Spanish proverb of the day: ‘Tell me who you walk with, and I’ll tell you who you are’ — Our companions shape how we think, act, and are seen by the world

Spanish proverb of the day: ‘Tell me who you walk with, and I’ll tell you who you are’ — Our companions shape how we think, act, and are seen by the world

Imagine meeting someone for the first time. Before they say much about themselves, you notice the people around them—their closest friends, colleagues, and companions. Instantly, assumptions begin to form. Are they ambitious? Trustworthy? Reckless? Kind? Long before social media algorithms and personality tests, people relied on a simpler measure of character, captured in a timeless…

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In Pune Municipal Corporation, opposition corporators wear helmets in House citing ‘threat’ from BJP

In Pune Municipal Corporation, opposition corporators wear helmets in House citing ‘threat’ from BJP

Opposition corporators wear helmets in House PUNE: The proceedings of the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) were disrupted on Monday after opposition corporators from the Congress and NCP (SP) staged a symbolic protest, wearing construction helmets and black armbands to oppose what they described as the “aggressive and intimidating” behaviour of BJP members. Congress councillor and…

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life lesson Malay proverb of the day on humility and resilience: Follow the nature of the rice plant; the more grains it bears, the lower it bows | World News

life lesson Malay proverb of the day on humility and resilience: Follow the nature of the rice plant; the more grains it bears, the lower it bows | World News

Proverb of the day: The more grains it bears, the lower it bows Some evergreen sayings are there in all countries and cultures; only the words are different and local. In the traditional villages of the Malay Archipelago, wealth was historically measured not in gold coins or digital ledger balances, but in the yield of…

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Keerthy Suresh pens heartfelt birthday note for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay: ‘This year feels different’

Keerthy Suresh pens heartfelt birthday note for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay: ‘This year feels different’

Keerthy Suresh pens heartfelt birthday note for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay (Image credits: Instagram) Actor and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay turned 52 on June 22, marking his first birthday since taking office. Wishes poured in from actors, political leaders and fans across social media, with actor Keerthy Suresh sharing a heartfelt message that reflected…

