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The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has launched a citywide inspection of paying‑guest (PG) accommodations to verify fire safety, building plan sanctions and structural compliance after the Satya Niketan collapse that killed seven people. By September 10 the survey had covered about 1,350 buildings, identifying several unsafe structures and prompting disciplinary action against senior officials.
The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi is being seen as a significant diplomatic achievement for India. From pushing reforms in global governance to strengthening trade cooperation and facilitating dialogue among rival nations, the summit highlighted India’s growing role as a bridge between competing global powers. Here’s a look at the key outcomes and why the New Delhi Declaration matters.
An Indian seafarer went missing after the Panama‑flagged oil tanker MT El Gaia was attacked off Oman, while the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that 13 of the 14 Indian crew members have been rescued. Search and rescue operations continue, with Indian diplomatic officials coordinating with Omani authorities.
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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.
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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.
A Russian strike hit a Ukrainian passenger train near the border with Poland, narrowly missing a diplomatic train traveling the same route. The incident adds to a series of attacks on Ukraine's rail network amid the ongoing conflict.
Delegates and their families attending the BRICS summit toured Delhi’s cultural and commercial sites, including Akshardham temple, Khan Market and Connaught Place, on Saturday. Security arrangements limited interaction with locals, but the visits highlighted diplomatic goodwill and showcased Indian heritage.
UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi, prompting surprise and relief among media delegations from both countries. The encounter, held at Bharat Mandapam, marks a diplomatic overture amid recent tensions over Iranian strikes on the UAE.
President Droupadi Murmu hosted Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his daughter Zahra at Rashtrapati Bhavan ahead of the BRICS summit, followed by bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit included a tour of the Iranian Hall and a stop at the BRICS Bazaar in the National Crafts Museum, underscoring deepening India‑Iran cultural and diplomatic ties.
Forest Minister Ramalinga Reddy led a surprise inspection of Bengaluru Analytics and Research Laboratory (BARL) and uncovered multiple regulatory breaches, prompting a full investigation. The probe revealed staffing shortfalls, severe pricing anomalies, improper waste disposal and an expired operating licence.
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The Indian National Congress urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hold a press conference on the BRICS summit outcomes and called for measures to restore India’s diplomatic stature and confidence among Global South partners. The party’s foreign affairs chairman, Salman Khurshid, criticised the BJP government’s limited role in recent West Asian conflicts and its handling of BRICS member concerns.
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the BRICS bloc to assume a peacemaking role in the escalating West Asia conflict during a summit in New Delhi. He said China is prepared to cooperate with fellow members to pursue diplomatic solutions and highlighted the bloc’s growing global influence.
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Police in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, have arrested 17 of 30 suspects tied to a counterfeit liquor operation that caused multiple deaths, including a Karni Sena leader, a licensed liquor contractor and a known smuggler. The investigation revealed manufacturing in agricultural fields and a distribution network that pushed the illicit “Sagar Gold” liquor into villages.
Canadian High Commissioner Christopher Cooter said the India‑Canada relationship has moved well beyond a reset, describing the current phase as the most constructive in the 80‑year history of diplomatic ties. He highlighted progress in the security dialogue over the Nijjar killing case and noted India’s recent terrorist‑organisation designation of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as confidence‑building steps.
