Putin’s grand India welcome, Modi rolls out red carpet | Watch handshake, hug & rare protocol break #Russian President #VladimirPutin began his nearly 27-hour visit to India on Thursday night, marking a major moment in the nearly 8-decade-old India–#Russia partnership amid rising #global tensions. Prime Minister #NarendraModi personally received Putin at #NewDelhi’s #Palam #Airport with a hug after a four-year gap, a rare diplomatic gesture that underscored the warmth of ties. | The Times of Ind

After S-400 gamechanger, Putin & Modi set for S-500 monster missile pact | Full detail India is preparing for major defence talks with #Russia as #NewDelhi eyes expanded S-400 capabilities. #Putin’s upcoming visit is expected to center on boosting air-defence cooperation and new #missile deals. Officials say India may push for additional S-400 units and explore the next-gen S-500 Prometheus. The discussions come after India’s successful battlefield use of the S-400 during recent operations. | Th