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Before Xi Jinping's likely India visit, Chinese money is pouring in

India is cautiously reopening economic channels with China as Chinese linked investment returns after years of restrictions following the Galwan clash. More than $500 million has entered under revised investment rules, while NSA Ajit Doval’s Beijing visit and Xi Jinping’s expected India visit signal improving diplomatic ties. India is balancing…

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NSA Doval arrives in Beijing for talks with Chinese FM Wang Yi on boundary issue

China and India are set to hold crucial border talks in Beijing this Tuesday. This high-stakes meeting aims to de-escalate tensions and find a resolution to ongoing disputes along their shared frontier. Both nations are hoping for productive discussions to maintain peace and stability in the region.

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Iran’s rial plunges past 2 million per dollar as Trump unleashes ‘crushing economic operation’

Iran’s rial has fallen to a record low, crossing 2 million per dollar on the unofficial market as US President Donald Trump escalates pressure on Tehran. The currency’s slide comes amid disruption to foreign-exchange transfers, falling exports and tighter financial restrictions, while Iran looks to China-aligned partners to withstand Washington’s…

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BRICS sports ministers adopt joint declaration in Visakhapatnam meeting

BRICS Sports Ministers adopted a Joint Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to sports cooperation. India's Union Minister called for a BRICS Sporting Partnership beyond declarations. Three key initiatives were advanced to deepen cooperation in sports and technology. Udaipur will host the BRICS Sports Manufacturing Conclave, focusing on innovation and trade. Ahmedabad…

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NSA Doval to visit China on Monday to attend Special Representatives talks with FM Wang

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval will attend boundary talks in Beijing this week. These talks precede Chinese President Xi Jinping's anticipated visit to India for the BRICS summit. India reiterates border peace is essential for good bilateral relations with China. Recent reports indicated Chinese troop movements near the Arunachal Pradesh…

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South Africa targets 1 lakh Indian tourist arrivals in 2026

South Africa is targeting 100,000 Indian tourist arrivals in 2026, up from nearly 70,000 in 2025. It is focusing on younger, experience-seeking travellers while improving visa processes and air connectivity and promoting destinations beyond Cape Town and Johannesburg.

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CJI Surya Kant introduces 'Nyaya Setu' and 'Nyay-nomics' at BRICS Plus Legal Forum

Chief Justice Surya Kant introduced 'Nyaya Setu' and 'Nyay-nomics' at the BRICS Plus Legal Forum. These concepts aim to foster judicial cooperation and economic prosperity among member states. He proposed a judicial fellowship and a shared jurisprudence repository for legal professionals. These initiatives seek to deepen understanding and collaboration across…

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Uncertainty continues over Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman's visit to India

India and Bangladesh are holding back-channel talks for Tarique Rahman's visit. His planned two-day trip this month was postponed due to contentious issues. The Ministry of External Affairs had invited Rahman for a bilateral visit and BRICS summit. Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi met top Bangladeshi officials to foster ties.…

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Rashtrapati Bhavan withdraws communique announcing rehearsal for Bangladesh PM visit

A cancelled ceremony announcement added confusion to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's upcoming visit. This development highlighted ongoing diplomatic friction between India and Bangladesh. Relations are strained over Dhaka's demand for the extradition of Sheikh Hasina. Indian officials sought to ease bilateral friction and make the trip memorable.

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India calls for joint advocacy for standards in international telecom, ICT bodies

India advocates for BRICS nations to build institutional capacity together. Member states should jointly advocate for fair international telecom standards. India offers open-source frameworks for digital public infrastructure to member states. This infrastructure enables banks and government departments to build services. Digital public infrastructure is essential for sustainable development across…

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"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…

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India to host BRICS Environment Working Group meetings on August 17-18

India will host the 12th BRICS Environment Ministers Meeting in New Delhi on August 18. Senior officers will meet on August 17 to discuss environmental working group priorities. Ministers will deliberate on an outcome document and thematic discussions for cooperation. Priority areas include sustainable lifestyles, afforestation, and disaster resilience. The…

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Bangladesh seeks 'propitious environment' for PM Rahman's India visit; links it to Hasina's extradition

Bangladesh requires India to create a favorable environment for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit. This condition is tied to Dhaka's pending extradition requests for deposed Premier Sheikh Hasina. Hasina's recent virtual press conference from New Delhi has strained bilateral relations between the two nations. India maintains that Hasina's extradition request…

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Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian likely to visit India for Brics meet

NEW DELHI: Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian is likely to visit India for the Brics summit next month, according to diplomatic sources. This would be the first official visit by Pezeshkian to India, coming in the middle of Iran's ongoing conflict with the US and Israel.

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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…

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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 Times of India

Iran to join BRICS bank soon as Trump claims US controls Tehran’s frozen assets

Iranian central bank governor Abdolnaser Hemmati said in a state media report on Wednesday that Iran will soon join the New Development Bank, the multilateral lender established by the BRICS group of nations. This comes ahead of a BRICS finance meeting scheduled to be held in India.

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Tehran rejects Trump’s claim of ‘total control’ over Hormuz as traffic nears 3-month low

Donald Trump argued the Iranian navy has been destroyed and they cannot enforce the closure of the strait

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Bangladesh seeks Hasina's extradition again as India's envoy meets PM Rahman

Bangladesh requested Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India during a meeting with the Indian High Commissioner. The meeting also covered important bilateral issues and strengthening relations between the two nations. Bangladesh expressed outrage over Hasina's media interaction in New Delhi, calling her a convicted genocider. The prime minister also sought the…

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Bangladesh PM's meeting with Narendra Modi could resolve bilateral problems: Envoy

Indian envoy believes Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's meeting with Narendra Modi can resolve bilateral strains. Speculation suggests Rahman may skip the upcoming BRICS summit in New Delhi. Relations soured after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's press interaction in India. Bangladesh's Home Minister warned India against playing the Hasina card. The…

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India amends FDI rules to boost e-commerce for small businesses, artisans, farmers, and fishermen: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

India has amended foreign direct investment regulations to boost e-commerce trade. These changes will help small businesses, artisans, farmers, and fishermen access wider markets. BRICS ministers discussed enhancing trade, investment, and industrial cooperation among member nations. Discussions also focused on creating jobs through emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. India aims…

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India not in favour of separate BRICS currency: Piyush Goyal

BRICS group comprises 11 major emerging markets and developing countries of the world -- Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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India invites Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to attend BRICS summit

India has invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to the BRICS summit. He will attend the outreach session in his capacity as BIMSTEC chair. The upcoming BRICS summit is scheduled for September 12 and 13 in New Delhi. This meeting will address pressing global challenges and economic consequences of crises.…

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India says Pakistan 'insecure' over growing ties with Afghanistan

India criticized Pakistan's remarks regarding Afghanistan engagement, citing insecurity and frustration. New Delhi asserted its positive trajectory of ties with Kabul continues to grow. Preparations for the upcoming BRICS summit are underway, with invitations extended to nations. India reiterated its position on the Indus Waters Treaty's suspension. The agreement remains…

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BRICS statistical offices meet begins in Lucknow; focuses on quality data, innovation

BRICS national statistical office heads met in Lucknow to strengthen systems. They focused on improving data quality and enhancing international cooperation efforts. The meeting adopted the theme "Quality Statistics as Driver of Change" for innovation. Participants discussed modernizing systems and using administrative data for policymaking.

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