BRICS Summit 2026 HIGHLIGHTS: Putin invites PM Modi to Russia for 24th India-Russia Annual Summit; Modi accepts

• 10:02 AM, Sep 12 2026

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• 07:36 PM, Sep 11 2026

  BRICS guests get a taste of India in special goodie bags

  • BRICS delegates and guests are being presented with specially curated goodie bags.
  • The bags feature a selection of Indian food products and traditional items from different states.
  • The goodies include Bihar’s sattu and makhana, along with banana chips.
  • Odisha coffee and a traditional Gujarati dupatta are also part of the gift pack.
  • The initiative aims to give international guests a glimpse of India’s diverse culture, cuisine and traditions.
• 07:32 PM, Sep 11 2026

  The bilateral talks between PM Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have ended

  
  

• 07:13 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Brazil praises India’s successful BRICS presidency

  • Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira praised India’s leadership during its BRICS presidency.
  • He described India’s presidency as “excellent” and highly successful.
  • Vieira said significant work was accomplished under India’s leadership.
  • He highlighted India’s efforts in advancing the BRICS agenda and cooperation.
• 07:12 PM, Sep 11 2026

  PM Modi, Iranian President Pezeshkian hold meeting at Bharat Mandapam

  
  

• 07:11 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim arrives in India

  #WATCH | Delhi: Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, arrives in India for the BRICS Summit 2026. MoS MEA Kirti Vardhan Singh received him at the airport. https://t.co/UMI9tomVEQ

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

  
  
• 06:58 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrives in India

  #WATCH  | Delhi: Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, arrives in India for the BRICS Summit 2026. MoS MEA Kirti Vardhan Singh received him at the airport. https://t.co/NcHFPs9ulA

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

  
  
• 06:55 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Modi speech: India pushes trade, maritime security and global business growth

  • Maritime Security: PM Modi said freedom of navigation and the safety of seafarers are vital for the global economy.
  • Building Economic Bridges: Modi said India is strengthening economic ties despite rising global trade barriers, with free trade agreements covering nearly 40 countries.
  • Boost for Startups & MSMEs: New BRICS initiatives will help startups and MSMEs gain better access to markets, finance, investment and talent.
  • Top 10 Trade Barriers: Modi urged the BRICS Business Council to identify the bloc’s 10 biggest trade barriers and work towards removing them.
  • New Business Partnerships: He called for supporting 100 startups every year to expand across BRICS markets and creating 1,000 new business partnerships.
  • India as a Growth Hub: Modi said India offers growth and stability amid global uncertainty, presenting the country as a hub of new opportunities for businesses.
  • India’s Global Business Message: Modi urged global businesses to “Make in India, Innovate with India, Scale for the world.”
• 06:52 PM, Sep 11 2026

  BRICS emerging as global innovation hubs: PM Modi

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi said BRICS nations are rapidly emerging as global centres of innovation.
  • He highlighted the bloc’s role in developing solutions ranging from grassroots initiatives to advanced frontier technologies.
  • Modi said innovation across BRICS countries is helping address challenges at different levels.
  • India is hosting the largest-ever BRICS Business Forum, reflecting the bloc’s expanding scale and economic significance.
• 06:26 PM, Sep 11 2026

  BRICS economies growing faster than global average: PM Modi

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the strong economic performance of BRICS nations.
  • He said the GDP of BRICS countries has grown at around 4%.
  • This compares with 2.5% global economic growth, according to PM Modi.
  • Modi stressed that the figures reflect the growing economic strength and importance of BRICS nations.
• 06:26 PM, Sep 11 2026

  PM Modi is addressing BRICS Business Forum

  
  

• 05:46 PM, Sep 11 2026

  BRICS merchandise exports see massive growth

  • BRICS merchandise exports rose sharply from around $900 billion in 2003 to nearly $6 trillion in 2024.
  • The bloc’s share of global merchandise exports doubled to 24% during this period.
  • India is pushing for stronger trade among BRICS nations to further expand economic opportunities.
  • India is also seeking more resilient and reliable supply chains across the bloc.
  • The focus remains on creating wider market access and greater opportunities for businesses across BRICS countries.
• 05:45 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Piyush Goyal: Around 2,000 delegates are participating

  
  

• 05:45 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Piyush Goyal: India committed to inclusive economic cooperation at BRICS Forum

  • Union Minister Piyush Goyal addressed the BRICS Business Forum Leaders’ Session.
  • Goyal said India, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, is committed to inclusive economic growth.
  • He stressed that economic cooperation should create opportunities for farmers, women entrepreneurs and young entrepreneurs.
  • He also highlighted the importance of supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
  • Goyal said India aims to ensure that the benefits of stronger economic ties reach a wider section of society.
• 05:43 PM, Sep 11 2026

  • Russian President Vladimir Putin invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the 24th India-Russia Annual Summit in Russia.
  • PM Modi accepted the invitation during his interaction with Putin.
  • The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the summit dates will be finalised through diplomatic channels.
  • The dates will be decided based on mutual convenience of both sides.
  • The summit is expected to further strengthen India-Russia strategic and bilateral ties.
• 05:11 PM, Sep 11 2026

  #WATCH | Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin visit the INNOPROM Exhibition at Bharat Mandapam.

