Russian President Vladimir Putin, who landed at Delhi airport on Thursday for his two-day visit to India, was received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a rare diplomatic gesture that broke standard security protocol. PM Modi greeted him with a firm handshake and a warm hug, signalling strong friendship and strategic ties. President Putin and PM Modi then shared the same car on their way to Lok Kalyan Marg, echoing their much-discussed joint ride in Putin’s car during the SCO Summit in Tianjin, China.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will host Russian President Vladimir Putin for a private dinner. The informal meeting, often considered the most candid phase of such visits, is expected to pave the way for deeper personal discussions ahead of a packed schedule. Putin will spend the night in De

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