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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..

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..

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