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The reporting broadly agrees that India’s standing has changed from earlier economic skepticism to a stronger BRICS role, backed by growth data and a credit rating upgrade.
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India’s BRICS role rises from slowdown fears
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India is preparing to host the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, 2026.
The article contrasts that role with 2012 slowdown fears, when economist Jim O'Neill called India the least attractive BRIC economy.
It says official data now show 7.8 percent real GDP growth in the first quarter of FY 2026-27.
It also notes a recent A- credit rating upgrade by the Japan Credit Rating Agency.
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The piece frames India as taking on a diplomatic role amid global geopolitical fragmentation.
It presents India as one of the most reliable BRICS members after years of skepticism.
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What remains unsettled is how far this reliability narrative will hold as India hosts the next BRICS summit and faces shifting global conditions.
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The piece presents India’s BRICS trajectory as a clear turnaround, from being seen as the least attractive BRIC economy to a stronger and more reliable member. It highlights 7.8 percent real GDP growth and the A- credit rating upgrade as signs of momentum. The article also stresses India’s diplomatic value as it prepares to host the BRICS Summit. Its tone is broadly affirmative about India’s rise in global geopolitical fragmentation.
Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: News9live
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India’s BRICS rise: From 2012 slowdown fears to 7.8% GDP growth in 2026
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News9live reports that India is preparing to host the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, 2026. The article highlights a significant shift from 2012 economic slowdown fears, when economist Jim O'Neill labeled India the least attractive BRIC economy, to official data showing 7.8 percent real GDP growth in the first quarter of FY 2026-27. It also notes the recent A- credit rating upgrade by the Japan Credit Rating Agency and discusses India's diplomatic role amid global geopolitical fragmentation.