throughout these incidents shows that while they maintained 'Sayyam' in face of provocative actions, they also equally displayed 'Shaurya' when it was required to protect the territorial integrity of India," Singh said. He also accused China of claiming Indian territory of 90,000 sq km in the Eastern Sector of the boundary in the state of Arunachal Pradesh and said the country illegally occupied 38,000 sq km in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

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Russia's sovereign wealth fund said on Wednesday it will supply India's Dr. Reddy's Laboratories with 100 million doses of the Sputnik-V vaccine against COVID-19 once it receives regulatory approval in India.

Russia to sell 100 million vaccine doses to Indian firm

India has found an interesting solution to keep people in contact with each other, given the severity of coronavirus pandemic in the country.&nbsp;

A hospital in the world’s largest democracy recently deployed a robot to not only patrol its wards, but also to help patients connect with their loved one.

The best thing about a robot overlooking coronavirus wards is that it keeps healthcare workers safe from the virus.

The robot is called “Mitra”, which translated into “friend” in Hindi. The robot had earlier interacted with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a 2017 event.

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According to news agency Reuters, the robot’s eyes are equipped with facial recognition technology, to ensure it remembers those he had interacted with earlier.

Mitra’s chest also has a tablet to allow video calls, being in touch with family, but also for medical staff to supervise the contagious wards.

"It takes a lot of time to recover, and during this time, when patients need their families the most, they are unable to visit," Dr Arun Lakhanpal, a doctor at the Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Noida Extension, told Reuters. The basic usage of Mitra is restricted to patients unable to communicate using their phones.

<h6><img alt="A patient suffering from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) speaks to his family members, using a robot named 'Mitra' at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Noida, on the outskirts of New Delhi, India, September 15, 2020" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="12218940-7c69-4bac-8ea6-f3d41f4bf97a" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20%282%29_107.jpg" />A patient suffering from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) speaks to his family members, using a robot named 'Mitra' at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Noida, on the outskirts of New Delhi, India, September 15, 2020 | Reuters 
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The robot was developed by Invento Robotics, a Bengaluru-based start-up. The hospital paid 1 million rupees ($13,600) to acquire Mitra, as reported by Reuters.

On Wednesday, India crossed the grim 5 million threshold for the total number of coronavirus cases.

India has found an interesting solution to keep people in contact with each other, given the severity of coronavirus pandemic in the country. A hospital in the world’s largest democracy recently deployed a robot to not only patrol its wards, but also to help patients connect with their loved one.

India has found an interesting solution to keep people in contact with each other, given the severity of coronavirus pandemic in the country. A hospital in the world’s largest democracy recently deployed a robot to not only patrol its wards, but also to help patients connect with their loved one. The best thing about a robot overlooking coronavirus wards is that it keeps healthcare workers safe from the virus. The robot is called “Mitra”, which translated into “friend” in Hindi. The robot had earlier interacted with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a 2017 event. A robot named 'Mitra', which is used by the patients suffering from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) to communicate with their relatives, is seen in Noida | Reuters According to news agency Reuters, the robot’s eyes are equipped with facial recognition technology, to ensure it remembers those he had interacted with earlier. Mitra’s chest also has a tablet to allow video calls, being in touch with family, but also for medical staff to supervise the contagious wards. "It takes a lot of time to recover, and during this time, when patients need their families the most, they are unable to visit," Dr Arun Lakhanpal, a doctor at the Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Noida Extension, told Reuters. The basic usage of Mitra is restricted to patients unable to communicate using their phones. A patient suffering from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) speaks to his family members, using a robot named 'Mitra' at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital in Noida, on the outskirts of New Delhi, India, September 15, 2020 | Reuters The robot was developed by Invento Robotics, a Bengaluru-based start-up. The hospital paid 1 million rupees ($13,600) to acquire Mitra, as reported by Reuters. On Wednesday, India crossed the grim 5 million threshold for the total number of coronavirus cases.

Meet Mitra, the friendly robot connecting coronavirus patients with loved ones in India

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