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Putin's 2021 India Visit: Examining Russia-India Strategic Partnership Ahead of 23rd Annual Summit
Dec 04, 2025 06:21 pm CST
An in-depth look at Russian President Vladimir Putin's 2021 visit to India and its significance as he returns for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. This article explores the evolving strategic partnership between the two nations amid changing global dynamics, focusing on defense cooperation, energy partnerships, and bilateral agreements that define this important diplomatic relationship.
Trump Calls PM Modi "A Great Man," Hints at Potential India Visit in 2025 Amid Trade Negotiations
Nov 07, 2025 10:41 am CST
President Trump praised Prime Minister Modi as "a great man" during a White House briefing, suggesting he may visit India next year despite recent trade tensions. This statement comes amid ongoing negotiations following US tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases, with both nations working to strengthen bilateral relations despite differences in energy policy.
Jaishankar-Rubio Talks in Malaysia: Navigating US-India Relations Amid Tariff Disputes and Energy Concerns
Oct 27, 2025 11:37 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur to address strained bilateral relations following significant US tariffs on Indian goods. The discussions focused on trade agreements and India's energy sourcing policies, with both nations seeking to navigate tensions around India's Russian oil purchases amid US sanctions on Russian exporters.
Trump Claims India Will Stop Russian Oil Purchases Despite Official Denial from Indian Government
Oct 18, 2025 09:46 am CST
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed that India is reducing Russian oil purchases following alleged assurances from PM Modi, while India's Ministry of External Affairs officially denies any such conversation occurred. This diplomatic contradiction emerges as India-US trade negotiation teams meet in Washington to discuss potential increased American energy imports worth $12-13 billion.
US Singer Mary Millben Confronts Rahul Gandhi Over PM Modi Criticism: "Return To Your I Hate India Tour"
Oct 17, 2025 04:49 pm CST
American singer Mary Millben has publicly criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his comments claiming Prime Minister Narendra Modi is afraid of US President Donald Trump. Millben defended PM Modi's diplomatic approach, asserting that he strategically protects India's interests just as Trump does for America. The dispute centers around Trump's recent claims about India's Russian oil purchases and highlights ongoing tensions in India-US relations.
India Officially Denies Trump's Claim of Modi's Promise to Stop Russian Oil Purchases
Oct 17, 2025 02:52 am CST
India's Ministry of External Affairs has firmly rejected US President Donald Trump's claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised to cease purchasing Russian oil during a recent phone call. The MEA clarified that no such conversation occurred between the leaders, while reaffirming India's energy policy is guided by consumer interests and national security, not external political pressures.
Trump Announces Planned Meeting with Putin in Budapest to Negotiate End to Ukraine War
Oct 17, 2025 01:46 am CST
President Donald Trump has announced plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest to discuss ending the Ukraine war, following a productive phone conversation. The announcement comes ahead of Trump's meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky, who seeks advanced Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine's defense. Trump indicates new confidence in achieving peace after successfully brokering the Gaza ceasefire, while weighing military aid and economic pressure options to bring Russia to the negotiating table.
India's Trade Negotiations with US: Jaishankar Emphasizes Respect for "Red Lines" Amid Tariff Tensions
Oct 06, 2025 12:57 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the ongoing India-US trade negotiations, stating that any agreement must respect India's "red lines" while acknowledging the importance of the US market. Amid strained relations due to tariff policies, including those related to Russian oil purchases, Jaishankar emphasized that negotiations continue to find common ground while maintaining that many aspects of the bilateral relationship remain unaffected by these tensions.
Trump Hosts Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif as US-Pakistan Relations Warm Amid India Tensions
Sep 26, 2025 09:10 am CST
President Trump met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the White House, signaling improving US-Pakistan relations while tensions with India grow over Russian oil purchases. The meeting follows a July trade agreement between the US and Pakistan and comes as Trump has imposed significant tariffs on India. This diplomatic shift occurs amid ongoing efforts to resolve conflicts in Gaza and ease tensions between the nuclear-armed South Asian rivals.
India, US Trade Talks On At Different Levels: Official
Sep 24, 2025 09:56 pm CST
India-US talks are happening at different levels covering both trade and non-trade issues, an official said.