Narendra Modi

BRICS nations adopt joint declaration after West Asia negotiations

Conservative judge J. Michael Luttig warns in The New Republic that if Republicans refuse to seat Democrats after the 2026 midterms, the United States could face a constitutional crisis and potential paralysis as courts grapple with a disputed seating. At the BRICS summit in New Delhi, India, Modi and Xi Jinping outlined steps toward global governance reform and deeper bilateral ties, with a consensus declaration and proposals for a BRICS Reform Roadmap.

Modi Ties BRICS Trade Goals to Secure Sea Lanes and Seafarer Safety

PM Modi used the BRICS Business Forum to stress that global trade hinges on secure sea lanes, open supply routes, and the safety of seafarers, reinforcing India’s commitment to freedom of navigation amid regional tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. He also highlighted BRICS’ growing economic heft, noting the bloc’s combined GDP has expanded nearly four-and-a-half times as it accounts for about 50% of the world’s population, 40% of GDP, and over 25% of global trade, while promoting women entrepreneurs and broader trade collaboration.

BRICS Leaders Bridge Divisions to Adopt New Delhi Declaration

BRICS leaders at the New Delhi summit are poised to approve a joint declaration that condemns unilateral war by any country while avoiding naming specific states, as they work to bridge the Iran-UAE gulf divide. The declaration, aligned with a broader push against unilateral sanctions and non-UN-authorized coercion, is expected to be finalized and endorsed on Saturday.

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India to Host BRICS Summit Amid Global Divisions

BRICS continues to serve as a dialogue platform for Global South members despite divergent domestic priorities and ongoing global conflicts, with India’s 18th summit presidency framed as a path to more inclusive, practical cooperation. Under India’s leadership, the summit emphasis centers on Humanity First, resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, focusing on AI and digital tech, reliable supply chains, financial integration, climate action and youth empowerment, with New Delhi hosting the 12–13 September 2026 event to mark BRICS’ 20th anniversary.

Xi Jinping Expected at BRICS Summit in Delhi

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit New Delhi for the BRICS summit next month with a large delegation of about 400 officials, marking his first trip to India in seven years and signaling a thaw in bitter relations. Preparations are underway including hotels and security, with a possible bilateral meeting with Modi still to be decided, as both nations seek ways to manage long-standing border tensions after the 2020 clashes.

Madhya Pradesh Plans Fast-Track Courts in Four Cities

Madhya Pradesh plans a major road upgrade, converting a 63-km Badwah–Dhamnod highway to four lanes at about ₹2,508 crore and allocating large-scale road infrastructure funding for 2026–31. Concurrently, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced four new fast-track courts in Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, and Jabalpur to expedite youth-related cases, along with a sharp expansion of medical education and welfare disbursements to millions of beneficiaries.

India Relents To Trump, Pledges To Stop Buying Russian Oil

India has relented to President Donald Trump’s demands to cease buying Russian oil, Trump said during a press conference Wednesday. Trump told reporters in the Oval office that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi…

‘I’m Very Intrigued’: Economist Steve Moore Says Trump’s Tariff Deal With India Is ‘Risky’ But Might Work

As President Donald Trump announces a budding tariff deal with India, economist Steve Moore weighed in on the matter Thursday on Fox Business. During a press conference with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump…