NDMC has begun preparations for the September 12–13 BRICS summit, focusing on sanitation, infrastructure repairs, beautification and arrangements for visiting delegations.
The 18th BRICS Academic Forum is convening in Lucknow under India’s BRICS Presidency to discuss resilience, innovation, sustainability and cooperation among BRICS countries.
Supreme Court judge Vikram Nath said rule of law and BRICS legal cooperation can help countries work together amid geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty and new technologies.
The 2026 BRICS Sports Ministers’ Meeting concluded in Visakhapatnam with the adoption of a joint declaration reaffirming cooperation in sport through dialogue, mutual respect and inclusiveness.
A report says India’s invitation of Bangladesh and Nepal to the BRICS outreach session could deepen South Asia’s engagement with the Global South and create space for a bilateral reset.
A report says India’s BRICS chairship will focus on consensus, practical cooperation, and a people-centred agenda for the Global South.
A BRICS sports engagement in Visakhapatnam included a cycling event promoting fitness and cooperation among member countries.
Surya Kant highlighted consistent adjudication and trusted institutions as foundations for economic growth across BRICS+ nations.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu proposed a BRICS Youth and Sports Innovation Network centred on Visakhapatnam during the BRICS Youth & Sports Ministers’ Meeting 2026.
