BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE updates: Leaders arrive at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2, PM Modi greets them

BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE updates: Leaders arrive at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2, PM Modi greets them

BRICS Summit 2026 gets underway

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BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi saw leaders adopt the New Delhi Declaration unanimously, calling for calm in West Asia and backing a two-state solution. Modi, Xi and Putin held key engagements as BRICS pushed for trade, energy stability and reduced reliance on the US dollar.

BRICS Summit 2026: The official opening of the summit at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam was a spectacular event with leaders showcasing the strength of Global South. While various photos showed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin walking hand in hand, the summit was also successful in arriving at a consensus right on the first day. Prime Minister Modi announced the passing of New Delhi Declaration unanimously. it called for immediate "restraint" and calm in the West Asia and backed two-state solution for Israel and Palestine adding that it is opposed to the forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel. Leaders stressed the critical need to maintain the smooth, unhindered flow of global trade, supply chains, and energy markets amid Western sanctions and geopolitical friction. The member states heavily prioritized reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar. It also condemned Pahalgam terror attack.

High-stakes bilateral meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China's Xi Jinping took place, with both sides agreeing that differences between them should not convert to disputes. Bilateral meeting was also held between Iran's Pezeshkian and UAE's Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamad al Nahan. PM Modi in his closing remarks stated that he Global South must transition from being "rule-takers" to becoming "rule-shapers" on the world stage. Meanwhile, New Delhi was placed under an intense security blanket with over 15,000 police personnel and 200 paramilitary companies deployed.

Several bilateral meetings are scheduled today as well. Leaders from BRICS member countries, partner nations, and outreach invitees will begin arriving. The official group photograph will be taken. Leaders will attend the main open session, "Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth," after which the summit will conclude with the release of the New Delhi Declaration.

Stay tuned for all updates

10:52:59
BRICS leaders stand for family photo
10:52:14
A group of Indian scholars, religious figures adn Hurriyat chief Mirwaiz umar Farooq met with Iranian Foreign Minsiter Araghchi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit
10:50:49
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/k02GCaoW0N">pic.twitter.com/k02GCaoW0N</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099001144022618304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:50:07
Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim met Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for a breakfast meeting.
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10:49:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/kKqpgxPGRF">pic.twitter.com/kKqpgxPGRF</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999352840880318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:48:55
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/42FkAllgQa">pic.twitter.com/42FkAllgQa</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999565580189698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:45
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/mJOsRJvXFC">pic.twitter.com/mJOsRJvXFC</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999737131336140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="tl" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/zbJlT2viZV">pic.twitter.com/zbJlT2viZV</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999919231246556?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:38:24
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/h4NQbgMLZn">pic.twitter.com/h4NQbgMLZn</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000087137653084?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:31:44
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/Xn39Fpnqd7">pic.twitter.com/Xn39Fpnqd7</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000264858714339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:09:11
BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda

BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda. Speaking on the declaration, BJP MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray said the outcome was particularly important in view of the global developments confronting the international community.

10:08:35
BRICS member, partner countries to take part in open session; PM Modi to hold series of bilateral meetings

The second day of New Delhi BRICS Summit will see participation of BRICS Member and Partner in an open session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi also slated to hold bilateral meetings with leaders from seven countries on Sunday.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet  with leaders of South Africa, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Egypt and Burundi, Uganda and Nigeria on Sunday. 

10:01:11
Iran President Pezeshkian touches feet of Hindu spiritual leader at Delhi event, video goes viral

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is in India for BRIC Summit 2026, met with Hindu spiritual leader Jagadguru Swami Satishacharya Ji Maharaj o the sidelines of the summit. His moments with the Hindu spiritual leader has gone viral as he can be seen touching his feet and smiling while holding the leader's hand. WATCH

09:22:20
Pahalgam victims' kin hails BRICS New Delhi Declaration's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism

The unanimous adoption of the BRICS New Delhi Declaration, which explicitly condemned the April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, has brought a sense of validation and emotional relief to the grieving families of the victims. The joint declaration issued at the summit strongly denounced the tragic incident that claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir, calling for a global "zero-tolerance" policy against terrorism, cross-border networks and terrorist financing.
 

