Russia-India relations
PM Modi's Strategic 'Car Diplomacy': Building International Relations Through Personal Gestures
Dec 17, 2025 01:06 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi demonstrates his distinctive diplomatic approach through 'car diplomacy,' sharing vehicle rides with world leaders from Ethiopia, Jordan, and Russia. This personal gesture symbolizes trust and strategic proximity, as seen during his recent three-nation tour where both Ethiopia's PM Abiy Ahmed Ali and Jordan's Crown Prince personally drove Modi, showcasing the strengthening bilateral relations and India's expanding global diplomatic footprint.
Putin's Visit to India: Strengthening Strategic Partnership Amid Global Tensions
Dec 09, 2025 07:43 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent visit to India showcased the enduring strategic partnership between the two nations amid complex geopolitical tensions. Despite Western concerns, the visit yielded agreements on joint defense manufacturing, payment system interoperability, trade corridor development, and expanded nuclear energy cooperation. While the outcomes may appear modest compared to expectations, they reflect a relationship built on decades of trust that both nations seek to maintain while navigating today's challenging international environment.
S Jaishankar Defends India's Strategic Autonomy: "No Country Has Veto On Our Ties"
Dec 06, 2025 04:57 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar firmly asserts India's strategic autonomy in international relations, emphasizing that the long-standing India-Russia partnership demonstrates India's sovereign right to cultivate diverse global alliances without external interference, while maintaining that productive negotiations with the US on trade matters continue alongside.
Inside President Putin's Vegetarian State Dinner Experience at Rashtrapati Bhavan: Showcasing India's Culinary Heritage
Dec 06, 2025 12:21 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin was honored with an elaborate vegetarian state dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan during his diplomatic visit to India. The meticulously crafted menu featured regional Indian delicacies from Kashmir to South India, accompanied by a musical performance blending Russian and Indian compositions, highlighting the strong bilateral relations between the two nations.
Putin Pledges Uninterrupted Fuel Supply to India Amid US Tariff Pressures and Growing Bilateral Relations
Dec 06, 2025 02:30 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised continued uninterrupted fuel shipments to India during his first visit since the Ukraine conflict began, as New Delhi navigates complex diplomatic pressures from US tariffs. The Modi-Putin summit focused on enhancing energy security, defense cooperation, and bilateral trade, resulting in an economic cooperation program through 2030 despite India's recent reduction in Russian oil imports under international pressure.
Chinese Media Praises Putin's India Visit as "Clear Message" Amid Western Pressure and Changing US Strategy
Dec 05, 2025 03:58 pm CST
Chinese state media has highlighted Russian President Putin's diplomatic visit to India as a demonstration that neither country faces international isolation, despite Western pressure. The visit occurs as the US seeks to improve relations with India while simultaneously promoting Ukraine peace negotiations, revealing complex dynamics in global geopolitics and India's strategic balancing between major powers.
Putin Challenges US on Russian Fuel Sales: "If US Can Buy Our Fuel, Why Can't India?" During State Visit
Dec 05, 2025 10:50 am CST
During his state visit to India, Russian President Vladimir Putin questioned US pressure on India's Russian fuel purchases, highlighting American hypocrisy as the US continues to buy Russian nuclear fuel. The visit aims to strengthen Russia-India trade relations beyond energy and defense sectors, targeting $100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, despite US tariffs and sanctions pressure.
Russia Defence Minister Highlights Time-Tested Friendship and Strategic Partnership with India
Dec 04, 2025 11:12 pm CST
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov emphasizes the enduring strategic partnership between Russia and India during the 22nd Inter-Governmental Commission meeting on Military and Technical Cooperation. The minister highlighted mutual respect, shared traditions, and ongoing defense collaboration while congratulating India on Navy Day and noting the partnership's importance for regional stability in South Asia.
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.
Vladimir Putin's Prophetic 2002 NDTV Interview: Insights on Pakistan, Terrorism, and Global Relations
Dec 04, 2025 07:25 pm CST
In a historic 2002 interview with NDTV, Russian President Vladimir Putin shared remarkably prescient views about Pakistan harboring terrorists, weapons proliferation concerns, and the strategic importance of Russia-India-China relations. His comments on Osama bin Laden's Pakistan connection proved accurate years before the US raid in Abbottabad, while his measured response on Iraq's alleged WMDs highlighted Russia's diplomatic approach to complex international security challenges.