Russian President Vladimir Putin has dismissed the idea of human immortality, saying that while science can significantly extend life expectancy, “everything has an end — only God is eternal.” In an exclusive interview with India Today TV ahead of his two-day visit to India , Putin was asked directly whether he believed immortality was achievable — a question prompted by his earlier hot-mic conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing that went viral worldwide.

He was asked: “Do you think immortality is achievable?” Putin replied: “Everything has an end, only God is eternal. We can extend longevity of life, 100%. I am sure we can.” He pointed to historic gains in public health to underline his view. “77 years ago, the average lifespan of a person in India was 31 years,

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