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Bold leap for two economic powerhouses: EU Ambassador designate hails India FTA moving one step closer to finish line

Delhi | September 11, 2026 6:29:34 PM IST

Hailing the landmark India-EU FTA moving "one step closer to the finish line, European Ambassador designate to India and Bhutan Jean-Eric Paquet on Friday said that the proposal is a bold leap for two economic powerhouses. The ambassador-designates c ... read..

MoS Defence Sanjay Seth receives Ethiopian PM Aviy Ahmed Ali as he arrives in India for BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 6:29:17 PM IST

Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed Ali arrived in New Delhi, India, to attend the BRICS Summit 2025. The Ethiopian PM was received by Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth. India is set to host the grouping's leaders' summit on September 12 and Sep ... read..

PM Modi, President Putin visit INNOPROM Exhibition at Bharat Mandapam after bilateral talks

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 6:00:18 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday visited the INNOPROM Exhibition at Bharat Mandapam following their bilateral meeting in New Delhi, underscoring the focus on expanding industrial and economic cooperation between ... read..

Global South Institute visits VIF, proposes establishing permanent channels of cooperation between institutions

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 6:00:16 PM IST

The Instituto Sul Global, led by Brazilian journalist and Brasil 247 founder Leonardo Attuch, visited the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF) in New Delhi as part of efforts to strengthen intellectual and institutional ties between Brazil and India ... read..

PM Modi meets Russian President on sidelines of BRICS Summit, leaders review progress in defence, energy and people-to-people domains

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 5:59:57 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of BRICS Summit in the national capital and reviewed progress in bilateral ties in a range of areas including defence, energy, space and people-to- people domains ... read..

PM Modi joins BRICS leaders, business leaders for BRICS Business Forum 2026 family photo

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 5:59:51 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined BRICS leaders, the Chairs of the BRICS Business Council and the BRICS Women's Business Alliance for a family photograph in the national capital on the occasion of the BRICS Business Forum 2026. ... read..

"Confident people-to-people ties will grow with Russian translation of Thirukkural": PM Modi as he gifts sacred Tamil scripture to Putin

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 5:29:33 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed confidence that people-to-people ties between India and Russia will grow further with the translation of the Thirukkural into Russian, as he gifted the Russian version of the classical Tamil scripture to Ru ... read..

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrives in India for 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 5:29:15 PM IST

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrived in the national capital on Friday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, with India set to host the grouping's leaders' summit on September 12 and September 13 under its 2026 chairship. ... read..

PM Modi, Putin share car ride to INNOPROM exhibition after talks; Russian President to address BRICS Business Forum later

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 5:28:54 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday shared a car ride to the INNOPROM exhibition at Bharat Mandapam after their bilateral meeting in New Delhi, with the Russian President set to address the BRICS Business Forum late ... read..

Indian fish importers urge Bangladesh to lift Hilsa export ban ahead of Durga Puja

Dhaka | September 11, 2026 4:59:48 PM IST

Indian fish importers on Friday urged Bangladesh to lift the export ban on the queen of fishes, Hilsa, ahead of Durga Puja, with a Kolkata-based importer association writing to the Bangladesh Commerce Minister seeking permission to resume exports. ... read..

PM Modi gifts Russian version of sacred Tamil scripture Thirukkural to Putin during bilateral talks

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 4:59:39 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Russian President Vladimir Putin a Russian translation of the Thirukkural during their bilateral talks here on Friday, as the Russian leader arrived in the national capital ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

WHO South-East Asia Regional Committee members adopt Dili Declaration, agree to ramp up progress towards Universal Health Coverage

Dili | September 11, 2026 4:59:37 PM IST

The 79th Session of the WHO Regional Committee for South-East Asia concluded on Friday (local time) with Member States adopting the Dili Declaration on Human Resources for Health: Equity in Specialised Care, along with various landmark decisions to advanc ... read..

'Indian hospitality on another level: BRICS tourism South Africa head lauds India's hosting, calls for stronger women-led business ties

By Amrashree Mishra

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 4:59:15 PM IST

Indias ability to host the BRICS summit with warmth, efficiency, and a strong hospitality ecosystem has been "on another level", with South African tourism and business leader Thembisa Jimana lauding the preparations for the dignitaries. She also called ... read..

