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Protect our children online: French Prez Macron pushes EU-wide social media ban for under-15s

Paris | September 14, 2026 4:33:09 PM IST

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday reiterated his commitment to protecting children online and called for the European Union to move quickly towards harmonising a ban on social networks for children under 15. ... read..

AI can be part of the solution: UK Deouty Envoy to India Ben Mellor bats for bilateral cooperation to tackle digital fraud

New Delhi | September 14, 2026 4:32:47 PM IST

Deputy British High Commissioner to India Ben Mellor on Monday said artificial intelligence can play a key role in tackling fraud and cyber threats, while stressing the need for greater cooperation between India and the UK to build trusted digital systems ... read..

Human Rights Council PoJK calls for immediate dialogue as protests complete 100 days, raises concern over Javed Arif Abbasis arrest

Rawalakot | September 14, 2026 4:32:36 PM IST

The Human Rights Council of PoJK (HRC-PoJK) has expressed serious concern over the prolonged protests and unrest in PoJK, particularly in Rawalakot and the districts of Poonch and Sudhnooti, as the continued demonstrations have now completed 100 days. ... read..

US, Brazil look to India to drive Direct-to-Mobiles next phase at IBC 2026

Amsterdam | September 14, 2026 4:32:24 PM IST

India could emerge as the key market for building a global Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) ecosystem, with broadcasters and technology leaders from the US and Brazil looking to the countrys scale, semiconductor ambitions and device-manufacturing capabilities to a ... read..

BLA, BRG claim series of operations across Balochistan, including military convoy attack and lithium site arson

Balochistan | September 14, 2026 4:32:10 PM IST

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) and Baloch Republican Guards (BRG) have separately claimed responsibility for a number of operations in Lasbela, Jiwani, Mashkel and Kachhi. The reported activities included an attack targeting a Pakistani military convoy, ... read..

Balochistan: Sammi Deen Baloch raises alarm over reported civilian deaths, injury to 7-year-old in Wadh FC firing

Balochistan | September 14, 2026 4:31:57 PM IST

Baloch human rights activist Sammi Deen Baloch has expressed concern over the reported killing of four civilians and injuries to several others, including a seven-year-old child, during firing by Frontier Corps (FC) personnel in Killi Yar Muhammad Sonaro, ... read..

Bhotekoshi floods dampen Teej celebration in Nepal

Kathmandu | September 14, 2026 4:31:32 PM IST

The footfalls have receded in the premises of the Pashupatinath Temple compared to previous years as Nepal is reeling from the effects of the Bhotekoshi floods, which hit the Himalayan Nation last month. ... read..

China intensifies tax scrutiny of closed businesses amid economic, fiscal pressures

Beijing | September 14, 2026 4:31:20 PM IST

Reports emerging from several parts of China suggest that tax authorities are reinstating tax registrations and examining the financial records of businesses that have already closed, as regime authorities step up tax collection efforts amid increasing ec ... read..

Agra: Uganda Vice President Jessica Alupo visits Taj Mahal

Agra (Uttar Pradesh) | September 14, 2026 4:31:03 PM IST

Uganda's Vice President Jessica Alupo arrived in Agra and visited the iconic Taj Mahal on Monday. ... read..

"Spoils of war": Iran claims US submarine was "captured", not "confiscated"

Tehran | September 14, 2026 4:30:34 PM IST

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei on Monday said that the American submarine taken by Iran was "captured as spoils of war", asserting that such spoils are legitimate, Iran's IRNA News Agency reported. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar: India-Vietnam ties have "progressed significantly" since last Joint Commission meeting

New Delhi | September 14, 2026 4:30:24 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday said India-Vietnam bilateral ties have "progressed significantly" since the previous meeting of the Joint Commission, highlighting the upgraded comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries. ... read..

"India's presidency was a success": Uruguay FM Lubetkin praises New Delhi's BRICS Summit

By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | September 14, 2026 4:29:57 PM IST

Uruguay's Foreign Minister Mario Lubetkin on Monday praised India's BRICS chairship, calling the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi a success and highlighting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's role in achieving consensus among the grouping's members despite a co ... read..

