News 2026

Excellencies, Delegates, Colleagues, Namaskar, a very good morning, and a warm welcome to India for this meeting of the BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs and International Relations. As Chair, I thank each delegation for their presence and for continued commitment to strengthening cooperation within the BRICS framework. All of us remain in close and regular …

Welcome Remarks by EAM at BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (14 May 2026, New Delhi) Read More »

First Meeting of the BRICS Sherpas under India’s Chairship, New Delhi (February 09 – 10, 2026) February 11, 2026 The first meeting of BRICS Sherpas and Sous Sherpas under India’s Chairship was held from 9-10 February 2026 in New Delhi. The meeting was Chaired by Secretary (Economic Relations) Mr. Sudhakar Dalela, India’s BRICS Sherpa, supported …

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar interacted with BRICS Sherpas and Country Representatives at the First BRICS Sherpa/Sous-Sherpa Meeting in New Delhi Read More »

Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri met H.E. Mr. Ma Zhaoxu, Executive vice Foreign Minister of China in New Delhi. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held the India China Strategic Dialogue with his counterpart Executive vice Foreign Minister (EVFM) of the People’s Republic of China Ma Zhaoxu on February 10, 2026. EVFM Ma Zhaoxu is in India …

Foreign Secretary meets Executive vice Foreign Minister of China, Mr. Ma Zhaoxu -February 10, 2026 Read More »

Senior govt. source says foreign capital should be judged on economic impact; industry calls for calibrated sector-specific flexibility Press Note tightened scrutiny of FDI from countries sharing land borders with India India may relax China-focused investment curbs, prioritizing economic impact over nationality. Easing likely in non-strategic sectors, with safeguards for telecom and defence. Industry seeks …

India likely to ease China curbs on investment, procurement as policy rethink gains steam Read More »

BEIJING – Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday sent a congratulatory message to his Indian counterpart, Droupadi Murmu, on India’s 77th Republic Day. Xi highlighted that over the past year, China-India relations have continued to improve and develop, which aligns with the fundamental interests of both countries and their people, and is of great significance for maintaining …

President Xi congratulates Indian president on Republic Day- 26.01.2026 Read More »

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar unveiled the logo, theme and website of India’s BRICS Chairship 2026 on 13 January 2026 in New Delhi. 2. The BRICS India 2026 Logo symbolises inclusivity, dialogue and shared growth. The logo blends tradition with modernity, with petals reflecting the vibrant colours of all BRICS members and symbolising collective …

Launch of BRICS India 2026 Logo, Theme and Website by the External Affairs Minister-13.01.2026 Read More »

Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri met Ms. Sun Haiyan, Vice Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (IDCPC), who is on a visit to India from 12-14 January 2026. 2. The discussions covered the progress made in stabilizing and rebuilding bilateral ties with priority on business and people-centric engagements, and ways …

Foreign Secretary meets Vice Minister of International Department of Communist Party of China, Ms. Sun Haiyan- January 14, 2026 Read More »