Fifty-three heads of state and government have so far confirmed attendance at upcoming memorial events for peace icon Nelson Mandela.

India and Iran will give a major push to their bilateral ties in all aspects including connectivity, Delhi will also upgrade Chahbahar port.

BRICS nations have called for ceasefire in Syria and start process of reconciliation as they expressed concern over humanitarian situation.

Chin said on Monday that the political solution to the crisis in Syria must be led by its people.