Putin's India visit
President Putin's Strategic 27-Hour Visit to India: Strengthening Historic Bilateral Relations Amid Global Tensions
Dec 05, 2025 02:12 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin's brief but significant 27-hour diplomatic visit to India underscores the enduring strategic partnership between the two nations. Focusing on defense cooperation, energy partnerships, and trade development, the visit comes at a critical time when India balances its historic ties with Russia against growing tensions with the United States over Russian oil imports and recent tariff impositions.
Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Modi Government for Blocking Opposition Meetings with Foreign Leaders Ahead of Putin's Visit
Dec 04, 2025 08:25 pm CST
As Russian President Vladimir Putin prepares to visit India, Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Modi government of preventing foreign dignitaries from meeting opposition leaders, breaking diplomatic traditions that existed under previous administrations. While government sources defend the protocol citing time constraints, Gandhi claims this practice stems from insecurity. Putin's visit includes a packed schedule of high-level meetings and ceremonial events.