Chinese state-linked actors used AI assistant Claude to target dissidents, religious groups

Beijing | September 14, 2026 4:29:43 PM IST

Chinese state-linked actors used Anthropics artificial intelligence assistant Claude to monitor dissident and religious communities, including Falun Gong practitioners and employees of The Epoch Times (TET) sister outlet NTD, according to tech company An ... read..

India condemns attack on commercial vessel off Oman coast; 13 Indians rescued of 14 onboard

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 11:29:56 PM IST

India on Sunday condemned the attack on Panama-flagged commercial vessel MT El Gaia off the coast of Oman, saying 13 of the 14 Indian crew members onboard have been rescued while search and rescue operations continue for the one missing Indian national. ... read..

BRICS outreach countries selected to reflect voice of Global South: MEA

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:59:52 PM IST

Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (Economic Relations) Sudhakar Dalela on Sunday said the countries invited for the BRICS outreach session were selected to ensure representation of key developing regions and to share the groupings work with wider Gl ... read..

15 bilaterals in 3 days: PM Modis BRICS diplomacy stretches from Russia to China, Iran to Africa

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:59:46 PM IST

From Russia and China, to Iran and Africa, Prime Minister Narendra Modis diplomatic calendar has remained packed on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, with PM Modi holding 15 sit-down bilateral meetings with Heads of State and Heads of Government ov ... read..

BRICS backs Expert Group on traditional medicine, calls for evidence-based global cooperation

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:59:44 PM IST

The New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit has given a significant push to international cooperation in Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (TCIM), recognising its growing relevance to strengthening health systems and contr ... read..

Iran President says Abu Dhabi-Tehran "agreed to put past behind, look to future" as he departs from India after BRICS summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:30:04 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, while concluding his visit to India for the 18th BRICS Summit, said Tehran and Abu Dhabi had agreed to "put the past behind" and look towards the future, as the two sides held talks on the sidelines of the summit in Ne ... read..

India, Paraguay commemorate 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:29:57 PM IST

India and Paraguay on Sunday commemorated the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, reaffirming their commitment to further deepen bilateral cooperation and economic ties. ... read..

PM Modi, Burundi President reaffirm India-AU partnership, discuss early IAFS-IV summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 9:59:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Burundi President variste Ndayishimiye, who is also the Chairperson of the African Union, on Sunday reaffirmed the importance of the India-African Union partnership as a key pillar of cooperation within the Global South a ... read..

PM Modi reaffirms Indias support for Ugandas Vision 2040 during talks with VP Epel Alupo

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 9:59:31 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Vice President of Uganda Jessica Rose Epel Alupo on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, during which the two leaders reviewed bilateral ties and discussed ways to furthe ... read..

"World leaders chose India": IndoGenius co-founder hails BRICS summit, praises New Delhis hospitality

By Amrashree Mishra

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 9:59:21 PM IST

Indias growing weight in the global economic and geopolitical order was on full display at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, with the presence of heads of state and government underscoring the countrys rising international influence, IndoGenius co-fou ... read..

Trump dismisses AI slowdown calls, says 'negative forces shouldn't be bringing it up'

Doonbeg | September 13, 2026 9:30:38 PM IST

Dismissing recent calls from various leaders in the industry to slow down the pace of Artificial Intelligence (AI) development, US President Donald Trump on Sunday said the United States is leading China in AI and that "negative forces" should not be rais ... read..

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim meets Grand Mufti Kanthapuram AP Aboobacker Musliyar in Keralam

Kozhikode (Keralam) | September 13, 2026 8:59:37 PM IST

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim received a warm welcome at Markaz in Karanthur, Kozhikode, where he arrived to meet Indian Grand Mufti Kanthapuram AP Aboobacker Musliyar. ... read..

Opposition CMs from Keralam, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu invited to BRICS gala dinner: Govt sources

By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 8:59:24 PM IST

Chief Ministers of opposition-ruled Keralam, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu were among those invited to the BRICS gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam, Government sources said on Sunday. ... read..

