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BRICS backs India's proposal for Working Group on Sports Technology
BRICS nations will form a sports technology working group for enhanced cooperation. A sports goods manufacturing conclave is planned for November in Udaipur. This initiative aims to promote research and innovation among member countries. The declaration also commended progress made by the BRICS Sports Working Group. BRICS Games were revived and celebrated national diversity among members.
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitions
BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more representative global order. The document outlines India's 2026 chairship priorities, recognises partner countries' contributions and calls for greater participation of Emerging Markets, Developing Countries and Least Developed Countries in global governance.
Summit season's real menace? Creative acronym expansion
International summits often feature numerous acronyms that are frequently reinterpreted creatively. This trend of wordplay is seen as a distraction from serious diplomatic matters. The author suggests a deterrent, an 'Acronym Abuse Jar', for such linguistic diversions. Proceeds from this jar could fund essential services like translation for officials. The article advocates for maintaining the original, sober meaning of these important institutional initials.
No postponement of India-Afghanistan opening T20 on September 13: DDCA
India's first T20 clash against Afghanistan is set to proceed as planned at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Although Delhi traffic police sought to reschedule due to the BRICS Summit, the DDCA has confirmed the match will go on as scheduled. Officials have guaranteed that appropriate support and traffic arrangements will be in place for the series opener on September thirteenth.
From "Aura" banter to screen addiction and drug abuse: PM Modi's candid chat with National Teachers' Award winners
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted National Teachers' Award winners for an interaction. He discussed innovative teaching methods and contemporary challenges with the educators. The Prime Minister emphasized identifying hidden talents and encouraging creativity in students. He also raised concerns about screen addiction and drug abuse among young learners. The interaction concluded with an appeal to keep childhood alive within students.
PM Modi-President Putin hit the road again, talk Ukraine war and India-Russia ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing war. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Bishkek. They discussed the full range of the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Modi emphasized moving away from endless war towards its conclusion for humanity. Indians eagerly await President Putin's visit for the upcoming BRICS summit.
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School assembly news headlines for August 25, 2026: Top India, world, sports and business updates
School Assembly News Headlines for August 25, 2026, cover major developments from India, international affairs, sports and business. Key stories include India-China boundary talks, trade negotiations, heavy rainfall in Odisha, global tensions involving Iran, Rishabh Pant’s record, Pranesh M’s chess victory, market movements, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s upcoming foreign visits and other important national and global updates.
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 will host the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games.
China, Russia, Iran hold ‘BRICS Plus’ naval drills in South Africa
China, Russia, and Iran are conducting joint naval exercises in South African waters. This BRICS Plus operation aims to ensure maritime safety and economic activity. South Africa emphasizes the drills are for capability improvement and information sharing, not political hostility. The exercises occur amid heightened global tensions.
Belarus President invites Modi to visit Minsk; strongly backs India’s BRICS Presidency
Belarus has pledged full support for India's upcoming BRICS presidency in 2026, with President Lukashenko inviting PM Modi to Minsk. Belarus expressed gratitude for India's assistance in its SCO accession and BRICS partnership, highlighting potential for increased trade and existing cooperation in military technology, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals.
Three quad corners and a BRICS wall
India is enhancing its defense ties with Australia and Japan, signaling a strong resolve toward a free and open Indo-Pacific. As the nation gears up to chair BRICS next year, these strategic partnerships serve as a stabilizing force amid the uncertainty of US foreign policies. The priority remains on securing the region and cultivating innovative collaborations.
BRICS can become hub for creative sector: Sberbank
As we witness a surge in creative industries, they are quickly establishing themselves as vital contributors to the world's economic framework, making remarkable strides in GDP enhancement. The BRICS nations, particularly India, are uniquely situated to thrive as epicenters of creative innovation.
Trump calls BRICS 'attack' on US dollar
Donald Trump claims he threatened nations seeking to join BRICS with tariffs, asserting this caused them to withdraw from the bloc. He described BRICS as an "attack" on the US dollar and warned that any country joining would face tariffs on its products entering the US.
Trump vs BRICS: POTUS is often at odds with the Global South bloc
President Trump threatens BRICS nations with additional tariffs for aligning with "anti-American" policies, escalating trade tensions. BRICS leaders condemn Trump's actions as a threat to global economic stability and a violation of WTO rules. The conflict extends beyond trade, encompassing currency alternatives and diplomatic disengagement, potentially fracturing global supply chains and complicating trade relationships with nations.
