Updated: December 5, 2025 10:46 PM IST 
Putin India Visit Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin at Palam Airport on Thursday. The two leaders shook hands, hugged, and then left together in the same car for the Prime Minister’s home at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. PM Modi also arranged a dinner for President Putin at his residence. This is Putin’s first trip to India since the war in Ukraine began. Putin received a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday as he began the second day of his state visit to India. The two-day visit, which includes multiple high-level engagements across the national capital.
Later today, PM Modi and President Putin will hold official talks at Hyderabad House, where discussions are expected to focus on defence cooperation, energy ties, regional security, and long-term economic collaboration. Following delegation-level talks, both leaders will deliver press statements.
Putin will also attend a business event aimed at boosting trade and investment opportunities between the two countries. In the evening, President Murmu will host a state banquet in his honour at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
#WATCH | Delhi: As IndiGo Airlines continues to face nationwide flight delays, RS MP John Brittas says, "… This shows how the government manages the country. They have consciously ushered in a duopoly and a cartel, not permitting any other airline. They introduced directions… pic.twitter.com/4UpX61vrs2
— ANI (@ANI) December 5, 2025
#WATCH | Delhi | Russian President Vladimir Putin says, "Russia and India are conducting independent and self-sufficient foreign policy with like-minded countries in BRICS, SCO and other countries of the global majority…We are defending the main principle of the law enshrined… pic.twitter.com/rfoXgUMzvy
— ANI (@ANI) December 5, 2025
PM Modi, “soon be launching a free 30-day e-tourist visa”
PM Narendra Modi says, “…This year in October, millions of devotees received the blessings of Lord Buddha’s sacred relics at the International Buddhist Forum in Kalmykia. I’m pleased that we will soon be launching a free 30-day e-tourist visa and a 30-day Group Tourist Visa for Russian citizens…”
India, Russia stand together in fight against terror, says PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi says, “India and Russia have long been standing shoulder to shoulder in the fight against terrorism. Whether it is the terrorist attack in Pahalgam or the cowardly attack on the Crocus City Hall, the root of all these incidents is the same. India’s unwavering belief is that terrorism is a direct assault on the values of humanity and that global unity against it is our greatest strength. India and Russia have close cooperation in the UN, G20, BRICS, SCO, and other forums. We will continue our dialogue and cooperation in all these forums…”
India has always been ready to contribute its part to bring peace to Ukraine and will remain so in the future, says PM Modi.
Putin India visit LIVE: Putin praises Modi for efforts to promote peace
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India’s continued efforts to promote peace in the Ukraine conflict. Expressing his gratitude during their bilateral meeting, Putin said, “Our relations are deeply rooted in history — but it’s not the words that matter, it’s the substance, which is profound.”
He acknowledged India’s balanced and consistent focus on dialogue and peaceful resolution, noting that New Delhi’s stance contributes positively to global stability.
Putin India visit LIVE: Putin to attend a wreath-laying event at the iconic Rajghat in Delhi next. This will be followed by a bilateral with PM Modi at Hyderabad House.
Putin gets 21-gun salute at Rashtrapati Bhavan
Russian President Vladimir Putin gets 21-gun salute as he arrives at Rashtrapati Bhavan. PM Modi and President Droupadi Murmu present at the event.
Rashtrapati Bhawan Readies For Putin’s Guard Of Honour Ceremony
Preparations underway for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ceremonial reception and Guard of Honour at the Rashtrapati Bhawan. EAM Dr S Jaishankar, Delhi LG VK Saxena, CDS General Anil Chauhan and other dignitaries are present.
#WATCH | Delhi | Preparations underway for Russian President Vladimir Putin's ceremonial reception and Guard of Honour at the Rashtrapati Bhawan. EAM Dr S Jaishankar, Delhi LG VK Saxena, CDS General Anil Chauhan and other dignitaries are present. pic.twitter.com/80zq1YL4Vq
— ANI (@ANI) December 5, 2025
Putin India visit LIVE: What is the main focus?
The 23rd India–Russia Summit will mainly look at making defence cooperation stronger, protecting India–Russia trade from outside pressure, and discussing possible work together on small modular nuclear reactors, according to PTI.
India is also expected to raise its worry about the growing trade gap with Russia, which has increased because India buys a lot of Russian crude oil.
Putin’s visit comes at an important moment. Heavy U.S. tariffs on India, linked to India’s oil purchases from Russia have created tension between New Delhi and Washington. The effect of these tariffs on India’s energy imports will likely be a key topic during the talks.
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