Reacting to the international development, Aishanya Dwivedi, whose husband Shubham Dwivedi lost his life in the attack, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for raising the critical issue on the global platform. "I express my heartfelt gratitude to our Prime Minister on behalf of all 26 families, for raising such a major issue as terrorism on a global stage from within India... For us 26 families, this signifies that while honouring the sacrifice of our 26 loved ones, the government is taking, and will continue to take, decisive steps against terrorism,” Aishanya told ANI.

09:22:02
Delhi Traffic Police announces diversions for final day of Brics summit

Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday issued a detailed advisory announcing diversions at 22 points and regulating vehicular movement on more than 35 roads.

 The restrictions will remain in place from 8 am to 8 pm on Sunday.

Several important roads in central and south Delhi will be affected, including Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Tees January Marg, Rajesh Pilot Marg, Subramaniam Bharti Marg, Mathura Road, Moti Lal Nehru Marg, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh Marg, Africa Avenue Road, Satya Marg, Shanti Path, Janpath, Ashoka Road, Barakhamba Road, Tolstoy Marg, Ranjeet Singh Flyover, Niti Marg, Panchsheel Marg, Kemal Ataturk Marg, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, Press Enclave Road, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Josef Broz Tito Marg and Lala Lajpat Rai Marg.

08:46:54
'He is popular...': Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's praise for PM Modi during bilateral meeting

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Sep 12). Just at the start of the important meeting, the Malaysian PM can be seen candidly mentioning that Prime Minister Modi is very popular. WATCH THE MOMENT HERE

08:17:07
‘Partners, not rivals’: Xi bats for stronger India-China ties, but skips gala dinner

During the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Chinese President Xi Jinping stated that India and China are development partners rather than rivals, outlining a four-point plan for bilateral relations. However, Xi notably skipped the official gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

08:15:52
BRICS Summit LIVE: Indian ministers travel by bus to the venue of the summit

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami tweets, &quot;Travelled by bus to the venue along with the Union Ministers and Chief Ministers of various states to participate in the BRICS Summit held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Keeping in mind the smooth movement of all… <a href="https://t.co/ldBtdh3cwc">pic.twitter.com/ldBtdh3cwc</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098945129763778664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:15:07
BRICS Summit LIVE: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. <a href="https://t.co/4xOpZlRGIT">pic.twitter.com/4xOpZlRGIT</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098963758383251952?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:14:14
'Family photograph' in BRICS

An official "family photograph" featuring Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other world leaders was captured at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi

08:13:31
Kazakhstan Prez Philippines Prez Egypt Prez South Africa Prez Burundi Prez VP of Nigeria, Uganda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with the Presidents of Kazakhstan, the Philippines, Egypt, South Africa and Burundi, as well as the Vice Presidents of Nigeria and Uganda, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.

BRICS Summit 2026: The official opening of the summit at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam was a spectacular event with leaders showcasing the strength of Global South. While various photos showed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin walking hand in hand, the summit was also successful in arriving at a consensus right on the first day. Prime Minister Modi announced the passing of New Delhi Declaration unanimously. it called for immediate "restraint" and calm in the West Asia and backed two-state solution for Israel and Palestine adding that it is opposed to the forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel. Leaders stressed the critical need to maintain the smooth, unhindered flow of global trade, supply chains, and energy markets amid Western sanctions and geopolitical friction. The member states heavily prioritized reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar. It also condemned Pahalgam terror attack.

High-stakes bilateral meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China's Xi Jinping took place, with both sides agreeing that differences between them should not convert to disputes. Bilateral meeting was also held between Iran's Pezeshkian and UAE's Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamad al Nahan. PM Modi in his closing remarks stated that he Global South must transition from being "rule-takers" to becoming "rule-shapers" on the world stage. Meanwhile, New Delhi was placed under an intense security blanket with over 15,000 police personnel and 200 paramilitary companies deployed.

