G20 Summit: News

09 Sep 2023

Rahul Gandhi

'Modi government hiding poor from G20 Summit guests': Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday criticized the central government for allegedly "hiding the country's reality" from the guests of the G20 Summit, which is being held in New Delhi.

09 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

India-Middle East-Europe connectivity corridor to be launched soon: PM Modi

An agreement has been reached to build an India-Middle East-Europe connectivity corridor for economic integration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Saturday at the G20 Summit in New Delhi.

India, US to send astronauts to ISS in 2024

India and the United States (US) have initiated talks to establish a strategic framework for human space flight by 2023 end, with plans to send Indian astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2024.

09 Sep 2023

Russia

G20 Summit: Delegates reach 'compromise' on wording for Ukraine-Russia war

After much wrangling and deliberation, delegates attending the G20 Summit reportedly "reached a compromise" on Saturday on the wording to describe the Ukraine-Russia war.

09 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

G20 nations reach consensus on New Delhi declaration: PM Modi

The G20 leaders adopted a joint declaration of nations at New Delhi's G20 Summit on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced, amid various differences.

09 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

G20 Summit: Full schedule of high-profile two-day meet in Delhi

The 18th G20 Summit officially kicked off on Saturday, with world leaders gathering in Delhi for the two-day event.

09 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

African Union is now permanent G20 member

As the G20 Leaders' Summit began in New Delhi on Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced making the African Union (AU) a permanent member of the bloc.

09 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

G20 Summit: PM Modi speaks with 'Bharat' placard in front

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday welcomed G20 leaders upon their arrival at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.

09 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

What PM Modi, Biden discussed ahead of G20 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States (US) President Joe Biden held bilateral talks in New Delhi on Friday, reiterating their commitment to enhancing the India-US strategic partnership amid the rising influence of China.

08 Sep 2023

United Nations (UN)

Will accept India's name change after formalities are completed: UN

The United Nations (UN) will change India's name to Bharat in its records once New Delhi completes all necessary processes, a spokesperson for the intergovernmental organization told NDTV.

08 Sep 2023

Manmohan Singh

Manmohan Singh lauds India's stance on Russia-Ukraine crisis

Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh commended the Centre's approach to the Russia-Ukraine crisis, saying that prioritizing India's sovereign and economic interests while advocating for peace was the "right thing."

08 Sep 2023

Mallikarjun Kharge

No G20 dinner invite for Kharge from President Murmu: Reports

Congress President and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge has reportedly not been invited to the special G20 dinner that will be hosted by President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday.

08 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

PM Modi, Biden to hold bilateral talks, review projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold bilateral talks with United States (US) President Joe Biden, who is set to arrive in Delhi for the G20 Summit on Friday.

08 Sep 2023

Delhi Police

G20 Summit: List of curbs imposed in Delhi from today

In light of the G20 Summit in Delhi, stringent traffic regulations were put in place on Friday, and online delivery has been banned in the summit area. From Friday 5:00am till Sunday 11:59pm, the New Delhi district will be designated as controlled zone-I.

07 Sep 2023

Joe Biden

Biden to Trudeau: Where G20 leaders are staying during summit

Final preparations are underway in Delhi as the national capital decks up to welcome top global leaders for the highly anticipated G20 Summit.

07 Sep 2023

United Nations (UN)

India-Bharat row: Official reveals how UN considers name change requests

An official of the United Nations (UN) has reportedly confirmed that the organization considers name change requests from countries amid the "India" to "Bharat" row.

07 Sep 2023

India

California almonds, walnuts to get cheaper in India: Here's why

In a move to strengthen trade relations, India has removed extra duties on several US goods, including apples, chickpeas, and lentils.

07 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

World is one family: Modi reveals India's G20 Summit goals

As India gears up to host the much-awaited G20 Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday released a blog post and expressed his thoughts on the concept of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam," meaning "the world is one family."

07 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

US singer hails Modi for including African Union in G20

African-American singer Mary Millben is all praises for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The PM's proposal to include the African Union as G20 nations's full member has been applauded by Millben. The proposal is also supported by the United States of America.

07 Sep 2023

Indian Army

G20 Summit: Army conducts mock drill, 1,000 cops deployed

The security forces in Delhi are on their toes as the G20 Summit, to be held in the national capital over the weekend, approaches.

07 Sep 2023

Joe Biden

Biden to be under 3-layer security blanket during G20 visit

United States (US) President Joe Biden is set to arrive in India on Friday evening to attend the much-awaited G20 Summit, which is scheduled to take place later this week on Saturday and Sunday in Delhi.

