Putin lands in New Delhi for two-day diplomatic visit; PM Modi personally receives him at Palam Airport

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on a two-day official visit, where he was received at Palam Airport by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a rare break of protocol. President Putin was accorded a ceremonial welcome upon arrival. The visit is expected to include high-level talks aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across strategic, defence, trade, and energy sectors.