Bharat Mandapam

September 13, 2026 11:59 AM

India’s BRICS presidency transformed shared vision into win-win collaboration: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said India's BRICS presidency has focused on the four pillars of resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, and with the support of member countries, the shared vision has been transformed into a “win-win collaboration”. Addressing the open session on the second day of the 18th BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, PM Modi said the BRICS Logistics Supply Chain Cooperation Framework would help make supply chains more reliable and re...

September 13, 2026 11:38 AM

PM Modi welcomes world leaders at Bharat Mandapam ahead of BRICS open session

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday welcomed world leaders at Bharat Mandapam, the venue of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, ahead of the open session on ‘Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth’. PM Modi welcomed Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, Burundi President Evariste Ndayishimiye, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart...

September 12, 2026 11:19 PM

BRICS Turns 20: PM Modi Unveils Commemorative Postage Stamps

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday unveiled two commemorative postage stamps marking two decades of BRICS cooperation on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. The commemorative stamps bear the inscription “BRICS: Two Decades of Cooperation, 2006–2026” / “ब्रिक्स: सहयोग के दो दशक, 2006–2026”, celebrating the evolution of BRICS as a valuable platform for dialogue and cooperation, according to a press release from the Prime Min...

September 12, 2026 5:21 PM

BRICS Adopts New Delhi Declaration by Consensus

The BRICS grouping on Saturday adopted a joint declaration by consensus. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the adoption of the declaration at the end of the opening day’s deliberations at the two-day India-hosted summit. Prime Minister Modi was seen shaking hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the conclusion of the inaugural session at the summit. “Today’s discussion makes it evident that the changing world cannot be steered by outdated institutions; reforms are essential in r...

September 10, 2026 4:52 PM

BRICS Summit 2026: Stage set at Bharat Mandapam as PM Modi hosts expanded global powerhouse

The national capital has been decked up with posters and illuminated installations as India prepares to host the BRICS Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam on September 12–13. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host the high-profile Summit, which brings together heads of state, foreign delegates, heads of international organisations, and key dignitaries representing member states, partner countries, and outreach invitees. India holds the BRICS Chair for the 2026 edition, with proceedings guided by ...

September 8, 2026 4:46 PM

UGC NET Re-Exam: NTA advises candidates to travel early amid BRICS summit traffic curbs

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued an advisory to candidates appearing for the UGC-NET re-exam in the national capital on September 9 and 10, in view of the traffic curbs in place due to the BRICS summit. Delhi Police also issued an advisory today cautioning commuters about temporary traffic restrictions and diversions from September 11 to 13 in view of the movement of international dignitaries. India will host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Septe...

April 5, 2026 2:11 PM

Meditation key to inner transformation and global peace: Vice President Radhakrishnan

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday underscored the transformative power of meditation, describing it as a pathway to inner peace, clarity and holistic living, while addressing the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders in New Delhi. The conference, held at Bharat Mandapam, brought together meditation practitioners, spiritual leaders and policymakers from across the world. It was organised by the Pyramid Spiritual Societies Movement and the Buddha-CEO Quantum Foundation. Congratulati...

February 19, 2026 12:50 PM

AI’s “humble beginnings” to a tool for scientific discovery: Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis at AI Impact Summit 2026

Demis Hassabis, the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Google DeepMind, has hailed the India AI Impact Summit 2026 as a critical platform for international cooperation, noting that the world is currently at a "pivotal moment" for the evolution of artificial intelligence. Speaking at Bharat Mandapam, Hassabis expressed his appreciation for the summit's growth and its vital role in fostering global dialogue. "It is a huge honour to be here today with so many of my esteemed colleagues from...

February 19, 2026 9:12 AM

AI is booming in India: Netherlands PM Dick Schoof hails AI Impact Summit

Prime Minister of the Netherlands Dick Schoof hailed the AI Impact Summit 2026, noting an artificial intelligence boom in India. During his visit to India, Dick Schoof attended the AI Summit at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital, where he participated in a discussion on international cooperation to responsibly accelerate AI development. In an X post on Wednesday, the Netherlands PM said, "AI is booming here in India. On this first day of my visit, I spoke with various experts about AI tech...

February 19, 2026 8:53 AM

PM Modi to inaugurate Global AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Thursday at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam, marking the formal commencement of one of the largest global gatherings focused on artificial intelligence. According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the Prime Minister will participate in the opening ceremony of the India AI Summit, scheduled to begin at around 9:40 a.m., and deliver his address to the gathering at approximately 10:25 a.m. The inaugural session is a...