BRICS Summit 2026 highlights: PM Modi holds bilateral talks on last day of summit; Oppn, BJP leaders spar over menu
BRICS Summit 2026 highlights: Day 2 of the summit was largely about PM Modi’s four-pillar BRICS agenda, early-warning and disaster systems, AI, digital agriculture and supply chains and startups.
BRICS Summit 2026 highlights: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Sunday on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit 2026. Earlier, he met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi....Read More
He also met South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Uganda Vice President Jessica Alupo among others.
BJP vs Congress over menu
However, the menu of the gala dinner became the latest flashpoint between the BJP and the Congress over its only-vegetarian options. Congress Gandhi Rahul Gandhi made a veiled dig and said that 80% of Indians are non-vegetarians, while Pawan Khera took potshots at the BJP and said if India is home to some of the finest non-vegetarian delicacies, ‘why did the Modi government choose to hide this part of India’s culture?’.
The BJP responded amd slammed the Congress over criticism of the all-vegetarian food served at the BRICS summit gala dinner, saying the opposition party is "sulking" as India has emerged as a global consensus builder and is taking the mentality of a "naraz fufa" to the international stage.
What Modi said on Day 2 of BRICS
Modi, during his opening remarks on Day 2 of the Summit, said India’s BRICS presidency focused on four pillars -- resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability. He said India, with the support of BRICS members, had turned the grouping’s shared vision into “win-win collaboration”.
BRICS leaders arrived at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi for the second day of the summit. The leaders took part in a family photo before the main session on “Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”.
The Summit was held in New Delhi. It brought together leaders of the expanded grouping, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
The BRICS New Delhi Declaration 2026
The New Delhi Declaration 2026 was adopted unanimously at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on Saturday. Titled “New Delhi Declaration — Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” it is a 140-point document covering global governance, conflicts, terrorism, trade, climate, health, technology and development.
BRICS has 11 full members -- Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Together, they account for about 49.5% of the world's population and 40% of global GDP, according to India.
BRICS Day 2: Today’s agenda
- 9:55 am: Leaders of BRICS member countries, partner countries and outreach invitees begun arriving at Bharat Mandapam.
- 10:35 am: Leaders pose for the official family photo.
- 10:50 am: Open session begins on “Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth.”
- The session will focus on global growth, development, cooperation and the priorities of the Global South. PM Modi is also scheduled to hold several bilateral meetings with visiting leaders later in the day.
BRICS Day 2: Leaders attending
- China: President Xi Jinping
- Russia: President Vladimir Putin
- Brazil: President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
- South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa
- Iran: President Masoud Pezeshkian
- Egypt: President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi
- Indonesia: President Prabowo Subianto
- Ethiopia: PM Abiy Ahmed Ali
- UAE: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
- Partner/outreach leaders include: Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim and Vietnamese PM Le Minh Hung, among others.
BRICS 2026: Key outcomes
- Summit in Delhi: The 18th BRICS Summit began on September 12.
- Modi-Xi meeting: Modi and Xi held talks on the sidelines, focusing on border peace, trade, business ties and reducing trade imbalances. Xi's Delhi visit was his first to India in seven years.
- Modi-Putin talks: Modi and Putin discussed bilateral ties, trade, energy and wider geopolitical developments.
- New Delhi Declaration: BRICS adopted a joint declaration, stressing cooperation on global governance, trade, technology, climate, energy and development.
- Pahalgam attack: The declaration condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and repeated BRICS' opposition to terrorism and terror financing.
- West Asia: BRICS called for dialogue, diplomacy and restraint to resolve conflicts in West Asia, while backing a ceasefire and a political solution.
- No common BRICS currency: The summit did not announce a BRICS currency. Instead, members backed greater use of national currencies and improved cross-border payment systems.
- AI and Global South: The declaration called for more inclusive and accessible AI and spotlighted the need for greater representation of developing countries in global institutions.
- UN reforms: India again pushed for reform of the UN Security Council and greater representation for the Global South.
Traffic restrictions in Delhi for Day 2
- Traffic restrictions in controlled areas from 8 am to 8 pm due to leaders’ movement.
- India-Afghanistan T20: Restrictions around Arun Jaitley Stadium from 2 pm to 11:45 pm.
- Avoid: JLN Marg, Ashaf Ali Road, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg and DDU Marg during match hours.
- Goods vehicles: Restricted on key stretches of these roads.
- Parking: Mata Sundari Road, Rajghat Power House Road and Velodrome Road.
- Cab points: Gate 2 near MAMC and Rajghat Chowk.
