Russian President Vladimir Putin (left) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greet each other warmly, during Putin’s visit to New Delhi last year. Photo: EPA-EFE
Opinion
Opinion
Why India’s relationship with Russia is so special
- With the Vladivostok agreements, India and Russia have deepened a relationship that dates back to the cold-war era. What makes it special is its kaleidoscopic polarity, with room to disagree on specific issues while staying the common strategic course
Russian President Vladimir Putin (left) and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi greet each other warmly, during Putin’s visit to New Delhi last year. Photo: EPA-EFE
An Indian student with peace messages written on his hands takes part in a “Hiroshima Day” peace rally in Mumbai. Photo: EPA-EFE
Opinion
Opinion
India’s rethink on ‘no first use’ nuclear policy won’t surprise China or Pakistan
- Recent comments by India’s defence minister highlight the evolution of New Delhi’s thinking and the mutual scepticism between it and its two biggest rivals, writes Ankit Panda
An Indian student with peace messages written on his hands takes part in a “Hiroshima Day” peace rally in Mumbai. Photo: EPA-EFE