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'Not invited': Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to skip Brics Summit in Delhi

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will not attend the Brics Summit in New Delhi after Dhaka said he was not invited to the two-day meeting.

The Times of India

BRICS Summit: 15,000 Delhi Police personnel to be deployed for multi-layered security

Delhi Police will deploy around 15,000 personnel and 200 paramilitary companies for security during the BRICS Summit on September 12-13. Security will cover Bharat Mandapam, airports, hotels and routes used by foreign dignitaries. Traffic restrictions are expected from September 10 to 14, with police saying they will aim for maximum…

The Economic Times

UN chief Antonio Guterres to stress multipolarity, UNSC reforms at BRICS Summit in India

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will attend the BRICS Summit in India this week. He will speak on the importance of multipolarity and reforming global institutions. Guterres will highlight that current realities differ from those of 1945. He is expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other officials. The…

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Delhi airport operationalises Pier C at T3, raises international passenger capacity by 50% ahead of BRICS

Delhi airport operator DIAL is preparing for the BRICS Summit with a new terminal pier. Pier C at Terminal 3 will handle international flights starting September 9. Dedicated immigration counters are planned for summit participants arriving in New Delhi. This operationalisation will increase the airport's international passenger capacity significantly. Preparations…

The Economic Times

DGCA restricts flying activities at UP training schools during BRICS Summit

Flying activities from Uttar Pradesh FTOs will halt during the BRICS Summit. Restrictions will be in force from September eleventh to thirteenth for security. Similar prohibitions apply to FTOs in six other northern states. Light aircraft and drones are banned within a 300-kilometer Delhi radius. These measures ensure the safe…

The Economic Times

BRICS Summit 2026: Delhi luxury hotels face room crunch, tariffs surge around event dates

Delhi's luxury hotels are experiencing a severe room shortage and increased prices. This situation is occurring just before the upcoming BRICS Summit event. Many top properties show no availability for the summit dates. High tariffs are being quoted for the few remaining rooms. This surge impacts regular tourists and business…

The Economic Times

Russia reveals India's big asks ahead of Modi-Putin meet: Su-57 tech, nuclear plants and more

At the BRICS Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will have a significant meeting with President Vladimir Putin of Russia. The agenda includes vital topics like defense, trade initiatives, and nuclear energy partnerships. Russia is committed to bolstering India's position within BRICS, as the summit will further explore avenues for economic…

The Economic Times

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BRICS Summit 2026 dates: Check traffic advisories, venue, schedule and other details for this week

The BRICS Summit 2026 will be held in New Delhi from September 11 to 13, with Bharat Mandapam at Pragati Maidan as the main venue. Delhi residents and visitors should expect traffic diversions and temporary restrictions on key roads as security arrangements and movement of foreign dignitaries intensify. Schools will…

The Economic Times

Flooding near IGI airport after heavy rain reveals coordination gaps ahead of BRICS summit

Heavy rain caused significant waterlogging near Delhi's IGI Airport on Friday afternoon. The Dwarka underpass experienced flooding, requiring temporary pumps to clear the accumulated water. Other underpasses and roads near the airport also faced waterlogging issues. This incident raises concerns about inter-agency coordination ahead of the BRICS Summit. Delhi's Lieutenant…

The Economic Times

Russian Ambassador Alipov hails India’s ‘huge success’ in leading BRICS ahead of summit

Russia's Ambassador Alipov praised India's successful BRICS leadership this year. He expressed strong confidence in the upcoming summit's success and its rich agenda. India has driven progress on numerous multilateral projects and new initiatives. Discussions will cover security, economic development, and people-to-people contacts. President Putin is expected to attend the…

The Economic Times

"Delhi fully geared up": LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu reviews preparedness for BRICS Summit 2026, urges multi-agency coordination

Delhi's Lieutenant Governor reviewed the city's readiness for the BRICS Summit 2026. He emphasised seamless cooperation and time-bound execution among all agencies. Security protocols and traffic management were directed to be fortified. Civic infrastructure and emergency medical readiness will be robust. Delhi is prepared to welcome international delegates warmly and…

The Economic Times

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman may visit India next week as Dhaka seeks Hasina’s extradition

Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's is likely to visit India next week. India has extended two invitations for bilateral talks and the Brics Summit. Rahman's government seeks the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Hasina plans to return to Bangladesh in December to restore democracy. India has distanced itself…

The Economic Times

Iran President Pezeshkian said to attend BRICS summit in Delhi

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will attend the BRICS summit in New Delhi this September. He joins other senior leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, at the gathering. India will host the 18th BRICS Summit on September 12-13 as the grouping's chair. The summit brings together leaders from major BRICS members…

The Economic Times

Amid Hasina row, India envoy Dinesh Trivedi meets Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman

Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi met Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday. This meeting occurred amid diplomatic friction following Sheikh Hasina's recent virtual address. Hasina's remarks from India on August 5 sparked strong objections from Dhaka. India stated it had no involvement in the private media event. The meeting…

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Enter the dragon: Delhi Brics meet can stage a historic handshake

Xi Jinping's potential visit to India for the BRICS Summit is generating significant international attention. This meeting would mark a third encounter between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi in under two years. Such high-level engagement suggests a move towards sustained dialogue and stable management of differences. India's strategic autonomy…

The Economic Times

India invites Russia for BRICS Summit in New Delhi: Report

India has extended an invitation to Russia for the upcoming 18th BRICS Summit. Preparations are actively underway for the summit, which India will host. The event is scheduled to take place in New Delhi on September 12-13. Bangladesh also received an invitation for the summit's outreach segment. BRICS currently includes…

The Economic Times

India, Russia advance military cooperation at high-level Army-to-Army talks

India and Russia are deepening their military partnership, with recent discussions focusing on enhancing mutual learning and operational synergy. This collaboration extends to defense manufacturing, space exploration, and fertilizer cooperation, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties against external pressures. Russian President Putin is also set to attend the BRICS summit in…

International Business Times

UN Chief In Russia For Putin's BRICS Summit

UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres arrived in Russia on Wednesday to attend the BRICS summit, his first visit to the country for more than two years that has drawn scorn from Ukraine.

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The Hindu

Xi tells Modi that China, India should consider ‘overall interests’ of ties and ‘properly handle’ border issue

China’s Foreign Ministry said that President Xi Jinping told Prime Minister Narendra Modi in talks on August 23 that both sides “should bear in mind the overall interests” of ties and “handle properly the border issue”. Beijing also said the meeting at the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Johannesburg…

Reuters

BRICS Summit will be held in Johannesburg, says South African minister

The BRICS Summit of heads of state will be held in Johannesburg in August, Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor said on Thursday, after speculation that it could be held elsewhere.

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