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Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin (born October 7, 1952) is a Russian politician and former intelligence officer who has served as the President of Russia since 2012, after previously holding the office
...Read more- Putin visit set to boost Indian exports and jobs: Pharma, auto, agri products likely to top agenda
The meetings are expected to focus on trade diversification, market access, and new agreements across shipping, healthcare, fertilisers, and connectivity.
- Putin in India: New Delhi eyes Russian defence ties as well as US trade deal. Can it have both?
Putin's visit comes at a moment when the balancing act is harder than ever, especially as India recalibrates energy imports and negotiates high-stakes defence agreements.
- ‘Modi not one to give in to pressure’: Putin hails PM's leadership ahead of India visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin said the world has witnessed India’s firm international stance and that the country can be proud of its leadership.
- Vladimir Putin calls Ukraine peace talks with US envoys 'necessary' but 'difficult'
Vladimir Putin described five-hour talks with US envoys as necessary but difficult, rejecting some proposals, as Donald Trump pushes fresh negotiations with Ukraine amid efforts to end the war globally.
- Trump faces stalled Russia-Ukraine talks as deadlines slip and Moscow hardens its stance
The US president’s self-imposed Thanksgiving deadline for a peace deal has passed without progress, leaving Washington weighing how much pressure to apply on Kyiv — and how to read Vladimir Putin’s unchanged territorial demands.
- Putin India Visit: PM Modi receives President Putin, says 'Delighted to welcome my friend'
Vladimir Putin in India live updates: The visit holds strategic significance, coming just months after the United States imposed 50% tariffs on Indian imports.
- ‘Pressure is the only language’: How EU wants to tap frozen Russian funds for Ukraine and why Belgium is pushing back
Von der Leyen said the EU’s contribution would be part of a broader international effort. She explained that the goal is to help Ukraine defend itself and negotiate peace from a position of strength.
- Russian lender Sber launches rupee-denominated letter of credit for Indian suppliers
Sber's new tool will assist medium and large businesses in purchasing from both new and current Indian partners
- Poop suitcase, food testing lab and body doubles: How Putin's guards shield him during foreign visits | Explained
Putin travels under strict secrecy protocols designed to shield personal information. Reports say he occasionally uses body doubles at public events or in situations where security risks are high.
- Snipers, drones and AI: Inside the five-layered security shield for Putin in India and what he will discuss with PM Modi
Putin will be in India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 4 and 5, and both countries are treating his safety as a priority.
- ICC warrant on Putin: Why India is not legally bound to detain him during his visit | Explained
Vladimir Putin’s arrival in India has brought back a key question: does New Delhi have any legal obligation to arrest the Russian president while he is on Indian soil?
- Russia to sign MoU to deepen civil nuclear cooperation with India
Russia's Rosatom nuclear corporation, which is building several reactors at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, has been authorised to sign the MoU with the relevant Indian authorities
- Putin’s India visit tests New Delhi’s US–Russia balancing act
The Russian leader is eager to show that Moscow still has strong relationships that matter beyond the West – and large markets it can trade with
- Russian President Vladimir Putin's India visit aims to secure energy, defence supplies, trade flows: GTRI
Putin will land in New Delhi on December 4 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit.
- From S-400 to S-500: Why India wants a more advanced air defence shield from Russia after Operation Sindoor success
As the security environment becomes more complex, with newer and faster threats emerging from both Pakistan and China, India is now evaluating whether the S-500 can offer the next layer of protection.
- What Vladimir Putin likes to eat: Inside the Russian President’s food preferences ahead of his India visit
As Putin arrives in India for an important diplomatic visit, most attention will be on the discussions and agreements that shape global politics. Yet his food habits offer a small window into his daily life.
- S-400 deliveries, Su-57 fighter jets, crude oil flows: What to expect as Putin meets PM Modi in India this week | Explained
India and Russia will use the summit to review their long-standing partnership and to discuss defence cooperation, energy trade and future strategic alignment.
- Russia's Putin seeks to boost energy, defence exports with India visit
Russia has supplied arms to India for decades, with New Delhi emerging as its top buyer of seaborne oil despite Western sanctions after Moscow launched its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
- Europeans rally round Ukraine as Trump envoy heads to Moscow
Witkoff left the talks to travel to Moscow where he will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday.
- Putin’s India visit on Dec 4-5: What to expect on S-400 deliveries, oil trade and geopolitical alignment | Explained
With defence, energy, and strategic cooperation at the center of the agenda, the summit is expected to influence the next phase of India–Russia relations at a time of considerable global flux.
