India's coronavirus crisis intensifies as nations pledge aid

ReutersPublished: Apr 26, 2021 5:28 AM

India's coronavirus cases hit a record peak for a fifth day on Monday as countries including Britain, Germany and the United States pledged to send urgent medical aid to help tackle the crisis overwhelming its hospitals.

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