BRICS Diplomacy & Global South Tech: India’s BRICS summit adopted the Delhi Declaration, pushing for equal participation for the Global South in shaping future technologies and the rules around them, while also flagging concerns over unilateral tariffs and coercive measures. India–China Reset Moment: Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, with India signalling “constructive discussions” as leaders look to expand engagement after years of strain. India–UAE Strategic Push: PM Modi met Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, with talks spanning defence, AI, space, critical minerals, energy and food security. Women’s Sports Spotlight: India booked the Women’s Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka after dominant form, while Junior Women’s Asia Cup saw Supriya’s hat-trick fire India to the final with a 5-1 win over South Korea. Education & Youth Anxiety: Rahul Gandhi said India’s education system is failing young people, citing issues like paper leaks and crushing fees. Nutrition on the Ground: East Delhi launched the 9th National Nutrition Month with conch-blowing and community-focused awareness for women and children. Culture & Community: Mumbai’s BMC is set to run a Modak Mahotsav 2026 using modaks made by women’s self-help groups for Ganeshotsav. Local Environment Watch: Thane activists protested a proposed biodiversity park plan near Sanjay Gandhi National Park, opposing TDR for forest land.