BRICS: News
BRICS is the association of five major countries. These major economies are Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. South Africa joined the association in 2010. The BRICS nations hold annual summits. These summits are to encourage commercial, political and cultural cooperation. The first summit was hosted by Russia in 2009 and the latest 10th summit was hosted by South Africa in 2018.
BRICS to launch guarantee fund to spur investment across bloc
The BRICS group of emerging economies, Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is planning to launch a new guarantee fund, according to Reuters.
Modi to embark on longest diplomatic tour; BRICS on agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour from July 2-9, starting in Ghana. The visit is aimed at strengthening ties with key Global South nations.
What new US intelligence report revealed about Pakistan's nuclear arsenal
The United States Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) 2025 Worldwide Threat Assessment report has underscored Pakistan's military modernization efforts, including the development of battlefield nuclear weapons.
'Haven't heard from them': Trump claims BRICS broke up
United States President Donald Trump has claimed that the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) bloc "broke up" after he threatened to impose 150% tariffs.
Why India is closely watching Turkey president's visit to Pakistan
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is on a four-day tour of Asia, ending his trip with a visit to Pakistan. He had earlier visited Malaysia and Indonesia.
Trump to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China starting Saturday
United States President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China.
'Replace dollar, face 100% tariffs': Trump threatens BRICS nations again
United States President Donald Trump has sent a strong warning to the BRICS nations again, threatening to slap a 100% tariff on their exports if they try to replace the US dollar as the dominant currency in international trade.
Nigeria becomes latest 'partner country' of BRICS bloc
Nigeria has officially been welcomed as a "partner country" of the BRICS bloc, the current chair of the group, Brazil announced.
India, China to resume border talks after 5-year hiatus
India and China will restart their Special Representative Dialogue on border disputes after a gap of five years.
Xi Jinping unlikely to attend Trump's inauguration despite invitation
Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to attend the inauguration of United States President-elect Donald Trump in January, even after receiving an invitation.
'India has never supported dedollarization': Jaishankar after Trump's tariff warning
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has clarified that there is no proposal for a new BRICS currency after United States President-elect Donald Trump warned of tariffs.
Trump threatens 100% tariff on BRICS nations over currency plans
United States President-elect Donald Trump has sent a strong warning to the BRICS nations, threatening them with a 100% tariff if they back or establish a new currency to supplant the "mighty" US dollar in global trade.
BRICS: Jaishankar lists 5 points for 'more equitable global order'
External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar, who is representing India at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, stated that, while production and consumption have steadily diversified, many inequities of the past also continue.
'India supports dialogue, diplomacy...not war': PM Modi at BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday reiterated India's commitment to dialogue and diplomacy over war at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia.
BRICS expands: Which countries joined, which want to
The informal grouping of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—BRICS—has expanded its membership to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates.
Ukraine's population dropped by 10 million since Russian invasion: UN
Ukraine's population has dropped by more than 10 million since Russia's invasion in 2022—triggering mass migration and a sharp decline in birth rates, the United Nations reported on Tuesday.
'Indian films are most popular...': Vladmir Putin praises Bollywood
Russia has long been an admirer of Bollywood, and now President Vladimir Putin has revealed just how much it is loved.
Jaishankar's 'smart' answer on India-Russia ties elicits smile from Blinken
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday defended India's decision to purchase Russian oil despite sanctions on Moscow amid the war with Ukraine.
India's diplomacy in 2023: A year of milestones
India has made some significant strides lately in the global diplomatic arena.
Modi-Xi BRICS meeting: Differing statements cast doubts over LAC de-escalation
India and China issued conflicting statements about Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping's meeting at the BRICS Summit, raising doubts about the progress made in de-escalating tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), The Indian Express reported.
PM Modi, Jinping discuss India-China relations at BRICS Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a "candid and in-depth exchange of views" on the current state of India-China relations and other shared interests during the recent BRICS Summit in South Africa, the Chinese foreign ministry said.
BRICS to soon get 6 new members
Six countries will soon join the BRICS group, and their membership will take effect from January 1 next year, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday.
Xi Jinping's mysterious absence at BRICS Business Forum raises questions
Chinese President Xi Jinping's "unexplained" absence from a scheduled key speech at the BRICS Business Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa, has sparked rumors about his health and political standing.
Why 40+ countries want to join BRICS
BRICS—a coalition of large emerging economies comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—reportedly aims to expand nearly 22 years after its inception.
BRICS Summit: No confirmation yet on PM Modi meeting Jinping
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to attend the BRICS Summit, his first in-person appearance since the COVID-19 pandemic, in Johannesburg from August 22 to 24.
LAC standoff: Major generals of India, China discuss outstanding disputes
India and China held major general-level talks on Friday to discuss the outstanding border issues, Hindustan Times reported on Saturday.
India, China say military talks 'positive,' but no immediate breakthrough
The 19th round of military talks between the senior commanders of India and China to resolve the standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh failed to yield any immediate breakthrough, The Times of India reported.
India announces BRICS Start-up Forum to foster collaboration
India is set to launch the BRICS Start-up Forum in 2023, aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among startups, investors, incubators, and entrepreneurs.
