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New Delhi plays peacemaker, Iranian President Pezeshkian meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince on sidelines of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 6:29:52 PM IST

New Delhi on Saturday played peacemaker as Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, met the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. who represents the United Arab Emirates, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

Brazil, India have potential to build deeper strategic, economic ties: Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 6:29:44 PM IST

Brazil and India have the potential to develop a much deeper strategic and economic partnership, Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira said, highlighting the rapid growth in bilateral trade, expanding business ties and close political coordination betwe ... read..

BRICS Delhi Declaration puts AI at the heart of cooperation on growth, health, energy, development

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 6:29:42 PM IST

Artificial Intelligence has emerged as a key pillar of the BRICS New Delhi Declaration, with member countries underlining its potential to drive economic growth and sustainable development while calling for international cooperation to ensure AI remains s ... read..

BRICS Delhi Declaration backs UN reform to amplify Global South voice; China, Russia support India, Brazil for greater role in UNSC

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 6:00:13 PM IST

The BRICS Delhi Declaration has backed comprehensive reform of the United Nations, including the UN Security Council, calling for greater representation of developing countries and stressing that the reform should lead to an amplified voice of the Global ... read..

BRICS New Delhi Declaration calls for stronger people-to-people ties, women-led development, youth cooperation

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 5:59:40 PM IST

The New Delhi Declaration 2026, adopted unanimously at the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital, has placed strong emphasis on strengthening cultural and people-to-people cooperation among member countries, with the grouping calling for greater exch ... read..

Taiwan rejects Beijings interference in Vice President Hsiaos Italy visit, defends European Parliament engagement

Taipei | September 12, 2026 5:59:37 PM IST

Taiwans Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday rejected Beijings criticism of Vice President Hsiao Bi-khims ongoing visit to Italy, saying China has no right to interfere in the trip, according to a report by Central News Agency (CNA). ... read..

PM Modi launches two postage stamps commemorating 20 years of BRICS

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 5:30:00 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched two postage stamps commemorating 20 years of BRICS at the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital. ... read..

BRICS Summit 2026 : Xi Jinping calls on BRICS nations to take on peace maker role amid West Asia conflict

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 5:29:56 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on BRICS nations to take on a peacemaking role amid the conflict in West Asia, reported Reuters. ... read..

Rule-Taker into Rule-Shaper: PM Modi proposes 10 governance reforms for Global South for next BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 5:29:50 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday proposed the formulation of 10 proposals for global governance reform, which BRICS members could develop into a BRICS Reform Roadmap by the next Summit, and called for transforming the Global South from a rule-tak ... read..

BRICS New Delhi Declaration expresses concern over West Asia tensions, calls for exercising restraint

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 5:29:37 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi Declaration 2026 at the 18th BRICS Summit being held in the national capital. ... read..

PM Modi, BRICS leaders witness Bharat Innovates exhibition in Delhi

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 5:29:35 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with BRICS leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Saturday witnessed the Bharat Innovates exhibition at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi during the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

BRICS Summit unanimously adopts 'New Delhi Declaration', stresses need to engage in conflict prevention

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 4:59:42 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi Declaration 2026 at the 18th BRICS Summit being held in the national capital. ... read..

Warm handshakes, global bonhomie: PM Modi shares moments with Putin and Xi as 18th BRICS Summit begins

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 4:59:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday shared warm moments with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping as the 18th BRICS Summit began at Bharat Mandapam under India's chairship. ... read..

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visits Loktak Lake in Manipur, enjoys boat ride

Bishnupur (Manipur) | September 12, 2026 4:29:42 PM IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Saturday visited the picturesque Loktak Lake in Manipur's Bishnupur district and enjoyed a boat ride during his visit to the northeastern state. ... read..

"Coming of age of BRICS": PM Modi calls for tangible outcomes under India's chairship

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 4:00:18 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday officially opened the BRICS Summit 2026. Addressing the summit the Prime Minister called for tangible outcomes, stating that BRICS nations respect each other's perspectives and move forward through consensus. ... read..

Troika arrangement to track outcomes: PM Modi advocates secure digital repository to strengthen BRICS implementation

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 4:00:15 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday called for a robust implementation framework anchored by a Troika system and a secure digital repository to track decisions, nodal points, and timeframes across annual presidency rotations. ... read..

