Catholicos Baselios Marthoma Mathews III honoured with Russia’s esteemed Order of Friendship
The Russian Embassy in India hosted a distinguished reception to honour Baselios Marthoma Mathews III, Catholicos of the East and Malankara Metropolitan, with Russia’s esteemed Order of Friendship. The event, held on Thursday evening in New Delhi, celebrated the Catholicos’ exceptional contributions to
RBI gets bomb threat in ‘Russian’ language, 2nd time in a month
Following a string of online bomb threats in the country, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has received a bomb threat via email, marking the second such incident this month for the central bank. Apparently written in the Russian language, the email was
Assad Flees to Russia After Rebels Take Over Damascus
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, along with his family, has reportedly fled to Russia after rebels captured Damascus. According to a Russian state news agency, the Kremlin has granted Assad political asylum, offering him refuge in Moscow. The fall of Damascus to the
Putin approves signing Russia-Belarus security guarantee agreement
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a proposal to sign a security guarantee agreement with Belarus within the framework of the Union State, the Kremlin said in a statement. “By his order, the president resolved to approve the Russian Foreign Ministry’s proposal, coordinated
Russian foreign minister warns of nuclear escalation risks in Ukraine
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has expressed concerns about the potential for nuclear escalation in Ukraine, while reaffirming Russia’s openness to dialogue. In an interview with American reporter Tucker Carlson, Lavrov discussed Russia-US relations, the ongoing Ukraine crisis, and the broader geopolitical context.
Putin lauds PM Modi’s ‘Make in India’ policy, says Russia willing to invest
President Vladimir Putin praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘India-first’ policy and the ‘Make in India’ initiative and expressed Russia’s willingness to establish manufacturing operations in India. Addressing the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum in Moscow, President Putin drew parallels between Russia’s import
Russia rejects accusations of interference in Georgian elections, NATO calls for investigation
Russia on Monday called accusations of its interference in the parliamentary elections in Georgia “absolutely unfounded,” even as the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) called for an investigation into the alleged “election-related violations,” as observed by international monitors. “We resolutely reject such accusations.
Explained: Why US handed over landmines to Ukraine in big policy shift
The US decision to send anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine was triggered by a change in Russian battlefield tactics favouring infantry over mechanised units, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin said. “They don’t lead with their mechanised forces anymore,” Austin told reporters while on a
S Korea, US, Japan unveil secretariat establishment, slam N Korea-Russia on Ukraine war expansion
The leaders of South Korea, the US, and Japan announced the establishment of a secretariat for trilateral cooperation and condemned North Korea and Russia’s decision to “dangerously expand” Moscow’s war in Ukraine as they met on the margins of a multilateral summit in
North Korean foreign minister visits Russia amid troop deployment
North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui has traveled to Russia for an official visit coinciding with reports that North Korea has dispatched around 10,000 soldiers to eastern Russia for training. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), Choe’s visit will likely include
Russia Criticizes Israeli Airstrikes on Iran as ‘Explosive Escalation’
On Saturday, Russia condemned the recent Israeli airstrikes on Iran, calling the situation an “explosive escalation” that poses serious risks to regional stability. Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, urged for the prompt normalization of the military and political landscape in
3,000 North Korean Troops Deployed to Russia This Month: White House Official
A White House official confirmed that North Korea has sent at least 3,000 troops to eastern Russia earlier this month, raising concerns about their potential involvement in combat to support Russia’s war in Ukraine after completing their training. John Kirby, National Security Communications
PM Modi Arrives in Russia for BRICS Summit in Kazan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kazan on Tuesday to participate in the 16th BRICS Summit, invited by Russian President Vladimir Putin. The summit, themed “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security,” will serve as a key platform for global leaders to
China Confirms LAC Patrolling Agreement as Modi and Xi Arrive in Russia for BRICS Summit
China has confirmed an agreement with India regarding patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the border areas. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian announced that recent diplomatic and military communications between India and China have led to this resolution,
Russian Submarine Ufa Docks at Kochi Port, Welcomed by Indian Navy
The Russian submarine ‘Ufa’ has arrived at Kochi port in Kerala, receiving a warm reception from the Indian Navy. The Defence Public Relations Officer (PRO) shared details and images of the welcoming event. This docking comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on
Russia Supports India’s Permanent Membership in UNSC
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stated that India, Brazil, and African nations should hold permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to ensure broader global representation. In an interview with aif.ru, Lavrov emphasized that countries like India and Brazil, along
Brazilian President Injured, Cancels Trip to BRICS Summit in Russia
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been hospitalized in Brasilia after sustaining a head injury at home on October 19, leading to the cancellation of his planned trip to the upcoming BRICS Summit in Russia. His office announced on Sunday that
PM Modi to Attend Expanded BRICS Summit in Russia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Russia from October 22-23 for the 16th BRICS Summit, where he will engage in bilateral discussions with leaders from the group’s member countries and other invitees, as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs. This
US Monitoring North Korea’s Support for Russia: Pentagon
The US is actively monitoring North Korea’s support for Russia, according to a Pentagon spokesperson. This comes after reports surfaced that six North Korean military officers were killed in a Ukrainian missile strike in Russian-occupied territory near Donetsk last week. Ukrainian media have
Russia Warns of Asymmetric Response to U.S. Journalist Sanctions, Says Ambassador
Russia is prepared to implement asymmetric measures in reaction to U.S. sanctions targeting Russian journalists, Russian Ambassador to the United States Anatoly Antonov stated on Wednesday. “We reserve the right to respond asymmetrically, in strict accordance with Russia’s national interests,” he remarked. Antonov