Russian President Putin meets PM Narendra Modi, expanding trade to $100 billion by 2030 on agenda

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 4:30:03 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks on Friday, a day ahead of the formal opening of the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

"Expect significant increase in trade numbers," says Olga Kulikova, Ambassador of Business Russia

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 4:29:53 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin visit to New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit being hosted by India sets the stage for crucial bilateral talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday. ... read..

As BRICS partners, India and Iran working for shared progress, prosperity: MEA as Iran President arrives for 18th summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 3:59:33 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in the national capital on Friday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) underlining the longstanding civilisational ties between India and Iran and their shared commitment ... read..

Nigerian VP Shettima arrives in Delhi to attend 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 3:29:49 PM IST

Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived in New Delhi on Friday ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. ... read..

Xi Jinping advocates Global South cooperation as he heads to BRICS summit in Delhi: Xinhua

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 3:29:46 PM IST

As India begins hosting the BRICS summit amid pressing global economic concerns linked to the various conflicts, including the US-Iran war, Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to attend the gathering in New Delhi. ... read..

Japan, Taiwan must strengthen defences against growing Chinese threat: Japanese lawmaker

Tokyo | September 11, 2026 3:29:44 PM IST

Japan and Taiwan face a growing military threat from China and should continue strengthening their defensive capabilities to protect their democratic systems, China-born Japanese lawmaker Hei Seki said, according to a Central News Agency (CNA) report. ... read..

Iranian President Pezeshkian arrives in Delhi to attend 18th BRICS summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 3:00:29 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in the national capital on Friday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit 2026; he will also hold a bilateral with PM Modi later in the day. ... read..

Pakistans press freedom under strain as rights groups slam Sharif govt over crackdown on journalists

Asia | September 11, 2026 3:00:38 PM IST

Islamabad [Pakistan] September 11 (ANI) Pakistans press freedom environment has come under international scrutiny, with three prominent rights organisations accusing the government of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of allowing a worsening climate of intim ... read..

BRICS platform for mutual cooperation: Russian deputat Abhay Kumar Singh

By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 3:00:16 PM IST

Abhay Kumar Singh, the Indian-origin politician who serves as a deputat (the Russian equivalent of an MLA) in the Kursk city legislature in Russia, on Friday said that the BRICS summit comes at a time when the world is witnessing pressing economic concern ... read..

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrives in Delhi to attend BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 2:29:07 PM IST

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in New Delhi on Friday ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. The Secretary-General was received by the Minister of State for Education, Sukanta Majumdar. ... read..

Nepal flood death toll reaches 1,385 as authorities continue search, relief efforts

Kathmandu | September 11, 2026 2:29:04 PM IST

The death toll from the Rasuwa floods has reached 1,385, while 5,130 people remain missing, according to the latest Search, Rescue and Relief update issued by Nepals National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA). ... read..

BRICS summit 2026: Jaishankar meets Uruguayan Foreign Minister Mario Lubetkin

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 1:59:52 PM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Friday met Uruguayan Foreign Minister Mario Lubetkin in New Delhi as the 18th BRICS summit began, with the two leaders focusing on bilateral ties. ... read..

Taiwan court jails businessman for 10 years over CCP United Front recruitment efforts

Taipei | September 11, 2026 1:59:46 PM IST

A Taiwan businessman was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison for helping develop an organisation for the Chinese Communist Partys (CCP) united front authorities, while a retired Executive Yuan official was sentenced to five years for attempt ... read..

"Goal of BRICS is to confront unilateralism": Iranian President Pezeshkian ahead of BRICS Summit

Tehran | September 11, 2026 1:28:55 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian departed Tehran for New Delhi on Friday to attend the BRICS Summit, he will also hold a bilateral with PM Modi later in the day. ... read..

Our big partner in this field: Russian helicopters official Andrianov on India-Russia aviation ties

By Amrashree Mishra

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 1:28:53 PM IST

Maxim Andrianov, International Marketing Manager at Russian Helicopters Group, on Friday said that Indias leadership of BRICS has helped advance discussions on cooperation in disaster relief, while India and Russia continue to share a longstanding partne ... read..

