Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin travelled in the same car as they departed from the Palam Technical Airport in Delhi.
Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India has drawn strong attention from industry leaders, who believe the trip could mark a new chapter in trade relations between the two nations. Industry experts say the discussions are focused on boosting bilateral trade, balancing imports and ex
BJP MP Sambit Patra called the remarks "inappropriate" and "factually incorrect," saying they project India in a poor light at a time when global leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin, are visiting the country.
England's ace batter Joe Root slammed his maiden Test hundred on Australian soil as visitors crossed the 300-run mark at the end of Day 1 of the second Test against Australia at the Gabba, Brisbane, on Thursday.
President Putin is travelling with a large group of business persons, as per government sources. India expects to improve the trade deficit with Russia.
Reacting to Congress leader and MP Rahul Gandhi's allegation that the Leader of Opposition is not allowed to meet visiting dignitaries, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) MP Arun Bharti said that as the LoP, first, he should fulfil the parliamentary procedures and traditions that exist.
"During a visit, MEA organises meetings for the incoming dignitary with Government officials and Government bodies. It is up to the visiting delegation to organise meetings outside the government," the government sources clarified.
CM Abdullah added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rapport with Putin could also serve as an opportunity to help Ukraine improve its ties with Russia and foster peace.
Earlier today, ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, alleged that the Centre is suggesting that foreign dignitaries not meet the LoP.
RJD leader Manoj Kumar Jha on Thursday emphasised the importance of understanding the country's pulse, claiming that this tradition is being compromised due to "someone's insecurity," after Rahul Gandhi alleged that the LoP is not allowed to meet visiting dignitaries.