India-Russia ties

  • US Seeks Stronger Alliance with India to Counter Indo-Pacific Security Challenges as Putin Visits Delhi

    US Seeks Stronger Alliance with India to Counter Indo-Pacific Security Challenges as Putin Visits Delhi

    Dec 05, 2025 03:08 pm CST

    The United States is prioritizing improved relations with India despite recent trade tensions, as highlighted in a new National Security Strategy Report that emphasizes India's vital role in the Quad alliance and Indo-Pacific security. This strategic push comes as Russian President Putin visits Delhi, underscoring the complexities of India's international relationships and the importance of maritime security cooperation to prevent any single nation from controlling critical sea lanes in the region.

  • Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Reflects on MiG-21 Legacy as Iconic Fighter Jet Retires After 60 Years

    Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Reflects on MiG-21 Legacy as Iconic Fighter Jet Retires After 60 Years

    Sep 26, 2025 03:20 pm CST

    After nearly six decades of service, the iconic MiG-21 fighter jet has been retired from the Indian Air Force. Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who flew the aircraft between 2007-2017, shared his emotional connection to the legendary jet during its farewell ceremony at Chandigarh air base, where Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and military leaders gathered to honor the aircraft that shaped India's military aviation history.