Modi Seeks to Light Lamps of India's Loyalty
Three-week nationwide curfew curbs the virus though numbers rising
By: John Elliott
People lit candles, torches and other lamps in homes and other buildings across India for nine minutes at 9pm tonight to demonstrate the country’s determination to win the fight against coronavirus.
The country-wide display demonstrated the unique leadership appeal of Narendra Modi, the prime minister, who lit a ceremonial lamp in Delhi a…
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