Consensus at G20 Summit unlikely because of China, Russia: US

The upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi may struggle to produce a joint declaration since China and Russia are "less likely" to sign on to it, United States (US) National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby said.

07 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

ASEAN-India Summit: Modi says '21st century belongs to Asia'

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Indonesia on Thursday to take part in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-India and East Asia summits.

US urges China against playing 'spoiler' role at G20 Summit

United States (US) National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has cautioned China against playing the role of a "spoiler" at the upcoming G20 Summit in New Delhi.

05 Sep 2023

Amitabh Bachchan

#BharatMataKiJai: Amitabh Bachchan's tweet ignites speculations over India's 'name change'

After a 26-party Opposition bloc named their alliance INDIA in July, several BJP leaders changed "India" to "Bharat" in the bios of their social media accounts.

05 Sep 2023

Rashtrapati Bhavan

'President Of Bharat': G20 dinner invite sparks row

The Rashtrapati Bhavan's official dinner invite to foreign leaders and chief ministers during the G20 Summit has triggered a row.

05 Sep 2023

India

G20 booklet calls Ram, Shivaji, Akbar democratic kings

Two booklets issued by the central government, "Bharat, The Mother of Democracy" and "Elections in India—A Comparative View of 1951-52 and 2019 Elections," reveal that India's democratic ethos has been part of its people for millennia.

Jill Biden gets COVID-19 ahead of President Biden's India visit

United States (US) First Lady Jill Biden (72) reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday (local time) and is experiencing mild symptoms, according to her spokesperson.

04 Sep 2023

Delhi Police

G20 Summit: No online deliveries allowed in New Delhi 

As the national capital, Delhi, gears up to host the main G20 Summit from Friday, the city will experience temporary restrictions on online delivery services, including that of food, PTI reported.

04 Sep 2023

Xi Jinping

China confirms Xi Jinping will not attend Delhi G20 Summit

In a major development ahead of the much-anticipated G20 Summit in New Delhi, China confirmed on Monday that President Xi Jinping would not be attending the upcoming two-day event this week.

04 Sep 2023

Joe Biden

Biden 'disappointed' by Xi's reported G20 Summit absence

United States (US) President Joe Biden has expressed disappointment over Chinese President Xi Jinping's reported decision not to attend the G20 Summit scheduled in New Delhi later this week.

03 Sep 2023

Delhi

Everything about Delhi's multi-layered aerial security for G20 Summit

With the date of the G20 Summit getting closer, Delhi is implementing multi-layered security measures to ensure the safety of world leaders both on the ground and in the air.

03 Sep 2023

Narendra Modi

Modi dismisses China's objection to G20 meets in Kashmir, Arunachal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi dismissed Pakistan and China's objections to India hosting G20 meetings in Kashmir and Arunachal Pradesh on Sunday and asserted the importance of holding meetings in all parts of the nation.

02 Sep 2023

Canada

Canada temporarily suspends trade treaty talks with India

In an unexpected move, Canada has reportedly paused its ongoing trade treaty talks with India just three months after both countries expressed intentions to finalize an initial agreement this year.

02 Sep 2023

Joe Biden

G20 Summit: Modi-Biden bilateral meeting on Friday, says White House

United States (US) President Joe Biden is set to travel to India next week for the G20 Summit, where he will have a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi next Friday, the White House said on Saturday.

02 Sep 2023

Delhi Traffic Police

Delhi: Traffic advisory released for commuters ahead of G20 Summit

Ahead of the much-anticipated G20 Summit in Delhi next week, the Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for commuters due to full dress rehearsals on Saturday and Sunday.

31 Aug 2023

Xi Jinping

Xi Jinping likely to miss G20 Summit in Delhi: Report

Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to skip the G20 Summit in Delhi, with Premier Li Qiang set to represent the country instead.

30 Aug 2023

China

China carves out bunkers in Aksai Chin to counter India

China has reportedly initiated major military construction activities in Aksai Chin, a region claimed by India to be its integral part.

29 Aug 2023

Xi Jinping

New Chinese map shows Arunachal Pradesh, Aksai Chin in China

In a seemingly arbitrary move, China reportedly released the 2023 edition of its "standard map" on Monday, which wrongly showed parts of India as Chinese territories.

29 Aug 2023

Delhi

G20 Summit: Paramilitary, undercover cops deployed across Delhi

With the G20 Summit scheduled in Delhi for September 9-10, security measures are being significantly increased across the national capital, involving the Indian Air Force (IAF), Delhi Police, and paramilitary forces.