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Putin Meets His New Soldiers

Putin Meets His New Soldiers

Rediff.com21 Oct 2022

After conscripting 200,000 young Russians for his cruel and senseless war in Ukraine on September 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the training centre at the western military district in Russia's Ryazan region to find out for himself how the mobilised reservists are being prepared for brutal battle.

In Rio, BRICS to echo India's voice on terror, condemn Pahalgam attack

In Rio, BRICS to echo India's voice on terror, condemn Pahalgam attack

Rediff.com30 Jun 2025

The formulations in the declaration in reference to terrorism is going to be to our "satisfaction", Dammu Ravi, secretary (economic relations) in the external affairs ministry said on Monday.

Moscow keen on revival of Russia-India-China troika

Moscow keen on revival of Russia-India-China troika

Rediff.com30 May 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov alleged that NATO is blatantly trying to lure India into anti-China intrigues.

Over 800 drones strike Ukraine in Russia's largest air-raid; 3 killed

Over 800 drones strike Ukraine in Russia's largest air-raid; 3 killed

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

In a statement on X, Zelenskyy said emergency services were working around the clock to address the aftermath of the attacks, which included over 800 drones and 13 missiles, four of which were ballistic.

Will The Dragon And Elephant Dance Again?

Will The Dragon And Elephant Dance Again?

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

A meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the SCO summit is being planned.

Putin Meets His Inner Circle

Putin Meets His Inner Circle

Rediff.com27 Jun 2023

Thirty six hours after the most serious threat to his 23-year rule was resolved for now, Russian President Vladimir Putin summoned heads of Russian security services -- members of his inner circle -- to the Kremlin on Monday, June 26, 2023.

'Talented, purposeful people': Putin praises India again

'Talented, purposeful people': Putin praises India again

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

Earlier, Putin had lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi and called him a patriot of the country.

Putin not joking about nuclear attack, warns Biden

Putin not joking about nuclear attack, warns Biden

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

United States President Joe Biden spoke of nuclear 'Armageddon' in a warning about the escalation in Russia's war in Ukraine during a speech on Thursday.

Modi, Xi likely to meet twice on Sunday at SCO summit

Modi, Xi likely to meet twice on Sunday at SCO summit

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to hold bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Tianjin, as both nations look to strengthen ties amid global trade tensions.

'Trump's policies alienated India, pushed it towards Russia, China'

'Trump's policies alienated India, pushed it towards Russia, China'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton says President Trump's policies have damaged US-India relations, pushing New Delhi closer to Russia and China.

India's Foreign Policy Panchnama

India's Foreign Policy Panchnama

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

There has never been a moment in India's history when it has been so adrift in the world, so confused about what it stands for and against and so humiliated, asserts Aakar Patel.

Have mechanism to deal with US sanctions on India: Russia

Have mechanism to deal with US sanctions on India: Russia

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Russia has a "special mechanism" to confront any challenge arising out of the US slapping punitive measures against India for its procurement of Russian crude oil, Russian charge d'affaires Roman Babushkin said on Wednesday.

Modi likely to visit China, first since Galwan clash

Modi likely to visit China, first since Galwan clash

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Japan and China starting around August 29. The visit to China would be his first after the Ladakh border standoff.

Russia unleashes 400 drones, 40 missiles across Ukraine

Russia unleashes 400 drones, 40 missiles across Ukraine

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Three firefighters were killed in Kyiv, two civilians were killed in Lutsk, and another person was killed in Chernihiv, according to the Ukrainian State Emergency Service, as per CNN.

Putin annexes four regions in occupied Ukraine

Putin annexes four regions in occupied Ukraine

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Putin said the residents in the four annexed regions will now be Russia's "citizens forever".

What Does Putin's Face Tell Us?

What Does Putin's Face Tell Us?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Glimpses of Vladmir Putin's face at his media interaction with French President Emmanuel Macron in Moscow on Monday, February 7, 2022.

Israel has right for self-defence, but...: Putin on Hamas attack

Israel has right for self-defence, but...: Putin on Hamas attack

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Russia proceeds "from the postulate, a negotiated solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict has no alternatives," said Putin while speaking at the Commonwealth of Independent States summit in Bishkek, Kyrgystan on Friday.

Putin to undergo cancer treatment, hand over power to loyalist: Reports

Putin to undergo cancer treatment, hand over power to loyalist: Reports

Rediff.com3 May 2022

The anticipated surgery and recovery are expected to incapacitate Putin for 'a short time', the report said.

Modi's Shanti Ki Jhappi In Ukraine

Modi's Shanti Ki Jhappi In Ukraine

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Glimpses from Prime Minister Narendra D Modi's visit to Kyiv, August 23, 2024, 30 months and one day since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a brutal and cruel war on Ukraine.

We've not had a US president who...: Jaishankar amid tariff war

We've not had a US president who...: Jaishankar amid tariff war

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

The relations between New Delhi and Washington are on a downturn after Trump doubled tariffs on Indian goods to a whopping 50 per cent, including 25 per cent additional duties for India's purchase of Russian crude oil.

