At least 64 people have been killed in Rio de Janeiro’s deadliest police raid in history. Thousands of heavily armed officers stormed the favelas of Alemão and Penha, targeting the powerful Red Command (Comando Vermelho) gang that controls large parts of northern Rio.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rio de Janeiro for the 17th BRICS Summit, receiving a grand welcome from the Indian diaspora. The visit, at the invitation of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, includes bilateral talks to strengthen ties in trade, defence, energy, and technology. A heartwarming moment with children during the welcome event went viral, adding a personal touch to his high-profile diplomatic tour.