- No parking: B.S. Zafar Marg, DDU Marg, Mirdard Chowk, JLN Marg and Ring Road near Rajghat-ITO Flyover.
- Advice: Use the Metro, check updates, take alternate routes and allow extra travel time. Violating vehicles may be towed and prosecuted.
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PM Modi met Marcos on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi and welcomed the Philippines' participation in the summit as the current ASEAN chair.
According to a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs, two leaders expressed satisfaction at the progress made in bilateral cooperation and agreed to deepen and expand collaboration across a wide range of areas, including defence and security, trade and investment, space, railway infrastructure, fintech, education, tourism, science and technology, innovation and people-to-people ties.
"Delighted to meet President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. Wished him a very happy birthday too. We reviewed the growing momentum in the India-Philippines Strategic Partnership," PM Modi said in a post on X.
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- 13 Sept 2026, 06:24:30 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's praise for India
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- 13 Sept 2026, 05:57:31 PM IST
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BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: The menu of the gala dinner became the latest flashpoint between the BJP and the Congress over its only-vegetarian options. Congress Gandhi Rahul Gandhi made a veiled dig and said that 80% of Indians are non-vegetarians, while Pawan Khera took potshots at the BJP and said if India is home to some of the finest non-vegetarian delicacies, ‘why did the Modi government choose to hide this part of India’s culture?’.
The BJP responded amd slammed the Congress over criticism of the all-vegetarian food served at the BRICS summit gala dinner, saying the opposition party is "sulking" as India has emerged as a global consensus builder and is taking the mentality of a "naraz fufa" to the international stage.
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BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Russian foreign minister Lavrov departs from Delhi
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“Pleased to meet FM Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud @FaisalbinFarhan on the sidelines of #BRICSIndia2026. Exchanged perspectives on regional & global developments, as well as on advancing our bilateral cooperation,” Jaishankar said in a post on X.
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BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM Modi holds bilateral meet with Uganda Vice President Alupo
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- 13 Sept 2026, 04:26:34 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Egyptian President departs from India
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi departed from India on Sunday afternoon after participating in BRICS Summit 2026.
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BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Modi holds a bilateral meeting with Philippines President
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, on the sidelines of BRICS Summit 2026, ANI reported.
- 13 Sept 2026, 04:23:26 PM IST
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- 13 Sept 2026, 04:06:17 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Malayasian PM departs from Delhi
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- 13 Sept 2026, 04:04:35 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Push to resolve Hormuz stalemate grows as Iran, UAE leaders meet
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: - Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed Al Nahyan met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, as the Islamic Republic touts a potential deal to allow more ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
The rare public discussions between the two powers occurred on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in India and came as Oman seeks to bring the Gulf Cooperation Council and Iran together to discuss the waterway, a global chokepoint for energy exports.
Iran has said it will brief Gulf states on Monday on a new agreement, though says any deal won’t amount to a full reopening of the strait and that it will have a say on which ships can traverse it.
Such a gathering has yet to be confirmed, while Bahrain has ruled out attending, citing recent Iranian-backed attacks on Gulf sites. Escalating fighting between Saudi Arabia-backed forces and the Houthis, a group based in neighboring Yemen and supported by Iran, may also complicate the plans.
Sheikh Khaled and Pezeshkian stressed the need to ease tensions, promote deescalation and strengthen regional stability, according to the United Arab Emirates’s state-run WAM news agency.
Pezeshkian has expressed “balanced and rational” stances throughout the protracted crisis, Anwar Gargash, an adviser to the UAE president, said on X.
via Bloomberg
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- 13 Sept 2026, 04:03:19 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Iran's Pezeshkian says unilateral sanctions directly impacting global food security
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: BRICS must expand trade in national currencies and work towards an inclusive global economic framework as excessive dependence on existing financial and trade systems has made emerging economies vulnerable to political shocks, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Sunday.
In an address at the BRICS summit, Pezeshkian, taking a swipe at Western powers, was also critical of "unilateral sanctions", saying they are directly impacting global food security and people's welfare.
The Iranian leader's remarks came weeks after the US imposed new economic sanctions on Iran, tightening the squeeze on Tehran's finances amid ongoing military hostilities between the two sides.
The BRICS must play a greater role in building a more balanced, inclusive and just international order, the Iranian president said, stressing that resilience, cooperation and sustainability should be translated into practical action.
The Iranian president said economic resilience could not be sustained without security, referring to what he described as the military aggression by the United States and Israel against Iran.
