Vladimir Putin described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a reliable and sincere leader, saying it is very pleasant to talk to someone of such integrity. He noted that Modi is committed to strengthening Russia-India ties in defence, energy, and culture, and added that their conversations are engaging and interesting, "like humans."

President Vladimir Putin on Monday signed a decree granting visa-free access to Russia for up to 30 days for many categories of Chinese citizens, including tourists, business people, academics, artists and sports people.

LONDON: Two European leaders are visiting major Asian nations this week. French President Emmanuel Macron is now on a three-day tour of China, while Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to arrive in India for a two-day visit on Dec 4.

The Russian President's India trip comes as relations between Washington and Delhi remain strained, writes Harsh V. Pant.

The Trump administration, which crippled Russia’s oil sales to India with sanctions, will be watching Mr. Putin’s talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Vladimir Putin has his ‘poop suitcase’. But he is not the only one who does not use a public toilet when travelling overseas. North Korea’s Kim Jong-un’s entourage wipes down every surface that he has touched.

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