{"id":21815,"date":"2025-12-04T22:37:18","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T22:37:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/indiabulletinusa.com\/wordpress\/2025\/12\/04\/pm-modi-gifts-russian-edition-of-the-gita-to-putin-highlights-its-global-impact\/"},"modified":"2025-12-04T22:37:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T22:37:18","slug":"pm-modi-gifts-russian-edition-of-the-gita-to-putin-highlights-its-global-impact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/indiabulletinusa.com\/wordpress\/2025\/12\/04\/pm-modi-gifts-russian-edition-of-the-gita-to-putin-highlights-its-global-impact\/","title":{"rendered":"PM Modi Gifts Russian Edition of the Gita to Putin, Highlights Its Global Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p><strong>Putin Visits India: A Diplomatic Journey<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a significant visit to India, marking his first state visit in over four years. Arriving at New Delhi&#8217;s Palam Airport on Thursday evening, he was warmly welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders shared a car as they left the airport, highlighting their strong rapport.<\/p>\n<p>This trip holds importance as it coincides with the 23rd Annual India-Russia Summit. It is also notable as it is Putin&#8217;s first visit to India since the ongoing conflict in Ukraine began. During a private dinner hosted by PM Modi, the Prime Minister gifted Putin a Russian translation of the Bhagavad Gita, symbolizing the cultural ties between the two nations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Itinerary Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Putin&#8217;s itinerary for his two-day visit includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Friday<\/strong>: After the private dinner, he will attend a ceremonial reception hosted by President Droupadi Murmu.<\/li>\n<li>A wreath-laying ceremony at Rajghat to honor Mahatma Gandhi.<\/li>\n<li>Meetings at the Hyderabad House, where both leaders will discuss deepening defense ties, trade, and energy cooperation. There are expectations that they will talk about Russia potentially supplying Su-57 fighter jets to India.<\/li>\n<li>The two leaders&#8217; discussions are anticipated to cover the ongoing efforts by the United States to negotiate peace in Ukraine.<\/li>\n<li>Following their meeting, a press conference will be held, with statements expected around 1:50 PM.<\/li>\n<li>Later in the day, Putin will attend a business event and meet with President Murmu before departing for Moscow in the evening.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Significance of the Visit<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Former Indian diplomat Rajiv Bhatia emphasized the visit&#8217;s importance, especially against the backdrop of global tensions and the evolving dynamics of the G20. He highlighted the need for enhanced cooperation in areas like trade and technology, aiming for a target of $100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, onlookers noted Putin&#8217;s appreciation for India&#8217;s progress over the past 77 years, calling it near &#8220;miraculous.&#8221; Conversations are also expected to focus on military projects, including the overhaul of Su-30 jets and air defense systems.<\/p>\n<p>As this visit unfolds, it reflects the ongoing partnership between India and Russia, emphasizing a relationship not directed against any third country but aimed at mutual growth and collaboration.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Putin Visits India: A Diplomatic Journey Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a significant visit to India, marking his first state visit in over four years. Arriving at New Delhi&#8217;s Palam Airport on Thursday evening, he was warmly welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 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