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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 “Today’s discussion makes it evident that the changing world cannot be steered by outdated institutions; reforms are essential in r...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 12, 2026 5:07 PM

At BRICS, PM Modi calls for replacing ‘pyramid of privilege’ with ‘platform of partnership’

The Global South must become a “rule shaper” and the existing “pyramid of privilege” structure in global governance must give way to a “platform of partnership”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday while opening the two-day annual BRICS summit. The prime minister also unveiled a 10-point roadmap for global governance reform under the BRICS framework while advocating for a ‘Seafarers’ Emergency Support Network’ to safeguard sailors facing heightened risks from ongoi...

September 12, 2026 12:20 AM

Indonesian President Subianto, Burundi President arrive in New Delhi to attend BRICS Summit

Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto arrived in New Delhi on Friday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. He was received by Minister of State (MoS) Satish Chandra Dubey at the airport. “Extending warm greetings to President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia on his arrival to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi. He was received by MoS Satish Chandra Dubey at the airport. We look forward to advancing our shared vision of greater cooperation, development and prosperity,” the Ministry of Exte...

September 12, 2026 1:00 AM

PM Modi meets UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on sidelines of BRICS Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Guterres congratulated PM Modi on India's BRICS Chairship for the fourth time during the meeting. The two leaders underscored the importance of multipolarity and stressed the need to reform multilateral institutions, including the United Nations Security Council, to make them more representative of contemporary global realities. Conflicts, maritime s...

September 11, 2026 9:33 PM

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince, Malaysian PM arrive in India for 18th BRICS Summit

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. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) welcomed both leaders in separate posts on X, highlighting India's longstanding ties and expanding cooperation with Malaysia and the UAE. "Heartiest welcome to the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Mr. Anwar Ibrahim for...

September 12, 2026 12:15 AM

PM Modi calls for secure sea lanes, removal of trade barriers at BRICS Business Forum 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for secure sea lanes, open supply routes and the safety of seafarers to sustain global trade, while urging BRICS countries to work towards removing trade barriers and expanding opportunities for businesses. Addressing the BRICS Business Forum 2026 in New Delhi, PM Modi said India was a strong advocate of freedom of navigation and the safety of seafarers, stressing that secure maritime routes were essential for the smooth movement of global trade. �...

September 12, 2026 12:59 AM

PM Modi meets Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on sidelines of BRICS Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, with the two leaders discussing bilateral ties, developments in West Asia and cooperation in multilateral forums. The meeting was the second interaction between PM Modi and Pezeshkian in less than two weeks. The two leaders had earlier met on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Bishkek on August 31. During the meeting, the two leaders reviewed various aspects of Indi...

September 11, 2026 3:53 PM

India, Iran working for shared progress, prosperity as BRICS partners: MEA

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi on Friday to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, with India highlighting its longstanding civilisational ties with Iran and the two countries' shared commitment to progress and prosperity. Pezeshkian was received at the airport by Minister of State for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shantanu Thakur, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. In a post on X, the MEA said, “Pleased to welcome President of Iran, Dr Pezeshkian at the 18th BRICS...

September 11, 2026 3:49 PM

BRICS Summit 2026: Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima arrives in New Delhi

Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived in New Delhi on Friday ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, scheduled to be held under India's chairship on September 12 and 13. Nigeria holds the status of a BRICS Partner Country along with Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Thailand, Uganda, Uzbekistan and Vietnam. Earlier, Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu also arrived in New Delhi to attend the summit. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also arrived in the natio...

September 11, 2026 12:56 PM

BRICS Business Forum: Goyal calls for linked payment systems, local currency trade

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday called on BRICS member and partner countries to deepen economic cooperation by opening markets, simplifying regulatory procedures, linking payment systems and promoting trade in local currencies. Addressing the opening session of the BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi, Goyal said BRICS, which accounts for nearly one-fourth of global trade, has significant potential to strengthen trade and investment partnerships and build more resilient...