Several bilateral meetings are scheduled today as well. Leaders from BRICS member countries, partner nations, and outreach invitees will begin arriving. The official group photograph will be taken. Leaders will attend the main open session, "Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth," after which the summit will conclude with the release of the New Delhi Declaration.

Stay tuned for all updates

10:52:59
BRICS leaders stand for family photo
10:52:14
A group of Indian scholars, religious figures adn Hurriyat chief Mirwaiz umar Farooq met with Iranian Foreign Minsiter Araghchi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit
10:50:49
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/k02GCaoW0N">pic.twitter.com/k02GCaoW0N</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099001144022618304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:50:07
Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim met Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for a breakfast meeting.
Image
10:49:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/kKqpgxPGRF">pic.twitter.com/kKqpgxPGRF</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999352840880318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:48:55
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/42FkAllgQa">pic.twitter.com/42FkAllgQa</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999565580189698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:45
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/mJOsRJvXFC">pic.twitter.com/mJOsRJvXFC</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999737131336140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="tl" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/zbJlT2viZV">pic.twitter.com/zbJlT2viZV</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999919231246556?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:38:24
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/h4NQbgMLZn">pic.twitter.com/h4NQbgMLZn</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000087137653084?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:31:44
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/Xn39Fpnqd7">pic.twitter.com/Xn39Fpnqd7</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000264858714339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:09:11
BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda

BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda. Speaking on the declaration, BJP MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray said the outcome was particularly important in view of the global developments confronting the international community.

10:08:35
BRICS member, partner countries to take part in open session; PM Modi to hold series of bilateral meetings

The second day of New Delhi BRICS Summit will see participation of BRICS Member and Partner in an open session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi also slated to hold bilateral meetings with leaders from seven countries on Sunday.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet  with leaders of South Africa, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Egypt and Burundi, Uganda and Nigeria on Sunday. 

10:01:11
Iran President Pezeshkian touches feet of Hindu spiritual leader at Delhi event, video goes viral

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is in India for BRIC Summit 2026, met with Hindu spiritual leader Jagadguru Swami Satishacharya Ji Maharaj o the sidelines of the summit. His moments with the Hindu spiritual leader has gone viral as he can be seen touching his feet and smiling while holding the leader's hand. WATCH

09:22:20
Pahalgam victims' kin hails BRICS New Delhi Declaration's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism

The unanimous adoption of the BRICS New Delhi Declaration, which explicitly condemned the April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, has brought a sense of validation and emotional relief to the grieving families of the victims. The joint declaration issued at the summit strongly denounced the tragic incident that claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir, calling for a global "zero-tolerance" policy against terrorism, cross-border networks and terrorist financing.
 

Reacting to the international development, Aishanya Dwivedi, whose husband Shubham Dwivedi lost his life in the attack, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for raising the critical issue on the global platform. "I express my heartfelt gratitude to our Prime Minister on behalf of all 26 families, for raising such a major issue as terrorism on a global stage from within India... For us 26 families, this signifies that while honouring the sacrifice of our 26 loved ones, the government is taking, and will continue to take, decisive steps against terrorism,” Aishanya told ANI.

09:22:02
Delhi Traffic Police announces diversions for final day of Brics summit

Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday issued a detailed advisory announcing diversions at 22 points and regulating vehicular movement on more than 35 roads.

 The restrictions will remain in place from 8 am to 8 pm on Sunday.

Several important roads in central and south Delhi will be affected, including Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Tees January Marg, Rajesh Pilot Marg, Subramaniam Bharti Marg, Mathura Road, Moti Lal Nehru Marg, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh Marg, Africa Avenue Road, Satya Marg, Shanti Path, Janpath, Ashoka Road, Barakhamba Road, Tolstoy Marg, Ranjeet Singh Flyover, Niti Marg, Panchsheel Marg, Kemal Ataturk Marg, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, Press Enclave Road, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Josef Broz Tito Marg and Lala Lajpat Rai Marg.

