At the SCO Summit in Tianjin, China, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif appeared sidelined as Indian PM Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin shared a visibly warm exchange. Viral videos showed Modi chatting animatedly with Putin ahead of the plenary session, while Sharif stood nearby with a grim expression. In the official family photo, Modi was positioned several places away from Sharif. Modi later posted photos with Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, highlighting “exchanging perspectives” and calling his meeting with Putin “a delight.” The moment unfolded amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions following the April Pahalgam terror attack, which India blamed on Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba offshoot, The Resistance Front.

At the SCO summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin praised India and China for their diplomatic efforts to resolve the Ukraine crisis. He emphasized India’s balanced approach and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s consistent calls for peace, countering Western narratives, particularly those from Trump aide Peter Navarro, who controversially labeled the conflict “Modi’s war.” Putin criticized NATO’s role and Western interference, asserting that Russia remains open to dialogue. His remarks highlight India’s growing influence in global diplomacy and its strategic positioning as a peace broker. The statement also reflects Russia’s pivot toward Asian powers amid strained ties with the West. (PC: X)

At the 25th SCO Heads of State Council Summit in Tianjin, China, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a pointed message on terrorism with Pakistan’s PM present. Modi declared that terrorism remains a challenge for all humanity and condemned “double standards” on the issue. He cited the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and emphasized that peace, security, and stability are essential for progress. Modi urged SCO nations to unite against terror and highlighted India’s leadership in combating groups like Al-Qaeda and its affiliates. He also opposed terror financing and thanked friendly nations for their support. His remarks reinforced India’s firm stance on global counterterrorism efforts. (PC: Bloomberg & x)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Tianjin. Both leaders agreed that India-China ties should be built on trust, respect, and sensitivity. Modi said cooperation between 2.8 billion people will benefit humanity. Xi called India a “vital friend” and stressed that the border issue must not define relations. They discussed border management, direct flights, and trade cooperation. The talks come as US President Donald Trump raised tariffs on India to 50% over Russian oil imports. Modi will also meet Russian President Vladimir Putin during the summit. (PC: X)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, for the first time in seven years. He was warmly welcomed by Chinese President Xi Jinping. Both leaders said they are committed to improving ties and plan to expand trade and investments despite new US tariffs on India. At the summit, Xi told leaders the SCO now has “greater responsibilities” to safeguard peace and stability. Russian President Vladimir Putin also joined the meeting. Modi shared photos with leaders from Nepal, Maldives, Myanmar, and others, highlighting cooperation. Pakistan’s Shehbaz Sharif was also present at the event. (PC: X)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan with a handshake and a pat at the SCO Summit in China, a rare friendly gesture amid strained ties. Relations soured after Operation Sindoor, when Turkey reportedly backed Pakistan following India’s strikes on terror camps. Sources said Turkey supplied Pakistan with drones and operators used against India. Tensions grew after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. Despite Ankara’s criticism, Modi’s cordial moment with Erdogan stood out. The meeting comes as India and China also show closer alignment at the summit. (PC: India Today)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of cross-border terrorism during talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said Modi stressed that terrorism is a “priority concern” for India and affects both nations. He called for “mutual understanding and support” in fighting the challenge. Misri confirmed that China has extended cooperation to India on the matter. Modi also highlighted the need for peace along the border to strengthen ties. Both leaders agreed to work on a mutually acceptable boundary resolution and to cooperate on stabilising the global economy. (PC: PTI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin during the SCO summit. Modi said India is committed to moving ties forward with “mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity.” He added, “The cooperation between us is linked to the interests of 2.8 billion people of our two nations.” Modi also noted peace after border disengagement and spoke about resuming the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra and starting direct flights. Xi welcomed Modi, saying, “It is the right choice for both countries to be friends and good neighbours.” This is Modi’s first visit to China in seven years.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal said India is in talks with Australia to build 1 million homes. He called it a $500 billion chance. Indian workers may go to Australia, get training, and build houses as per local rules. Goyal also asked the UAE to help with funding. Housing costs are rising in Australia due to fewer homes, making the deal important. India is also working on trade deals with Oman, New Zealand, and the EU. Goyal said India will keep finding new markets, even as the US raises tariffs on Indian goods. (PC: Pixabay)

‘Educate Girls’, an Indian NGO founded by Safeena Husain, has won the Ramon Magsaysay Award, becoming the first Indian non-profit to do so. Husain, a London School of Economics graduate, left her career in the US to work at the grassroots in Rajasthan in 2007. Since then, the NGO has enrolled over 1.1 million girls and impacted 15.5 million people across India. The organisation works to break barriers that keep girls out of school and launched innovative programmes like the Development Impact Bond and Pragati. Husain called the award a historic moment for India and girls’ education. (PC: HT)