"Raising our ambitions even higher": PM Modi, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince discuss defence, AI, space, energy, IMEC

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 4:00:13 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held a meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, with the two leaders discussing ways to further advance the India-UAE Strate ... read..

BLF claims over 12 Pakistani military personnel, police officer killed in 11 Balochistan attacks

Balochistan | September 12, 2026 4:00:07 PM IST

The Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF) claimed on Thursday that more than 12 Pakistani military personnel and one police officer were killed in 11 attacks carried out across Balochistan between August 15 and September 9, according to a report by The Baloc ... read..

Pakistani forces accused of killing five civilians, including child in Balochistan

Balochistan | September 12, 2026 4:00:00 PM IST

Five civilians, including a 13-year-old boy, have reportedly been killed in two separate incidents in Balochistans Khuzdar district, with local sources and the Balochistan National Party (BNP) accusing Pakistani security forces of responsibility, as repo ... read..

BRICS Summit 2026: PM Modi welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping at Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:29:48 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday arrived at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi to attend the BRICS Summit 2026 under Indias chairship. ... read..

Big diplomatic breakthrough: BRICS nations to issue joint statement today, India ensures consensus despite divergent positions

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:29:41 PM IST

In a major diplomatic breakthrough a joint statement will be issued by the BRICS nations during the summit today. ... read..

BRICS Summit: PM Modi welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin to Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:29:37 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Russian President Vladimir Putin at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi as the 18th BRICS Summit begins under Indias chairship. ... read..

BRICS Summit 2026: PM Modi welcomes South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi at venue

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:29:26 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi at Bharat Mandapam, the venue for the BRICS Summit 2026 under the chairship of India. ... read..

BRICS Summit: PM Modi welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin at Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:29:22 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Russian President Vladimir Putin at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi as the 18th BRICS Summit begins under Indias chairship. ... read..

At UNHRC, experts praise Indias education model, Akshar Foundations tradition-modernity approach

Geneva | September 12, 2026 3:29:21 PM IST

On the sidelines of the 63rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), Dr Holly Shaw, Representative of ICN ECOSOC, and William McEwan Benatar, Volunteer at Akshar Foundation, highlighted the achievements of the Indian education system a ... read..

PM Modi, Russian President Putin arrive at Bharat Mandapam as BRICS Summit 2026 kickstarts

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:00:13 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday arrived at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi as the 18th BRICS Summit begins under Indias chairship. PM Modi was accompanied by EAM S Jaishankar. ... read..

Brazilian FM Mauro Vieira, Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, Indonesia Prabowo Subianto arrive at Bharat Mandapam as BRICS Summit 2026 kickstarts

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:00:04 PM IST

Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Saturday as the 18th BRICS Summit begins under Indias chairship. ... read..

Brazilian FM Mauro Vieira, Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, Indonesia Prez Prabowo Subianto arrive at Bharat Mandapam as BRICS Summit 2026 kickstarts

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:00:02 PM IST

BRICS Summit 2026: PM Modi welcomes Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira at venue

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 2:59:59 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed Brazilian Foreign Affairs Minister Mauro Vieira at Bharat Mandapam, the venue for the BRICS Summit 2026 under the chairship of India. ... read..

"Taking old friendship into new frontiers": PM Modi discusses defence, critical minerals with Ethiopian PM, hails India-Africa ties

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 2:30:16 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday discussed defence, investment linkages, critical minerals and clean energy with his Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, stating that the two nations are taking an old fr ... read..

"Working on Iran's NBD membership": Iran FM Araghchi describes PM Modi-Pezeshkian meeting as "strong", hails cooperation in BRICS

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:00:19 PM IST

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday said that Tehran is working towards becoming a new member of BRICS New Development Bank and that some countries have extended support. ... read..

Look forward to constructive discussions: India welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping on arrival in New Delhi for BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 2:00:06 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit and was received by Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada at the airport. ... read..

India, Vietnam reaffirm commitment to further strengthen partnership as PM Modi meets counterpart on BRICS sidelines

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 1:59:58 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Prime Minister of Vietnam, Le Minh Hung, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi and reviewed the progress in bilateral ties, according to an official Ministry of External Affairs press release. ... read..

BYC raises questions over judicial impartiality, alleges fair defence violations in Gullzadi Baloch case

Balochistan | September 12, 2026 1:29:45 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has expressed serious concern over the conduct of proceedings in the case of Gullzadi Baloch before the Additional Sessions Judge-I, raising questions over judicial impartiality and the right to a fair defence, accordin ... read..