If democracy is well-established, the rights of all communities will be ensured: Bangladesh President tells Hindu leaders

Dhaka | September 13, 2026 8:29:49 PM IST

Bangladesh President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said that if democracy is well-established in the country, the rights and dignity of all communities, regardless of religion or caste, will be ensured, Bangabhaban, the Presidential Palace, said in a statem ... read..

"One Earth, One Family": Oman lauds India's vision for peace, dialogue at BRICS Summit 2026

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 8:00:00 PM IST

Commending India's approach to regional stability and dialogue at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Oman's Ambassador to India, Issa Saleh Abdullah Alshibani, on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's global vision and stressed the need for peace ... read..

China represented by Foreign Minister Wang Yi at BRICS gala dinner hosted by India: Sources

By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 7:59:50 PM IST

Amid reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping skipped the BRICS gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, sources on Sunday said China was represented by its Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the dinner. ... read..

India has conducted an extremely well organised Summit: South African President

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 7:29:39 PM IST

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday praised Indias leadership as BRICS chair, saying New Delhi successfully brought different countries together to adopt the New Delhi Declaration despite initial challenges in reaching consensus. ... read..

India hosted a very successful BRICS Summit: South African President Ramaphosa

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 7:29:33 PM IST

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday praised Indias leadership as BRICS chair, saying New Delhi hosted a very successful summit and managed to bring member countries together to adopt the New Delhi Declaration despite doubts over reaching ... read..

Next phase of India-UAE ties to focus on new areas related to advanced tech, digital economy: UAE BRICS Sherpa

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 7:29:28 PM IST

The next phase of India-UAE relations will focus on further strengthening existing areas of cooperation while expanding into new sectors linked to advanced technology, research and the digital economy, UAE BRICS Sherpa Omran Sharaf said on Sunday on the s ... read..

PM Modi, SA President review ties, discuss India-SACU trade pact; PM invites Ramaphosa to join Big Cat Alliance

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 7:29:26 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday reviewed the full breadth of the India-South Africa Strategic Partnership, including the proposed India-SACU trade agreement, mining and critical minerals, infrastructure, ... read..

PM Modi, Nigeria VP Shettima stress multilateral cooperation, multipolar order; lauds Indias development, capacity-building role

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 7:29:08 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima Mustapha on Sunday stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora and working towards a more representative, inclusive and multi-polar international order a ... read..

PM Modi, Philippines President agree to advance ties under Strategic Partnership; PM welcomes Manilas decision to join CDRI during talks

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 7:01:32 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Sunday agreed to further advance bilateral relations under the Strategic Partnership established between the two countries, while the Prime Minister welcomed Manila's decisi ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima on BRICS sidelines

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 6:29:08 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Nigeria Vice President Kashim Shettima at Bharat Mandapam on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

PM Modi, Kazakh President reaffirm commitment to strengthen strategic partnership, express satisfaction over steady ties

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 6:00:37 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Sunday reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries, while expressing satisfaction over the steady development of India ... read..

18th BRICS Summit: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Burundi President variste Ndayishimiye in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 6:00:34 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Burundi President variste Ndayishimiye at Bharat Mandapam on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

BRICS Summit: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 5:29:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at Bharat Mandapam on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

India has done a great job in hosting BRICS summit', says UAE

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 5:29:38 PM IST

The United Arab Emirates' BRICS Sherpa Omran Sharaf on Sunday lauded India's role as the chair for the 18th BRICS Summit, saying New Delhi "has done a great job" in hosting and chairing the meetings and played a "very vital role" in helping the grouping r ... read..

Jaishankar holds bilateral meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister; discusses regional, global developments

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 5:29:24 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Saudi Arabias Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral with Uganda Vice President Jessica Alupo on BRICS sidelines in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 5:00:05 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Uganda Vice President Jessica Alupo at Bharat Mandapam on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 4:29:39 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during his visit to New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on sidelines of BRICS in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 4:29:37 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Philippines President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

"Logic of might makes right does not hold": Chinese President Xi aims at West, urges Global South to jointly defend international law

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 3:59:27 PM IST

Aiming at the West, Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday said that the logic of might makes right does not hold and urged the nations in the Global South to jointly defend the rule of law and sovereign equality. ... read..

