Putin to Visit India for BRICS Summit; Three Russian Military Aircraft Arrive for Preparations
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Source: Maalai Malar | Original Published At: 2026-09-10 05:23:40 UTC
Key Points
- The 18th BRICS summit under India's leadership is scheduled for September 12 and 13 at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi.
- Leaders of Brazil, South Africa, China, Iran and Russia's President Putin are reported to attend the summit in person.
- Three Russian military aircraft, including an IL-76, arrived at Noida airport ahead of Putin's visit for security preparations.
- Indian and Russian officials are jointly reviewing high-level security and VIP convoy arrangements.
- It remains undecided whether Putin's aircraft will land in Delhi or Noida.