International Relations

International Relations27 Jun 2026· Newslaundry

Off the PM's Plane: How India's Foreign Affairs Press Access Disappeared

Since 2014, no journalists have been allowed to travel with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his foreign visits, breaking a decades-old tradition that once kept the press close to power. The change has quietly shifted how India's diplomacy is reported — from independent journalism to government-managed messaging.

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International Relations26 Jun 2026· News On AIR

India Chairs BRICS 2026: PM Modi Calls for a More Inclusive World Order

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that India, as chair of the BRICS grouping of major emerging economies, will use its leadership to push for a fairer, more inclusive global system. India is hosting a key BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi ahead of a full summit planned for September 2026.

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