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12 Aug

Putin Accuses West of Maritime Piracy, Threatens Retaliatory Seizures of Foreign Commercial Vessels

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsEuropean sanctions, maritime law, Russian Navy, shadow fleet, ship seizures, Vladimir Putin

Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning of potential military and naval retaliation against Western states for intercepting Russian-linked merchant ships, characterising the enforcement actions as state-sponsored piracy. Speaking during an inspection aboard a naval warship participating in Pacific drills, Putin declared that Western interdictions breach international maritime laws and frameworks. He asserted that Moscow retains the right to execute symmetrical responses across any maritime zone it deems appropriate, emphasising that retaliatory measures will not be confined geographically to areas where Russian vessels have been detained. During the high-level naval briefing, Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral…

14 Jul

PM Narendra Modi’s Influence Dissuaded Vladimir Putin from Tactical Nuclear Threat, Says Polish Deputy Foreign Minister

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World Newsdefence cooperation, India Poland, Narendra Modi, nuclear weapons, Ukraine war, Vladimir Putin

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi played a pivotal role in dissuading Russian President Vladimir Putin from deploying tactical nuclear weapons during a critical juncture of the Ukraine conflict in late 2022, according to Poland's Deputy Foreign Minister Władysław Teofil Bartoszewski. Speaking at a joint press briefing following the India-Poland Joint Economic Commission meeting in New Delhi on Monday, Bartoszewski described the Indian leader as one of the very few global statesmen capable of exerting meaningful diplomatic pressure on the Russian President. He highlighted that New Delhi possesses unique leverage in international efforts to resolve the European conflict…

05 Jun

Putin Reaffirms Strong India-Russia Partnership, Dismisses Impact of External Pressure on New Delhi

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Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): Russian President Vladimir Putin has underscored the resilience of India-Russia relations, stating that New Delhi continues to pursue an independent foreign policy guided by its national interests despite pressure from various quarters. Speaking during a meeting with international media representatives, Putin praised India's economic trajectory and leadership, describing the country as one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world. He noted that the progress achieved by India reflects sustained policy efforts and long-term planning. The Russian leader said Moscow values its partnership with India and remains committed to expanding cooperation in key sectors, including trade, energy,…

05 May

Tensions and Truces: A Fragile Quiet Settles Over Russia and Ukraine for Victory Day

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsCeasefire, Kyiv security, Moscow parade, Russia-Ukraine war, Victory Day, Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): A cautious and complicated silence has begun to descend across the frontlines of Eastern Europe as both Russia and Ukraine have declared individual ceasefires ahead of the 81st anniversary of Victory Day. Moscow kicked off the diplomatic maneuvering by announcing a pause in hostilities for this coming Friday and Saturday to commemorate the 1945 defeat of Nazi Germany. However, the Kremlin’s gesture arrived with a sharp edge; the Russian Ministry of Defence issued a stern ultimatum, warning that any perceived disruption of the holiday ceremonies would be met with a massive missile barrage targeting the heart of…

01 Mar

“Cynical Murder”: Vladimir Putin Condemns Killing of Ayatollah Khamenei as Breach of International Law

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAyatollah Khamenei, Condolences, International Law, Iran, Russia, Strategic Partnership, Vladimir Putin

Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday, March 1, 2026, issued a scathing condemnation of the targeted killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, describing the act as a "cynical murder" that violates the fundamental norms of human morality and international law. In a formal condolence note addressed to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and released by the Kremlin, Putin expressed his deep personal grief over the loss of the 86-year-old leader, who was killed alongside members of his family during a massive joint military operation by the United States and Israel on Saturday. The Russian leader lauded…

30 Dec

Putin Sends New Year and Christmas Greetings to PM Modi, President Murmu and Select World Leaders

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDroupadi Murmu, Kremlin, Narendra Modi, New Year greetings, Vladimir Putin

Moscow (Russia): Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended New Year and Christmas greetings to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with a select group of global leaders, the Kremlin said on Tuesday. In a statement issued from Moscow, the Kremlin said the greetings were conveyed on the occasion of Christmas and the upcoming New Year 2026. Putin also sent similar wishes to United States President Donald Trump, Chinese leaders and heads of state from countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States. However, the Russian President did not extend greetings to most major European leaders, many of…

05 Dec

India, Russia Seal 5-Year Economic Roadmap as Modi Urges Peaceful End to Ukraine War

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld News2030 economic programme, India-Russia relations, Narendra Modi, Vladimir Putin

New Delhi, December 5, 2025: India and Russia on Friday finalised a five-year roadmap aimed at strengthening trade and economic ties, even as both nations navigate the impact of US-led sanctions and tariff measures targeting Moscow. During their summit in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin underscored their intent to inject new energy into a partnership that has endured for more than eight decades.The two leaders adopted the India–Russia Economic Cooperation Programme 2030, designed to make bilateral trade more diverse, balanced and resilient. They also oversaw the signing of agreements covering health, mobility and migration, food…

05 Dec

India Announces Free 30-Day Visa for Russians as Modi and Putin Deepen Strategic Partnership

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News30-day visa, e-tourist visa, India-Russia ties, Narendra Modi, Vladimir Putin

New Delhi, December 5, 2025: India has moved to further strengthen its partnership with Russia by introducing a free 30-day e-tourist visa along with a 30-day group tourist visa for Russian nationals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the decision during a joint press briefing with Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling it an important initiative to enhance people-to-people ties and promote deeper cultural exchange.PM Modi said the visa reforms will make travel easier for Russian visitors and give new momentum to bilateral engagement. He highlighted that cooperation between the two nations is now expanding into advanced and specialised sectors, particularly maritime…

29 Oct

Putin Confirms Successful Test of Nuclear-Powered Poseidon Super Torpedo

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsPoseidon Torpedo, Russia Nuclear Test, Sarmat Missile, Vladimir Putin

Moscow, October 29, 2025: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday announced that Russia had successfully conducted a test of its nuclear-powered Poseidon super torpedo, calling it a major technological and strategic achievement.Speaking during a visit to a Moscow hospital to meet soldiers wounded in the Ukraine war, Putin said the test was carried out on Tuesday. “For the first time, we managed not only to launch it with a launch engine from a carrier submarine but also to activate the nuclear power unit, which operated for a certain amount of time,” he said. “There is nothing like this.”Hailing the test…

22 Oct

Putin Oversees Massive Nuclear Drill as Ukraine War Drags On

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld Newsnuclear drills, Russia nuclear triad, Sineva, Vladimir Putin, Yars

Moscow, October 22, 2025: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday personally supervised large-scale exercises of the country’s nuclear forces that tested capabilities across land, sea and air, Kremlin media reported, in a show of strategic readiness as the war in Ukraine continues.The Kremlin said the drill evaluated “the preparedness of the military command and the practical skills of operational personnel in organising control of subordinate forces” and that “all tasks were successfully completed.” State media footage and official statements said the exercise included the launch of a land-based Yars intercontinental ballistic missile from a cosmodrome, a Sineva ballistic missile fired…