Search News & Public Affairs

End Ukraine war, says Modi as he meets Putin during bilateral ahead of BRICS summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the BRICS 2026 summit in New Delhi, reiterating India’s call for an end to the Ukraine war and outlining plans to deepen bilateral ties. The two leaders also set a target of $100 billion in trade by 2030 and confirmed invitations to future India‑Russia summits.

Trade union seeks legislation to regularise outsourced power sector workers

The government, which is expected to be a model employer, is exploiting contract and outsourced workers by engaging them for several jobs in its departments, including those of a permanent nature, State general secretary of CITU and honorary president of the Karnataka State Electricity Workers’ Federation S. Varalakshmi has alleged

PM Modi urges BRICS to turn its growing economic weight into stronger trade, investment and business partnerships

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on BRICS members to convert their expanding economic influence into deeper trade, investment and business collaboration. He highlighted India’s infrastructure, startup ecosystem, strategic technologies and digital public infrastructure as catalysts for global growth.

PM Modi stresses freedom of navigation, seafarers’ safety as critical to global trade at BRICS forum

His remarks came as maritime security and the safety of Indian seafarers featured in his discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier in the day.

Drive against illegal constructions: MCD seals 54 jewellery stores in Chandni Chowk

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi sealed 54 jewellery shops operating from basements in Chandni Chowk on 10 September 2026 as part of a crackdown on unauthorised commercial use. Traders allege they received no prior notice and that some shops are actually on the ground floor, not basements.

Hand-in-hand: PM Modi, Putin, Pezeshkian walk side-by-side as BRICS flexes muscle against West

PM Modi, Putin and Pezeshkian took centre stage in Delhi as BRICS leaders pushed trade ties and questioned the use of economic pressure.

'Trade barriers rising globally, India building bridges': PM Modi at Brics business forum

EU takes a step closer towards signing trade deal with India

10874005 44_1d808e

EU Commission takes crucial step to finalise India-EU free trade deal with India

The European Commission’s move brings the India-EU free trade agreement closer to signing, with the pact expected to be formally signed by the year-end.

BRICS Summit: From trade to defence, energy and space

BRICS Summit: The two leaders reviewed progress in bilateral cooperation in the political, economic, defence, energy, space, skills mobility, and people-to-people domains, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

BRICS nations eye cross-border payments, local currency trade and investment

10873773 BRICS_811fbe

PM Modi meets Putin: Can $100 billion trade target give India-Russia ties a fresh push?

The two leaders shared a warm hug before beginning their talks, their second meeting this year. They had earlier met on the sidelines of the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek on August 31. During the meeting, PM Modi gifted Putin a Russian translation of the Thirukkural, the celebrated work of Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar.

PM Modi, Vladimir Putin hold bilateral meet day before BRICS summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a 45‑minute bilateral meeting in Delhi on Friday, a day before the opening of the two‑day BRICS summit. The talks are expected to focus on expanding trade, energy cooperation and defence ties, including a possible Su‑57 fighter deal.

Modi-Putin meet: $100 billion trade target by 2030, nuclear energy, critical minerals likely focus areas, says report

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed expanding bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, with nuclear energy and critical minerals on the agenda. The talks indicate a concerted effort to deepen economic ties between the two countries.

‘Show zero-tolerance’: UP minister demands govt action over trader’s killing

Uttar Pradesh minister and Nishad Party chief Sanjay Nishad staged a protest in Gonda demanding a zero‑tolerance response after trader Vinod Sahani died from injuries sustained in a mob attack. Police have arrested three suspects and suspended three officers pending further investigation.

Piyush Goyal urges BRICS nations to link payment systems, pitches UPI; calls for cross-border trade in local currencies

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged BRICS nations to link payment systems, pitch UPI as a basis for cross-border cooperation and boost trade in local currencies. He also called for easier market access, resilient supply chains and greater services cooperation.

BRICS trade in numbers: What exports, imports and the $226 billion deficit reveal

India will host the BRICS summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026, under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.” The report highlights that India’s trade with fellow BRICS members shows a $226 billion deficit despite growing intra‑bloc commerce.

From Russia, with love: Traditions, heritage on display as Delhi hosts BRICS Summit

Delhi hosted the 18th BRICS Summit with Russia presenting a range of cultural exhibits, from traditional toys to music, at the Bharat Mandapam. The event also featured a trade fair with over 130 Russian‑Indian companies and a large Run & Ride program involving more than 5,000 participants.

Russian President in New Delhi for BRICS Summit: What time is Modi-Putin meeting today? What’s on agenda

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for the BRICS summit and is set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday afternoon to discuss trade, payments, energy and regional security.

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi to attend BRICS summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in New Delhi to take part in the BRICS summit, meeting Indian leaders amid heightened global economic tensions. The visit occurs as the bloc convenes against a backdrop of the Russia‑Ukraine war, Middle‑East disruptions and lingering trade policy debates.