Vietnam's Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung arrives in Delhi to attend 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 1:29:38 PM IST

Vietnam's Foreign Affairs Minister Le Hoai Trung arrived in the national capital on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. ... read..

"China-India working together serves interests of both people," says Chinese Journalist Wenting Xie

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 1:29:36 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS Summit 2026. The Chinese President will also meet PM Modi later in the day. ... read..

PM Modi discusses trade, defence, semiconductors with Malaysian counterpart; security partnership with Ethiopian PM

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 1:29:34 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held a bilateral meeting with Malaysian and Ethiopian counterparts Anwar Ibrahim and Abiy Ahmed Ali, respectively, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, discussing bilateral ties across defence, trade and econ ... read..

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Delhi to attend 18th BRICS summit, to meet PM Modi later today

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 12:59:30 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS summit. The Chinese President will also meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later today. ... read..

South African journalists call for economic cooperation among BRICS nations, laud India's diplomacy

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 12:59:20 PM IST

South African journalists covering the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi called for pooling resources and for the Global South to be self-sufficient, while hailing Indias diplomacy as the host nation. ... read..

BRICS summit should focus on peace, says Russian blogger Anastasia Golyakova as international journalists cover summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 12:59:19 PM IST

As the 18th BRICS Summit got underway in New Delhi, international journalists covering the gathering welcomed the blocs discussions on expanding economic cooperation, local-currency trade and digital payment systems, with a Russian blogger also calling f ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu meets Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian in Delhi

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 12:59:17 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi. ... read..

JKJAAC questions Health Ministers 18-member personal staff amid health facility shortages in PoJK

Muzaffarabad | September 12, 2026 12:59:15 PM IST

The Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC) has questioned the allocation of government resources toward the personal staff and protocol of Health Minister Dr Mustafa Bashir Abbasi, while highlighting the reported lack of basic healthcare faci ... read..

Malaysia, Ethiopia agree to stronger defence cooperation with India during bilateral meetings with PM Modi: Sources

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 12:29:27 PM IST

Malaysia and Ethiopia have expressed their keenness for stronger defence cooperation with India on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit 2026, sources stated. ... read..

Chinese President Xi Jinping lands in Delhi, will attend 18th BRICS summit meet PM Modi

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 12:29:23 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS summit. The Chinese President will also meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later today. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Vietnamese counterpart Le Minh Hung on sidelines of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 12:29:06 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Le Minh Hung, Vietnamese Prime Minister, in New Delhi on Saturday, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince on sidelines of 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 11:59:18 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Saturday, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, with India and the UAE seeking to further str ... read..

India has vision, strength to harmonise global economy: Nigerian, Indonesian journalists hail amazing BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 11:29:40 AM IST

Chairman of the Diplomatic Correspondents Association of Nigeria (DICAN), Idehai Frederick, on Saturday said that India has the vision, strength and potential to harmonise the global economy through BRICS, while Indonesian journalist Mega Mei Wahidawati c ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim on sidelines of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 11:29:37 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in New Delhi on Saturday, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

Xi Jinping to chart course for high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation: Global Times

Beijing | September 12, 2026 10:59:38 AM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping is headed to New Delhi to participate in the 16th BRICS Summit and hold a key bilateral with PM Narendra Modi. Ahead of the big visit, Chinese state run Global Times has hailed the potential of the BRICS bloc especially in tur ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Ethiopian counterpart Abiy Ahmed Ali on sidelines of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 10:59:33 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed Ali at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Saturday, on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit. Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and UAE became full member of ... read..

Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung arrives in Delhi to attend 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 10:59:24 AM IST

Le Minh Hung, Vietnamese Prime Minister, arrived in New Delhi on Saturday for the 18th BRICS Summit 2026 as India hosts the grouping's annual summit under its 2026 Chairship. ... read..

"Truly need BRICS Pay to transact in local currencies": TV BRICS Africa journalist Melissa Hollow

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 10:30:09 AM IST

Multimedia producer at TV BRICS Africa, Melissa Hollow, on Saturday emphasised trading in local currency and having a system of payments among BRICS nations ahead of the summit in India. ... read..

