Rio de Janeiro, July 6 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shook hands and shared a hug with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as he arrives for the 17th BRICS Summit.

PM Modi arrived at the Museum of Modern Art for the 17th BRICS Summit.

"Grateful to President Lula for hosting this year's BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. BRICS remains a powerful force for economic cooperation and global good," PM Modi wrote on X.

Upon his arrival, PM Modi received a warm and vibrant welcome from the Indian community in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. PM Modi also witnessed a musical performance of traditional prayer songs.

Members of the Indian community held a traditional dance performance on the theme of 'Operation Sindoor' while welcoming...