Three narrowly escape alleged China trafficking plot for forced organ removal

Taipei | September 11, 2026 1:28:36 PM IST

Three people in Taiwan narrowly escaped being trafficked to China, where they allegedly would have had their organs forcibly removed, after being lured by fake online job postings, according to a report by The Epoch Times. ... read..

Honouring the living, remembering the departed: Nepal celebrates Kushe Aunsi or Fathers Day

Kathmandu | September 11, 2026 1:00:03 PM IST

Thousands of people thronged the embankments of the Bagmati River flowing past the Gokarneshwor Temple in the outskirts of Kathmandu on the occasion of Kushe Aunsi, commonly known as Fathers Day'. ... read..

EAMJaishankar meets Brazil FM Mauro Vieira as BRICS Summit commences

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 12:59:45 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met his Brazilian counterpart Mauro Vieira in New Delhi as the 18th BRICS Summit commenced, with the two leaders discussing bilateral ties and cooperation in several key sectors. ... read..

New Delhis BRICS presidency offers opportunity to turn South-South cooperation into results: UNDP India chief

By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 12:59:43 PM IST

India's BRICS presidency comes at a crucial juncture and offers an opportunity to move South-South cooperation from "representation to results", Angela Lusigi, Resident Representative of UNDP India, said, highlighting India's development solutions, techno ... read..

Very bright perspective: China Chamber of Commerce VP Yu Lu on India-China trade ahead of Xi visit

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 12:29:54 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to India has envoked great interest amongs the business leaders of both countries. The Chinese President is scheduled to hold talks with PM Modi on Saturday. ... read..

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian leaves Tehran for Delhi, to hold biltaeral with PM Modi later today

Tehran | September 11, 2026 12:29:36 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has departed Tehran for India where he will attend the BRICS Summit and hold a key bilateral with PM Modi later today. ... read..

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian leaves Tehran for Delhi, to hold bilateral with PM Modi later today

Tehran | September 11, 2026 12:29:28 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has departed Tehran for India where he will attend the BRICS Summit and hold a key bilateral with PM Modi later today. ... read..

"Expect significant increase in trade numbers," says Olga Kulikova, Business Ambassador of Russia to India

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 11:29:50 AM IST

Trump claims US collecting trillions of dollars, links it to $5,000 "Trump Dividend" pre-poll promise

Texas | September 11, 2026 11:29:38 AM IST

US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim that the US is collecting trillions of dollars (through tariffs imposed on other countries) and linked the funds to his promise of a $5,000 Trump dividend for every adult. ... read..

"Global political, economic order under churn": EAM Jaishankar at BRICS Business Forum

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 11:29:36 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said the global political and economic order was undergoing significant changes, with volatility, uncertainty and complexity emerging as defining features of the world. ... read..

"Greater self-reliance" means higher economic activity, security for BRICS: EAM Jaishankar at Business Forum

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 11:29:31 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said greater economic activity and economic security within BRICS would contribute to greater self-reliance, while stressing the need to strengthen business ties, diversify commercial relationships and buil ... read..

"India brings a large and growing market": EAM Jaishankar at BRICS Business Forum

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 11:29:17 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday highlighted India's large and growing market, expanding manufacturing capabilities and strong talent pool, saying the country can contribute significantly to the next phase of BRICS economic cooperation. ... read..

Praying for a miracle or closure: US Congressman Suhas Subramanyam on Nepal flood victims still missing

Virginia | September 11, 2026 11:00:02 AM IST

US Congressman Suhas Subramanyam on Thursday (local time) said families affected by the devastating floods in Nepal were still awaiting answers about their missing loved ones, as he joined relatives of victims and members of the Virginia community at a ca ... read..

Tibetan community-in-exile stages symbolic protest ahead of Xi Jinping's visit, demands repeal of 'ethnic unity law' by China

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 10:59:53 AM IST

Members of the Tibetan community in exile in Delhi's Majnu Ka Tila staged a symbolic protest march ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping to India for the BRICS summit. The community were carrying banners calling for the reversal of the birth related (ethn ... read..

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Uganda Vice President Jessica Alupo arrive in Delhi ahead of 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 10:29:46 AM IST

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Uganda Vice President Jessica Alupo arrived in New Delhi on Friday ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. ... read..

