UPSC Current Affairs for 2026-09-13

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• 18th BRICS Summit Session: Inclusive Global Governance and Strengthening के दौरान प्रधानमंत्री के Opening RemarksInternational Relations · PM's opening remarks at 18th BRICS Summit propose a Continuity and Implementation Mechanism and a BRICS Reform Roadmap for global governance.
• West Asia conflict highlights: Yemen's Houthis reach strategic island at mouth of Bab al-MandebInternational Relations · Houthi forces captured Perim Island and Dhubab, tightening control over the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
• Yemen’s Houthis take over strait vital to global shippingInternational Relations · Houthis captured Yemen's Red Sea coast and strategic islands, gaining control over the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a vital global shipping chokepoint.
• BRICS leaders call for stronger international cooperation, wider access to AI resourcesInternational Relations · BRICS adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026 at the 18th Summit, calling for wider AI access and stronger international cooperation.
• Iran President meets Abu Dhabi Crown Prince amid West Asia hostilitiesInternational Relations · Iran President and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince met on BRICS Summit sidelines amid West Asia hostilities, with New Delhi Declaration expressing concern over Gaza and forced displacement.
• PM Modi highlights trade barriers, sea route disruptions at BRICS Business ForumInternational Relations · PM Modi highlighted rising trade barriers and sea route disruptions at BRICS Business Forum, emphasizing India's bridge-building role during its 2026 BRICS presidency.
• DFCs: The backbone of India’s logistics pushEconomy · Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC) is now fully operational, completing India's 2,843-km dedicated freight rail backbone.