08:46:54
'He is popular...': Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's praise for PM Modi during bilateral meeting

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Sep 12). Just at the start of the important meeting, the Malaysian PM can be seen candidly mentioning that Prime Minister Modi is very popular. WATCH THE MOMENT HERE

08:17:07
‘Partners, not rivals’: Xi bats for stronger India-China ties, but skips gala dinner

During the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Chinese President Xi Jinping stated that India and China are development partners rather than rivals, outlining a four-point plan for bilateral relations. However, Xi notably skipped the official gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

08:15:52
BRICS Summit LIVE: Indian ministers travel by bus to the venue of the summit

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami tweets, &quot;Travelled by bus to the venue along with the Union Ministers and Chief Ministers of various states to participate in the BRICS Summit held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Keeping in mind the smooth movement of all… <a href="https://t.co/ldBtdh3cwc">pic.twitter.com/ldBtdh3cwc</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098945129763778664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:15:07
BRICS Summit LIVE: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. <a href="https://t.co/4xOpZlRGIT">pic.twitter.com/4xOpZlRGIT</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098963758383251952?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:14:14
'Family photograph' in BRICS

An official "family photograph" featuring Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other world leaders was captured at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi

08:13:31
Kazakhstan Prez Philippines Prez Egypt Prez South Africa Prez Burundi Prez VP of Nigeria, Uganda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with the Presidents of Kazakhstan, the Philippines, Egypt, South Africa and Burundi, as well as the Vice Presidents of Nigeria and Uganda, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.

BRICS Summit 2026: The official opening of the summit at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam was a spectacular event with leaders showcasing the strength of Global South. While various photos showed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin walking hand in hand, the summit was also successful in arriving at a consensus right on the first day. Prime Minister Modi announced the passing of New Delhi Declaration unanimously. it called for immediate "restraint" and calm in the West Asia and backed two-state solution for Israel and Palestine adding that it is opposed to the forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel. Leaders stressed the critical need to maintain the smooth, unhindered flow of global trade, supply chains, and energy markets amid Western sanctions and geopolitical friction. The member states heavily prioritized reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar. It also condemned Pahalgam terror attack.

High-stakes bilateral meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China's Xi Jinping took place, with both sides agreeing that differences between them should not convert to disputes. Bilateral meeting was also held between Iran's Pezeshkian and UAE's Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamad al Nahan. PM Modi in his closing remarks stated that he Global South must transition from being "rule-takers" to becoming "rule-shapers" on the world stage. Meanwhile, New Delhi was placed under an intense security blanket with over 15,000 police personnel and 200 paramilitary companies deployed.

Several bilateral meetings are scheduled today as well. Leaders from BRICS member countries, partner nations, and outreach invitees will begin arriving. The official group photograph will be taken. Leaders will attend the main open session, "Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth," after which the summit will conclude with the release of the New Delhi Declaration.

Stay tuned for all updates

10:52:59
BRICS leaders stand for family photo
10:52:14
A group of Indian scholars, religious figures adn Hurriyat chief Mirwaiz umar Farooq met with Iranian Foreign Minsiter Araghchi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit
10:50:49
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/k02GCaoW0N">pic.twitter.com/k02GCaoW0N</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099001144022618304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:50:07
Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim met Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for a breakfast meeting.
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10:49:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/kKqpgxPGRF">pic.twitter.com/kKqpgxPGRF</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999352840880318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:48:55
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/42FkAllgQa">pic.twitter.com/42FkAllgQa</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999565580189698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:45
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/mJOsRJvXFC">pic.twitter.com/mJOsRJvXFC</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999737131336140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="tl" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/zbJlT2viZV">pic.twitter.com/zbJlT2viZV</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999919231246556?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:38:24
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/h4NQbgMLZn">pic.twitter.com/h4NQbgMLZn</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000087137653084?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:31:44
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/Xn39Fpnqd7">pic.twitter.com/Xn39Fpnqd7</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000264858714339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:09:11
BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda

BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda. Speaking on the declaration, BJP MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray said the outcome was particularly important in view of the global developments confronting the international community.

