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  Trump holds second call with Putin in 24 hours, a day after speaking to Zelenskyy

  World | December 29, 2025 23:53 IST

  Confirming the interaction, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “President Trump has concluded a positive call with President Putin concerning Ukraine," in a post on X.

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  Ukraine tried to attack Putin’s residence, says Russian foreign minister; Zelenskyy responds

  World | December 29, 2025 22:30 IST

  In a big claim, Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said that Ukraine attempted to target President Vladimir Putin’s residence in the Novgorod region.

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  Shehbaz Sharif, kept waiting for 40 minutes, gatecrashes Putin's closed-door meeting with Erdogan

  World | December 12, 2025 23:58 IST

  Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif was seen waiting with his Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and then was seen gate-crashing Putin's meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

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  Russia: Massive Fire Engulfs St Petersburg's Soviet-Era Market; 1 Dead, 2 Injured

  News | December 11, 2025 11:44 IST

  A major fire swept through St. Petersburg's Pravoberezhnny Market, killing one and injuring two. The blaze engulfed 1,500 sq m in the Nevsky district, prompting the evacuation of about 100 people. Firefighters contained the intense flames as authorities investigate the cause.

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  Trump questions Zelenskyy's legitimacy, he fires back: 'This is a question for Ukrainians'

  World | December 11, 2025 6:19 IST

  Trump’s remarks followed phone calls with the leaders of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, in which he said the issue of Ukraine was discussed "in pretty strong terms."

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  'Not all speak Hindi': Putin praises India's 'unity in diversity'

  World | December 10, 2025 10:41 IST

  The remarks come in the backdrop of Putin’s recent two-day visit to India, where he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and participated in discussions on global peace and diplomacy.

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  Russian painter Nikas Safronov's 'Dream Vision' exhibition in Delhi portrays cross-cultural design

  Lifestyle | December 08, 2025 18:48 IST

  Nikas Safronov calls this approach 'Dream Vision', a technique that blurs the line between reality and imagination, making viewers feel part of an artistic dream rather than mere observers.

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  After Putin, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy may visit India in January 2026: Report

  India | December 08, 2025 14:24 IST

  Last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Moscow in July to meet Putin, and the following month, he travelled to Ukraine.

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  MoU signed between Patanjali Yogpeeth and Russian govt to boost wellness, yoga and cultural ties

  India | December 06, 2025 17:33 IST

  The goal of the MoU focuses on supplying Russia with skilled labour and trained 'yogis' from India. Through the Prime Minister’s Skill Development Scheme, Patanjali has uniquely trained over two lakh individuals as a private partner.

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  India-Russia Business Forum | We won't have to wait for 2030 to achieve USD 100 bn trade target: PM

  Business | December 05, 2025 23:51 IST

  Speaking at the India-Russia Business Forum, PM Modi said that India is rapidly moving towards becoming the world's third-largest economy by following the principle of reform, perform, and transform.

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  India, Russia strengthen partnership to encourage Vocational Education, Training

  Education | December 05, 2025 15:32 IST

  PM Narendra Modi said, "We will work together on vocational education, skilling and training. We will also expand exchanges between students, scholars and sportspersons of both countries."

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  Russia bans Apple’s FaceTime and Snapchat calling, tightening internet control

  Technology | December 05, 2025 14:32 IST

  Apple's FaceTime audio and video calling features have been banned in Russia, marking a significant move against the company. This follows a previous partial ban imposed on Meta's messaging platform, WhatsApp.

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  Aaj Ki Baat : Modi-Putin meeting, what happened?

  Aaj Ki Baat | December 05, 2025 0:02 IST

  The entire world is watching the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Putin today. When Putin landed in Delhi, he received a warm welcome, a welcome befitting a friend.

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  Putin's RSD 369 Il-96-300 steals the spotlight during India visit: Key facts about Presidential jet

  India | December 04, 2025 23:54 IST

  The RSD 369 is a key aircraft within an elite special flight squadron dedicated to transporting Russia’s highest officials, including President Putin. This squadron prioritises a blend of comfort, security, and advanced communication systems.

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  PM Modi likely to receive Russian President Vladimir Putin at airport: Sources

  India | December 04, 2025 16:20 IST

  Putin is arriving in New Delhi on Thursday for a nearly 28-hour visit during which he will hold the 23rd India-Russia summit with Prime Minister Modi.

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  Centre dubunks report claiming India, Russia sealed $2 billion nuclear submarine deal

  India | December 04, 2025 20:53 IST

  The Indian government has rejected claims that it has signed a new submarine deal with Russia, stating that the report misrepresents an existing 2019 lease agreement. The nuclear-powered submarine under discussion is already part of the older contract, whose delivery has slipped to 2028.

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  Who is Abhay Kumar Singh? The Bihar-born Russian MLA batting for stronger Delhi-Moscow ties

  World | December 04, 2025 12:52 IST

  Abhay Kumar Singh is a member of Putin-led United Russia Party (URP) and is currently a 'deputat' [a post very similar to that of a Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) in India] from Kursk in west Russia. He has been elected from Kursk twice - 2017 and 2022.

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  Russian President Vladimir Putin in India: Key pacts that may be signed during the visit

  India | December 03, 2025 20:26 IST

  Russian President Vladimir Putin's two day visit to New Delhi is expected to deliver a series of key agreements across trade, defence, energy and labour mobility. India and Russia will review their long standing strategic partnership and outline new areas of cooperation.

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  Why is Putin's visit to India significant? A look back at India-Russia bonhomie over the years

  Explainers | December 03, 2025 14:46 IST

  Russian President Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to India, his first since the Ukraine war marks a crucial moment in the long, trust-based relationship between New Delhi and Moscow. Despite Western pressure, sanctions and global tensions, India and Russia continue to rely on each other in key areas

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  Russia-India agree to exchange troops, warships for military drills in defence pact: Key features

  India | December 03, 2025 12:58 IST

  Russia’s lower house of parliament, approved the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (reLOS) agreement, just days before Putin’s state visit to New Delhi on December 4–5.