BRICS chairship passes to China as PM Modi extends best wishes; calls for "concrete results" in groupings third decade

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 3:59:10 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his best wishes to China, which will host the groupings next summit in 2027, as he said that the world now expects "concrete results" from BRICS as it enters its third decade. ... read..

Enforced disappearances in Balochistan surge as four residents reportedly go missing

Balochistan | September 13, 2026 3:29:43 PM IST

Reports of enforced disappearances continue to emerge from several districts of Balochistan, with four individuals allegedly taken into custody by Pakistani security forces in separate incidents. One previously missing man, however, has reportedly been re ... read..

"BRICS New Delhi Declaration reflects Indias diplomatic success, turns diversity into strength," say experts

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 3:29:28 PM IST

The New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit reflects the success of Indian diplomacy in bringing together diverse member states despite differences and geopolitical contradictions, experts and journalists said on the sidelines of the summit ... read..

New Delhi Declaration will provide direction for shared vision, we must translate outcomes into time-bound actions: PM Modi at BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 3:29:22 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed hope that New Delhi Declaration adopted at BRICS Summit will provide a clear direction for shared vision and future cooperation and the discussions over the over the past two days have strengthened the conv ... read..

Balochistan parties raise concerns over worsening security, reject force-based approach

Balochistan | September 13, 2026 3:29:16 PM IST

A multi-party conference (MPC) involving representatives of several political parties in Balochistan has voiced serious concern over the provinces worsening security, political and economic situation, calling for dialogue instead of the continued use of ... read..

Oman hails Indias BRICS consensus-building, says it is nothing new for New Delhi

By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 3:29:15 PM IST

Oman on Sunday praised India for successfully steering the BRICS grouping towards a joint declaration, saying New Delhi has consistently demonstrated its ability to bring multiple countries together and build consensus on key issues. ... read..

BRICS must rally Global South: Xi Jinping thanks PM Modi for hosting summit; pushes for stronger multilateral cooperation

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 3:29:07 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday backed a stronger role for BRICS in advancing the interests of the Global South, as he called on the grouping to seize the historical initiative and become an active, stabilising and positive force in internationa ... read..

Russian President Putin departs from New Delhi after attending 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 2:59:43 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday departed from New Delhi after attending the two-day BRICS Summit under Indias chairship. ... read..

"Saudi should carefully look at BRICS Delhi Declaration": MJ Akbar takes dig at Mecca pact following Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia

Mapusa (Goa) | September 13, 2026 2:29:42 PM IST

Former Minister of State for External Affairs, MJ Akbar, took a swipe at the Mecca Defence Pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye amid reports of Riyadh approaching the United States after strikes by Yemens Houthis. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Egypt President El-Sisi in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 2:29:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held a bilateral meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi during his visit to New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit under Indias chairship. ... read..

WUC raises alarm over Uyghur repression, Beijings governance model and rights violations in East Turkistan

Munich | September 13, 2026 1:29:29 PM IST

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has highlighted a series of developments concerning Uyghur rights, Chinas governance policies in East Turkistan, and international efforts to seek accountability, according to its weekly brief covering developments from Se ... read..

China uses state violence, political coercion to suppress religious freedom and target human rights lawyers

Beijing | September 13, 2026 1:29:27 PM IST

The Chinese regime is continuing to use state violence and political coercion to suppress religious freedom and target human rights lawyers, according to a report by The Epoch Times (TET). ... read..

In Indian civilisation, nature has been accorded the status of a mother: PM Modi at BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 1:29:24 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted India's civilisational approach towards nature and sustainability, saying that development and the environment are not alternatives to each other, but are complementary, as he outlined India's prioritie ... read..