10:08:35
BRICS member, partner countries to take part in open session; PM Modi to hold series of bilateral meetings

The second day of New Delhi BRICS Summit will see participation of BRICS Member and Partner in an open session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi also slated to hold bilateral meetings with leaders from seven countries on Sunday.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet  with leaders of South Africa, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Egypt and Burundi, Uganda and Nigeria on Sunday. 

10:01:11
Iran President Pezeshkian touches feet of Hindu spiritual leader at Delhi event, video goes viral

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is in India for BRIC Summit 2026, met with Hindu spiritual leader Jagadguru Swami Satishacharya Ji Maharaj o the sidelines of the summit. His moments with the Hindu spiritual leader has gone viral as he can be seen touching his feet and smiling while holding the leader's hand. WATCH

09:22:20
Pahalgam victims' kin hails BRICS New Delhi Declaration's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism

The unanimous adoption of the BRICS New Delhi Declaration, which explicitly condemned the April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, has brought a sense of validation and emotional relief to the grieving families of the victims. The joint declaration issued at the summit strongly denounced the tragic incident that claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir, calling for a global "zero-tolerance" policy against terrorism, cross-border networks and terrorist financing.
 

Reacting to the international development, Aishanya Dwivedi, whose husband Shubham Dwivedi lost his life in the attack, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for raising the critical issue on the global platform. "I express my heartfelt gratitude to our Prime Minister on behalf of all 26 families, for raising such a major issue as terrorism on a global stage from within India... For us 26 families, this signifies that while honouring the sacrifice of our 26 loved ones, the government is taking, and will continue to take, decisive steps against terrorism,” Aishanya told ANI.

09:22:02
Delhi Traffic Police announces diversions for final day of Brics summit

Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday issued a detailed advisory announcing diversions at 22 points and regulating vehicular movement on more than 35 roads.

 The restrictions will remain in place from 8 am to 8 pm on Sunday.

Several important roads in central and south Delhi will be affected, including Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Tees January Marg, Rajesh Pilot Marg, Subramaniam Bharti Marg, Mathura Road, Moti Lal Nehru Marg, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh Marg, Africa Avenue Road, Satya Marg, Shanti Path, Janpath, Ashoka Road, Barakhamba Road, Tolstoy Marg, Ranjeet Singh Flyover, Niti Marg, Panchsheel Marg, Kemal Ataturk Marg, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, Press Enclave Road, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Josef Broz Tito Marg and Lala Lajpat Rai Marg.

08:46:54
'He is popular...': Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's praise for PM Modi during bilateral meeting

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Sep 12). Just at the start of the important meeting, the Malaysian PM can be seen candidly mentioning that Prime Minister Modi is very popular. WATCH THE MOMENT HERE

08:17:07
‘Partners, not rivals’: Xi bats for stronger India-China ties, but skips gala dinner

During the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Chinese President Xi Jinping stated that India and China are development partners rather than rivals, outlining a four-point plan for bilateral relations. However, Xi notably skipped the official gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

08:15:52
BRICS Summit LIVE: Indian ministers travel by bus to the venue of the summit

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami tweets, &quot;Travelled by bus to the venue along with the Union Ministers and Chief Ministers of various states to participate in the BRICS Summit held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Keeping in mind the smooth movement of all… <a href="https://t.co/ldBtdh3cwc">pic.twitter.com/ldBtdh3cwc</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098945129763778664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:15:07
BRICS Summit LIVE: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. <a href="https://t.co/4xOpZlRGIT">pic.twitter.com/4xOpZlRGIT</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098963758383251952?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:14:14
'Family photograph' in BRICS

An official "family photograph" featuring Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other world leaders was captured at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi

08:13:31
Kazakhstan Prez Philippines Prez Egypt Prez South Africa Prez Burundi Prez VP of Nigeria, Uganda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with the Presidents of Kazakhstan, the Philippines, Egypt, South Africa and Burundi, as well as the Vice Presidents of Nigeria and Uganda, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.

