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December 5, 2025 8:55 PM

India, Russia deepen people-to-people ties with labour pact, free 30-day e-tourist visas

India and Russia on Friday signed agreements to enhance skilled worker mobility and ease travel between the two countries, according to a joint statement issued after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin. The agreements are part of the broader efforts to strengthen cultural, educational, and people-to-people ties under the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. The labour mobility agreement facilitates temporary employment for citizens of o...

August 11, 2025 8:18 PM

PM Modi holds phone call with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy, emphasizes early peaceful resolution

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a telephonic conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, reaffirming India’s steadfast commitment to the peaceful settlement of the ongoing Ukraine conflict. The two leaders also discussed strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation in areas of mutual interest. According to a release from the Prime Minister’s Office, PM Modi expressed appreciation to President Zelenskyy and reiterated India’s consistent position supporting effort...

August 8, 2025 7:35 PM

Look forward to hosting President Putin in India later this year: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin and extended an invitation to visit India later this year for the 23rd Annual Bilateral Summit. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Had a very good and detailed conversation with my friend President Putin. I thanked him for sharing the latest developments on Ukraine. We also reviewed the progress in our bilateral agenda, and reaffirmed our commitment to further deepen the India-Rus...

September 16, 2024 6:01 PM

India-Russia summit sets new strategic priorities

Following the 22nd Annual Bilateral Summit between Russia and India on Tuesday, in Moscow, President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the Russia-India Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. The two sides outlined nine key areas for future cooperation, aiming to enhance bilateral trade and economic relations. Key Areas of Cooperation 1. Trade Liberalization: Efforts to eliminate non-tariff trade barriers and explore the establishmen...