Delhi is handling 35 special aircraft alongside regular air traffic during the BRICS Summit, according to The Hindu. The arrangements cover the movement of visiting delegations through the capital's airspace while normal flight operations continue.
The city has also adjusted its metro schedule. Telegraph India reports that Delhi Metro timings were revised for September 13 because of the summit, which coincides with the UPSC NDA and CDS examinations.
On the diplomatic side, The Hindu reports that a joint statement has been agreed upon and will be issued shortly. The Times of India reports that Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the summit the Global South must be a rule-shaper, adding that India is ready to take the lead.
Away from the formal sessions, ThePrint reports that a Culture Bazaar is showcasing arts and crafts from BRICS member and partner countries.
The summit has brought together a mix of diplomatic, logistical and cultural activity across the capital. Air traffic management for the visiting aircraft is one of the more visible operational demands, while the metro changes affect daily commuters and exam candidates on September 13.
What to watch next: the release of the agreed joint statement and any further details on the summit's outcomes.
