India launches new BRICS 2026 lotus-shaped logo

Source: Maalai Malar | Original Published At: 2026-01-13 10:13:33 UTC

Key Points

• India launched a lotus-shaped logo and dedicated website for its 2026 BRICS chairmanship
• The new logo faces online criticism similar to the 2016 design
• 2026 will mark India's leadership of BRICS following Brazil's 2025 summit
• BRICS now includes Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, and Indonesia as new members
• The article notes the transition from Brazil's 17th BRICS summit to India's upcoming 18th summit