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Union home minister Amit Shah NEW DELHI: The four applications launched by home minister Amit Shah on Friday — Abhigyan, Criminal Procedure Identification (CrPI), e-prosecution 2.0 and e-forensics 2.0 —promise to integrate policing, criminal identification, forensic investigation and prosecution management into a seamless digital chain of the Integrated Criminal Justice System (ICJS), expediting investigation and prosecution through smart use of technology.While NAFIS and CrPI will identify the offender, the crime and criminal tracking and network system (CCTNS) and Crime Multi Agency Centre (Cri-MAC) will connect and support the investigation. E-forensics will strengthen the evidence and e-prosecution will drive the case towards conviction. Over the past four days, Shah has made multiple posts on X to apprise the pubic about the utility of each of the four apps.The first set of posts, uploaded on Friday, said the four apps “will equip our agencies with the key to speed and accuracy in justice delivery by enabling instant matching of fingerprints; integrated DNA, iris and face matching; and seamless digital coordination among the agencies”. In a more specific post on ‘Abhigyan’ on the same day, Shah said it “enables field police personnel to search the national fingerprint database (NAFIS) comprising 1.3 crore fingerprints, using their smartphone from any location, to identify a suspect”. He added: “This app, secured through two-step authentication, is strengthening ground policing through real-time fingerprint-based identification. Powered by fast identification, portable setup and crores of records, the Abhigyan app is a very robust tool.”On Saturday, Shah elaborated on the CrPI app with the post: “The CrPI application integrates facial recognition, iris matching, and DNA matching capabilities. The multi-modal biometric technology enhances the reliability of identification, reduces manual errors, and makes the process more transparent. Its primary applications include the identification of repeat offenders and CCTV-based suspect identification. So far, 2,190 CrPI units have been distributed, and more than 553,000 enrolments have been completed.”On e-forensics, the home minister, in a post on Sunday, said it will “facilitate the real-time use of scientific evidence in investigations by ensuring real-time flow of information”. “It will enable inter-lab case transfers, digital tracking and case monitoring, leading to prompt and perfect delivery of justice.”On Monday, Shah continued the awareness campaign with a post on the e-prosecution app. Describing it “as the new information highway connecting the investigating agencies, prosecution and judicial system,” he said it would facilitate “the bandwidth to dispose of cases within the timeframe set by the BNSS (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita)”. He added: “Through seamless data streaming it will cut down the time required for identification of criminals, e-evidence integration and will allow monitoring of timelines to deliver prompt and perfect justice.”Under the BNSS, the total time period between the registration of an FIR and delivery of final judgement should not exceed three years. Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndians Among 13 Killed In Explosion At Ras Laffan LNG Complex In QatarStudents Jump, Rescuers Breach Walls: Inside The Lucknow Fire Tragedy That Claimed 15 LivesTMC Civil War Escalates As Rebels Claim Control Of Party, Removes ‘Supremo’ Mamata BanerjeeNEET Re-Test Heartbreak: Students Cry Outside Centres After Missing Entry DeadlineWest Bengal’s First BJP Budget: 1 Lakh Jobs, DA Hike, New Airport, Cut In Minority Affairs FundsUP CM Yogi Vows Action, Dy CM Breaks Down After 15 Students Killed In Lucknow Fire TragedySix Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Join Shinde Camp, Uddhav Suffers Fresh Political BlowUAE In Talks To Buy BrahMos Missile, Akashteer Air Defence System From India: ReportMahua’s ‘Rs 4 Crore Upfront’ Claim Sparks Defamation Threat; 20 Rebel TMC MPs To Sue Moitra | Watch84% Of Indians May Now Live In Urban Areas; India May Create A Third Settlement Category123PhotostoriesThis 18th-century fort overlooking Jaipur has legends, palaces and unmatched sunset views; no it’s not AmerRashmika Mandanna to Ananya Panday: 5 major fashion moments of the week that had everyone talkingAlways tired, forgetful or feeling pins and needles? 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Union home minister Amit Shah NEW DELHI: The four applications launched by home minister Amit Shah on Friday — Abhigyan, Criminal Procedure Identification (CrPI), e-prosecution 2.0 and e-forensics 2.0 —promise to integrate policing, criminal identification, forensic investigation and prosecution management into a seamless digital chain of the Integrated Criminal Justice System (ICJS), expediting investigation and prosecution through smart use of technology.While NAFIS and CrPI will identify the offender, the crime and criminal tracking and network system (CCTNS) and Crime Multi Agency Centre (Cri-MAC) will connect and support the investigation. E-forensics will strengthen the evidence and e-prosecution will drive the case towards conviction. Over the past four days, Shah has made multiple posts on X to apprise the pubic about the utility of each of the four apps.The first set of posts, uploaded on Friday, said the four apps “will equip our agencies with the key to speed and accuracy in justice delivery by enabling instant matching of fingerprints; integrated DNA, iris and face matching; and seamless digital coordination among the agencies”. In a more specific post on ‘Abhigyan’ on the same day, Shah said it “enables field police personnel to search the national fingerprint database (NAFIS) comprising 1.3 crore fingerprints, using their smartphone from any location, to identify a suspect”. He added: “This app, secured through two-step authentication, is strengthening ground policing through real-time fingerprint-based identification. Powered by fast identification, portable setup and crores of records, the Abhigyan app is a very robust tool.”On Saturday, Shah elaborated on the CrPI app with the post: “The CrPI application integrates facial recognition, iris matching, and DNA matching capabilities. The multi-modal biometric technology enhances the reliability of identification, reduces manual errors, and makes the process more transparent. Its primary applications include the identification of repeat offenders and CCTV-based suspect identification. So far, 2,190 CrPI units have been distributed, and more than 553,000 enrolments have been completed.”On e-forensics, the home minister, in a post on Sunday, said it will “facilitate the real-time use of scientific evidence in investigations by ensuring real-time flow of information”. “It will enable inter-lab case transfers, digital tracking and case monitoring, leading to prompt and perfect delivery of justice.”On Monday, Shah continued the awareness campaign with a post on the e-prosecution app. Describing it “as the new information highway connecting the investigating agencies, prosecution and judicial system,” he said it would facilitate “the bandwidth to dispose of cases within the timeframe set by the BNSS (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita)”. He added: “Through seamless data streaming it will cut down the time required for identification of criminals, e-evidence integration and will allow monitoring of timelines to deliver prompt and perfect justice.”Under the BNSS, the total time period between the registration of an FIR and delivery of final judgement should not exceed three years. Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndians Among 13 Killed In Explosion At Ras Laffan LNG Complex In QatarStudents Jump, Rescuers Breach Walls: Inside The Lucknow Fire Tragedy That Claimed 15 LivesTMC Civil War Escalates As Rebels Claim Control Of Party, Removes ‘Supremo’ Mamata BanerjeeNEET Re-Test Heartbreak: Students Cry Outside Centres After Missing Entry DeadlineWest Bengal’s First BJP Budget: 1 Lakh Jobs, DA Hike, New Airport, Cut In Minority Affairs FundsUP CM Yogi Vows Action, Dy CM Breaks Down After 15 Students Killed In Lucknow Fire TragedySix Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Join Shinde Camp, Uddhav Suffers Fresh Political BlowUAE In Talks To Buy BrahMos Missile, Akashteer Air Defence System From India: ReportMahua’s ‘Rs 4 Crore Upfront’ Claim Sparks Defamation Threat; 20 Rebel TMC MPs To Sue Moitra | Watch84% Of Indians May Now Live In Urban Areas; India May Create A Third Settlement Category123PhotostoriesThis 18th-century fort overlooking Jaipur has legends, palaces and unmatched sunset views; no it’s not AmerRashmika Mandanna to Ananya Panday: 5 major fashion moments of the week that had everyone talkingAlways tired, forgetful or feeling pins and needles? 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Union home minister Amit Shah NEW DELHI: The four applications launched by home minister Amit Shah on Friday — Abhigyan, Criminal Procedure Identification (CrPI), e-prosecution 2.0 and e-forensics 2.0 —promise to integrate policing, criminal identification, forensic investigation and prosecution management into a seamless digital chain of the Integrated Criminal Justice System (ICJS), expediting investigation and…