The attacks on Iran's economic, energy and development infrastructure could have consequences beyond national borders, creating regional and global repercussions, he said.
via PTI
- 13 Sept 2026, 03:39:12 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Oman hails India’s BRICS consensus-building, says it is ‘nothing new’ for New Delhi
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Speaking exclusively to ANI, Oman Ambassador to India Issa Alshibani said such consensus-building was “nothing new” for India, while acknowledging that there had been pessimism over whether the grouping would reach a declaration.
“There was a pessimistic view about reaching a declaration. But India has been really successful in reaching out to a declaration. This is nothing new to India,” Alshibani said.
He said India had demonstrated its ability to bring “multinational, multi-countries into consensus” on issues discussed in international groupings.
via ANI
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BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Xi Jinping thanks PM Modi for hosting summit
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As per the official statement presented by the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Xi’s remarks came as India hosts the two-day summit under its chairship theme of “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”, with New Delhi placing the priorities of the Global South, multilateralism, sustainable development and technology at the centre of its BRICS agenda.
via ANI
- 13 Sept 2026, 03:01:43 PM IST
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It said the declaration recognised the growing relevance of TCIM in strengthening health systems and contributing to Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
- 13 Sept 2026, 02:44:43 PM IST
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Multipolarity helps bring balance and equity to global systems and institutions. But this requires reforming global multilateral institutions, including the UN Security Council and the Bretton Woods system, to reflect the world of today. As your Summit’s theme rightly frames it, we must build for resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability. This is essential for shaping inclusive global growth.”
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- 13 Sept 2026, 02:40:53 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: BRICS Digital Asset Roundtable co-convenor praises India’s global rise under Modi
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- 13 Sept 2026, 02:37:19 PM IST
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BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Malaysia's Anwar Ibrahim is the next to leave Delhi after Summit
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- 13 Sept 2026, 02:30:29 PM IST
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- 13 Sept 2026, 02:26:14 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM hails BRICS Business Council’s contribution to member nations
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the BRICS Business Council has made a significant contribution to the development of various BRICS nations.
- 13 Sept 2026, 02:19:34 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Xi Jinping calls on Global South to defend rule of law, reject ‘might makes right’
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping said a world without rules risks “chaos and disorder”, stressing that international rules must be written by all countries.
Addressing Session II of the 18th BRICS Summit, Xi said the logic of “might makes right” should have been discarded long ago.
"A world without rules is like a crossroads without traffic lights, where chaos and disorder are all but guaranteed. Fairness and justice is a universal aspiration, and international rules must be written by all countries. The logic of “might makes right” does not hold, and should have been discarded long ago. Global South countries should jointly defend the rule of law in international affairs, safeguard the basic norms of international relations including sovereign equality, noninterference in internal affairs, and the peaceful settlement of disputes, and ensure that international law and international rules are applied to all, free from double standards,” a statement added.
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BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Russia’s Putin leaves India after summit
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Russian President Vladimir Putin departed India on Sunday after participating in the two-day BRICS Summit in New Delhi, the Russian embassy in India said. Putin was among the key leaders who attended the India-hosted summit.
- 13 Sept 2026, 01:49:11 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Oman envoy praises India’s consensus-building role
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Oman’s Ambassador to India, Issa Saleh Abdullah Alshibani, praised India’s handling of differences during its BRICS chairship, saying New Delhi had successfully built consensus on contentious issues.
He said India had demonstrated similar diplomatic skills during its G20 presidency, where it brought countries together on multiple issues.
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- 13 Sept 2026, 01:35:13 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM Modi meets Egyptian President El-Sisi in Delhi
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- 13 Sept 2026, 01:31:58 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Changer.ae CEO on BRICS push for financial integration
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He said greater financial integration was already taking place at the government and corporate levels, citing his experience using India’s UPI system during his first visit to the country. On reducing dependence on the US dollar, Wang said BRICS was “making the right progress”, but stressed that regulations and trust would be key to deeper financial cooperation.
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- 13 Sept 2026, 01:25:04 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Mehbooba Mufti praises BRICS declaration, says Modi ‘shied away’ on key issues
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday described the New Delhi Declaration as a “very positive step”, welcoming its condemnation of the Pahalgam attack and its references to the Gaza and West Asia crises.
However, she criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for what she called a cautious approach to these issues, saying India should have taken a stronger position as BRICS chair and host. Mufti also said India’s foreign policy had shifted away from its traditional non-aligned position and argued that the emerging global order was becoming increasingly multipolar.
