President of Russia Vladimir Putin has arrived in India for a two-day state visit. The government aircraft landed in New Delhi on Thursday evening. This was reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi personally welcomed the Russian leader at the aircraft ramp, which is not provided for by standard protocol and demonstrates a special attitude towards the guest. After the ceremonial welcome, the two leaders travelled in the same car to an informal…

South Africa has condemned the United States’ decision to cancel its G20 membership, calling the move procedurally flawed and dismissive of multilateralism. Brett Herron, GOOD Secretary-General and member of the Unite for Change Leadership Council, described the US action as “disdainful of multilateralism” and warned that South Africa’s position as a founding G20 member cannot be undone by “right-wing rhetoric and false narratives.” South Africa joined the G20 not only as one of the world’s top 20 economies but also…

Zimbabwe and Iran will conduct a Mid-Term Review of their Joint Commission, with the two sides expected to evaluate ongoing cooperation and set out fresh priorities aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The plan was confirmed by Iran’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Amirhossein Hosseini, following his meeting with Vice President Constantino Chiwenga in Harare. According to Ambassador Hosseini, the upcoming session in Tehran will examine progress in areas already on the bilateral agenda, including pharmaceutical production and broader collaboration in health-related initiatives.…

The 20th Ethiopian International Film Festival (EARTHOPIAN) wrapped up in Addis Ababa after a week of screenings, discussions and professional exchange. Organised in partnership with the Addis Ababa City Administration, the festival brought together filmmakers, industry experts, and audiences from Ethiopia and around the world. TV BRICS served as the international media partner of the event. This year’s edition was held under the evocative theme “Nile: The Origin of Stories”, highlighting the cultural and historical symbolism of the river as…

A promotional event was held in Johannesburg, South Africa, on December 3 for the English edition of the fifth volume of “Xi Jinping: The Governance of China,” drawing around 200 participants. According to the participants, the fifth volume reflects the latest developments of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, systematically demonstrates the defining features, practical pathways and remarkable achievements of China’s path to modernisation, and offers valuable insights and approaches for Global South countries…

Following the vote of the international jury, the winner of the BRICS Literary Award was Egyptian writer Salwa Bakr – one of the most prominent representatives of contemporary Arabic prose, author of seven short story collections, seven novels and a play. Her works have been translated into many European languages. The name of the first laureate of the prize was announced at the BRICS Art Festival, which took place in Khabarovsk from 26 to 30 November. The solemn ceremony at…

Scientists at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences have introduced an artificial intelligence (AI)-based system that may transform the traditional approach to cancer treatment. This is reported by IANS, a TV BRICS partner, citing India’s Ministry of Science and Technology. In previous decades, doctors relied on assessing the size and extent of tumour spread. The new system evaluates the molecular individuality of the disease, which explains why two patients with the same stage of cancer may experience…

Russia has reaffirmed its intention to broaden cooperation with Nigeria in several priority sectors, highlighting the untapped potential of bilateral trade and the need for renewed institutional mechanisms to support long-term partnership. This is reported by NAN, a partner of TV BRICS. Speaking in Abuja at an event marking the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the Russian Ambassador to Nigeria, Andrey Pudelyshev, emphasised that the next phase of cooperation should focus on energy, agriculture, transport, natural resources, and emerging high-technology…

The article was prepared by Svetlana Khristoforova. In 2025, foreign tourists brought Brazil record revenue, Indonesia reported a 10 per cent increase in tourist arrivals compared to last year, and China is experiencing a boom in Russian tourism following the visa cancellation, while Russia is developing business travel. Why are BRICS countries becoming popular travel destinations, and how will this affect the economy, ecology, and social development of the regions? Brazil National parks in the Amazon basin, scenic canyons and…

Venezuela is actively seeking Indian investment to develop its extensive critical minerals sector, aiming to reduce economic dependence on oil. The announcement followed a bilateral meeting between India’s Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, and Venezuela’s Minister of Ecological Mining Development, Hector Silva, on the sidelines of the 30th Confederation of Indian Industry CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam. According to ANI, a partner of TV BRICS, Venezuela outlined its significant mineral reserves, including 340 million tonnes of nickel, 1.6 billion…