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Jaishankar discusses cooperation in space, health sectors with Brazilian FM

India and Brazil have made "discernible progress" in their bilateral ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said as he held comprehensive discussions with his Brazilian counterpart Carlos Franca on stepping up cooperation in key sectors like defence, counter-terrorism, space, trade, petroleum and pharma. Jaishankar, who is here on the second leg of his maiden official visit to three Latin American countries, also signed agreements in the fields of broadcasting and taxation after co-chairing the 8th India-Brazil Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) with Franca. "Co-chaired 8th #IndiaBrazil Joint Commission Meeting with FM Carlos Franca. Comprehensive discussions covered trade &investments, petroleum, biofuels, edible oils & minerals, health, pharma, traditional medicine, S&T, Agri & livestock, space, defence, counter-terrorism & consular domains," Jaishankar tweeted on Wednesday. "Agreements signed in the fields of broadcasting and taxation. Exchanged views on ..

India's growing presence in Brazil is visible, says EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar interacted with the association of entrepreneurs of Brazil, LIDE on Tuesday and said that India and Brazil are not only partners but can share best practices for their mutual growth and progress."Networking of established Brazilian entrepreneurs with growing Indian presence in Brazil was visible. India & Brazil are not only partners but can share best practices for their mutual growth & progress," said EAM in a tweet.The EAM also visited the Federation of Industries of the State of Sao Paulo which is the largest Industry association in Brazil and reaffirmed that several opportunities await for both nations in business cooperation under the umbrella of strengthened bilateral ties."Visited Federation of Industries of the State of Sao Paulo, the largest Industry association of Brazil. Presentations from WEG, @embraer and UNICA reaffirmed the significant opportunities that exist for greater business cooperation," Jaishankar tweeted.The ..

Brazil's ex-President Lula plans to fight deforestation if re-elected

Former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva says he will pursue a new environmental and climate policy is he wins the country's presidential election in October

FIFA agrees to cancel World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina

Both Brazil and Argentina agreed to pay a fine for not playing the qualifier

Monkeys under attack in Brazil amid rising fear of monkeypox infection

The World Health Organization expressed sorrow on Tuesday for the killing of monkeys in Brazil amid fears of monkeypox contagion

Bolsanaro rejects sanctions against Russia to secure fertiliser imports

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro reiterated his opposition to economic sanctions against Russia, in order to retain the supply of Russian fertiliser imports to Brazilian agribusiness.

Spotify expands video podcasts for creators in non-English speaking nations

Swedish music streaming platform Spotify has announced to expand video podcasts for creators in six non-English speaking nations countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Brazil and Mexico

Brazil: At least six killed in shootout in Rio de Janeiro's favela

At least six people were killed and two others were wounded after a shootout between police officers and alleged criminals in a favela in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's second-largest city

Brazil: Bolsonaro's re-election hopes dim unless he wins over women

If Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro is to have any hope of securing a second term, he needs more female support and fast. Yet a man famed for bravado hasn't shown any concerted strategy to do so.

Brazil reports 1 more case of monkeypox, total infection tally rise to 76

A new case of monkeypox has been confirmed in Brazil, bringing the total number in the country to 76, the Ministry of Health reported on Sunday

Inflation to exceed official target ceiling in 2022: Brazil's central bank

For 2022, the official inflation target was set at 3.5 per cent, with a margin of tolerance of 1.5 percentage points

Iran, Argentina apply to join BRICS bloc after recent summit: Report

Ahead of the summit, Saudi Arabia too expressed interest to join the grouping, according to reports

Brazil confirms first monkeypox case, patient's contact being monitored

Brazil on Thursday confirmed the country's first case of Monkeypox in the city of Sao Paulo, according to local health authorities.

Bhupender Yadav meets Brazilian counterpart on sidelines of Stockholm+50

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav met his Brazilian counterpart, Joaquim Leite in Stockholm on the sidelines of the Stockholm+50 conference

Death toll climbs to 128 from heavy rains in Brazil's Pernambuco

The death toll from heavy rains in Recife, capital of the Brazilian state of Pernambuco, and its metropolitan area has risen to 128, local authorities said on Friday.

Death toll rises to 126 from heavy rains in Brazil; 9,302 people affected

A total of 31 municipalities in Pernambuco have declared a state of emergency due to the rains, while 51 towns suffered some type of damage

Unemployment in Brazil drops 10.5% to 7-year low for April quarter

Unemployment in Brazil fell to 10.5 per cent in the February to April period, the lowest since 2015

Death toll from heavy rains in Brazil's Pernambuco rises to 100

The toll from heavy rains in the northeastern Brazilian state of Pernambuco has risen to 100, primarily in the state capital Recife and its metropolitan area, rescue teams said

Death toll from Brazil floods at least 91, with dozens still missing

Authorities in northeastern Brazil's Pernambuco state said Monday that 91 deaths have been confirmed from flooding over the weekend, with more two dozen people still missing.

People in Brazil's Amazon rainforest reel from floods for second year

For the second straight year, inhabitants of Brazil's Amazon rainforest are being overwhelmed by flooding, with hundreds of thousands of people already affected by waters that are still rising.