"Economic network where strengths reinforce one another":BRICS business forum gets underway in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 10:29:38 AM IST

The BRICS business forum is underway as part of the BRICS Summit 2026 being held in the national capital. Business and government leaders from various member countries are present here. ... read..

Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu arrives in New Delhi ahead of 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 10:00:03 AM IST

Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu arrived in New Delhi on Thursday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. Upon her arrival, the Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister was warmly received by senior officials from the Ministry of External Affair ... read..

BRICS can help Global South build "development-chain resilience": Chinese editorial

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:59:58 AM IST

The BRICS summit in New Delhi comes against a backdrop of growing pressure on the global economy, with the US-Iran war and Russia's conflict with Ukraine among other things. ... read..

Uruguay Foreign Affairs Minister Mario Lubetkin arrives in New Delhi ahead of 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:59:53 AM IST

Uruguay Foreign Affairs Minister Mario Lubetkin arrived in New Delhi on Friday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

"World looking at China-India cooperation," Chinese Journalist Li Jingjing highlights importance of President Xi's visit for BRICS summit

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:59:41 AM IST

As India plays host to the BRICS Summit in the national capital all eyes will also be on the key visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping for the summit. The visit the first by the Chinese President in 7 years also marks a significant thaw in Sino-Indian rel ... read..

"Trying anything possible to get me out": Trump says no "regret" about starting war with Iran

Washington, DC | September 11, 2026 9:30:32 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed that Iran was seeking to oust him from office because it believes Democrats would be sympathetic to allowing Tehran to acquire a nuclear weapon. He asserted that Iran would not be allowed to obtain one under h ... read..

Russian FM Sergey Lavrov, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank President arrive in New Delhi for 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:30:27 AM IST

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in New Delhi on Thursday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

"Confident that summit will feature positive, meaningful discussion," says PM Modi ahead of BRICS Summit 2026

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:00:21 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the hosting of the BRICS Summit saying that this would feature positive discussions on various issues. ... read..

BRICS 2026: Indias chairship and Global South's push for "endless war to end of war"

By Vaishnavi Rastogi

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:00:18 AM IST

As New Delhi is set to host the heads of state for the 18th BRICS Summit this weekend, the multinational bloc stands at a historic crossroads amid the escalating crisis in West Asia and the protracted war in Ukraine. ... read..

Philippines Foreign Secretary Theresa P Lazaro arrives in New Delhi ahead of 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 9:00:08 AM IST

Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Maria Theresa P Lazaro arrived at the airport in New Delhi on Thursday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, 2026. ... read..

Sheikh Hasina's daughter Saima Wazed steps down as WHO Southeast Asia regional director

By Shalini Bhardwaj

Geneva | September 11, 2026 9:59:48 AM IST

Saima Wazed, daughter of ousted former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, resigned from her position as regional director for the World Health Organisations Southeast Asia, according to the WHO. ... read..

Tibet jolted by 3.7 magnitude quake following catastrophic flash floods in Nepal

Asia | September 11, 2026 7:05:37 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 on the Richter scale struck the Tibet region early Friday morning, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

"Brave Yemeni people will certainly triumph": Ghalibaf after Houthis capture strategic Red Sea city of Mocha

Tehran | September 11, 2026 7:05:34 AM IST

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Friday expressed support for "Yemeni people" following the capture of the strategic Red Sea city of Mocha by Houthis, invoking past statements from slain Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. ... read..

DHS removes controversial "Mr Singh" deportation post; terms backlash nonsensical drive

Washington, DC | September 11, 2026 6:30:46 AM IST

The US Department of Homeland Security on Thursday (local time) removed an X post featuring a Transformers-themed cartoon confronting an Indian Sikh man with the phrase Get off our roads, you dont know how to drive Mr. Singh following fierce condemnati ... read..

MEA hails "multifaceted and longstanding" bilateral ties with Russia on Putin's arrival ahead of BRICS

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 5:59:40 AM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday hailed the "multifaceted and longstanding" bilateral ties between India and Russia as President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi ahead of the BRICS Summit, being hosted by India this weekend. ... read..

INS Mysore arrives at Lumut, Malaysia to participate in 4th edition of exercise Samudra Laksamana

Lumut | September 11, 2026 5:59:37 AM IST

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Mysore arrived at Lumut, Malaysia, on Wednesday to take part in the fourth edition of the bilateral naval exercise Samudra Laksamana alongside the Royal Malaysian Navy. ... read..

