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New Delhi, India: Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded his two-day visit to India, reaffirming the deep-rooted ties between Moscow and Delhi. Echoing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s slogan “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”, Putin conveyed his own vision of partnership with the words “Together we walk, together we grow”, highlighting the spirit of long-standing cooperation between the two nations. Speaking at a state banquet at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Putin said: “I know in India, you say ‘Together we walk, together we grow.’ These words perfectly reflect the spirit, character, and traditions of Russian-Indian relations. We will make every effort to ensure that our strategic partnership continues to strengthen and develop for the benefit of our peoples.” Acknowledging India’s Hospitali...

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-level bilateral summit at Hyderabad House on Friday, marking the beginning of the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit. The two leaders discussed an extensive agenda ranging from defence cooperation and energy security to trade, technology, education and health. Multiple agreements covering economic partnership, cultural exchange and academic collaboration were formally signed. After the summit, PM Modi announced that India and Russia have finalised a new programme of economic cooperation extending to 2030, aimed at deepening bilateral ties across critical sectors. “India–Russia friendship is like the Pole Star”: PM Modi Welcoming President Putin, PM Modi said he was delighted to host him at a time...

New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has taken a firm stance against the growing trend of filing criminal charges and framing accusations in cases where prima facie evidence is weak or non-existent. The court emphasized that such practices unnecessarily burden the judicial system and urged police and lower courts to act as preliminary filters, ensuring that only cases with strong grounds proceed to trial. The Case from KolkataA bench comprising Justice N.K. Singh and Justice Manmohan quashed a criminal case arising from a civil property dispute in Kolkata. The court noted that the police and lower courts failed to recognize that the matter was primarily a civil dispute and that the complainant had refused to provide any judicial statement. There was no substantial evidence to justify p...

New Delhi: Congress leader and former party president Rahul Gandhi has broken his silence on the ongoing crisis at Indigo Airlines, India’s largest carrier, which has seen hundreds of domestic and international flights canceled over the past few days. Reacting to the disruption on social media platform X, Gandhi sharply criticized the central government, alleging that Indigo’s operational failures are a direct result of the government’s “monopoly model.” Over 550 flights were canceled in the past few days, causing major inconvenience to thousands of passengers due to delays and abrupt cancellations. Gandhi’s Statement on the CrisisIn his post, Rahul Gandhi wrote:"Indigo’s failure is the outcome of this government’s monopoly model. Once again, the cost is borne by ordinary Indians in ...

New Delhi: Indian security agencies are on high alert as over 100 terrorists are reportedly positioned across 69 active launch pads on the Pakistan side of the Line of Control (LoC), awaiting opportunities to infiltrate into Jammu and Kashmir. The threat has escalated in recent months, with increased drone surveillance and foot movements observed by Indian forces. Terrorists are now attempting to use new infiltration routes, but Indian security mechanisms have been strengthened to counter such moves, including the enhancement of the Counter-Infiltration Grid. Why Infiltration Attempts Are RisingAccording to IG Ashok Yadav of the BSF Kashmir Frontier, infiltration attempts typically increase as winter approaches and snow begins to block traditional routes. “Continuous movement has been d...

New Delhi: On the second day of his two-day visit to India, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Rajghat on Friday to pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation. At Rajghat, Putin signed the visitors’ book and wrote in Russian, praising Gandhi as a great humanitarian who played a pivotal role in the construction of modern India and whose contributions to global peace remain invaluable. Gandhi’s Principles Still Relevant TodayIn his note, Putin highlighted the enduring significance of Gandhi’s principles of freedom, truth, non-violence, and humanity. He wrote that Gandhi envisioned a world where justice, equality, and mutual respect guide international relations. Far from seeking dominance for any single nation, Gandhi advocated for a multilateral and balanced world order...

New Delhi: The recent depreciation of the Indian rupee against the US dollar has sparked concerns across households and boardrooms alike. But does a weaker rupee truly signal a crisis for the Indian economy? Experts say, not necessarily. If your expenses involve dollars, such as sending a child abroad for higher education, the weakening rupee can increase costs. A budget that seemed sufficient last year may now feel constrained because converting rupees to dollars will be more expensive. Why the Rupee Falls Isn’t Always BadFor a growing economy like India, slight fluctuations in the currency are normal. India’s economy is expanding, consumption is rising, and imports still exceed exports, creating natural pressure on the rupee. In fact, a weaker rupee can benefit Indian exporters by ...

New Delhi: The ongoing IndiGo flight cancellation crisis is causing widespread disruption across India, affecting passengers from Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Srinagar, and other major airports. Over the past two days, more than 500 flights have been canceled, leaving both travelers and lawmakers frustrated. The issue reached the Rajya Sabha on Friday, where Congress MP Manish Tiwari raised concerns during Zero Hour. He highlighted that the cancellations are not only inconveniencing common citizens but also impacting parliamentarians’ travel plans. Many MPs had booked flights to return home over the weekend or to come back on Monday, but cancellations have disrupted these schedules. MPs’ Travel Plans DisruptedTiwari pointed out that the crisis reflects the risks of a single airline’s...

New Delhi: India and Russia on Thursday signed agreements to facilitate migration and easier mobility between the two nations. Additional pacts were inked to strengthen cooperation in healthcare and food security, as well as in port and shipping sectors. The agreements were signed following high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin. During a joint press briefing after the summit, Prime Minister Modi outlined several key aspects of the India–Russia partnership: Shipbuilding and Regional Connectivity: Modi described deep cooperation in shipbuilding as a vital element of the Make in India initiative, highlighting its potential to create jobs, enhance skills, and boost regional connectivity. Economic Collaboration: Both nations signed ...

New Delhi: As Russian President Vladimir Putin continues his high-profile visit to India, New Delhi and Moscow on Thursday reaffirmed their deep strategic and defence partnership. Both sides agreed to expand cooperation on advanced military technologies and accelerate joint defence production—sending a clear signal that Russia will continue to be India’s most dependable defence partner in the foreseeable future. The move underscores a mutual commitment to strengthen weapons development, joint platforms, and long-term industrial collaboration despite persistent pressure from the U.S. and the European Union. A Relationship Built on Trust and Mutual Respect Ahead of the Modi–Putin summit, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov emphasized that the ...