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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met President Vladimir Putin on Monday as he arrived for his first trip to Moscow since the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The bonhomie between the two leaders was on full display as they shared a warm hug and firm handshake before heading for tea at Putin’s Novo-Ogaryovo residence.

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<p>In a major diplomatic victory for India, Russia will release and assist in the return of all Indians reportedly serving in the Russian Army.</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a two-day visit to Russia, brought up this issue during his discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin.</p>

<p>PM Modi&nbsp;met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the President's House in Moscow on Monday (Jul&nbsp;8).</p>

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<p>Putin welcomed the Indian prime minister&nbsp;and the two leaders shook hands and warmly greeted each other before proceeding to their bilateral talks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi took to social media platform X and shared, "Gratitude to President Putin for hosting me at Novo-Ogaryovo this evening. Looking forward to our talks tomorrow as well, which will surely go a long way in further cementing the bonds of friendship between India and Russia?"</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Gratitude to President Putin for hosting me at Novo-Ogaryovo this evening. Looking forward to our talks tomorrow as well, which will surely go a long way in further cementing the bonds of friendship between India and Russia. <a href="https://t.co/eDdgDr0USZ">pic.twitter.com/eDdgDr0USZ</a></p>
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<p>Notably, the issue of Indians working for the Russian Army had also been raised by the opposition with the Congress questioning the government's stance on the issue.</p>

<p>The two leaders also discussed about Ukraine and will hold more comprehensive talks later today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to government sources, India believes that the solution to the Ukraine conflict cannot be achieved on the battlefield. This outlook is shared by the Global South and requires the involvement of both parties to resolve the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy.</p>

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<p>PM Modi on Tuesday (Jul&nbsp;9) will lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and will also visit the ROSATOM pavilion.</p>

<p>PM Narendra Modi began his visit to Russia on Monday (Jul&nbsp;8) and received a Guard of Honour on his arrival in Moscow.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This is Narendra Modi's first visit to Russia since the Ukraine war began in late February 2022. The Indian prime minister has held telephonic&nbsp;conversations with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky several times, emphasising the need for diplomacy and dialogue to end the war.</p>

<p>Before meeting Putin, Modi met the Indian community in Moscow. "A memorable welcome in Moscow! I thank the Indian community for their affection," he said.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a major diplomatic victory for India, Russia will release and assist in the return of all Indians reportedly serving in the Russian Army. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a two-day visit to Russia, brought up this issue during his discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

In a major diplomatic victory for India, Russia will release and assist in the return of all Indians reportedly serving in the Russian Army. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a two-day visit to Russia, brought up this issue during his discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin. PM Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the President's House in Moscow on Monday (Jul 8). Also read: Modi in Russia: Indian PM holds meeting with Russian President Putin Putin welcomed the Indian prime minister and the two leaders shook hands and warmly greeted each other before proceeding to their bilateral talks. PM Modi took to social media platform X and shared, "Gratitude to President Putin for hosting me at Novo-Ogaryovo this evening. Looking forward to our talks tomorrow as well, which will surely go a long way in further cementing the bonds of friendship between India and Russia?" Gratitude to President Putin for hosting me at Novo-Ogaryovo this evening. Looking forward to our talks tomorrow as well, which will surely go a long way in further cementing the bonds of friendship between India and Russia. pic.twitter.com/eDdgDr0USZ — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 8, 2024 × Notably, the issue of Indians working for the Russian Army had also been raised by the opposition with the Congress questioning the government's stance on the issue. The two leaders also discussed about Ukraine and will hold more comprehensive talks later today. According to government sources, India believes that the solution to the Ukraine conflict cannot be achieved on the battlefield. This outlook is shared by the Global South and requires the involvement of both parties to resolve the conflict through dialogue and diplomacy. Also read: PM Modi in Russia: Private dinner with Putin, Rosatom pavilion visit PM Modi on Tuesday (Jul 9) will lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and will also visit the ROSATOM pavilion. PM Narendra Modi began his visit to Russia on Monday (Jul 8) and received a Guard of Honour on his arrival in Moscow. × This is Narendra Modi's first visit to Russia since the Ukraine war began in late February 2022. The Indian prime minister has held telephonic conversations with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky several times, emphasising the need for diplomacy and dialogue to end the war. Before meeting Putin, Modi met the Indian community in Moscow. "A memorable welcome in Moscow! I thank the Indian community for their affection," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Jul 9) was presented with the 'Order of St Andrew the Apostle' by Russian leader Vladimir Putin. The highest order of chivalry in Russia was bestowed on him in the year 2019 at St Catherine's Hall of the Moscow Kremlin.</p>