Mark Carney says he spoke with Trump "recently" amid trade dispute; discussed Ukraine and Iran war

Calgary | September 11, 2026 4:59:26 AM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he has spoken directly with US President Donald Trump several times in recent days to discuss major world events, including the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Iran. ... read..

BRICS pay system focuses on financial sovereignty, not de-dollarisation: BRICS international chairman Pawan Joshi

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 4:28:30 AM IST

Clarifying the core objectives behind the proposed BRICS cross-border payment mechanism, Pawan Joshi, Chairman of BRICS International, stated that the initiative is designed to build financial bridges and bolster national sovereignty rather than replace g ... read..

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi ahead of BRICS summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 3:59:16 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, being hosted by India this weekend. ... read..

UNT receives transformative USD 20 mn gift from alumnus Vikas Sinha and family to launch AI college

Texas | September 11, 2026 3:29:27 AM IST

Opportunity has a way of changing lives in unexpected ways. For Anuradha and Vikas ('23 PhD) Sinha, a decision to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of North Texas has grown into a shared vision for expanding access to education, advancing researc ... read..

Eknath Shinde pays homage to Babasaheb Ambedkar at London residence, calls site a Holy Spot

London | September 11, 2026 2:29:32 AM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Dr Babasaheb Ambedkars residence in London on Thursday and paid homage to the architect of the Indian Constitution. ... read..

"I promise Ill be back": US envoy Sergio Gor explores Darjeeling with former foreign secy Harsh Shringla

Darjeeling (West Bengal) | September 11, 2026 2:29:30 AM IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Thursday paid an official visit to Darjeeling following a personal invitation from Rajya Sabha MP, former Foreign Secretary, and former Indian Ambassador to the US, Harsh Vardhan Shringla. ... read..

Five-member Armenian Armed Forces delegation visits IAF station under the Western Air Command

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 2:29:28 AM IST

A five-member high-level delegation from the Armenian Armed Forces visited a frontline Indian Air Force (IAF) station under the Western Air Command on Thursday, deepening strategic ties and military-to-military engagement between India and Armenia. ... read..

Iranian strikes in Jordan damage several US aircraft, but cause no American casualties: Report

Amman | September 11, 2026 2:29:27 AM IST

Several US military aircraft sustained damage following overnight Iranian strikes on the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan on Wednesday. ... read..

Brazilian FM Mauro Vieira arrives in New Delhi to attend 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 11, 2026 1:29:22 AM IST

Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira has arrived in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS summit, scheduled to be held this weekend in Bharat Mandapam under India's chairship. ... read..

Delhi gears up to host 18th BRICS Summit as global leaders begin arriving

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 11:29:32 PM IST

Delhi is gearing up to host the BRICS Summit on September 12 and September 13, with several world leaders and senior delegations set to arrive in the national capital from late Thursday evening to early Friday morning. ... read..

"World going through difficult time but BRICS a stabilising force": Ex-Sherpa Bhattacharyya

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 11:29:30 PM IST

As India prepares to host the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital, former BRICS Sherpa and Indian diplomat Sanjay Bhattacharyya has described the grouping as a "stabilising force" at a time of geopolitical churn, saying India's leadership could prov ... read..

President Murmu meets Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, appreciates work under AKDN

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 11:29:07 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday met Prince Rahim Aga Khan V at Rashtrapati Bhavan and appreciated the work undertaken by the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), highlighting the role of non-profit organisations in improving people's quality of life ... read..

From queues to campus cookout: Nepal students protest cooking gas shortage with symbolic roadside meal

Kathmandu | September 10, 2026 10:29:43 PM IST

As Nepal's cooking gas shortage continues to disrupt daily life, students in Kathmandu took their cooking pots to the streets, turning the entrance of Ratna Rajya Laxmi Campus into a makeshift kitchen to protest the crisis. ... read..

PM Modi speaks with German Chancellor, vows to deepen Strategic Partnership

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 9:29:10 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the phone and reaffirmed the commitment of India and Germany to further deepen their Strategic Partnership across key areas, including trade and investment, defence, ... read..