Modi, Trump hail 'special' Indo-US ties amid tension

Modi, Trump hail 'special' Indo-US ties amid tension

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday 'deeply' appreciated United States President Donald Trump's 'positive assessment' of the India-US partnership after the American leader hailed the 'special' relationship between the two nations -- remarks seen as an attempt to check the downturn in the ties.

Pele calls on Putin to stop 'wicked' Ukraine invasion

Pele calls on Putin to stop 'wicked' Ukraine invasion

Rediff.com2 Jun 2022

Brazilian soccer legend Pele made a public plea on Wednesday to Russian President Vladimir Putin to end his "wicked" and "unjustifiable" invasion of Ukraine.

When Tyrants Hang Out...

When Tyrants Hang Out...

Rediff.com19 Jun 2024

Vladimir Putin -- who only travels to countries (like China, North Korea) where he cannot be arrested and extradited to The Hague to face the International Court of Justice -- embraces Kim Jong Un on his arrival in Pyongyang early on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

'Global catastrophe' if NATO clashes with Russian army, warns Putin

'Global catastrophe' if NATO clashes with Russian army, warns Putin

Rediff.com15 Oct 2022

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said that any direct contact or direct clash of North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) troops with the Russian army would lead to a 'global catastrophe'.

Prigozhin made some mistakes: Putin's first remarks on Wagner chief's death

Prigozhin made some mistakes: Putin's first remarks on Wagner chief's death

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

The Russian President also expressed "sincere condolences" to the families of those who died.

India readies for key diplomatic week: Wang in Delhi, Jaishankar in Moscow

India readies for key diplomatic week: Wang in Delhi, Jaishankar in Moscow

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Wang is travelling to India days ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned trip to the Chinese city of Tianjin to attend the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.

Putin survives assassination attempt: Report

Putin survives assassination attempt: Report

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

Rumours around Putin's health and threat to life have been swirling around since Russia invaded Ukraine in February this year.

China-Russia Bhai Bhai: What India Can Expect

China-Russia Bhai Bhai: What India Can Expect

Rediff.com30 May 2025

China appears determined to upgrade Pakistan's military capabilities, sufficient to ensure local parity with India, alerts former foreign secretary Ambassador Shyam Saran.

Putin trying to find 'oxygen' with ceasefire order: Biden

Putin trying to find 'oxygen' with ceasefire order: Biden

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Putin on Thursday announced that the ceasefire will allow Orthodox Christians to attend services in Church on Christmas, according to the statement released by Kremlin on its website.

Putin lauds 'big friend' Modi's 'Make in India' initiative

Putin lauds 'big friend' Modi's 'Make in India' initiative

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Putin made these remarks on Thursday at a forum in Moscow organised by Russia's Agency for Strategic Initiatives (ASI).

When Putin Took A Bath In Blood

When Putin Took A Bath In Blood

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Glimpses of political satire floats at the Rosenmontag carnival in Duesseldorf, Germany.

China welcomes Modi to SCO Summit; calls meet a symbol of unity

China welcomes Modi to SCO Summit; calls meet a symbol of unity

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

China welcomes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to the Tianjin Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), expressing hope that the event will be a 'gathering of solidarity, friendship and fruitful results'.

Will Putin Allow Prigozhin To Rest In Peace?

Will Putin Allow Prigozhin To Rest In Peace?

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Will Putin allow the grave to become a memorial for Prigozhin and a rallying point for the Russian leader's enemies?

Putin orders Russian nuclear deterrent forces on 'special' alert

Putin orders Russian nuclear deterrent forces on 'special' alert

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

The talks are expected to take place in the Gomel region at the Ukrainian-Belarusian border, Belta news agency reported.

Trump-Putin Bonhomie: Checkmate Xi?

Trump-Putin Bonhomie: Checkmate Xi?

Rediff.com1 Mar 2025

The US move to align with Russia is prompted by fear of a Sino-Russian joint threat. Russia, fully aware of its military vulnerability vis a vis China may cautiously welcome the American move, assesses Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks in over 3 years

Russia, Ukraine hold first peace talks in over 3 years

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Russian and Ukrainian negotiators convened in Istanbul on Friday for their first direct peace talks in over three years, amidst pressure from US President Donald Trump to resolve Europe's deadliest conflict since World War Two.

Don't Expect A Reprieve From Trump!

Don't Expect A Reprieve From Trump!

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

'There are times when India should stand up without hesitation and voice its indignation over the US' pressure tactic. This is one such moment,' asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

How India Is Dealing With Trump's Barbs, Threats

How India Is Dealing With Trump's Barbs, Threats

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

'We are a responsible nation, and would prefer to deal with sensitive issues with the maturity they deserve rather than take to social media.'

India defends Russia ties, hits out at NATO sanction threat

India defends Russia ties, hits out at NATO sanction threat

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

India has cautioned against 'double standards' regarding its energy procurement from Russia, asserting that it is based on national interests and market dynamics, following a threat of secondary sanctions from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

Putin's invasion of Ukraine a test for the ages: Biden

Putin's invasion of Ukraine a test for the ages: Biden

Rediff.com8 Feb 2023

"I spoke from this chamber one year ago, just days after Vladimir Putin unleashed his brutal war against Ukraine. A murderous assault, evoking images of the death and destruction Europe suffered in World War II," Biden said in his address to a Joint Session of the US Congress on Tuesday night.