- By Shivangi Sharma
- Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:41 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Putin India Visit: Russian President Vladimir Putin has landed in Delhi, where PM Modi received him at Palam Airport, marking the beginning of a series of diplomatic engagements. The two-day state visit, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marks a major diplomatic moment for India, balancing its strategic partnership with Moscow amid global scrutiny.
Key discussions are expected on defence, including fast-tracking S-400 missile deliveries and exploring joint R&D, as well as energy, focusing on long-term oil deals, Indian investments in Russian energy projects, and expanded nuclear cooperation.
Here Are The Live Updates:
- PM Modi gifts a copy of the Bhagavad Gita in Russian to President Putin, saying the teachings of the Gita inspire millions worldwide.
Presented a copy of the Gita in Russian to President Putin. The teachings of the Gita give inspiration to millions across the world.@KremlinRussia_E pic.twitter.com/D2zczJXkU2
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 4, 2025
- PM Modi shared glimpses from inside his Lok Kalyan Marg residence during Vladimir Putin’s visit.
Welcomed my friend, President Putin to 7, Lok Kalyan Marg.@KremlinRussia_E pic.twitter.com/2L7AZ1WIph
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 4, 2025
- India and Russia have signed a protocol to share pre-arrival information on goods and vehicles, aiming to streamline trade and boost transparency. The agreement was signed by CBIC chief Vivek Chaturvedi and Russia’s Tatiana Merkushova during the 23rd India–Russia Summit.
- PM Modi is currently hosting Russian President Vladimir Putin for dinner at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg.
- PM Modi took to X to share glimpses of President Putin’s arrival in India, expressing delight at welcoming his friend and highlighting the long-standing, mutually beneficial India-Russia friendship ahead of their meetings.
Delighted to welcome my friend, President Putin to India. Looking forward to our interactions later this evening and tomorrow. India-Russia friendship is a time tested one that has greatly benefitted our people.@KremlinRussia_E pic.twitter.com/L7IORzRfV9
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 4, 2025
- PM Modi and Putin departed from Delhi’s Palam Technical Airport together, travelling in the same car.

- Russian President Vladimir Putin has landed in Delhi, where PM Modi received him at Palam Airport.
- PM Modi has reached Palam airport to receive the Russian President.
#WATCH | Russian President Vladimir Putin lands in Delhi; Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives him at the airport
— ANI (@ANI) December 4, 2025
President Putin is on a two-day State visit to India. He will hold the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit with PM Narendra Modi in Delhi on December 5
(Source: DD) pic.twitter.com/wFcL9of7Eg
- Putin is accompanied by a business delegation, expected to yield agreements in shipping, healthcare, fertilisers, and connectivity, while boosting cultural and scientific collaboration.
- Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov, who arrived earlier in the morning, said that India–Russia ties are strategic in nature, adding that the partnership serves as an important stabilising factor for South Asia and contributes to broader global security.
#WATCH | Delhi: At the 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military & Military Technical Cooperation ministerial meeting, Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov says, "I am glad to meet you once again on Indian soil. As you just said, our countries are tied with… pic.twitter.com/plBEYK2d8P
— ANI (@ANI) December 4, 2025
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