PM Modi likely to join Biden Democracy Summit; Taiwan invited, China and Russia off list

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to join the "Summit for Democracy" at the invitation of US President Joe Biden. India is among more than 100 countries that have been invited to the virtual summit scheduled for December 9-10. The summit will mainly focus on issues of erosion of democracy. Leaders should also discuss how to protect freedom and rights. "The virtual summit, which will take place on December 9 and 10, will galvanize commitments and initiatives on three main themes: the defense against authoritarianism, the fight against corruption and the promotion of respect for human rights," said a White…