BRICS summit provides good opportunity for India, China to better ties: Chinese journalist Ren Yan on President Xi's visit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 9:59:18 AM IST

Chinese journalist Ren Yan on Saturday said that the 18th BRICS Summit being hosted by India has provided a good platform for the leaders of India and China to meet and discuss issues of mutual interest, asserting that the two countries can work together ... read..

China roots for multipolar global economic order as Xi Jinping heads to BRICS Summit: Xinhua

Beijing | September 12, 2026 9:59:15 AM IST

As the BRICS enters its third decade, China, being a core member, has called for an inclusive and multipolar global economic order, with cooperation among nations in the Global South. ... read..

Belarus Foreign Affairs Minister Ryzhenkov arrives in Delhi to attend 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 9:59:12 AM IST

Maxim Ryzhenkov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus, arrived in New Delhi on Saturday for the 18th BRICS Summit 2026 as India hosts the grouping's annual summit under its 2026 chairship. ... read..

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim meets Russian President Putin on sidelines of BRICS summit, discuss cooperation between two countries

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 9:30:31 AM IST

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Friday night held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

"Wonderful experience": TV BRICS Africa journalist on covering BRICS Summit in India

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 9:59:20 AM IST

Ayanda Holo, President of TV BRICS Africa, said that covering the BRICS Summit in India has been a "wonderful experience", while highlighting the large number of delegations and business representatives attending the summit. ... read..

"Means war with Russia": Putin warns Europe against sending troops to Ukraine

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 9:30:19 AM IST

Amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned European nations against sending troops to Kyiv, clarifying that the nation does not threaten European countries. ... read..

Chinese President Xi Jinping leaves Beijing for Delhi to attend 18th BRICS Summit, to meet PM Modi later today

Beijing | September 12, 2026 9:00:08 AM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping left Beijing on Saturday for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Xinhua reported. President Xi will hold a bilateral meeting with PM Modi later on Saturday ... read..

The $5,000 Dividend will happen: US President Trump reiterates pre-poll promise

Washington DC | September 12, 2026 9:00:06 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has again reiterated his promise of a USD 5,000 Trump Dividend for every adult citizen, saying the payment will happen and linking it to the economic gains and revenue generated by the United States. ... read..

"Everything happening in Europe is result of systemic mistakes by the West": Putin on rise of 'Alternative for Germany'

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 8:59:50 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday said that what is happening in Europe is the result of "systemic mistakes" by the West in politics, security and the economy, while commenting on the Alternative for Germany (AfD) surging into first place in st ... read..

Pakistan: Human Rights Focus Pakistan holds consultation to strengthen human rights documentation, fact-finding, advocacy for marginalised

Faisalabad | September 12, 2026 8:29:36 AM IST

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP), in collaboration with the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD), held a consultation meeting in Faisalabad, Pakistan, on Human Rights Documentation, Fact-Finding and Advocacy for the marginalised communities. ... read..

"Perpetrators of 9/11 were not Iranians": Baghaei slams Hegseth for using 9/11 anniversary to "justify" war against Iran

Tehran | September 12, 2026 7:29:21 AM IST

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei launched a fierce rebuke against Washington, accusing the US government of attempting to justify "a reckless and unlawful war against Iran" by invoking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 World Trade Cent ... read..

Putin meets President El-Sisi on sidelines of BRICS Summit, says "we take Egypt's stance into account"

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 7:29:20 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, underscoring the steady expansion of bilateral trade and key joint initiatives despite ongoing global challenges. ... read..

"Perpetrators were not Iranians": Baghaei slams Hegseth for using 9/11 anniversary to "justify" war against Iran

Tehran | September 12, 2026 7:29:18 AM IST

Saudi Arabia condemns drone strike on East-West pipeline, holds off retaliation as Iraq sacks commander; opens probe

Riyadh | September 12, 2026 7:29:15 AM IST

Saudi Arabia has issued a strong condemnation following a drone attack on its strategic East-West Pipeline, originating from Iraq, which caused injuries and physical damage. ... read..

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrives in New Delhi for BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 6:58:58 AM IST

World Health Organisation (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus arrived in India on Saturday for the BRICS Summit 2026, being hosted by New Delhi. ... read..

Three Indian Air Force Qualified Flying Instructors join Royal Air Force Valley to train UK pilots

North Wales | September 12, 2026 6:58:53 AM IST

Three Indian Air Force Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) have joined the Royal Air Force (RAF) Valley in Wales, UK, to train British fast-jet pilots in a historic bilateral defence milestone. ... read..

