New UP BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary holds organizational meetings across key regions, focusing on ideological centers like Ayodhya and Mathura while addressing political challenges ahead of panchayat and state elections.
A proposed US law with 500% tariffs on Russian crude buyers could severely impact India's export market. Learn about the bill's details and its potential consequences for India's economy.
India is closely tracking a proposed US legislation that could impose tariffs up to 500% on nations buying Russian crude. Officials reaffirm energy security needs for 1.4 billion people.
The US confiscates a Russian oil tanker, the 'Vladimir Kozitsky,' in the Caribbean for violating sanctions. This marks the second such seizure in weeks, intensifying pressure on Moscow's energy trade.
MEA states India is closely watching Trump's proposed 500% tariff on Russian oil. India's energy buys are driven by market needs for national security. Read the full statement.
Three Indian nationals were among the crew of the Russian oil tanker 'Marinera' seized by the US. The vessel was targeted for violating price cap sanctions on Russian oil. Details inside.
The US seizes a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the Pacific, prompting Moscow to deploy a submarine. This escalation highlights the ongoing global tensions over sanctions enforcement. Read the full details.
Russia claims its air defences smashed 129 Ukrainian drones overnight across more than 20 regions. Get the latest details on this major escalation and its implications.
India has imported €144 billion worth of Russian crude since the Ukraine invasion, becoming Moscow's second-largest fossil fuel buyer. Discover the data and shifting dynamics amid sanctions.
The US threat of secondary sanctions & tariffs on Russian oil forces India into a tough balancing act between energy security & diplomacy. Explore the economic and geopolitical implications.
US President Donald Trump warns India of potential tariff hikes if it doesn't address Russian oil purchases. Get the latest details on this developing trade tension.
Finland detains a Russian cargo vessel suspected of damaging a critical undersea gas pipeline and telecom cable. The incident escalates regional security tensions. Read the full details.
Russia's top general Valery Gerasimov states President Putin has ordered the expansion of a buffer zone in Ukraine's Sumy and Kharkiv regions in 2026. Read the latest developments.
India's Russian oil imports crash to a 3-year low of 1.1M bpd in Dec 2025 as US sanctions bite. Reliance pauses buys, state refiners tread cautiously. What's next for India's energy security? Read more.
Poland scrambled fighter jets on Christmas after a Russian reconnaissance aircraft was detected near its airspace over the Baltic Sea. The incident highlights escalating tensions on NATO's eastern flank. Read the full report.
A Russian court sentenced Igor Salikov, a former pro-war activist, to six years in prison for discrediting the army. Read the full story of his dramatic turn against Putin's regime.
India sees a massive 4x surge in Russian alcohol imports, mainly vodka, hitting 520 tonnes worth $900,000 in 2025. Discover the details behind this new trade trend.
The head of a key Russian defence research institute died after setting himself on fire at Moscow's Red Square. The incident highlights intense pressure on defence firms to ramp up military production. Read the full report.
A senior Russian military commander, Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, was killed in a car bomb attack in Moscow. Investigators suspect Ukrainian intelligence. Read the full report.
Explore the deep cultural bond between India & Russia, from Bollywood's SRK to Tolstoy's tales & shared crafts. Discover how soft power strengthens diplomacy. Read more.
Russian President Vladimir Putin's planned visit to India is a major diplomatic event, highlighting strong bilateral ties. An Indian-origin Russian MLA explains its importance. Read more.
Russian MiG-31 fighter jets sparked major NATO air defense response near Polish border. Poland and Germany activated Patriot missile systems amid rising Eastern Europe tensions. Read full analysis.
Explore India's football subcultures beyond cricket obsession. Discover how 10 regions keep the beautiful game alive with passionate local tournaments and community support.
Russian troops patrol Pokrovsk neighborhoods as residents show varied responses. Donetsk head confirms Russian control expands while Ukrainian forces retreat. Latest updates from Donbas front.
New US sanctions on Russian oil firms leave 48 million barrels stranded at sea, forcing Asian buyers like India to seek urgent alternatives. Discover the market impact.
Reliance Industries stops importing Russian crude for its export-focused refinery to comply with EU ban on Russian-origin petroleum products. RIL accounts for half of India's Russian oil imports.
Reliance Industries ceases Russian oil imports for its export-only refinery from November 20. All December exports will use non-Russian crude. Get the full story on this major energy shift.
Dr Anagha Bhat-Behere from SPPU receives the Dostoevsky Star Award for promoting Russian language and literature in India. Discover her remarkable contributions to cultural exchange.
India's coffee production faces marginal growth in FY26 as climate change impacts yield. Learn how irregular rainfall and dry summers affect Indian coffee regions.
Discover the unique teas of South India beyond Nilgiris. Learn about high-elevation estates, regional flavors, and the awards celebrating their diversity. Explore now!