India is preparing to welcome world leaders for the 18th BRICS Summit, which India will host on September 12 and 13 as part of its 2026 chairship. Pr

Following their bilateral talks, Modi and Putin travelled together in Putin’s Aurus Senat, Russia’s heavily armoured presidential limousine, to the INNOPROM India industrial exhibition at Bharat Manda

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Prime Minister Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in a unique diplomatic display by traveling together in Putin’s armored limousine after their bilateral talks in New Delhi. , India News,

In a year of globe-trotting, the Indian prime minister has secured deals around the world as the United States becomes less dependable.

Prime Minister Modi emphasized the need for free navigation and seafarer safety to boost global trade amid global conflicts. He urged BRICS to enhance investment, reduce trade barriers, and expand startup collaboration.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said global trade can expand only if supply routes remain open and seafarers are safe, while urging BRICS countries to remove key trade barriers, scale start-ups across member markets and deepen business partnerships.

PM Modi highlights BRICS’ rapid economic growth, rising innovation and global trade role, while stressing secure sea lanes and freedom of navigation.