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Putin Arrives in New Delhi Ahead of BRICS Summit, Meets PM Modi
✍️ DD News
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 12:36 AM
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Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in New Delhi today to attend the BRICS summit and hold bilateral talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on a flight from Moscow, landing at Indira Gandhi International Airport early this morning. He is scheduled to attend the BRICS summit, which will be hosted by India this year.
The visit is part of a broader diplomatic agenda, with Putin expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a bilateral discussion on trade, security and global governance.
Both leaders are likely to discuss strengthening cooperation in areas such as energy, technology and counterterrorism. The talks will also touch on the geopolitical climate and the role of emerging economies in shaping international norms.
India’s hosting of the BRICS summit marks a milestone for the country’s foreign policy, and the presence of Russia’s top leader underscores the importance of the event for multilateral cooperation.
The visit is part of a broader diplomatic agenda, with Putin expected to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a bilateral discussion on trade, security and global governance.
Both leaders are likely to discuss strengthening cooperation in areas such as energy, technology and counterterrorism. The talks will also touch on the geopolitical climate and the role of emerging economies in shaping international norms.
India’s hosting of the BRICS summit marks a milestone for the country’s foreign policy, and the presence of Russia’s top leader underscores the importance of the event for multilateral cooperation.