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Indian students recovering after stabbing at Russian university

Indian students recovering after stabbing at Russian university

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Four Indian medical students injured in a stabbing attack at a Russian university are reported to be stable and recovering well. The attacker, a 15-year-old, is also hospitalized.

4 Indian students stabbed in Russia, attacker linked to neo-Nazi group

4 Indian students stabbed in Russia, attacker linked to neo-Nazi group

Rediff.com   1 days ago

Four Indian students were among those injured in a stabbing attack at a university in Russia's Bashkortostan Republic. Authorities are investigating the incident, and the Indian Embassy is providing assistance.

India free to buy oil from any country, says Russia amid US claims

India free to buy oil from any country, says Russia amid US claims

Rediff.com   5 days ago

The Kremlin has stated that India is free to purchase oil from any country, dismissing claims that India agreed to reduce Russian oil imports. Russia maintains that energy trade with India benefits both nations and contributes to international energy market stability.

No word from India on stopping oil imports: Russia

No word from India on stopping oil imports: Russia

Rediff.com   6 days ago

The Kremlin states it has not received confirmation from India regarding a halt to Russian oil purchases, following claims made by former US President Donald Trump. Russia affirms its commitment to strengthening relations with India.

Military victory in Ukraine visible, focus on... : Medvedev

Military victory in Ukraine visible, focus on... : Medvedev

Rediff.com   2 Feb 2026

Deputy Chairman of Russia's National Security Council Dmitry Medvedev claims military victory in Ukraine is visible and emphasizes the need to plan for the aftermath. He also comments on Donald Trump's desire to be seen as a peacemaker.

Russia had sold Alaska to US: Putin on Trump's Greenland bid

Russia had sold Alaska to US: Putin on Trump's Greenland bid

Rediff.com   22 Jan 2026

Putin said that the Greenland issues doesn't concern him.

Putin considers joining Trump's Gaza Peace Board

Putin considers joining Trump's Gaza Peace Board

Rediff.com   19 Jan 2026

The Kremlin has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has received an invitation to join US President Donald Trump's Gaza Peace Board and is currently considering the offer.

Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations

Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations

Rediff.com   15 Jan 2026

Russia has expelled a British diplomat, Gareth Samuel Davies, accusing him of spying and working for UK secret services. The UK's Charge d'Affaires was summoned, and a formal protest was lodged. Russia warned of retaliation if the UK escalates the situation.

3 Indians among crew on board Russian tanker seized by US

3 Indians among crew on board Russian tanker seized by US

Rediff.com   8 Jan 2026

The US Coast Guard seized a Russian oil tanker, the Marinera, in the North Atlantic. The crew includes three Indian citizens. Moscow has protested the seizure, calling it a violation of international maritime law and demanding humane treatment of the crew.

Russia says Ukrainian drones targeted Putin's home; Zelenskyy denies

Russia says Ukrainian drones targeted Putin's home; Zelenskyy denies

Rediff.com   30 Dec 2025

Russia claims Ukraine launched a drone attack on President Putin's residence, which was thwarted. Russia warns of retaliation and accuses Ukraine of trying to derail peace talks.

No plan to attack Europe, but response will be devastating, warns Russia

No plan to attack Europe, but response will be devastating, warns Russia

Rediff.com   28 Dec 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that Russia does not intend to attack Europe, but any attack on Russia would face a devastating response. He also accused the EU's 'war party' of hindering Ukraine peace efforts and pledged support for China on Taiwan.

Russia ratifies key military pact with India ahead of Putin's visit

Russia ratifies key military pact with India ahead of Putin's visit

Rediff.com   2 Dec 2025

Russia's State Duma ratified a key military pact with India, the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS), ahead of President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi. The agreement facilitates mutual logistical support between the two countries' military forces during exercises, training, and disaster relief efforts.

India, Russia to ink pact for skilled migration during Putin's visit

India, Russia to ink pact for skilled migration during Putin's visit

Rediff.com   11 Nov 2025

India and Russia are expected to sign a bilateral mobility agreement during President Vladimir Putin's visit to New Delhi, establishing a framework for legal migration, worker protection, and expansion of skilled Indian manpower in Russia.

Russia deploys nuke sub capable of 'wiping out nations'

Russia deploys nuke sub capable of 'wiping out nations'

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2025

Russia has launched its latest nuclear submarine to be armed with a 'Poseidon' nuclear drone, also known as 'doomsday missile' capable of 'wiping out' coastal nations, according to media reports.

Putin orders N-drills amid uncertainty over Trump meet to end Ukraine war

Putin orders N-drills amid uncertainty over Trump meet to end Ukraine war

Rediff.com   22 Oct 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin supervised strategic nuclear forces drills amid uncertainty surrounding a potential summit with US President Donald Trump to address the Ukraine conflict.

JF-17 engine sale to Pak benefits India, claims Russian experts

JF-17 engine sale to Pak benefits India, claims Russian experts

Rediff.com   6 Oct 2025

A Russian defence expert says the reported sale of RD-93 engines to Pakistan for integration into the JF-17 will actually benefit India, dismissing criticism of the Indian government by the opposition.

Modi won't bow down to foreign pressure: Putin on US tariffs

Modi won't bow down to foreign pressure: Putin on US tariffs

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced his upcoming visit to India in December and expressed his intention to address the trade imbalance between the two countries, particularly concerning India's crude oil imports from Russia. He also lauded India's independent stance on international issues and highlighted the strong relationship between the two nations.

Putin to visit India in Dec for annual summit with Modi

Putin to visit India in Dec for annual summit with Modi

Rediff.com   2 Oct 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India in December for an annual summit with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Kremlin said.

Russia offers India cooperation in localising nuclear power plants

Russia offers India cooperation in localising nuclear power plants

Rediff.com   19 Sep 2025

Russia has offered India cooperation in localising large and small nuclear power plants as part of a civil nuclear energy collaboration between the two countries. The offer was made during a meeting at the IAEA General Conference in Vienna.

Talking to them like...: Russia on US tariff threats to India, China

Talking to them like...: Russia on US tariff threats to India, China

Rediff.com   19 Sep 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Thursday said the US threats of tariffs against India and China are failing and there is a growing understanding in Washington of the futility of talking in such language with two ancient civilisations.