Amid BRICS menu row, former Iceland President recalls serving vegetarian meal to Abdul Kalam
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: A controversy erupted over the all‑vegetarian menu served at the BRICS summit gala dinner in New Delhi, prompting criticism from Indian politicians. In response, a former Icelandic president recalled a similar vegetarian meal he served to former Indian President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam during Kalam’s state visit to Iceland. The incident highlights cultural sensitivities around food choices at international diplomatic events.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 0% center, 100% right.
Who is covering this story
- Right-leaning (2): Deccan Chronicle, India TV English
Sources
- BJP Hits Back at Karti Chidambaram over Vegetarian Party Remark — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Amid BRICS menu row, former Iceland President recalls serving vegetarian meal to Abdul Kalam — India TV English (right-leaning)