Talks with PM Modi, BRICS Business Forum address on agenda as Russian President Putin set to attend 18th Summit in India

Moscow | September 10, 2026 8:59:40 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit India from September 11 to September 13 to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital, with a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and an address at the BRICS Business Forum among t ... read..

MEA expects 1,200-1,300 journalists for BRICS Summit coverage, says information dissemination key challenge

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 8:29:26 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday said that it expects around 1,200-1,300 journalists to arrive in the national capital to cover the 18th BRICS Summit, with a sizeable contingent expected from BRICS member, partner and invited countries. ... read..

From Bihar's sattu, Odisha's coffee to Gujarat's handicrafts, BRICS media kit gives inkling of "India Story"

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 8:00:14 PM IST

From Bihar's earthy and traditional sattu to the coffee grown in the hills of Koraput in Odisha and the intricate handicrafts of Gujarat, few elements of India's diverse cultural and culinary landscape are finding a place alongside high diplomacy at the 1 ... read..

Brasil 247 joins BRICS technology dialogue in New Delhi, pushes for stronger Brazil-India ties

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 7:59:58 PM IST

Brazilian media organisation Brasil 247 participated in a BRICS-related event in New Delhi on Wednesday, with its founder and journalist Leonardo Attuch attending the session Leveraging Diaspora Strength for Global Tech Partnerships, organised by the El ... read..

World Uyghur Congress VP slams China over Uyghur detentions, forced labour at UNHRC

Geneva | September 10, 2026 7:59:51 PM IST

China faced renewed criticism at the 63rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, with World Uyghur Congress Vice President Zumret Erkin warning that serious abuses against Uyghurs and other predominantly Muslim communities in the Xinjiang Uyg ... read..

Chinas grey zone pressure on Taiwan could trigger crisis, Stanford scholar warns

Taipei | September 10, 2026 7:59:49 PM IST

Taiwan and the United States should prepare for a potential crisis arising from Chinas expanding grey zone coercion instead of concentrating solely on preventing a full-scale war, Stanford University academic Eyck Freymann stated, as reported by The Ta ... read..

Fuel price shock exposes Pakistans transport fare crisis as commuters bear brunt

Rawalpindi | September 10, 2026 7:28:58 PM IST

A fresh surge in petrol and diesel prices has triggered an immediate increase in transportation costs across Rawalpindi, placing additional pressure on already burdened citizens and pushing up the prices of essential goods, as reported by The Express Trib ... read..

British High Commissioner to India Cameron appointed as new Permanent Under-Secretary of UK Foreign Office

London | September 10, 2026 6:59:29 PM IST

British High Commissioner to India Lindy Cameron was appointed as the new Permanent Under-Secretary (PUS) of the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), the UK government announced on Thursday. ... read..

VP Radhakrishnan, Prince Rahim Aga Khan V reaffirm need to eradicate radicalisation, dialogue path to peace during talks

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 6:30:02 PM IST

Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan and Prince Rahim Aga Khan V on Thursday reaffirmed the need to eradicate radicalisation and underscored that dialogue remains the path to peace, stability and shared prosperity during their meeting at Uprashtrapati Bhavan. ... read..

Pakistans press freedom worsens as journalist Bilal Ghauri detained over state official commentary

New York | September 10, 2026 6:29:45 PM IST

Pakistani authorities have been urged to immediately release independent journalist Muhammad Bilal Ghauri and withdraw the cybercrime case against him over his online commentary concerning the appointment of a senior counterterrorism official. ... read..

South African Minister Lamola arrives in India ahead of BRICS, President Ramaphosa to also attend summit

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 5:59:14 PM IST

South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, arrived in the national capital on Thursday ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa also set to attend the two-day leaders' meeting at ... read..

Meet of the Tiger and the Dragon: Chinese MoFA confirms Xi Jinping's visit to India for 18th BRICS summit

Beijing | September 10, 2026 4:59:40 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital from September 12 to 13, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Thursday, setting the stage for a closely watched India-China engagement on the sidelines ... read..

"Over 430 satellites from 34 countries travelled aboard Indian rockets": PM Modi hails ISRO at International Space Summit

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 4:29:29 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed the Indian space sector and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), calling for global cooperation and sustainability at the International Space Summit in Paris. ... read..