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay flags off Le Mans Cup at Silverstone during UK visit

England | September 13, 2026 1:00:35 PM IST

During his first official overseas visit, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay visited the world-famous Silverstone Motor Racing Circuit in England, inspected its infrastructure facilities and flagged off the car race for the 2026 Michelin Le Mans Cup ... read..

BRICS countries strengthen technological sovereignty through greater cooperation

Moscow | September 13, 2026 1:00:31 PM IST

Practical cooperation among BRICS countries in digital technologies is already producing tangible results, particularly in logistics, e-commerce, digital payments, and warehouse and manufacturing automation, Dmitry Taburov, CEO of MEFERI Russia, said in a ... read..

Weaponisation of technology, critical minerals can hinder our shared progress: PM Modi at BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 1:00:28 PM IST

Noting that weaponization of technology and critical minerals can hinder shared progress of BRICS countries, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that there is need of inclusivity in the adoption of technology. ... read..

Trust of Global South nations in BRICS grown": PM Modi says "India advanced friendship, cooperation" through platform

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 1:00:24 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday noted that the trust of Global South nations in BRICS has grown, highlighting key initiatives for disaster management, MSME cooperation and environment by the 11-nation group. ... read..

WHO Director-General thanks PM Modi, BRICS leaders for commitment to universal health coverage

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 1:00:19 PM IST

Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Sunday expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi following a meeting on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit held under Indias chairship. ... read..

"No crisis remains confined to a single region": PM Modi stresses need for greater "resilience" at 2nd day BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 12:29:52 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday stressed the need for greater resilience and preparedness among BRICS countries amid rising global tensions, saying that "no crisis remains confined to a single region" in today's interconnected world. ... read..

Chinese President Xi Jinping departs from New Delhi after attending two-day BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 12:29:43 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday departed from New Delhi after participating in the two-day BRICS Summit chaired by India. ... read..

BRICS countries have been able to transform shared vision into a win-win collaboration: PM Modi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 11:59:19 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Indias Presidency of BRICS has focused on pillars of resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability and with support of members, the shared vision has been transformed into a win-win collaboratio ... read..

"India-China ties most consequential for world": Chinese journalist Qingduo U lauds PM Modi, Xi's vision on bilateral relationship

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 11:59:17 AM IST

Qingduo U, a Chinese journalist with CGTN, on Sunday emphasised the importance of strong ties between India and China, given the size of the population and economy of both nations, after Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffi ... read..

Global South must turn pyramid of privilege into platform of partnership: PM Modi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 11:59:14 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised that the Global South must turn the pyramid of privilege into a platform of partnership as the region is in the front row of global crises, but the back row of decision-making, the Ministry of External Affai ... read..

PM Modi, BRICS leaders pose for family photo at Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 11:29:49 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BRICS leaders posed for a family photo of the grouping at Bharat Mandapam, the venue for the 18th BRICS Summit under the chairship of India. ... read..

"BRICS Declaration reflects India's concerns": JNU professor Srikanth Kondapalli amid ongoing Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:59:40 AM IST

Chinese Studies expert at Jawaharlal Nehru University, Professor Srikanth Kondapalli, said the New Delhi Declaration addressed several key concerns of India and other Global South countries, including trade, currency, energy security, trade finance, clima ... read..

PM Modi arrives at Bharat Mandapam for second day of BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:59:37 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Saturday for the second day of the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

BRICS Summit 2026: PM Modi welcomes world leaders at Bharat Mandapam ahead of session on inclusive global growth

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:59:19 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed world leaders at Bharat Mandapam, the venue of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, under chairship of India, ahead of the open session titled Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future ... read..

Fresh strike on vessel in Hormuz, Houthi takeover of Bab el-Mandeb Strait sees West Asia simmer as BRICS calls for peace

Portsmouth | September 13, 2026 10:29:55 AM IST

A vessel was struck by an unknown projectile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz as the conflict in the region continues to escalate despite BRICS nations calling for exercising maximum restraint in West Asia. ... read..

