Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:17pm on 04 Dec 2025,Thursday India Global
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India for a crucial two-day state visit, his first since the Ukraine war began in February 2022. Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke protocol by personally receiving Putin at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, surprising Russian officials with this rare gesture. The leaders exchanged warm greetings before sharing a car to Modi's residence for a private dinner. Putin's agenda includes the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan, delegation-level talks, and discussions on defense, trade, economy, science, and technology cooperation. The visit comes amid US pressure on India regarding Russian oil purchases, with potential deals on fighter jets and defense systems expected.
