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India-Russia ties: The optics of Modi with Putin when Nato meets in Washington
While Nato meets from July 9-11 in Washington to discuss Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Russia on July 8-9 to meet President Vladimir Putin. Nato’s primary focus will be on supporting Ukraine and potential membership, as emphasized by Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra assures Modi's visit is pre-scheduled. This visit challenges Russia’s isolation narrative, reinforced by Hungary's recent support. Moscow-based expert Aleksei Zakharov underscores the significance of Russia's neutrality in India-China disputes. The trip addresses US concerns over India-Russia military-tech ties.
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PM Modi to visit Russia on July 8; Putin to host private dinner, confirms MEA
Indian Prime Minister Modi will visit Moscow for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit, meeting with Russian President Putin. The visit will include engagements with the Indian community and discussions on the multifaceted ties between the two countries.
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India-Russia summit: Issues of regional, global interest to figure in talks between Modi, Putin
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Russia for an upcoming summit, where regional and global issues will be discussed with President Vladimir Putin, according to Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra. Kwatra highlighted the importance of the annual India-Russia Summit, saying, "We attach great importance to it."
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Early discharge of Indians from Russian army will be discussed during Modi's visit to Moscow, says Foreign Secy Kwatra
PM Modi will visit Moscow, Russia, aiming for the early discharge of Indian nationals from the Russian Army, as per Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra. He will attend the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit with Vladimir Putin on July 8-9, 2024, discussing multifaceted relations and contemporary issues. Later, Modi will visit Austria from July 9-10.
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PM Modi to meet Vladimir Putin during 2-day visit to Russia starting Monday, Kremlin says
Indian PM Modi will visit Russia to meet President Putin. Since the Ukraine conflict, India and China have become major buyers of Russian oil post-U.S. sanctions. Modi, emphasizing peaceful settlement, skipped the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Kazakhstan, attended by Putin and Xi Jinping. Modi last visited Russia in 2019 for the Vladivostok economic forum.
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PM Modi to visit Russia, Austria on July 8-10
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Russia and Austria from July 8-10, 2024, the foreign ministry announced. During his visit, Modi will be in Moscow on July 8-9 to attend the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. "The leaders will review the entire range of multifaceted relations between the two countries and exchange views on contemporary regional and global issues of mutual interest," the statement from the ministry said.
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Expect Russia-India relations to 'blossom even better': Moscow's UN envoy on likely visit by PM Modi
Russia's UN envoy highlighted the strong relationship between Russia and India, describing India as a "longtime friend." He anticipates further growth in bilateral ties following Prime Minister Modi's potential visit to Moscow. The visit, if confirmed, would mark Modi's first trip to Russia in nearly five years, with discussions likely to cover a wide range of cooperation areas.
Modi-Putin phone calls shaped Indian PM’s decision to visit Moscow for annual summit
Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Moscow for the annual summit stems from two phone calls between him and President Vladimir Putin. They first spoke after Putin's election victory in March and again following Modi's re-election in June. The visit aims to boost the strategic partnership amid global scrutiny and discussions on the Ukraine conflict. India's strategic autonomy and historical ties with Russia play a crucial role, emphasizing cooperation in defense, energy, and geopolitical support, including Soviet backing during the 1971 war and the Kashmir issue.
Russia exports major consignment via INSTC ahead of PM Modi’s Moscow trip
The consignment will reach Mumbai port via Bandar Abbas port in Iran, ET has learnt. “For the first time, two trains with Kuzbass coal headed to India along the International North-South Transport Corridor. The trains set off from the Kemerovo region. They followed along the eastern branch of the INSTC through Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan to the Iranian port of Bandar Abbas,” Russian Railways said on Monday in a statement.
PM Modi plans Moscow visit in July 2nd week for next edition of annual summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi plans to visit Moscow from July 7-10 for a bilateral annual summit aimed at deepening the strategic partnership between India and Russia. This will be Modi's first visit to Russia since 2019, as prior visits were hindered by the pandemic and the Ukraine war. The visit, which follows Modi's re-election, will focus on energy, defense, connectivity, and natural resources. The trip will also allow Modi to discuss the Ukraine conflict and emphasize dialogue and diplomacy, reflecting India's neutral stance on the issue.
"Wait to decline comment until publicly confirmed by govts in question": US on reports of PM Modi's visit to Russia
US anticipates Modi's Russia visit, emphasizing dialogue for conflict resolution.