BRICS Summit 2026: The official opening of the summit at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam was a spectacular event with leaders showcasing the strength of Global South. While various photos showed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin walking hand in hand, the summit was also successful in arriving at a consensus right on the first day. Prime Minister Modi announced the passing of New Delhi Declaration unanimously. it called for immediate "restraint" and calm in the West Asia and backed two-state solution for Israel and Palestine adding that it is opposed to the forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel. Leaders stressed the critical need to maintain the smooth, unhindered flow of global trade, supply chains, and energy markets amid Western sanctions and geopolitical friction. The member states heavily prioritized reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar. It also condemned Pahalgam terror attack.

High-stakes bilateral meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China's Xi Jinping took place, with both sides agreeing that differences between them should not convert to disputes. Bilateral meeting was also held between Iran's Pezeshkian and UAE's Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamad al Nahan. PM Modi in his closing remarks stated that he Global South must transition from being "rule-takers" to becoming "rule-shapers" on the world stage. Meanwhile, New Delhi was placed under an intense security blanket with over 15,000 police personnel and 200 paramilitary companies deployed.

Several bilateral meetings are scheduled today as well. Leaders from BRICS member countries, partner nations, and outreach invitees will begin arriving. The official group photograph will be taken. Leaders will attend the main open session, "Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth," after which the summit will conclude with the release of the New Delhi Declaration.

Stay tuned for all updates

10:52:59
BRICS leaders stand for family photo
10:52:14
A group of Indian scholars, religious figures adn Hurriyat chief Mirwaiz umar Farooq met with Iranian Foreign Minsiter Araghchi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit
10:50:49
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/k02GCaoW0N">pic.twitter.com/k02GCaoW0N</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099001144022618304?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:50:07
Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim met Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra for a breakfast meeting.
Image
10:49:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Jessica Alupo, the Vice President of Uganda, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/kKqpgxPGRF">pic.twitter.com/kKqpgxPGRF</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999352840880318?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:48:55
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Lê Minh Hưng, the Prime Minister of Vietnam, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/42FkAllgQa">pic.twitter.com/42FkAllgQa</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999565580189698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:45
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026. <br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/mJOsRJvXFC">pic.twitter.com/mJOsRJvXFC</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999737131336140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:45:11
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="tl" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) António Guterres at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/zbJlT2viZV">pic.twitter.com/zbJlT2viZV</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098999919231246556?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:38:24
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/h4NQbgMLZn">pic.twitter.com/h4NQbgMLZn</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000087137653084?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:31:44
Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Kashim Shettima, the Vice President of Nigeria, at Bharat Mandapam on Day 2 of the BRICS Summit 2026.<br><br>(Source: DD News) <a href="https://t.co/Xn39Fpnqd7">pic.twitter.com/Xn39Fpnqd7</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2099000264858714339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

10:09:11
BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda

BJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agendaBJP leaders hail BRICS New Delhi Declaration, highlight peace and Global South agenda. Speaking on the declaration, BJP MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray said the outcome was particularly important in view of the global developments confronting the international community.

10:08:35
BRICS member, partner countries to take part in open session; PM Modi to hold series of bilateral meetings

The second day of New Delhi BRICS Summit will see participation of BRICS Member and Partner in an open session with Prime Minister Narendra Modi also slated to hold bilateral meetings with leaders from seven countries on Sunday.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet  with leaders of South Africa, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Egypt and Burundi, Uganda and Nigeria on Sunday. 