- 13 Sept 2026, 01:02:11 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Ethiopian journalist praises India’s ‘very well organised’ presidency
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On his first visit to India, he praised the country’s promotion of its heritage and tourism. He also described India’s BRICS presidency as significant, saying the summit was “very well organised”. (ANI)
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- 13 Sept 2026, 12:41:44 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE:Modi, Xi offered services for Ukraine peace talks, says Kremlin
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- 13 Sept 2026, 12:31:32 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed leaves
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- 13 Sept 2026, 12:19:40 PM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Xi Jinping departs Delhi after summit
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping departed from Delhi after participating in the BRICS Summit 2026.
- 13 Sept 2026, 12:01:59 PM IST
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He said Modi stressed the need for an early agreement to remove sources of friction and enable progress on other issues. “Our Prime Minister stated that if the boundary issue is resolved, the other issues are not major hurdles for India,” Vaid said.
He added that the political message from Modi and Xi must reach diplomats and officials at the operational level.
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- 13 Sept 2026, 11:49:38 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Saudi journalist says she wants to explore India beyond headlines
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- 13 Sept 2026, 11:38:38 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: ‘Indian PM is important’, Iranian journalist praises Modi’s role at BRICS
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- 13 Sept 2026, 11:28:36 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: ‘Global South’s confidence in BRICS has increased,’ says Modi
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the Global South’s confidence in BRICS had increased.
Modi says, "I can say from personal experience that the trust of Global South nations in BRICS has grown, because their voices are heard, their experiences are respected, and solutions are crafted not just for them, but with them. The strength of BRICS lies in our diversity and cooperation. We may be rooted in different realities, but together we rise through cooperation and blossom for humanity. May our diversity remain our identity, our cooperation serve as our inspiration, and our progress benefit all of humanity..."
- 13 Sept 2026, 11:24:14 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Modi pushes AI, geospatial tech for farmers
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He said the BRICS Network on Digital Agriculture will use AI, geospatial technology and digital public infrastructure to address farmers’ needs. Modi also warned that the “weaponisation of technology and critical minerals” could hinder shared progress and stressed the need for inclusivity in technology adoption.
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- 13 Sept 2026, 11:18:29 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Modi announces new disaster management guidelines
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said rising global tensions are having a “significant and widespread negative impact” on ordinary people. He said pandemics, climate disasters and supply chain disruptions have shown that in an interconnected world, no crisis remains confined to one region. “Therefore, we have placed special emphasis on enhancing resilience within the BRICS group,” Modi said. He added that BRICS must identify challenges early, stay prepared and act quickly. “With this approach, a consensus has been reached on a BRICS Integrated Early Warning System for the prevention of and response to infectious diseases.” He also said Early Warning Data Integration Guidelines have been formulated for disaster management.
- 13 Sept 2026, 11:15:36 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM announces early warning system for infectious diseases
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said consensus has been reached on a BRICS Integrated Early Warning System to prevent and respond to infectious diseases. He also said Early Warning Data Integration Guidelines have been formulated to strengthen disaster management.
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- 13 Sept 2026, 11:14:22 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Modi pushes AI, digital agriculture and startup fund
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the BRICS Logistics Supply Chain Cooperation Framework will make supply chains more reliable and resilient. He said the BRICS Incubator Network will connect startups and incubators, while the proposed BRICS Startup Innovation Fund will support innovative and scalable solutions. Modi also said the BRICS Network on Digital Agriculture will use AI, geospatial technology and digital public infrastructure to meet farmers’ needs. He warned that the weaponisation of technology and critical minerals could hinder shared progress and stressed the need for inclusive technology adoption.
- 13 Sept 2026, 11:07:45 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM Modi opens Day 2
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: On Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Under India's presidency, we have focused all our efforts on four pillars: resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability. I am pleased that, with your cooperation and support, we have been able to transform our shared vision into a win-win collaboration..."
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- 13 Sept 2026, 10:55:47 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM Modi's group photo with global leaders on Day 2
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM Modi's group photo with global leaders on Day 2.
- 13 Sept 2026, 10:52:41 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM receives Philippines President Marcos in Delhi
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Sunday as the second day of the BRICS Summit 2026 got underway.
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- 13 Sept 2026, 10:42:30 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: PM Modi welcomes Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at Bharat Mandapam on Sunday as leaders arrived for Day 2 of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.
- 13 Sept 2026, 10:34:41 AM IST
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Scenes from Bharat Mandapam
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE: Scenes from Bharat Mandapam in Delhi.
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