The group is deeply divided over the war in Ukraine, with Western nations pushing for strong condemnation of Russia while others are demanding a focus on broader economic issues.
The African Union, a continental body of 55 member states, now has the same status as the European Union. Its previous designation was "invited international organisation".
PM Modi also launched the 'Global Biofuels Alliance' in the presence of US President Biden, Brazilian President Inacio, Argentina President Fernández & Italy PM Meloni.
A joint statement was issued by the two countries after Friday's meeting. US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan had earlier said 'this is not your typical bilateral visit to India'.
As many as 31 hotels across Delhi-NCR are preparing to host 10,000 guests arriving for two-day G20 Summit. They are set to cater to every taste to showcase India’s hospitality.
The US press corps was sequestered in a van, out of eyesight of the two leaders - an unusual situation for the reporters & photographers who follow the US President at home & around the world to witness and record his public appearances.
On Friday, the centre of the normally bustling & choked city of 20 million was deserted, with just a trickle of vehicles & scores of armed security personnel seen along the main streets.
Despite growing passenger volume, 11 out of 14 carriers reported losses in 2023-24. IndiGo recorded profit of Rs 8,167 crore, which reduced to Rs 7.253 crore in 2024-25.
Dubai airshow crash & pilot death have rekindled concerns over pilot safety, and need for smarter automated systems that can step in when G-forces, temporary loss of consciousness hit the pilot.
None of Pakistan’s PMs has lasted 5 years. That the current PM has given Asim Munir 5 years shows that of all military dictatorships history has seen, Pakistan’s is most creative.
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