India and Russia Strengthen Defence Ties in Moscow Talks

Rajnath Singh and Vladimir Putin emphasize the potential of bilateral cooperation, addressing key defence projects and future collaborations.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, reaffirming India's commitment to its long-standing partnership with Russia.
Both leaders discussed expediting the delivery of two remaining S-400 missile systems and enhancing maintenance support for India's Sukhoi-30 fleet.
Singh proposed making India a hub for the repair and overhaul of Russian-origin tanks and highlighted opportunities for joint weapon production under India's Make-in-India initiative.
The commissioning of the INS Tushil, a Russian-built stealth missile frigate, was celebrated as a milestone in India-Russia naval cooperation.
Putin is expected to visit India in early 2025 for further discussions, underscoring the ongoing strategic partnership between the two nations.