Days ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s India visit, the government is planning to procure the advanced version of Russian-made S-400 air defence system, the S-500 missile defence shield. India is likely to discuss the issue during Putin's two-day visit, as per Bloomberg.

Why is India eyeing S-500?

India’s success during Operation Sindoor came with the use of the S-400, a surface-to-air missile system, against Pakistan whose around six enemy aircraft it destroyed in May this year. Emphasising on its combat capabilities, the IAF called S-400 a “game changer” during the three-day conflict.

As India is focusing on improving ties with Russia amid war in Ukraine and post sanctions by the USA, to strengthen its defence, India will discuss the procurement of S-500 Prometheus, much big

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