DEC charities long-standing presence in India means that they have licences and bank accounts required by law that are reportedly causing problems for some NGOs.

Rates of coronavirus in rural areas are thought to be three times higher than reported, with a lack of doctors and health facilities a major concern.

Around the UK individuals, communities, associations and companies have been fundraising for our Coronavirus Appeal.

"India needs the world’s help now," say aid workers as the coronavirus crisis there continues to worsen.

DEC Chief Executive Saleh Saeed was delighted to welcome His Royal Highness Prince William onto a call with Syrian aid workers.

Aid workers say the situation in the world's most fragile state is the worst it has been for the whole of the war.

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