BRICS Science Academies Forum 2026 at IIT Hyderabad
Why in the news
As BRICS host, India organised a science academies forum along with several other BRICS meetings in July 2026.
Key facts
- Event: 2nd BRICS Science Academies Forum, IIT Hyderabad, 22-23 July 2026.
- Theme: AI, sustainable development and Global South cooperation.
- WISE Whitepaper: from BRICS CCI Women Empowerment, to raise women’s part in science and innovation.
Other BRICS events hosted by India
| Event | Note |
|---|---|
| Ministerial Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction | 3rd edition |
| Ministers of Interior Meeting | Held in India |
| Network University Governing Board Meeting | Organised by India |
| Conference on Traditional and Indigenous Knowledge Systems | Organised by India |
Exam angle
- Venue: IIT Hyderabad; dates: 22-23 July 2026.
- Keywords: AI, sustainable development, Global South; WISE Whitepaper.