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Best proverb of the day: “A man may rise like the sun through ambition, but a woman shines like…” – the quiet power of being strong and calm at once |

Best proverb of the day: “A man may rise like the sun through ambition, but a woman shines like…” – the quiet power of being strong and calm at once |

Best proverb of the day (Image generated via Google Gemini) We are taught to admire the sun kind of success. The blazing, ambitious, impossible to ignore rise to the top, all drive and heat and noise. This saying offers a quieter alternative that may be worth just as much, if not more. The moon kind…

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Federal judge halts DOJ subpoena for Tim Walz over immigration probe, calls it ‘harassment’

Federal judge halts DOJ subpoena for Tim Walz over immigration probe, calls it ‘harassment’

US federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to subpoena Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (File photo) A US federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to subpoena Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and several other state and local officials, ruling that the effort was designed to pressure them into assisting federal immigration enforcement and…

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‘Many senior leaders have not yet been accommodated’: CM Shivakumar amid Karnataka cabinet expansion buzz | India News

‘Many senior leaders have not yet been accommodated’: CM Shivakumar amid Karnataka cabinet expansion buzz | India News

The chief minister added that discussions with the Congress leadership would continue before a decision is taken. NEW DELHI: Karnataka chief minister D K Shivakumar on Monday said that any decision on cabinet expansion rests with the Congress high command, and that his responsibility is to implement the decisions taken by the party leadership.According to…

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Updated: Jun 22, 2026, 23:28 IST

Updated: Jun 22, 2026, 23:28 IST

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi added another remarkable milestone to his legendary career after scoring against Austria to become the outright highest scorer in FIFA World Cup history and extend his streak of scoring in consecutive World Cup matches.The Argentina captain found the net during the defending champions’ Group J clash in Dallas, taking his tally…