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<p>PM Modi received the award for "his distinguished contribution to the development of a privileged strategic partnership between Russia and India and friendly ties between the two countries".<br />
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Later in his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "...I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you (President Putin) for honouring me with Russia's highest (civilian) award. This honour is not just mine, this is the honour of 140 crore Indians. This is the honour of the centuries-old deep friendship and mutual trust between India and Russia. This is the honour of our special and privileged strategic partnership...In the past 2.5 decades, under your leadership, India-Russia relations have strengthened in all directions and have scaled new heights each time. The foundation of strategic ties between the two nations that you had laid has only further strengthened with the passing of time. Our mutual cooperation, based on people-to-partnership, is becoming the hope and guarantee of a better future of our people..."</p>

<h2><strong>More about the award</strong></h2>

<p>The 'Order of St Andrew the Apostle' was established by Tsar Peter the Great in 1698 in honour of Saint Andrew. The order was initially meant to recognise the efforts of individuals towards the betterment of the state and their outstanding civilian and military service.</p>

<p>The honour was scrapped following the Russian Revolution of 1917 but was reinstated in the post-Soviet era and continues to date.</p>

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<p>In Russia, the award is considered as a prestige and a symbol of high honour.</p>

<p>Modi was originally decorated with the award in 2019 when he visited Russia to attend a a forum in the far eastern port of Vladivostok.</p>

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<p>The two leaders then met in September 2022 at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Uzbekistan.</p>

<p>During his current visit, PM Modi will also lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Jul 9) was presented with the 'Order of St Andrew the Apostle' by Russian leader Vladimir Putin. The highest order of chivalry in Russia was bestowed on him in the year 2019 at St Catherine's Hall of the Moscow Kremlin.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Jul 9) was presented with the 'Order of St Andrew the Apostle' by Russian leader Vladimir Putin. The highest order of chivalry in Russia was bestowed on him in the year 2019 at St Catherine's Hall of the Moscow Kremlin. #WATCH | Russian President Vladimir Putin confers Russia's highest civilian honour, Order of St Andrew the Apostle on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. pic.twitter.com/aBBJ2QAINF — ANI (@ANI) July 9, 2024 × PM Modi received the award for "his distinguished contribution to the development of a privileged strategic partnership between Russia and India and friendly ties between the two countries". Later in his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "...I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you (President Putin) for honouring me with Russia's highest (civilian) award. This honour is not just mine, this is the honour of 140 crore Indians. This is the honour of the centuries-old deep friendship and mutual trust between India and Russia. This is the honour of our special and privileged strategic partnership...In the past 2.5 decades, under your leadership, India-Russia relations have strengthened in all directions and have scaled new heights each time. The foundation of strategic ties between the two nations that you had laid has only further strengthened with the passing of time. Our mutual cooperation, based on people-to-partnership, is becoming the hope and guarantee of a better future of our people..." More about the award The 'Order of St Andrew the Apostle' was established by Tsar Peter the Great in 1698 in honour of Saint Andrew. The order was initially meant to recognise the efforts of individuals towards the betterment of the state and their outstanding civilian and military service. The honour was scrapped following the Russian Revolution of 1917 but was reinstated in the post-Soviet era and continues to date. Also read: 'War not a solution, murder of children gives pain:' PM Modi's stern message to Putin In Russia, the award is considered as a prestige and a symbol of high honour. Modi was originally decorated with the award in 2019 when he visited Russia to attend a a forum in the far eastern port of Vladivostok. Also read: Will Modi-Putin discuss floating nuclear power plants for India? The two leaders then met in September 2022 at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Uzbekistan. During his current visit, PM Modi will also lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. (With inputs from agencies)

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