Monsoon rains arrive on Kerala coast in southwest India: government official

India's annual monsoon arrived on the Kerala coast on Monday, an official at the state-run weather office said, marking the start of the four-month rainy season that is crucial for the country's farm-dependent economy.

Russia reports 9,035 new coronavirus infections

Russia on Monday reported 9,035 new cases of the novel coronavirus, taking the nationwide tally of infections to 414,878.

Singapore confirms 408 new coronavirus cases on monday: health ministry

Singapore confirmed 408 new coronavirus cases on Monday, its health ministry said, bringing the city-state's tally to 35,292.