Reliance on dollar not weakened: India steers clear of any BRICS currency move amid Trump's big warning
India remains committed to BRICS and distances itself from plans to weaken the dollar or introduce a common currency. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasizes BRICS's role in inclusive global governance, while addressing US President Trump's threats of a 100% tariff on imports.
Donald Trump declares "BRICS is dead," claims 100% tariff threat stopped Bloc’s dollar moves
Donald Trump on Brics: US President Donald Trump has threatened a 100% tariff on all imports from BRICS nations if they launch a common currency. Dismissing BRICS' relevance, Trump emphasized the US's leverage over the bloc, warning against attempts to undermine the US dollar. These comments highlight escalating global trade tensions, particularly with China, India, and Russia.
BRICS nations in serious trouble? Trump issues warning of 100 percent tariff if 'they play games' with the US dollar
One of Donald Trump' leading economic agenda this year is mostly about imposing tariffs on foreign imports, and that has taken various forms now, starting off with flat tariff rates, followed by reciprocal tariffs, and now it's something entirely different
Trump warns BRICS nations could face 100% tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday warned of 100% tariffs on BRICS nations if they "play games with the dollar," referring to discussions around non-dollar trade mechanisms. While Trump targeted Brazil, Russia, India, and China, sources clarified that BRICS has no proposal for a single currency, focusing instead on bilateral trade in national currencies.
Alternative to SWIFT system to make independent transactions need of the hour: Russian envoy to India
BRICS nations are advancing towards establishing dependable payment systems using national currencies, with digital currencies as a key focus. The upcoming BRICS Summit aims to create an alternative to SWIFT for seamless transactions, enhancing integration of national financial systems. India and Russia already trade in their respective currencies.
Eco weight & international stature of a country will be considered for future BRICS expansion: Russian Presidential aide
Russian Presidential Foreign Policy aide Yury Ushakov has stated that the political and economic weight of a country and its regional and international stature will be considered when adding any new member to the BRICS. The Russian Presidency aims to promote partnership and cooperation within the framework of the association on three key tracks: politics and security, economy and finance, and cultural and humanitarian ties.
BRICS+6 to control 30% of global GDP, 46% population: Note
Currently, the five-member grouping is home to 40 per cent of the world's population which controls 26 per cent of the global GDP. But with the six new members (BRICS+6), their GDP share will jump to 30 per cent and share of population will go up to 46 per cent, Soumya Kanti Ghosh, the Chief Economic Adviser to State Bank of India, said in a note.
2022 BRICS Games to be held online in September
Athletes from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa will compete online at the 2022 BRICS Games, which are to be held from September 1 to 30, organisers announced on Thursday. Gao Zhidan, director of China's General Administration of Sport, expressed his belief that the BRICS Games will enhance solidarity and friendship, promote peace and development.
BRICS - a model for cooperation between emerging markets and developing countries: China
The meeting – hosted by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar – on Tuesday was attended by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Minister of International Relations of South Africa Grace Naledi Mandisa Pandor and Brazilian Foreign Minister Carlos Alberto Franco.
PM Modi makes unique announcements in BRICS
During the plenary session of BRICS in Brasilia on Thursday, PM Modi also placed special emphasis on intra-BRICS trade and goods and services and welcomed the BRICS joint statements endorsement on reformed multilateralism. Terrorism has been an important focus in BRICS. Brazil has hosted the first BRICS seminar on strategies to counter-terrorism.
Mobile gaming market in India to cross $571 million by 2016: Study
Indian mobile gaming market, one of the fastest expanding markets in the world, is expected to grow to USD 571.6 million by 2016, said a research.
India should host Olympics: Japanese envoy
The 2016 Olympics will be held in Rio de Janeiro while in 2020, Tokyo will host the quadrennial sporting extravaganza.
BCCI needs to be accountable as per SC observation: Sports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal
Sarbananda Sonowal reiterated centre's stance following SC ruling that BCCI performs a public function and is amenable to judicial law and review.
New Development Bank: BRICS bank may be a game changer for emerging countries
Tough negotiations to redefine the world’s financial structure all came together at the 6th BRICS Summit, with India and China taking a leadership role.
By setting up a bank, BRICS has metamorphosed into a serious global player
These may be modest counters to the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund respectively, but they mark a significant beginning.
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