Chinas textile industry faces further contraction as nearly 1,500 firms exit official data pool

Beijing | September 13, 2026 9:59:26 AM IST

Chinas textile and apparel industry is showing signs of further contraction, with around 1,500 companies estimated to have exited the regimes official industrial-enterprise statistics during the first half of this year, according to a report by The Epoc ... read..

BRICS member, partner countries to take part in open session; PM Modi to hold series of bilateral meetings

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 10:59:30 AM IST

The second day of New Delhi BRICS Summit will see participation of BRICS Member and Partner in an open session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi also slated to hold bilateral meetings with leaders from seven countries on Sunday. ... read..

Iran, Oman agree on new entry, exit routes for Strait of Hormuz: Report

Tehran | September 13, 2026 9:59:21 AM IST

Iran and Oman have agreed on the details of new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz and will brief Gulf countries on the outcome of their consultations at a regional meeting in Muscat on Monday, Iranian officials said on Saturday, according to ... read..

BRICS Summit Day 2: Leaders to hold open session on 'Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability'

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 9:29:29 AM IST

The second day of the 18th BRICS Summit will see leaders hold an open session on Sunday focusing on the core pillars of the central theme, namely resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, as India hosts the grouping's annual summit under its ... read..

Houthis continue strike at Saudi Arabian border, tighten grip on oil route

Sanaa | September 13, 2026 9:29:25 AM IST

After seizing the key Red Sea port of Mokha and the last two islands, which were not under their control, in the strategic shipping route of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, Yemens Houthis continued to strike at bordering Saudi Arabia, the CBS reported, citing ... read..

"Direction is correct": Google DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis backs Anthropic boss Dario Amodei's calls for AI slowdown

San Francisco (California) | September 13, 2026 7:29:11 AM IST

Following public resignations of researchers fearing that AI labs are racing to build uncontrollable systems, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has advocated for an industry-wide slowdown and third-party evaluations. These safety announcements have immediately d ... read..

"Chance that things go wrong": Dario Amodei warns of unchecked AI risks, proposes global safety framework

Washington, DC | September 13, 2026 6:59:08 AM IST

As international scrutiny over artificial intelligence intensifies following high-profile exits across the sector, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has stepped forward with urgent calls for tighter governance, setting the stage for a sweeping reassessment of ho ... read..

EAM Jaishankar holds discussions with counterparts from Nigeria and Cuba

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 5:29:15 AM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held discussions with Nigerian Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu and Cuban counterpart Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla on the sidelines of the ongoing 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. ... read..

PM Modi conveys best wishes for Chinas BRICS Presidency in meeting with President Xi

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 4:58:43 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a meeting on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, taking stock of ties and exchanging perspectives. ... read..

"India is a great leader to organise such an amazing event": Egyptian AI expert Ahmed Elsharkawy hails BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 4:58:41 AM IST

As the 18th BRICS Summit continues to draw global acclaim for its meticulous execution and visionary agenda, an international expert has commended India's leadership in steering the multilateral bloc towards cutting-edge technological cooperation. ... read..

New Delhi declaration shows BRICS commitment to shoulder Global South responsibilities: CGTN journalist Li Jingjing

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 4:29:05 AM IST

Hailing the 18th BRICS Summit as a vital platform for the Global South, Chinese journalist Li Jingjing, representing CGTN, has lauded the New Delhi Declaration for amplifying the collective voice of developing nations in global governance. ... read..

Indian-origin woman killed in California after months of stalking, says DHS

California | September 13, 2026 3:59:09 AM IST

A woman of Indian origin, aged 38, was killed by gunfire outside a restaurant in the American state of California. The individual accused of the murder is a 22-year-old man from India who had allegedly stalked her for months, according to the US Departmen ... read..

Indias global trajectory offers massive opportunity for multipolarity: European Press Federation journalist Marco Alpeggiani

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 2:59:55 AM IST

Underscoring Indias growing prominence on the global stage as a hub for cultural pluralism and strategic diplomacy, European Press Federation journalist Marco Alpeggiani highlighted the nation's remarkable trajectory. ... read..

