Guwahati, July 6 (IANS) India has proposed the creation of a BRICS Virtual Working Group for real-time intelligence sharing and coordinated enforcement against transnational drug syndicates as the two-day BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting began in Guwahati under India’s BRICS Chairship 2026, officials said on Monday.The high-level meeting has brought together heads of anti-drug agencies and senior officials from BRICS member nations to strengthen cooperation against the growing global ch…
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New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) India will host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Assam’s Guwahati on Monday and Tuesday (July 6–7), bringing together senior officials from member countries to strengthen cooperation against narcotics trafficking. The two-day meeting will focus on combating synthetic drugs and precursor chemical diversion, enhancing intelligence sharing and operational coordination, and building capacity through stronger institutional cooperation.The meeting, hosted by …
New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) India is set to host the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting in Assam’s Guwahati on July 6-7. The discussion will focus on three key priority areas, including combating synthetic drugs and precursor diversion, strengthening intelligence sharing and operational coordination, and capacity building and institutional cooperation. The meeting, hosted by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) of the Ministry of Home Affairs, will bring together the Heads of Anti-Drug Agencie…
New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) The BRICS Women Working Group Meeting in Kochi is expected to lay a strong foundation for the BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting to be held on July 8-9, reaffirming the shared commitment of BRICS Member Countries towards practical cooperation and women-led development, an official statement said on Sunday.India will host the BRICS Women Working Group (WWG) Meeting on July 6-7 in Kochi, Kerala, under its BRICS Chairship this year. “Senior government officials from BRICS Me…
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s tenure has been extended by a year beyond its scheduled end in mid-July, it was announced on Wednesday. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the extension of service for the 1989 batch Indian Foreign Service officer for a period of one year beyond his original tenure ending on July 14, 2026 — that is, up to July 14, 2027, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.The order, issued by the Department of Personne…
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday appreciated Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s personal role in supporting peace, stability, and regional cooperation during their telephonic conversation.According to the Embassy of Iran in India, during the conversation, Pezeshkian expressed his satisfaction with the successful planning and hosting of the BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting in India. President Pezeshkian voiced hope that cooperation and engagement between the Ira…
Male, June 30 (IANS) India’s growing global influence is becoming increasingly evident as it emerges as a significant voice for developing nations through platforms such as the G20, BRICS and Global South initiatives. Its ability to engage simultaneously with Western powers, Gulf nations, Africa and Southeast Asia has further strengthened its diplomatic reach and strategic relevance, according to a report.Recent geopolitical developments have further highlighted India’s expanding global stature….
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) The government has convened the Third Preparatory Meeting of the BRICS Women Track under India’s BRICS Chairship to prepare for the BRICS Women Working Group Meeting and the BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting from July 6 to July 9, according to an official statement.The virtual meeting held under the theme ‘Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability’ was chaired by Anil Malik, Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development.It focused on advanci…
New Delhi, June 29 (IANS) A BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry delegation met with Union MoS for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh to discuss strengthening industry‑led engagement across BRICS and BRICS Plus, an official statement said on Monday.The delegation discussed stronger engagement through innovation, startups, emerging technologies, research collaboration and entrepreneurship, the statement from the Ministry of Science & Technology.Dr. Singh said th…
New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted India’s vision of placing the Global South at the centre of a secure, resilient, equitable and sustainable global energy future under the current BRICS Chairship 2026.Sharing an article written by Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on social media platform X, PM Modi said India believes resilient energy systems are built not only through strong domestic policies but also through stronger international partnerships.”As…