Highlights: Decoding G20 - NDTV's Mega Conclave

As geopolitical fault lines continue to test maritime trade routes and commodity flows, Jaishankar's message remains pertinent: true economic resilience requires open markets, protected transit lines, and a genuine commitment to multilateral cooperation rather than coercion.

S. Jaishankar called on G20 countries to reduce their dependence on a handful of energy suppliers and trade routes, warning against the use of energy resources as a tool of political pressure. He stressed the need to ensure steady and fair access to energy, especially for developing countries.

Stephen Harper acknowledged that Vladimir Putin is smart and hard-working, but he also accused him of being extremely manipulative and "truly evil".

Secretary of State Marco Rubio pulled the plug on the traditional group photo after several European officials threatened to boycott or walk out of the snapshot that usually helps kick off such diplomatic gatherings.

European leaders have opted not to appear in photos with Russian delegations in earlier G20 meetings this year too, as fighting continues after Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Goyal’s US visit comes amid ongoing negotiations on the India-US trade deal, with a senior US official saying the pact is more than 90% complete.

China and the US reach consensus on trade, Iran, AI and military cooperation as Xi Jinping and Donald Trump conclude talks.

Marco Rubio, speaking after meeting Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, said he hoped Putin would accept the invitation, adding that the occasion would serve as an opportunity for Putin to speak to US President Donald Trump.

The move comes as Washington struggles to secure a deal to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with Trump insisting that he is working with both sides to stop the war.

The growth upgrades by these four global agencies came close on the heels of US-based Moody's Ratings last week raising GDP growth forecast for the fiscal year to 7% -- the fastest among all G20 economies.