10:01:11
Iran President Pezeshkian touches feet of Hindu spiritual leader at Delhi event, video goes viral

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, who is in India for BRIC Summit 2026, met with Hindu spiritual leader Jagadguru Swami Satishacharya Ji Maharaj o the sidelines of the summit. His moments with the Hindu spiritual leader has gone viral as he can be seen touching his feet and smiling while holding the leader's hand. WATCH

09:22:20
Pahalgam victims' kin hails BRICS New Delhi Declaration's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism

The unanimous adoption of the BRICS New Delhi Declaration, which explicitly condemned the April 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, has brought a sense of validation and emotional relief to the grieving families of the victims. The joint declaration issued at the summit strongly denounced the tragic incident that claimed 26 lives in Jammu and Kashmir, calling for a global "zero-tolerance" policy against terrorism, cross-border networks and terrorist financing.
 

Reacting to the international development, Aishanya Dwivedi, whose husband Shubham Dwivedi lost his life in the attack, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for raising the critical issue on the global platform. "I express my heartfelt gratitude to our Prime Minister on behalf of all 26 families, for raising such a major issue as terrorism on a global stage from within India... For us 26 families, this signifies that while honouring the sacrifice of our 26 loved ones, the government is taking, and will continue to take, decisive steps against terrorism,” Aishanya told ANI.

09:22:02
Delhi Traffic Police announces diversions for final day of Brics summit

Delhi Traffic Police on Sunday issued a detailed advisory announcing diversions at 22 points and regulating vehicular movement on more than 35 roads.

 The restrictions will remain in place from 8 am to 8 pm on Sunday.

Several important roads in central and south Delhi will be affected, including Sardar Patel Marg, Mother Teresa Crescent, Teen Murti Marg, Akbar Road, Tees January Marg, Rajesh Pilot Marg, Subramaniam Bharti Marg, Mathura Road, Moti Lal Nehru Marg, Dr Zakir Hussain Marg, Brigadier Hoshiyar Singh Marg, Africa Avenue Road, Satya Marg, Shanti Path, Janpath, Ashoka Road, Barakhamba Road, Tolstoy Marg, Ranjeet Singh Flyover, Niti Marg, Panchsheel Marg, Kemal Ataturk Marg, APJ Abdul Kalam Road, Press Enclave Road, Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg, Josef Broz Tito Marg and Lala Lajpat Rai Marg.

08:46:54
'He is popular...': Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's praise for PM Modi during bilateral meeting

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim held a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Sep 12). Just at the start of the important meeting, the Malaysian PM can be seen candidly mentioning that Prime Minister Modi is very popular. WATCH THE MOMENT HERE

08:17:07
‘Partners, not rivals’: Xi bats for stronger India-China ties, but skips gala dinner

During the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Chinese President Xi Jinping stated that India and China are development partners rather than rivals, outlining a four-point plan for bilateral relations. However, Xi notably skipped the official gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

08:15:52
BRICS Summit LIVE: Indian ministers travel by bus to the venue of the summit

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami tweets, &quot;Travelled by bus to the venue along with the Union Ministers and Chief Ministers of various states to participate in the BRICS Summit held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Keeping in mind the smooth movement of all… <a href="https://t.co/ldBtdh3cwc">pic.twitter.com/ldBtdh3cwc</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098945129763778664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:15:07
BRICS Summit LIVE: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Security tightened at the Bharat Mandapam today for the final day of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. <a href="https://t.co/4xOpZlRGIT">pic.twitter.com/4xOpZlRGIT</a></p>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098963758383251952?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

08:14:14
'Family photograph' in BRICS

An official "family photograph" featuring Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other world leaders was captured at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi

08:13:31
Kazakhstan Prez Philippines Prez Egypt Prez South Africa Prez Burundi Prez VP of Nigeria, Uganda

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with the Presidents of Kazakhstan, the Philippines, Egypt, South Africa and Burundi, as well as the Vice Presidents of Nigeria and Uganda, on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.

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