By Prabhdeep Singh

Kazan [ Russia ], October 13 (ANI): On the banks of the Volga, in the heart of Russia 's Republic of Tatarstan , a quiet yet powerful diplomatic signal was sent this week in Kazan : India and Russia are not only open for business -- they are entering a bold new phase of regional partnership.

The Tatarstan India Mutual Efficiency (TIME) Business Forum, held from October 8-9 in Kazan , gathered over 3,000 participants, 93 speakers, and delegations from 22 India n states and 35 Russia n regions.

Over two packed days, 15 expert sessions and the signing of 19 cooperation agreements laid the foundation for a decentralized, multipolar model of bilateral engagement -- and set the stage for President Vladimir Putin's anticipated visit to India this Dec

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