Brics nations adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026 at their summit in New Delhi, according to Times of India. The 140-point document condemned terrorism, supported peaceful dispute resolution and stronger multilateralism, and raised concerns over unilateral tariffs and sanctions. The declaration was adopted with consensus, overcoming sharp divisions between Iran and the UAE over the West Asia conflict, as reported by The Hindu National.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared photos from the summit showing him with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, as well as Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. The summit also saw Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian meet UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines, amid ongoing US-Iran tensions and wider regional conflicts. The meeting occurred as part of the summit’s broader diplomatic engagements, though no official statements were released regarding its outcomes.

In a separate development, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav demanded a special package for Bihar flood victims, alleging Centre discrimination against the state. Over 40 lakh people were affected by the floods, according to Times of India. Yadav claimed the state’s treasury was empty and that affected areas lacked adequate facilities.

France has fast-tracked the Rafale F5 upgrade, awarding technology contracts to Dassault Aviation, Thales, Safran and MBDA ahead of the fighter’s development phase, expected by end-2026. The upgrade includes a new GaN-based radar, digital electronic warfare suite, improved connectivity and a more powerful M88 T-Rex engine.

The Hindu National reported that the negotiations on the declaration went down to the wire as both Iran and the UAE had initially hardened their positions. BRICS is a consensus-based grouping, meaning any single member can block a final joint declaration. Prime Minister Modi announced the adoption of the declaration at the end of the opening day’s deliberations at the two-day summit. He emphasized the need for reforms in global institutions and the importance of the Global South in shaping future technologies and rules.

The declaration’s full text and implications for international relations remain to be assessed. The exact impact of the New Delhi Declaration on global governance and regional stability is yet to be determined, with further developments expected in the coming weeks.