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POLITICS1d agoIndia to gain? Trump’s Russian diesel deal offers New Delhi leverageUS President Donald Trump’s decision to ease sanctions on Russian diesel exports and allow fresh supplies to reach global markets could give India greater leverage in its own dispute with Washington over discounted crude purchases, analysts said. Beyond the energy dispute, they said the move could also open up diplomatic opportunities for New Delhi, from pressing for more consistent treatment by Washington to building on its efforts to help negotiate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Under the...South China Morning Post
MILITARY3d agoNo formal US offer for F-35 jets to India, no decision on Russian Su-57: IAF chiefAir Chief Marshal A P Singh says the Indian Air Force will assess Russia’s fifth-generation fighter only after the government decides whether to evaluate the aircraft.firstpost · india
WORLD3d agoPODCAST: Delhi protests, Trump's Russia diesel deal and Panama quake - ReutersPODCAST: Delhi protests, Trump's Russia diesel deal and Panama quake ReutersReuters World
POLITICS4d agoTrump faces hypocrisy charge over Russian diesel deal after targeting Indiaorissapost.com · India
CONFLICT6d agoIndia to Turkiye, can new proposals to broker Russia-Ukraine truce succeed?India, Turkiye, Egypt and the US have put forward proposals for ceasefires in bid to protect global energy and shipping.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS6d agoWhat ‘Beyond Advocacy’ Means for India’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine ConflictIndia’s possible role as a facilitator will be driven by its own economic interests, rather than any need to increase its political heft on the global stage.The Diplomat
WORLD6d agoIndia seeks update from Russia on whereabouts of Indians working with Russian militaryNew Delhi has been consistently urging Moscow to release all the Indian nationals serving with the Russian militaryThe Hindu
CONFLICTOct 7Ukraine drone attack triggers huge tanker fire off Russia’s Sochi; 23 Indians rescuedThe Hindu
MILITARYOct 6Turkmenistan grows its arsenal of Chinese air defences as Russia’s role shrinksTurkmenistan has added the FK-2000 missile-and-gun system to its growing arsenal of Chinese-made air defences, highlighting Beijing’s expanding role in the Central Asian weapons market once dominated by Russia. At least 10 FK-2000 vehicles – along with an array of other Chinese-made military equipment – could be seen in footage of Turkmenistan’s Independence Day parade in Ashgabat on September 27. Developed by the state-owned China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation, the FK-2000 is a...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 5India is one of Russia’s biggest energy buyers. Can it also help broker peace with Ukraine?India is beginning to take a more active role in efforts to reach a settlement between Russia and Ukraine, Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said. Bloomberg reported that his explicit statement signals New Delhi’s shift toward a more active stance after years of caution over the war, driven partly by its close economic ties with Russia.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSOct 5Tajikistan Taps Iran as Russian Fuel Runs DryDushanbe's emergency hedge against Russia's fuel crisis puts Tajikistan in the path of U.S. secondary sanctions.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 5Why India’s missile deals in Central Asia matter to Russia and ChinaIndia has sold its Akash air-defence missile system to Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, giving it a foothold in Central Asia as it seeks to become a major global arms exporter. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh confirmed the latest sales on Thursday last week, hinting at interest from elsewhere as he called the Akash “one of our success stories”. Developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation, the Akash is a home-grown, short-range surface-to-air missile system that can hit...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTOct 4Russian drone attack hits Indian-run Kusum pharma plant in Ukraine, 1 killedmathrubhumi · india
POLITICSOct 4India is going ‘beyond advocacy’ on the Russia-Ukraine conflict: JaishankarAt German think-tank event in Delhi, External Affairs Minister presents strong defence of India-Russia ties; says U.S. and China are exclusivist powers; suggests other countries build coalitions beyond the superpowersThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 3Russia has agreed to take around 70,000 Indian skilled workers this year: Govt tells parliamentary panelChairing the meeting on India-Russia relations, Mr. Jaishankar also apprised members of New Delhi's stance on the Ukraine conflict and its recent diplomatic efforts to contribute toward a peaceful settlementThe Hindu
MILITARYOct 1Avoid ‘dangerous path’ of travelling to Russia to join army: MEAThe Hindu
POLITICSSep 30US lawmakers in India : Why a congressional visit matters after the Russia sanctions lawA visit by U.S. lawmakers to India is significant, especially in the context of Russia sanctions law. This suggests important diplomatic discussions and potential policy implications between the two countries.hindustantimes.com · India
POLITICSSep 28Amid concerns over Russia sanctions law, Foreign Secretary meets U.S. delegationForeign Secretary Vikram Misri raised the new law with the delegation, most of whom voted in favour of sanctions targeting India for importing Russian crude oilThe Hindu
POLITICSSep 27 US wont let India become next China : Russian envoy claims Freudian slip revealed Washington concernsA Russian envoy claims a 'Freudian slip' revealed Washington's concerns about India becoming a global power akin to China. This suggests underlying geopolitical tensions and competitive dynamics between major world powers.hindustantimes.com · India
POLITICSSep 24India , US discuss sanctions on Russia , Iran trade partners at UNIndia and the US are reportedly discussing sanctions against trade partners of Russia and Iran at the UN. This indicates ongoing international diplomatic efforts regarding sanctions enforcement and geopolitical alignment.siasat.com · India
POLITICSSep 24Zelenskyy urges India to halt Russian energy tradeUkrainian President Zelenskyy has called on India to cease its energy trade with Russia. This represents an attempt to influence international economic support during the ongoing conflict.ibcworldnews.com · India
POLITICSSep 23Jaishankar meets Rubio, conveys India’s concerns on Sanctioning ​Russia ‌and Iran ActThe External Affairs Minister and the Secretary of State are also understood to be preparing for high-level meetings between U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi later this yearThe Hindu
BUSINESSSep 22Indian refiners seek alternatives to Russian oil amid US sanctions Law — BloombergIndian oil refiners currently negotiating crude oil supplies for November may reduce purchases from Russia following the enactment of a US sanctions law that threatens to impose new tariffs.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 20Russia State Duma polling underway : Ambassador Alipov casts vote , says five stations open across IndiaPolling for the Russia State Duma is underway, with Ambassador Alipov casting his vote and noting five polling stations open across India. This reports on the logistical aspects of Russian elections for citizens abroad.batonrougepost.com · United States