Nepals Commerce and Industry Minister resigns; third resignation from Balen Shahs cabinet

Kathmandu | September 10, 2026 3:59:00 PM IST

Nepals Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies, Gauri Kumari Yadav, has resigned from the post on Thursday after elongating gas crisis in the Himalayan Nation and her recent controversial statement about gas suppliers. ... read..

Alarm raised over escalating enforced disappearances in Balochistan as Baloch families demand answers

Balochistan | September 10, 2026 3:28:58 PM IST

The protest camp of the Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) continued outside the Quetta Press Club, marking its 6,353rd consecutive day as families of missing persons continued to demand information about their loved ones. Visitors from various secti ... read..

PM Modi meets Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, discusses strengthening wide-ranging partnerships

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 2:58:21 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met Prince Rahim Aga Khan V and discussed with him ways to strengthen the wide-ranging partnerships with the Aga Khan Development Network in healthcare, agriculture, rural development, youth and women empowerment. ... read..

"If everyone seeks peace, we can rise against adversity": Iran's BRICS WBA chairperson says; "Looking to India to tide through difficulty"

By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 2:29:21 PM IST

As India gears up to host the BRICS Summit eyes are also firmly trained on the Iranian delegation that comes to India even as the conflict in West Asia continues to rage. ... read..

Mutually beneficial, win-win in nature: Chinese Foreign Ministry on trade ties with India

Beijing | September 10, 2026 2:29:19 PM IST

China on Thursday described its economic and trade cooperation with India as "mutually beneficial and win-win in nature", while calling on New Delhi to provide a fair, just, transparent and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese companies ope ... read..

Decolonising education a human rights necessity: Oxford student lauds Indias NEP 2020 at UNHRC

Geneva | September 10, 2026 2:29:17 PM IST

Calling for the decolonisation of education systems globally, William McEwen-Benatar, a student at the University of Oxford and part of the Akshar Foundation delegation, highlighted India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 at the 63rd Session of the U ... read..

Equality by Design, Not by Repair: RSKS India Director's presents innovative solutions at UNHRC-63

Geneva | September 10, 2026 2:28:52 PM IST

At the 63rd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC-63), Poonam Sharma, Director of Rajasthan Samgrah Kalyan Sansthan (RSKS India), delivered a compelling call to place dignity, participation and equality at the heart of economic, social ... read..

22nd edition of India-US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas set to deepen trust, share expertise

Alaska | September 10, 2026 2:00:32 PM IST

The Indian Army and the United States Army will commence the 22nd edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 as they further strengthen their defence partnership. ... read..

Kashmiri diaspora in Bradford slams Pakistan over PoJK crackdown, demands end to abuses

Bradford | September 10, 2026 2:00:17 PM IST

Mahmood Kashmiri, chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir National Independence Alliance (JKNIA), along with other Kashmiri diaspora leaders, led a protest outside the Pakistani Consulate in Bradford, slamming Pakistans security forces of committing widespread ... read..

EAM Jaishankar meets Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, discusses heritage preservation

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 1:29:32 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met with Prince Rahim Aga Khan V and discussed the heritage preservation undertaken by the Aga Khan Development Network. ... read..

Foreign Ministers of Ethiopia, Burundi arrive in India ahead of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 12:58:53 PM IST

As the countdown begins to the 18th BRICS Summit over the weekend, the Foreign Ministers of Ethiopia and Burundi landed in New Delhi on Thursday. ... read..

"Need to know Indias technology, innovation": Brazilian Women's Entrepreneur Council President pitches deeper partnerships

By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 12:58:42 PM IST

Highlighting the potential for deeper economic collaboration between India and Brazil, Ana Claudia Badra Cotait, National President of Brazil's Council of Women Entrepreneurs and Culture (CMEC), emphasised that Brazilian women entrepreneurs need to levera ... read..

Permanent UNSC seats to de-dollarisation: BRICS role in making room for Global South in post-colonial world

By Mohak Gandhi

New Delhi | September 10, 2026 12:58:41 PM IST

In a post-colonial world, BRICS emerges as a group of nations, most of which have been colonies of a European power or have faced imperialism. This grouping, which some say is accidental, has been the one providing an alternative to the Western poles of p ... read..

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