Putin India Visit HIGHLIGHTS: India, Russia sign Vision 2030 document to boost economic ties

Putin India Visit HIGHLIGHTS: Get all the information on Vladimir Putin's India visit, from his arrival and dinner with PM Modi to key talks on trade, defence, economy and global security

3:05 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian prez highlights priority cooperation in security, economy, trade, and culture

Russian President Vladimir Putin said, “We resolved to prioritise our cooperation in areas of security, economy, trade, and cultural spheres.” After talks with PM Modi, he added, “We discussed all issues relating to India-Russia relations.”

3:00 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: India-Russia trade hit record growth, to remain strong this year, says Russian Prez

At a joint press conference with PM Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin said, “Last year, our bilateral trade turnover grew by 12 per cent, setting a new record. We currently forecast that this year’s trade will remain at the same impressive level.”

2:59 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian President thanks India for warm welcome, praises PM Modi

At a joint press conference with PM Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin said, “I thank President Droupadi Murmu, my dear friend PM Modi, and the people of India for the warm and hospitable welcome to the Russian delegation. My discussions with PM Modi over dinner were very productive for our Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership."

"We have established a close working dialogue, met during the SCO Summit, and are personally overseeing the Russia–India dialogue,” he added.

2:56 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: PM Modi announces new e-tourist and group visa facilities for Russian visitors

PM Narendra Modi said, “This October, millions of devotees received the blessings of Lord Buddha's sacred relics at the International Buddhist Forum in Kalmykia. I am pleased to announce that we will soon launch a free 30-day e-tourist visa and a 30-day Group Tourist Visa for Russian citizens, further strengthening people-to-people ties.”

2:54 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: PM Modi stresses India’s commitment to Ukraine peace, highlights India-Russia ties

PM Narendra Modi said, “We welcome all efforts being made for a peaceful and lasting resolution of the Ukraine conflict.” After talks with President Vladimir Putin, he added, “India has advocated for peace on the Ukraine issue from the very beginning.”

 

Highlighting strategic collaboration, Modi also noted, “Cooperation between India and Russia in critical minerals is crucial for ensuring secure and diversified supply chains across the world.”

2:53 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: We look at better partnership in field of energy security, says Russian Prez

2:50 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: India and Russia ink Vision 2030 document to strengthen economic ties, push FTA

At a joint press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin, PM Narendra Modi said, “To enhance economic cooperation, we have signed a Vision 2030 document. Today, we will also participate in the India–Russia Business Forum, which I am confident will strengthen business relations and open new avenues for co-production and co-innovation. Both countries are taking steps toward a free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union.”

2:43 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Cooperation in shipbuilding will create jobs, says PM Modi

2:42 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: PM Modi lauds Putin’s leadership, calls India-Russia ties ‘deep friendship’

2:41 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: India, Russia ink MoU for cooperation in port and shipping sector

India, Russia ink MoU for cooperation in port and shipping sector following talks between PM Modi and President Putin.

2:34 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Various MoUs signed between Russia and India on science and food safety

2:33 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Cooperation between India, Russia in field of healthcare, medical education

2:19 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: India offers unmatched returns, says Invest India MD & CEO

2:03 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Does Putin's ICC arrest warrant hold no legal obligation for India?

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India amid global attention over the ICC arrest warrant issued against him for alleged deportation of Ukrainian children. Despite the warrant, India is not legally obliged to detain him, as it is not a party to the Rome Statute that governs the International Criminal Court. To understand why India is not required to act on the ICC warrant- Click here.

1:29 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian Prez hails Modi’s role in advancing India–Russia ties, eyes new tech frontiers

1:17 PM

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.

1:03 PM

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.

12:51 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian President thanks PM Modi for Ukraine peace efforts during bilateral talks

12:48 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: India is not neutral, stands firmly for peace, PM Modi tells Russian President

Referring to the Ukraine conflict during his bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, PM Modi said India’s stance is clear and rooted in peace. “Whenever I have spoken with global leaders on this issue, I have emphasised that India is not neutral. Our position is for peace, and we support every effort that moves the world closer to it,” he said.

12:40 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: PM Modi praises Russian President's 'visionary leadership'

12:37 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: India seeks global peace, PM Modi tells Putin, praises trust in bilateral ties

During the bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, PM Modi said, “Since the Ukraine crisis began, we have been in constant discussion. You, as a true friend, have kept us informed at every step. I believe trust is a great strength, and I have raised this matter multiple times globally."
"The welfare of nations lies in the path of peace, and together we can lead the world towards it. I am confident that the efforts in recent days will help restore global peace,” he added.

12:35 PM

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.

12:10 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: PM Modi welcomes Russian President at Hyderabad House ahead of bilateral meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin at Hyderabad House, ahead of their bilateral meeting set to begin shortly.

12:05 PM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Hyderabad House ready for PM Modi-Russian President's bilateral meeting

Hyderabad House has been fully prepared to host the bilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his ongoing two-day state 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.

11:55 AM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian President pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi

Russian President Putin honoured the Father of the Nation by laying a wreath and observing a moment of silence during his state visit to India.

11:48 AM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian President reaches Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi

11:42 AM

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.

11:37 AM

Putin India Visit LIVE: Russian President leaves Rashtrapati Bhavan after ceremonial welcome

Russian President Vladimir Putin left Rashtrapati Bhavan after receiving a ceremonial welcome. He will soon visit Rajghat to lay a wreath and pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.