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Putin is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a private dinner soon after arrival, marking the start of the bilateral talks.

Key agenda items include defence cooperation: possible acquisition of Su-57 stealth jets and further cooperation on air defence systems.

Economic and energy cooperation will also be discussed: boosting bilateral trade, exploring labour mobility agreements, and deepening energy and industrial collaboration.

Russian President Vladimir Putin touched down in New Delhi today for a two-day visit — his first since before Russia invaded Ukraine. The trip, underscoring the enduring “special and privileged” partnership between India and Russia, kicks off with a private dinner invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Alongside the dinne

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