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Will India procure S-500 after success of S-400? Key differences between two air defence systems
Explainers | May 14, 2025 13:20 ISTIn light of the success of the S-400, Russia has offered joint production of the S-500 missile system to India. As per reports, the S-500 is set to be an even more powerful system, surpassing the capabilities of the S-400.
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Ukrainian President hopes for 'ceasefire' with Russia as Zelenskyy to negotiate with Putin on May 15
World | May 12, 2025 7:49 ISTRussia-Ukraine conflict: After meeting in Kyiv on Saturday (May 10), Ukraine's major European allies gave Russia an ultimatum: agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine by Monday or face massive new sanctions.
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Putin proposes direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15 amid Europe's pressure for ceasefire
World | May 11, 2025 6:03 ISTRussian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, "without preconditions," to revive stalled peace negotiations. The proposal comes amid mounting pressure from major European powers, which have called for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine.
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Russia Victory Day: Moscow displays military might, marks 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat
World | May 09, 2025 16:57 ISTThe parade featured over 11,500 troops and more than 180 military vehicles, including tanks, armoured infantry vehicles and artillery used on the battlefield in Ukraine.
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Xi meets Putin in Moscow, vows to tackle international 'bullying' with Russia
World | May 09, 2025 2:58 ISTChinese President Xi Jinping met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, pledging joint resistance against global "unilateralism and hegemonic bullying." The leaders reaffirmed their deepening strategic partnership amid growing tensions with the West.
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Russian missile and drone strike hits Kyiv ahead of planned ceasefire; two killed, eight injured
World | May 07, 2025 14:09 ISTThe attack came before Russia's planned unilateral 72-hour ceasefire in the more than three-year war to coincide with celebrations in Moscow marking Victory Day in World War II. As per reports, the US has proposed a 30-day ceasefire, which Ukraine has accepted.
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Russia briefly closes all airports in Moscow after Ukraine launches drone attack amid ongoing war
World | May 06, 2025 11:09 ISTMoscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed on social media that at least 19 Ukrainian drones were intercepted and destroyed before they could enter the city, with attacks coming "from different directions."
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Pakistan pleads with Russia, seeks help to ease tensions with India after Pahalgam terror attack
World | May 05, 2025 23:52 ISTTies between India and Pakistan plummeted following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people on April 22, in the deadliest attack in the Valley since the Pulwama strike in 2019. PM Modi has vowed to punish the terrorists involved in the attack and their backers.
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Rajnath Singh likely to skip Russia's victory day parade amid India-Pakistan tensions, say sources
India | May 03, 2025 23:46 ISTDefence Minister Rajnath Singh is likely to skip Russia's Victory Day parade amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, with Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth set to represent India.
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Russia calls for settlements of disagreement between India and Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack
World | May 03, 2025 23:34 ISTPahalgam terror attack: India imposed a ban on the import of goods originating from or passing through Pakistan, halted the exchange of mail and parcels, and prohibited the entry of Pakistani ships at Indian ports in fresh punitive measures against Islamabad in view of the cross border linkages.
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600 North Korean soldiers dead while fighting alongside Russian forces in war against Ukraine: Seoul
World | April 30, 2025 23:25 ISTRussian President Vladimir Putin issued a statement thanking North Korea and promising not to forget the sacrifices of North Korean soldiers.
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PM Modi to skip Russia visit, Rajnath Singh to represent India at Victory Day celebrations on May 9
World | April 30, 2025 16:31 ISTPM Modi was scheduled to attend the Victory Day celebrations, which mark the 80th anniversary of Soviet Russia's victory over Germany in World War II.
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Russia announces temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to mark WWII Victory Day
World | April 28, 2025 23:37 ISTPutin had earlier declared a unilateral 30-hour ceasefire for Easter, with Ukraine expressing willingness to reciprocate any genuine truce. However, Ukraine claimed that Russian assaults persisted, while Moscow accused Ukraine of not ceasing its own attacks.
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Russia launches nearly 150 drones against Ukraine as Trump questions Putin's intentions for peace
World | April 28, 2025 8:35 ISTThe attacks came hours after Russia claimed to have regained control over the remaining parts of the Kursk region that Ukrainian forces seized in a surprise incursion in August 2024. Meanwhile, Trump has voiced fresh doubts about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s desire to end the war.
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'Vladimir, STOP!': Donald Trump criticises Russian government after deadly attack on Kyiv
World | April 25, 2025 15:40 ISTIn a post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump said he was not happy with Russia's strikes on Ukraine.
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Zelenskyy accuses Russia of creating false 'impression of ceasefire' as attacks continue
World | April 20, 2025 22:46 ISTThe Ukrainian president further criticised Russia for its continued use of heavy weaponry, noting that despite the ceasefire, attacks had intensified.
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Putin announces Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, urges Kyiv to follow suit
World | April 19, 2025 23:50 ISTPutin announces a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, urging Kyiv to reciprocate, while fighting continues in key regions.
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Russian Teen Activist Faces 3 Year Prison Sentence For Speaking Out Against Ukraine Conflict
News | April 19, 2025 17:03 ISTRussia: A 19-year-old activist has been sentenced to nearly 3 years in prison for speaking out against the war in Ukraine. The activist was reportedly convicted under laws that criminalise 'Discrediting' the Russian Military, a charge increasingly used to silence dissent since the conflict began.
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Russia's top court lifts Taliban's designation as 'terrorist organisation' after two decades
World | April 17, 2025 23:18 ISTThe move was a diplomatic victory for the Taliban, who were put on Russia's list of terrorist organisations in 2003, making any contact with them punishable under Russian law.
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Russian missile strikes warehouse of Indian pharma firm in Ukraine: Kyiv's mission in Delhi
World | April 12, 2025 23:38 ISTThe destroyed warehouse is of the pharmaceutical company Kusum, one of the largest pharma companies in Ukraine.
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