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 Russian President Vladimir Putin paid a solemn tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat on Friday, marking an important ceremonial moment during his state visit to India. The visit to the memorial, built at the site of Gandhi’s cremation in 1948, followed a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan and set the tone for a series of high-level engagements between India and Russia. The tribute symbolised not only diplomatic respect but also the historical and philosophical ties that continue to shape relations between the two nations. Putin observed a moment of silence alongside Indian officials and later signed the visitors’ book, where he described Mahatma Gandhi as a founder of modern India and a global philosopher whose ideas on peace, freedom, and justice continue to shape international dialogue. His message emphasised Gandhi’s relevance in the modern world, noting that the principles he championed remain vital in shaping a just global order. A Diplomatic Gesture Rooted in History ...

The 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit marks another significant milestone in the long-standing diplomatic and strategic partnership between the two nations. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the Indian delegation and President Vladimir Putin representing Russia, the summit placed strong emphasis on a multi-dimensional cooperation agenda, spanning defence, energy, nuclear collaboration, space technology, and economic expansion. The meeting comes at a time when global geopolitical shifts continue to reshape strategic alignments, making India–Russia engagement crucial for regional and global stability. Bilateral Trade Reaches $68.7 Billion, Target Set at $100 Billion by 2030 One of the central highlights of the summit was the robust performance of bilateral trade. Last year, India–Russia trade volumes touched $68.7 billion, driven primarily by energy imports—particularly crude oil, where Russia has emerged as India’s leading supplier. The leaders reiterated their shared amb...

  India is set to welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin for a two-day visit on December 4–5 for the 23rd annual India–Russia Summit, at a time when U.S.–India ties are facing fresh turbulence due to punitive American tariffs. Despite diplomatic friction with Washington over New Delhi’s continued energy purchases from Moscow, India’s decision to proceed with the high-profile summit underscores its commitment to maintaining strategic autonomy and preserving long-standing relations with Russia. The visit, originally scheduled well before the U.S. tariff escalation, now carries stronger geopolitical weight. Analysts note that India is signaling its determination to safeguard its independent foreign policy choices while balancing complex relationships with major global powers. Strategic Motivation: India’s Pursuit of Policy Independence According to global political analysts, India’s stance reflects a broader strategic calculation. As the U.S. tightens economic pressure and China ...