"It doesn't go nearly far enough": US Congressman Ro Khanna warns Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is not doing enough on slowing AI development

Washington, DC | September 13, 2026 2:29:47 AM IST

Following public resignations of researchers fearing that AI labs are racing to build uncontrollable systems, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei advocated for an industry-wide slowdown and third-party evaluations, prompting sharp, high-profile reactions and deman ... read..

"Advancement of AI through recursive self-improvement poses significant risks": Paytm CEO on Dario's call for AI industry to slow down

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 2:29:43 AM IST

Paytm Founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma has drawn attention to the significant risks posed by the advancement of AI through recursive self-improvement, while highlighting suggestions from Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei on balancing safety with benefits. ... read..

BRICS Summit 2026: Malaysian PM showcases love for Bollywood with Kishore Kumar song

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 2:29:41 AM IST

Infusing a distinctive cultural resonance into his official visit to the national capital, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim blended statecraft with classic Bollywood melodies, spontaneously performing Kishore Kumars timeless track "Khwab Ho Tum Ya ... read..

Malaysian PM showcases love for Bollywood with Kishore Kumar song at BRICS Gala dinner

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 2:29:37 AM IST

Saudi foreign minister arrives in New Delhi for BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 13, 2026 2:29:31 AM IST

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud arrived in the national capital to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. ... read..

Kazakh President Tokayev, Bahrain's Foreign Minister Al Zayani arrive in India for 18th BRICS Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 11:58:44 PM IST

Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Bahrain Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani arrived in India on Saturday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, as the two-day gathering of the expanded grouping gets underway under India' ... read..

From "restart" to "further enhancement": Xi Jinping outlines four-point plan for steady, long-term China-India ties in talks with PM Modi

Beijing | September 12, 2026 11:29:26 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday outlined a four-point approach for the steady and long-term development of China-India relations, stressing strategic understanding, win-win cooperation, mutual respect and inclusive multilateral engagement durin ... read..

No problems with UAE; problem with US bases: Iran President Pezeshkian

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 10:59:52 PM IST

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Tehran has no problem with the United Arab Emirates or any other regional country but objected to the presence of US military bases in neighbouring states, accusing Washington of using them to launch attacks aga ... read..

Pezeshkian-Sheikh Khaled meeting "very important"; India can play bridge-builder role: UN

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 10:59:47 PM IST

The meeting between Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit was "very important", United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' spokesperson ... read..

BRICS declaration a significant diplomatic win for India: US South Asia analyst

Washington | September 12, 2026 10:29:42 PM IST

The New Delhi Declaration adopted at the BRICS Summit is a significant diplomatic achievement for India, particularly after the grouping struggled to issue a joint statement at the foreign minister-level meeting earlier this year, US South Asia analyst ... read..

BRICS formed to end US sanctions, break totalitarianism: Iranian President Pezeshkian

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 10:29:37 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday declared that the BRICS grouping was specifically created to counter Washington's unilateral sanctions regime. ... read..

UN calls terrorism scourge with no borders, stresses "no double standards" in fight against terror

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 9:59:04 PM IST

Terrorism is a scourge that knows no borders and requires global solutions, UN Secretary-General's spokesperson Stphane Dujarric said on Saturday, stressing the need to avoid double standards in the fight against terrorism. ... read..

India hands over first components of 70-metre Bailey Bridge to Nepal for flood-hit areas

Kathmandu | September 12, 2026 9:58:59 PM IST

India on Saturday handed over the first consignment of components for a 70-metre Bailey bridge to Nepals Road Division in Hetauda, marking a significant step in restoring vital connectivity disrupted by the devastating Bhote Koshi-Trishuli flash floods l ... read..

PM Modi, Xi Jinping commit to "fair, mutually acceptable" border settlement; stress "differences should not become disputes"

New Delhi | September 12, 2026 9:29:30 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday expressed commitment to a fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable resolution of the India-China boundary question, while reaffirming that bilateral ties should be viewed from a str ... read..

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