  
  

  (Video Source: DD News) https://t.co/3fyMZ7ks3n

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

  
  
• 04:55 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the INNOPROM exhibition, highlighting opportunities to strengthen industrial and technological cooperation between India and Russia.

• 04:43 PM, Sep 11 2026

  #WATCH | Delhi | Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with a Russian translation of the Thirukkural, an ancient Tamil classic.
  
  (Video Source: DD News) pic.twitter.com/IqgVVcIq59

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

• 04:42 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrives in India

  #WATCH | Delhi: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrives in India for the BRICS Summit 2026. MoS Defence Sanjay Seth received him at the airport. pic.twitter.com/5IqstfWKZl

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

• 04:40 PM, Sep 11 2026

  PM Modi-Putin bilateral talks begin ahead of BRICS Summit in Delhi

  
  

• 04:21 PM, Sep 11 2026

  PM Modi Gifts Putin Russian Translation Of Thirukkural

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Russian President Vladimir Putin a Russian translation of the Thirukkural, one of Tamil literature’s most celebrated works. Written by poet-philosopher Thiruvalluvar, the ancient Tamil text comprises 1,330 couplets covering virtue, morality, governance, love and everyday life, and is regarded as a major work of classical Tamil literature.

• 02:23 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Why is BRICS Summit 2026 being held In New Delhi?

  India is hosting the summit under its 2026 BRICS chairmanship, seeking to use the grouping as a platform for the Global South amid rising trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty.

  
  

  Food and energy security, resilient supply chains, trade, investment, technology, digital cooperation and development finance are among India’s key priorities. The summit is also taking place against the backdrop of the Ukraine war and the conflict in West Asia.

  
  

  India’s theme for the year is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”.

• 02:22 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Bengal Chief Minister likely to attend BRICS Dinner in Delhi

  West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said he is likely to attend a dinner hosted during the BRICS Summit in Delhi on Saturday, and also meet Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani in Mumbai, amid efforts to attract major investments to the state.

  
  

• 02:21 PM, Sep 11 2026

  UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrives in Delhi

  United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in New Delhi on Friday ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026. The Secretary-General was received by the Minister of State for Education, Sukanta Majumdar. 

  
  
• 12:41 PM, Sep 11 2026

  Iran's Pezeshkian departs for India, to hold bilateral talks with PM Modi today

  
  

• 11:56 AM, Sep 11 2026

  Security heightened at Bharat Mandapam for BRICS Summit

  #WATCH | Delhi: Security has been tightened at the Bharat Mandapam ahead of the BRICS Summit 2026.
  
  (Visuals from Pragati Maidan) pic.twitter.com/NfPEzDu6mg

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

• 11:55 AM, Sep 11 2026

  Delhi-NCR trains cancelled, diverted from September 11-13, check list

  Train services in Delhi and the National Capital Region will be affected from September 11 to 13 as the city hosts the BRICS Leaders' Summit. Northern Railway has issued an operating plan under which several local EMU and MEMU services will be cancelled, while a number of long-distance trains will be diverted. Some trains will start or end their journeys at stations other than their usual terminals, while several others will leave late.

  
  

• 11:41 AM, Sep 11 2026

  South African President, Uganda Vice President arrive ahead of BRICS Summit

  
  

• 11:02 AM, Sep 11 2026

  Delhi Metro Services To Start Early On Sunday

  Delhi Metro train services will begin at 6 am on all corridors on Sunday to facilitate the movement of students appearing for examinations and commuters amid traffic restrictions for the BRICS Summit, the DMRC said on Friday.

• 10:52 AM, Sep 11 2026

  #WATCH | BRICS Summit 2026 | At BRICS Business Forum, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar says, "India brings a large and growing market, expanding manufacturing capabilities, deeper pools of talent, digital experience and a dynamic innovation and entrepreneurial base. As… pic.twitter.com/VVFnINyVWK

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

• 10:49 AM, Sep 11 2026

  #WATCH | BRICS Summit 2026 | Speaking at BRICS Business Forum, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal says, "It requires all of us to work together to translate our work into jobs for our people, wealth and prosperity for BRICS member states, which represent half of… pic.twitter.com/xzUHLfkOzM

  — ANI (@ANI) September 11, 2026

PTC News Desk: With the BRICS Summit bringing together leaders from around the world in the coming days, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed optimism about the meeting, saying it would provide an opportunity for meaningful discussions on key global issues.

Meanwhile, New Delhi has been placed under tight security ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit. Thousands of security personnel have been deployed across the city, along with temporary traffic restrictions.

Around 15,000 Delhi Police personnel, 200 companies of paramilitary forces and more than 500 CCTV cameras have been deployed as part of the security arrangements.

Authorities have ruled out a complete shutdown of the city. However, commuters have been advised to expect temporary traffic halts, diversions and restrictions on routes being used for VVIP movements.

Residents have also been asked to plan their journeys accordingly as security arrangements remain in place during the summit.

- With inputs from agencies

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