Resilience and Sovereignty Take Centre Stage at BRICS Academic Forum
Speakers at the forum in Lucknow highlighted academic cooperation, crisis preparedness, startup collaboration and stronger research networks across BRICS.
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At 20, BRICS Enters a New Phase and Seeks a More Representative World Order
An analysis by Observer Research Foundation researchers examines BRICS cooperation, expansion and India’s 2026 presidency agenda of resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability.
Thailand sees BRICS as strategic platform to expand trade and investment
Thai Deputy Prime Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow said BRICS can promote free flows of trade and investment and serve as a platform for broader economic cooperation.
BRICS Summit: New Delhi Begins Preparations to Welcome Guests from Around 20 Countries
NDMC has begun preparations for the September 12–13 BRICS summit, focusing on sanitation, infrastructure repairs, beautification and arrangements for visiting delegations.
18th BRICS Academic Forum Commences in Lucknow: Experts to Discuss Key Global Challenges
The 18th BRICS Academic Forum is convening in Lucknow under India’s BRICS Presidency to discuss resilience, innovation, sustainability and cooperation among BRICS countries.
India’s BRICS chairship set to advance Global South cooperation: Report
A report says India’s BRICS chairship will focus on consensus, practical cooperation, and a people-centred agenda for the Global South.
India-chaired BRICS Science Ministerial Adopts Chennai Declaration
The 14th BRICS Science Ministerial Meet, chaired by India in Chennai, unanimously adopted the Chennai Declaration, reaffirming BRICS cooperation on science, technology and innovation for a future-ready framework.
India Accounts for Over 50% of Global Digital Transactions, Says Jyotiraditya Scindia; Outlines Plans to Expand Digital Systems
At the BRICS 2026 telecommunications ministers’ meeting, participants prioritized inclusive digital transformation, stronger institutions and cooperation on digital public infrastructure, AI, 6G and cybersecurity.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh Calls for Future-Ready Framework to Address Global Challenges
At the 14th BRICS Science, Technology and Innovation Ministerial Meeting in Chennai, India’s Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh called for a future-ready BRICS innovation framework to support the Global South.