US, India partner to secure undersea cable networks and expand digital connectivity under TRUST initiative

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 6:00:03 AM IST

The United States and India have joined hands to strengthen the security, resilience, and diversification of global undersea cable networks, highlighting New Delhi's emerging strategic position as a global digital hub. ... read..

"Non-West, not anti-West": Former diplomat Veena Sikri outlines India's strategic autonomy at BRICS summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 5:59:59 AM IST

Defining Indias foreign policy posture, former diplomat Veena Sikri highlighted New Delhi's commitment to strategic autonomy, emphasising that while India represents the Global South, its position remains strictly "non-West" rather than "anti-West." ... read..

"Opportunity for India to reassert its global leadership": South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman on BRICS 2026

Washington, DC | September 12, 2026 4:29:55 AM IST

South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman said on Saturday that the 18th BRICS Summit offers India, the chair, a pivotal platform to reassert its global leadership and strengthen ties with the Global South amid growing volatility in the international order. ... read..

Putin says Russia hit with "more than 30,000 sanctions"; condemns "ugly" trade tactics, secondary penalty threats

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 4:29:52 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday revealed that Russia has been hit with over 30,000 sanctions, more than double the total restrictions slapped on all other countries in the world combined, as he condemned global economic coercion and "ugly" comp ... read..

BRICS 2026: Eurasian Economic Union seeks stronger trade, energy, and digital ties with India, says EEC Minister Daniyar Imanaliev

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:59:47 AM IST

Highlighting the pivotal role of India as a key trade partner in the region, Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Minister in charge of Integration and Macroeconomics, Daniyar Imanaliev, stated that the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is actively evaluating ... read..

Putin takes potshots at so-called G-7, says over 40% of world's GDP has been produced by the BRICS countries

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 3:59:46 AM IST

Hailing the contribution of BRICS member states to the world economy, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday took potshots at G-7 and said the BRICS countries account for more than half of the world's population and have dynamic, vibrant, domestic m ... read..

Sure that India can lead BRICS in an excellent way: Iranian FM Araghchi

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 2:59:45 AM IST

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday praised Indias chairship of BRICS, expressing confidence in New Delhis ability to guide the expanding bloc of emerging economies ahead of the summit on Saturday. ... read..

"Peace can only be established when there is justice": Mirwaiz Umar Farooq after meeting with Pezeshkian

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 2:59:43 AM IST

All Parties Hurriyat Conference President Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday delivered a strong appeal for peace, diplomacy, and justice amid the ongoing West Asia tensions, stating that "peace can only be established when there is justice" on the sidelines of ... read..

Leaders from Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Burundi and Cuba arrive in New Delhi for BRICS summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 6:30:27 AM IST

As India gears up to host the 18th BRICS Summit on Saturday, several heads of state and other leaders have arrived in New Delhi to attend. ... read..

Iran has successfully stood against Israel, USpeople of Iran will not surrender: Iranian President Pezeshkian

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 1:30:15 AM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday lashed out at the US and Israel over the war that started in February this year and accused them of trying to bully Iran. He said Iran will never surrender and will push back. ... read..

Chinese envoy signals potential bilateral meeting between President Jinping and PM Modi on margins of BRICS summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 1:30:14 AM IST

India and China are actively working to arrange a bilateral meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the latter is scheduled to arrive in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

"We will never, ever forget": Trump renews sacred oath on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Washington DC | September 11, 2026 11:30:12 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Friday renewed the "sacred oath" to remember the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, saying the United States will never be the same after the events that reshaped the country a quarter of a century ago. ... read..

Had nice talks with PM Modiwill pave way for further cooperation: Iran President

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 11:30:09 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday expressed hope that his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi today will pave the way for further cooperation between the two countries. ... read..

From Moscow ties to West Asia peace: PM Modis BRICS day marked by Putin, Pezeshkian meetings

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 11:30:02 PM IST

From deepening the India-Russia economic partnership to discussing West Asia and maritime security with Iran, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's engagements on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit on Friday brought together some of India's key strategic pri ... read..

Had nice talks with PM Modiwill pave way for further cooperation in areas of culture, trade, science: Iran President

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 11:29:54 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday expressed hope that his talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi today will pave the way for further cooperation between the two countries in areas such as culture, technology, trade, science and economy . ... read..

