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India steps up Africa outreach as Modi holds talks with leaders from the continent

New Delhi restarts discussion on next India-Africa Forum Summit on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit

Opposition States Skip BRICS Meet, Six BJP Chief Ministers Join

Opposition States Skip BRICS Meet, Six BJP Chief Ministers Join NDTVBRICS Summit Dinner Snub? Opposition CMs Skip PM Modi’s Invite. Here’s Why Outlook IndiaOpposition CMs from Keralam, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu invited to BRICS gala dinner: Govt sources ANI NewsFrom Kerala to Tamil Nadu: Why four Opposition CMs skipped BRICS dinner despite invite DNA India

BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: PM Modi Thanks Leaders For Making BRICS Summit In Delhi "Productive"

BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: Discussions at the two-day summit were centred on the theme "Strengthening Cooperation to Promote Fair Competition, including in Renewable Energy Markets", with a primary focus on advancing sustainable energy transitions.

"Imposing Vegetarianism On World": Row Over Food Served At BRICS Summit

"You want to promote vegetarianism, go ahead - absolutely do that - but don't limit India's food culture to just a vegetarian menu. In India, crores of people eat non-veg; mutton, chicken, and fish are just as important in our culinary diversity," said Congress' Waris Pathan

BRICS Summit: PM Modi meets with South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa

The two leaders reviewed the progress achieved in diverse areas of cooperation and exchanged views on the multi-faceted strategic partnership between India and South Africa

‘Tel Aviv won’t like this’: What BRICS Summit declaration on Gaza means for India-Israel ties

BRICS’ joint statement strongly backed Palestinian rights and criticised Israel’s actions. The declaration comes as India maintains close ties with Tel Aviv. The wording shows New Delhi’s effort to balance its Israel partnership with its BRICS commitments and strategic autonomy.

3 days, 15 bilateral meetings: PM Modi’s diplomatic sprint at BRICS Summit 2026

Alongside the formal BRICS sessions, Modi also held several pull-aside meetings with world leaders and heads of international institutions attending the summit and the Outreach/BRICS Plus Dialogue.

BRICS Summit: Weaponisation of tech, critical minerals could hinder shared progress, warns Modi

India pitches resilient supply chains, digital agriculture and clean-energy cooperation for sustainable growth; trust of Global South countries in BRICS has grown over time, PM noted

15 bilaterals, 3 days: PM Modi's jam-packed schedule during BRICS Summit

PM Modi's schedule also went beyond the bilateral meetings. He proposed a 45-page New Delhi Declaration, which received the unanimous approval of all members.

From PM Modi-Putin car ride to Pezeshkian hug: 5 unmissable moments of Brics Summit 2026

BRICS summit 2026: What are the key takeaways?

BRICS summit 2026: What are the key takeaways? Al JazeeraModi-Xi's Ukraine offer to Putin, strong message to West & new Brics playbook: Key outcomes of summit The Times of IndiaModi raises ‘weaponisation’ of tech and critical minerals at BRICS Summit; Greater Noida DM moves Supreme Court against Allahabad High Court order on student’s NSA detention, and more The Hindu’s top news of the day on September 13, 2026. The HinduBRICS At 20: India Gives Momentum, China And Russia Add Strategic Weight NDTV15 bilaterals in 3 days: PM Modi's diplomatic sprint during BRICS summit India Today

BRICS Summit 2026: China’s $112 billion trade puzzle – why Beijing can’t afford to lose India

China’s weak consumer spending, housing troubles and youth unemployment are pushing Beijing to seek stronger overseas markets. India’s huge demand for smartphones, electronics, cars and pharmaceutical inputs gives Chinese businesses a major commercial opportunity.

UAE and Iran discuss easing tensions at BRICS summit

UAE and Iran discuss easing tensions at BRICS summit Euronews.comIran, UAE's "Turn The Page" Bonhomie In Delhi, Trump "Doesn't Care" NDTVIt was good conversation, we agreed to put past behind us: Pezeshkian on meeting with Abu Dhabi Crown Prince The Hindu'I don't care': Trump on Gulf-Iran talks at Brics Summit The Times of IndiaIran wants to ‘turn the page’ with UAE, says Pezeshkian day after meeting Crown Prince during BRICS Summit hindustantimes.com

Iranian President Pezeshkian, FM Araghchi meet Hurriyat`s Mirwaiz on BRICS sidelines signaling shift in Tehran-Kashmir dynamics

Iranian President Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Araghchi met Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz on the sidelines of the BRICS summit, indicating a possible shift in Tehran's approach to the Kashmir issue. The encounter underscores Iran’s longstanding interest in the dispute and may affect regional diplomatic dynamics.

Day after ‘all-vegetarian’ BRICS dinner, Rahul Gandhi’s ‘80%’ remark

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi clarified that about 80% of Indians consume non‑vegetarian food, following an all‑vegetarian dinner served at the BRICS summit in New Delhi. The dinner featured a vegetarian menu and cultural performances, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted resilience and the risks of weaponising critical minerals.

UN chief Antonio Guterres backs demand for expansion of Security Council

UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres endorsed the Global South’s call to expand the UN Security Council at the BRICS summit, highlighting India’s leading role in the demand. The statement was part of a broader push by BRICS leaders for comprehensive UN reform to reflect today’s geopolitical realities.

BRICS Billionaire Club: Who’s richest in India, China, Russia, Brazil? Net worth of Ambani, Zhang Yiming, others

Worlds's top billioniares come from BRICS nations. Gautam Adani, India second richest billionaire, met with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to strengthen trade and investment ties this weekend on BRICS Summit sidelines.

BRICS Summit: PM Modi warns against weaponisation of technology, critical minerals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned at the BRICS summit that the weaponisation of technology and critical minerals could undermine shared progress, urging the grouping to unite for inclusive growth. He highlighted four pillars—resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability—under India’s presidency to strengthen the Global South.

BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE updates: India focused on four pillars: resilience, innovation, cooperation, sustainability, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s four‑pillar agenda of resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability during the second day of the BRICS 2026 summit in New Delhi. The summit also saw extensive traffic restrictions in the capital, affecting local commuters and delivery workers.

BRICS Summit 2026 Live Updates: PM Modi calls for inclusivity, resilience amid global challenges

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