Moscow, New Delhi looking at possibility of PM Modi's visit to Russia
Indian and Russian officials are exploring the possibility of Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting Russia in early July, potentially marking his first trip there in nearly five years. If confirmed, this visit will resume the annual India-Russia summit, the first since 2021, underscoring the strategic partnership between the nations
Rishi Sunak's awakward hug while greeting Italian PM Meloni at G7 Summit goes viral: Video
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's warm greeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the G7 Summit turned slightly awkward as a hug and kiss led to a viral moment. Despite this, the summit focused on key global issues like the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Sunak emphasizing support for Ukraine. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also participated, highlighting the importance of dialogue on international matters.
Global leaders from P-5 countries applaud Modi’s historic win
While US President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin and UK PM Rishi Sunak and telephoned Modi to congratulate Modi, French President Emmanuel Macron sent a congratulatory message. Among the P5 Putin was the first leader to telephone the PM. Meanwhile, the Sri Lankan President, PMs of Nepal, Bangladesh and Mauritius besides the Bhutanese leadership have been invited for the swearing in ceremony likely on June 8.
Biden, Sunak, Macron & Putin laud Modi's victory
World leaders, including US President Joe Biden, UK PM Rishi Sunak, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Russian President Vladimir Putin, congratulated PM Narendra Modi on the BJP-led NDA coalition's historic election victory.
Global leaders including Italian PM Meloni applaud Modi's historic third win in Lok Sabha elections 2024
Expressing similar sentiments Nepal PM Prachanda wrote, “Congratulations to PM @narendramodi on the electoral success of BJP and NDA in the Loksabha elections for the third consecutive term. We are happy to note the successful completion of the world’s largest democratic exercise with enthusiastic participation of the people of India.”
Got a call from President Putin for an invitation to a Sept meeting, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an interview with India Today, expressed confidence that his party's government would be formed in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections 2024, citing invitations from world leaders like President Putin and the G-7 as evidence of global confidence. However, he emphasized the need to avoid complacency and challenge oneself. Modi reiterated his stance of not engaging in Hindu-Muslim politics, asserting that his focus is on development rather than identity-based politics.
"Fear PM Modi is the new Putin in making," says NCP leader Sharad Pawar
Sharad Pawar, a veteran leader of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SP), has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of creating fear and emulating Russian President Vladimir Putin. Pawar criticized Modi for criticizing others and failing to highlight his government's achievements in the past decade. He also criticized Modi's constant attack on the Congress party, arguing that it is not a wise decision as the Congress party has not been in power for some time.
My flag became my guarantee: PM Modi speaks on evacuation of Indian students from Ukraine
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the symbolic power of the Indian flag during international crises, highlighting its role in ensuring the evacuation of Indians from Ukraine during the conflict with Russia. Modi has been friendly with both Russian and Ukrainian leaders, emphasizing his credibility in these interactions. He also recalled a conversation with the Saudi King that facilitated a ceasefire, allowing a safe evacuation of around 5,000 people from Yemen.
PM Modi speaks to Putin; says dialogue, diplomacy way forward in Russia-Ukraine conflict
Modi congratulated Putin on re-election, stressed dialogue for Russia-Ukraine. Reviewed bilateral ties, emphasized peace. Committed to strengthening India-Russia Partnership through dialogue and diplomacy for the future.
Russia, Ukraine presidents have invited PM Modi to visit their countries: Officials
In separate telephonic conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Modi reiterated India's commitment to an early and peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict between the two countries, the officials said, adding that both the leaders said they saw the Indian prime minister as a "peace-maker".
Modi congratulates Putin on his victory; vows to strengthen strategic partnership in coming years
Modi is expected to travel to Russia for the BRICS Summit in October. The two could also meet earlier in July if they travel for the SCO Summit in Kazakhstan. Putin won a historic fifth term as Russian President in a landslide victory, securing 87.8% of the vote, the highest ever result in Russia’s post-Soviet history.
Indian PM Modi congratulates Vladimir Putin on election win, vows to boost ties
Modi congratulated Putin, eager to strengthen India-Russia ties. Despite the Ukraine invasion, India remains a key arms buyer from Russia, balancing US relations. The countries also deepen defence cooperation with the Quad alliance.
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