India trashes reports about it opposing BRICS expansion
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Thursday refuted reports that India is against the BRICS expansion, calling them "baseless speculation."
Jaishankar attacks Rahul Gandhi for his remarks in US
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar took a jibe at Congress leader and former party chief Rahul Gandhi for his recent remarks in the United States (US), saying he will "vigorously" argue his points upon his return to India.
India tells UNSC Afghanistan still fragile; calls for inclusive government
India has told the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) that the "fragility" of the Afghanistan situation is of great concern to India.
China backs India to host BRICS Summit 2021: Details
China on Monday expressed its support for India in hosting this year's BRICS summit and said it will work with New Delhi to strengthen the cooperation among the five-member grouping of emerging economies.
Brazilian President to be chief guest at Republic Day 2020
Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to be the chief guest for Republic Day celebrations next year, and the latter has graciously accepted the same.
BRICS to focus on counter-terror cooperation as priority area
BRICS, a bloc of five leading nations including India and China, will discuss counter-terror cooperation as one of its priority areas during its annual summit later this year.
Russia launches math contest to promote education initiatives: Envoy
In a bid to bring youngsters from India and Russia together, the Russian envoy to India said Thursday that a mathematics contest has been launched to promote Russian education initiatives.
#MoneyInSwissBanks: India witnesses 50% rise in funds; jumps to 73rd-place
India moved up to 73rd place in terms of money parked by its citizens/companies with Swiss banks in 2017, while the UK remains on the top.
India ranked 30th on WEF global manufacturing index; Japan tops
The World Economic Forum (WEF) ranked India 30th in its global manufacturing index, 25 places behind China, but ahead of BRICS nations Brazil, Russia, and South Africa.
IIT-Bombay, IISc-Bangalore among the top-10 institutions in BRICS University Rankings
In a first, the prestigious IIT-Bombay has bagged the 9th position in the list of top 10 universities in BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa).
China to shield JeM-chief Masood Azhar at UN again?
China often stands up for its all-weather friend, Pakistan at the UN and other multilateral forums.
Chinese envoy: New Delhi, Beijing should build on BRICS consensus
PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping charted a new course for peaceful bilateral relations while meeting on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in China last month.
Days after BRICS declaration, China does about-turn on Pak terror
It's barely been five days since China joined other BRICS countries to condemn Pakistan-based terror groups in a declaration.
Pakistan finally admits LeT, JeM are based in its territory
After years of denial, Pakistan has for the first time admitted that anti-India terrorist outfits such as the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Muhammed (JeM) operate from its territory.
BRICS declaration: Has China shifted its stance on Masood Azhar?
China endorsed a declaration which named Jaish-e-Mohammad along with other Pakistan-based terror groups at the recently concluded BRICS Summit.
India claims crucial diplomatic wins during eventful BRICS Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed from China to Myanmar after an eventful BRICS summit.
China dodges question on JeM chief Azhar despite BRICS declaration
On Monday, a BRICS joint declaration condemned Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) among other Pakistan-based terrorist groups.
BRICS leaders condemn Pak-based terror groups, pass declaration against terrorism
The leaders attending the 9th BRICS Summit in Xiamen, China, have passed a joint declaration condemning "terrorism in all its forms."
BRICS Summit 2017: What's on PM Modi's agenda?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leaving for Xiamen, China today to attend the 9th BRICS summit. He is expected to raise terrorism as a major issue.
China tells India not to raise Pakistan terror at BRICS
China has indicated that it would object any discussion during the upcoming BRICS summit about the safe havens provided by Pakistan to terrorist groups.
Sohail Mahmood's appointment as Pak high commissioner makes India positive
Sohail Mahmood is set to take over as Pakistan's new high commissioner to India, a reason for positivity for New Delhi.
Meghalaya: Rape accused MLA appointed to state Assembly panels
Meghalaya legislator Julius Dorphang, accused of raping a minor girl, has been appointed a member of the Committee of Privileges and the Committee on Subordinate Legislation.
G20 summit: What did PM Modi say?
Addressing world leaders at the G20 summit, PM Modi indirectly referenced Pakistan, while speaking of countries using terror to further their political objectives and urged G20 leaders to take 'deterrent' action against such countries.
G20 Summit: Modi, Xi praise each other amid Sikkim standoff
PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping praised each other when they spoke at an informal BRICS meeting on the sidelines of the two-day G20 summit in Hamburg, Germany.
There's no good or bad terrorist: India at BRICS meet
Clearly articulating India's stance towards terrorism at the BRICS foreign ministerial meet, Minister of state for external affairs, V K Singh noted that terrorists cannot be differentiated as good or bad, but as a menace threatening global peace and stability.
PM Modi in Russia: Agreement on Kudankulam to be finalized
Completing fruitful visits to Germany and Spain, PM Modi is currently undertaking a visit to Russia, as a part of the third leg of his four-nation trip.
Modi embarks upon Europe visit, makes first stop in Germany
Having completed three years in power at home, PM Modi has embarked upon a four-nation Euro-trip, making his first stop in Germany. He will also visit Russia, Spain and France.
Upcoming budget could turn India's school education crisis into opportunity
Over 260 million children have enrolled in elementary and secondary schools in 2015-16.