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15 dead in Lucknow building fire: 3 arrested, SIT hunts for those behind lapses

15 dead in Lucknow building fire: 3 arrested, SIT hunts for those behind lapses

The blaze engulfed a commercial building housing a pet shop, library, and gaming studio LUCKNOW: Police on Monday arrested three persons and registered an FIR against six named accused and other unidentified individuals in connection with the devastating Aliganj fire that claimed multiple lives and left several others injured.The arrested accused have been identified as…

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Jun 22, 2026, 23:10 IST

Jun 22, 2026, 23:10 IST

France’s Kylian Mbappe applauds the fans at the end of during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) France’s all-time leading scorer is expected to make his 100th international appearance against Iraq, with Kylian Mbappé also closing…

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‘One final season’ incoming? Saints star Cameron Jordan reappears on NFL Top 100 alongside Colts mainstay Quenton Nelson

‘One final season’ incoming? Saints star Cameron Jordan reappears on NFL Top 100 alongside Colts mainstay Quenton Nelson

Cameron Jordan and Quenton Nelson re-enter the NFL Top 100 after multiple years away from the player-voted rankings. (Image via Getty) The NFL’s annual Top 100 reveal began Monday, and two veterans who had disappeared from the rankings for years immediately found their way back.New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan checked in at No….

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US eases oil sanctions on Iran after Vance says it has agreed to nuclear inspections

US eases oil sanctions on Iran after Vance says it has agreed to nuclear inspections

For the Trump administration, Vance appeared to have clinched a desperately needed truce to calm growing political disquiet at home ahead of the mid-term elections in November, with the vice-president’s own political future at stake. TOI correspondent from Washington: US vice-president JD Vance emerged from two days of talks with Iranian leaders in the Swiss…