"We are an important forum": South African President hails BRICS grouping, cites global GDP share

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 10:59:58 PM IST

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday described BRICS as an important global forum, highlighting the grouping's growing demographic and economic weight and noting that its members account for around half of the world's population and 40 per ce ... read..

PM Modi, Guterres stress multipolarity, need to reform UN institutions including UNSC

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 10:59:56 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United Nations Secretary-General Antnio Guterres on Friday underscored the significance of multipolarity and the need to reform multilateral institutions, including the UN Security Council, to reflect contemporary realiti ... read..

BRICS at inflection point amid global economic shifts; opportunity to shape resilient, inclusive Global South: S African President

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 10:59:54 PM IST

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday said BRICS as a grouping is at an "inflection point" amid shifts in the global economy, changing trade patterns, rapid technological advances and growing climate pressures, calling the developments an oppo ... read..

WHO South-East Asia Region to improve access to medical devices, in vitro diagnostics and assistive technologies

Dili | September 11, 2026 10:30:44 PM IST

The WHO South-East Asia Region today committed to improving equitable access to quality-assured and affordable medical devices, including in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) and assistive technologies through an integrated life-cycle approach, from planning and r ... read..

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Malaysian PM arrives in India for 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:59:13 PM IST

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arrived in New Delhi on Friday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, as India hosts the grouping's annual summit under its 2026 chairship. ... read..

Umeed karta hun sabse jabardast community hoga: Russian Embassy Press Secretary ahead of New Delhi BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:59:07 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that the level of cooperation within BRICS is increasing enormously, Petr Sizov, Press Secretary of Russian Embassy in India, said on Friday as he expressed optimism about the deliberations at the 18th BRICS S ... read..

Excellent presidency, very productive: Brazilian FM hails Indian chairship for BRICS Summit 2026

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:30:02 PM IST

As dignitaries from more than 10 nations arrived in India to attend the BRICS summit 2026, Brazilian Foreign Affairs Minister Mauro Vieira on Friday hailed Indias chairship for the summit, saying that it is an excellent presidency with very productive ... read..

PM Modi stresses lasting regional peace, freedom of navigation in meeting with Iran President Pezeshkian

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:29:47 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday underscored the need for continued efforts to ensure lasting peace and stability in West Asia amid the conflict, safeguarding freedom of navigation and commerce and the safety and well-being of seafarers, during his ... read..

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor meets Manipur CM, Governor Bhalla; discusses expanding economic ties

Imphal (Manipur) | September 11, 2026 8:59:48 PM IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Friday met Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh and discussed ways for the United States and India to work together to expand economic ties. ... read..

PM Modi meets UN Secy General Guterres on sidelines of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 8:59:47 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) Antnio Guterres in the national capital on Friday on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

BRICS hand-in-hand: PM Modi, Putin, Pezeshkian, other leaders walk side by side, showcasing bloc unity

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 8:01:24 PM IST

In a striking visual statement of solidarity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led heads of state, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, walking side-by-side along the red ... read..

PM Modi, Iranian President Pezeshkian hold bilateral meeting on sidelines of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 8:01:17 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital on Friday, as the two leaders continued discussions on strengthening India-Iran ties and cooper ... read..

World going through one of most complex periodswhat is BRICS response to the challenges: Iran President Pezeshkian at BRICS Business Forum

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 7:00:49 PM IST

Noting that the true strength of BRICS is not confined merely to the size of its members' economics but becomes more apparent when these capacities are transformed into a network of trade, investment and joint financing, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkia ... read..

Connecting worlds most prosperous economies: Brazilian FM Mauro Vieira hails BRICS role in era of economic coercion, unilateral sanctions

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 7:00:45 PM IST

Hailing how BRICS is a platform for consolidating and connecting some of the worlds most dynamic and prosperous economies, Brazils Minister of Foreign Affairs Mauro Vieira said on Friday that the role of the platform has become even more crucial when th ... read..

"Speed, scale and optimism of BRICS evident": PM Modi at BRICS Business Forum

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 7:00:42 PM IST

PM Modi on Friday hailed BRICS nations as important centres of global innovation and solutions amid global uncertainties. ... read..

Reliable B2B ties backbone of global economic relations, help overcome world problems: Putin at BRICS Business Forum

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 7:00:36 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said reliable business-to-business ties and economic partnerships are the backbone of international economic relations and help overcome the problems facing the world, as he addressed the BRICS Business Forum 202 ... read..

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