A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck the South Atlantic Ocean near the Chilean Antarctic region and the Drake Passage — one of the world’s most dangerous seas. The quake hit over 700 km southeast of Ushuaia, Argentina, shaking fears of a tsunami threat across the Americas. Chile’s Navy issued a precautionary tsunami alert for its Antarctic territories.

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.