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Putin India Visit LIVE: Cooperation expanding as economies grow, says Putin during talks with Modi
Russiam President Putin thanked Modi for India’s consistent engagement on the issue, saying he appreciated the opportunity to discuss developments on the “Ukrainian track” and efforts toward a possible peaceful resolution, including cooperation with other global partners.
Highlighting growing bilateral ties, Putin said both nations are expanding collaboration across high technology, aviation, space, and artificial intelligence. “We have a very trusting relationship in military-technical cooperation and intend to move forward in all these areas,” he added.
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Putin India Visit LIVE: Former envoy calls it ‘timely’, says India seen as well-wisher by both Russia, Ukraine
Former Indian Ambassador to Ukraine Vidya Bhushan Soni said President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India comes at a crucial moment, with global developments that directly affect India’s security. He said both nations must reassess their relationship and explore ways to restore ties to earlier levels.
Soni added that both Russia and Ukraine view India as a well-wisher, and the visit gives Prime Minister Narendra Modi a key opportunity to understand Moscow’s latest stance on major issues, especially the Ukraine conflict. He also noted there is growing pressure from Europe for India to play a moderating role in the crisis.
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Putin India Visit LIVE: PM Modi calls India-Russia ties a model of visionary leadership during bilateral meet
During the bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, PM Modi said, “I believe the role we played in 2001 is a perfect example of how a visionary leader thinks — from where they begin to how far they can take relationships. India–Russia relations are the finest example of this.”12:30 PM
Putin India Visit LIVE: PM Modi, Russian President to begin bilateral meeting shortly
During their bilateral talks at Hyderabad House, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin that he hopes Russia and Ukraine will soon find a path to peace. “India is not neutral but stands firmly on the side of peace,” Modi said during the high-level discussions on Putin’s visit to India.11:59 AM
Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian President signs the visitor’s book at Rajghat
After laying a wreath and paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the visitor’s book at Rajghat. The gesture marked a solemn moment during his state visit to India.
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Putin India Visit LIVE: Preparations at Rajghat as Russian Prez set to pay his tributes to Mahatma Gandhi
Preparations are underway at Rajghat as Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to lay a wreath and pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi during his two-day state visit to India.