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Ajit Doval holds ‘constructive” talks on normalising ties with China FM Wang Yi, discusses Middle East situation with Iranian Dy Secy Defence Ghadir Nezamipour National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Monday held a series of high-level bilateral meetings, including talks with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and senior Iranian security official Ghadir Nezamipour, as New Delhi hosted the BRICS National Security Advisers’ conclave amid growing geopolitical tensions and shifting regional dynamics.India is hosting the two-day security meeting in its capacity as the current chair of BRICS, bringing together top security officials from the expanded grouping for discussions on regional and global security challenges.In one of the most closely watched engagements, Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the conclave. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two sides reviewed recent developments in bilateral ties and noted progress towards the gradual normalisation of relations.Sharing details of the meeting on X, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “The two sides reviewed recent developments in bilateral relations and noted progress towards gradual normalisation. NSA underlined that stable, predictable and constructive bilateral relations contribute to building trust and better understanding between the two sides. The discussions were constructive and forward-looking.”Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami and Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai were among the Indian officials present during the talks.The meeting comes as India and China continue efforts to rebuild ties following years of tension triggered by the 2020 border clashes. Since 2024, both sides have gradually moved towards de-escalation and increased diplomatic engagement. The latest interaction follows a series of meetings between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of international summits, including the SCO Summit in Tianjin last year.The two leaders had then welcomed the positive momentum in bilateral ties and reiterated that India and China should remain development partners rather than rivals, while ensuring that differences do not turn into disputes.Separately, Doval also held wide-ranging discussions with Ghadir Nezamipour, Deputy Secretary for Defence Affairs at Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), focusing on the evolving security situation in West Asia.”Both sides reviewed the ongoing situation in West Asia. They also discussed cooperation under the BRICS platform and India-Iran bilateral ties,” Jaiswal said.The visit marks the first trip to India by a senior Iranian official since Tehran reached a peace agreement with Washington, adding significance to the discussions amid continuing regional uncertainty.The BRICS security conclave, which formally began on Monday, is expected to focus extensively on the security situation in West Asia, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, terrorism and other emerging geopolitical challenges. Besides Wang Yi, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu and senior security officials from other BRICS nations are participating in the deliberations.India is also expected to raise concerns relating to terrorism, including cross-border terror activities targeting Jammu and Kashmir by Pakistan-based groups. The situation in Afghanistan and tensions involving Pakistan are also likely to feature in the discussions, according to people familiar with the matter.The meeting takes place against the backdrop of growing complexity within the expanded BRICS grouping. Originally comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, the bloc expanded in 2024 to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates, with Indonesia joining in 2025.Today, BRICS represents around 49.5 per cent of the world’s population, nearly 40 per cent of global GDP and approximately 26 per cent of global trade, making it one of the most influential platforms for emerging economies.However, differing geopolitical priorities among members continue to pose challenges. At the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in May, member states failed to agree on a joint statement after differences emerged, particularly between Iran and the UAE over developments in West Asia. As BRICS operates on the basis of consensus, India had instead issued a chair’s statement and outcome document reflecting areas of agreement while noting issues on which unanimity could not be reached.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosStudents Jump, Rescuers Breach Walls: Inside The Lucknow Fire Tragedy That Claimed 15 LivesTMC Civil War Escalates As Rebels Claim Control Of Party, Removes ‘Supremo’ Mamata BanerjeeNEET Re-Test Heartbreak: Students Cry Outside Centres After Missing Entry DeadlineWest Bengal’s First BJP Budget: 1 Lakh Jobs, DA Hike, New Airport, Cut In Minority Affairs FundsUP CM Yogi Vows Action, Dy CM Breaks Down After 15 Students Killed In Lucknow Fire TragedySix Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Join Shinde Camp, Uddhav Suffers Fresh Political BlowUAE In Talks To Buy BrahMos Missile, Akashteer Air Defence System From India: ReportMahua’s ‘Rs 4 Crore Upfront’ Claim Sparks Defamation Threat; 20 Rebel TMC MPs To Sue Moitra | Watch84% Of Indians May Now Live In Urban Areas; India May Create A Third Settlement CategoryUS Approves 2.2 Million Military Support Deal for India’s Apache Helicopters and M777 Howitzers123PhotostoriesMaharashtra’s reverse waterfall to Ladakh’s magnetic hill: 5 Indian places that defy scienceWhat would you do? 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Ajit Doval holds ‘constructive” talks on normalising ties with China FM Wang Yi, discusses Middle East situation with Iranian Dy Secy Defence Ghadir Nezamipour National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Monday held a series of high-level bilateral meetings, including talks with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and senior Iranian security official Ghadir Nezamipour, as New Delhi hosted the BRICS National Security Advisers’ conclave amid growing geopolitical tensions and shifting regional dynamics.India is hosting the two-day security meeting in its capacity as the current chair of BRICS, bringing together top security officials from the expanded grouping for discussions on regional and global security challenges.In one of the most closely watched engagements, Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the sidelines of the conclave. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the two sides reviewed recent developments in bilateral ties and noted progress towards the gradual normalisation of relations.Sharing details of the meeting on X, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “The two sides reviewed recent developments in bilateral relations and noted progress towards gradual normalisation. NSA underlined that stable, predictable and constructive bilateral relations contribute to building trust and better understanding between the two sides. The discussions were constructive and forward-looking.”Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami and Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai were among the Indian officials present during the talks.The meeting comes as India and China continue efforts to rebuild ties following years of tension triggered by the 2020 border clashes. Since 2024, both sides have gradually moved towards de-escalation and increased diplomatic engagement. The latest interaction follows a series of meetings between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of international summits, including the SCO Summit in Tianjin last year.The two leaders had then welcomed the positive momentum in bilateral ties and reiterated that India and China should remain development partners rather than rivals, while ensuring that differences do not turn into disputes.Separately, Doval also held wide-ranging discussions with Ghadir Nezamipour, Deputy Secretary for Defence Affairs at Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), focusing on the evolving security situation in West Asia.”Both sides reviewed the ongoing situation in West Asia. They also discussed cooperation under the BRICS platform and India-Iran bilateral ties,” Jaiswal said.The visit marks the first trip to India by a senior Iranian official since Tehran reached a peace agreement with Washington, adding significance to the discussions amid continuing regional uncertainty.The BRICS security conclave, which formally began on Monday, is expected to focus extensively on the security situation in West Asia, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, terrorism and other emerging geopolitical challenges. Besides Wang Yi, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu and senior security officials from other BRICS nations are participating in the deliberations.India is also expected to raise concerns relating to terrorism, including cross-border terror activities targeting Jammu and Kashmir by Pakistan-based groups. The situation in Afghanistan and tensions involving Pakistan are also likely to feature in the discussions, according to people familiar with the matter.The meeting takes place against the backdrop of growing complexity within the expanded BRICS grouping. Originally comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa, the bloc expanded in 2024 to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates, with Indonesia joining in 2025.Today, BRICS represents around 49.5 per cent of the world’s population, nearly 40 per cent of global GDP and approximately 26 per cent of global trade, making it one of the most influential platforms for emerging economies.However, differing geopolitical priorities among members continue to pose challenges. At the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in May, member states failed to agree on a joint statement after differences emerged, particularly between Iran and the UAE over developments in West Asia. As BRICS operates on the basis of consensus, India had instead issued a chair’s statement and outcome document reflecting areas of agreement while noting issues on which unanimity could not be reached.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosStudents Jump, Rescuers Breach Walls: Inside The Lucknow Fire Tragedy That Claimed 15 LivesTMC Civil War Escalates As Rebels Claim Control Of Party, Removes ‘Supremo’ Mamata BanerjeeNEET Re-Test Heartbreak: Students Cry Outside Centres After Missing Entry DeadlineWest Bengal’s First BJP Budget: 1 Lakh Jobs, DA Hike, New Airport, Cut In Minority Affairs FundsUP CM Yogi Vows Action, Dy CM Breaks Down After 15 Students Killed In Lucknow Fire TragedySix Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Join Shinde Camp, Uddhav Suffers Fresh Political BlowUAE In Talks To Buy BrahMos Missile, Akashteer Air Defence System From India: ReportMahua’s ‘Rs 4 Crore Upfront’ Claim Sparks Defamation Threat; 20 Rebel TMC MPs To Sue Moitra | Watch84% Of Indians May Now Live In Urban Areas; India May Create A Third Settlement CategoryUS Approves $482.2 Million Military Support Deal for India’s Apache Helicopters and M777 Howitzers123PhotostoriesMaharashtra’s reverse waterfall to Ladakh’s magnetic hill: 5 Indian places that defy scienceWhat would you do? 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Study finds7 unforgettable FIFA World Cup matches and the legendary stadiums where they were played10 Plants to grow in July in Australia: Vegetables, herbs and flowers that thrive in winter123Hot PicksCGBSE NMMSE result 2026Gold rate todayIndia-US trade dealGorakhpur rapeAfrican proverb of the dayBest proverbWeather forecast tomorrowPortuguese proverb of the daySpanish proverb of the dayTop TrendingDelhi MurderUS-Iran WarBadlapur AccidentFIFA World Cup 2026Shiv Sena UBTTamil Nadu Ammonia Gas LeakNEET UG ExamGold rate todayDelhi weatherMumbai rain

Ajit Doval holds ‘constructive” talks on normalising ties with China FM Wang Yi, discusses Middle East situation with Iranian Dy Secy Defence Ghadir Nezamipour National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Monday held a series of high-level bilateral meetings, including talks with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and senior Iranian security official Ghadir Nezamipour, as New…

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pregnancy comes at a beautiful time, says director BV Nandini Reddy amid Maa Inti Bangaaram success

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pregnancy comes at a beautiful time, says director BV Nandini Reddy amid Maa Inti Bangaaram success

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pregnancy comes at a beautiful time, says director BV Nandini Reddy amid Maa Inti Bangaaram success (Image credits: Instagram) Director Nandini Reddy has seemingly put an end to speculation surrounding Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s pregnancy. While fans had been discussing the actress’ recent appearance at the success celebration of Maa Inti Bangaaram, Nandini’s…

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