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India and Russia intend to increase trade to $100 billion in five years. This is a response to trade pressure from the United States.
Indian state-owned oil refineries have resumed purchases of Russian Urals oil after a short break. This comes despite criticism from American officials and threats of sanctions.
Russia expects to retain India as a stable oil client, offering discounts of about 5% off the market price. The US is increasing pressure on India over its purchases of Russian oil, imposing duties and accusing it of supporting "Putin's war."
Vladimir Putin is holding numerous telephone conversations with world leaders. This is happening against the backdrop of Donald Trump's meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders.
The presidents of China and Brazil, Xi Jinping and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, discussed international politics and called for joint resistance to US "unilateralism" and "protectionism. " The leaders agreed to strengthen coordination within BRICS and the "G20," as well as deepen partnership to strengthen the unity of Global South countries.
President Zelenskyy discussed Russian attacks and sanctions with Indian Prime Minister Modi. India supports Ukraine's peace efforts and the position that "everything concerning Ukraine must be resolved with Ukraine's participation."
India supports the upcoming meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska. New Delhi considers the summit a promising step towards ending the war in Ukraine.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed with Putin the latest developments regarding Ukraine and reaffirmed commitment to deepening strategic partnership. Modi expects to meet Putin in India later this year.
Indian state-owned oil refineries are suspending spot purchases of Russian crude oil. This comes amid increased pressure from Washington and the imposition of tariffs on Indian exports.
The US is doubling tariffs on Indian goods as punishment for purchases of Russian oil. This creates a dilemma for India, which has long-standing relations with Moscow.
India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar will visit Russia for annual consultations. This comes amid growing tensions in India-US relations and Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on the country to buy local goods in response to US threats to impose tariffs. The Modi administration has not instructed Indian refineries to stop buying Russian oil, considering it a commercial decision.
Stephen Miller, advisor to the President of the United States of America, accused India of funding Russia's war against Ukraine through oil purchases. He noted that India is effectively linked with China in purchasing Russian oil.
India has not obliged refineries to stop buying Russian oil, despite criticism from Donald Trump. The purchase of crude oil remains a commercial decision for the refineries.
Fauja Singh, the world's oldest marathon runner, died at the age of 114 in India after being hit by a car. He started running at 89, finished nine marathons, and was a torchbearer at the 2012 Olympic Games.
Putin did not attend the BRICS summit in Brazil due to the ICC warrant, and Xi Jinping did not visit the event. Andriy Kovalenko stated that BRICS did not become an anti-Western axis, and Russia is a ballast in this coalition.
India's Defense Minister called on China to intensify work on demarcating the Himalayan section of the border. This is the first such public call from a high-ranking Indian official since 2014, amidst the ongoing border conflict.
The Axiom 4 commercial mission successfully launched to the ISS, delivering astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary. This is the first time representatives from these countries have been sent into space in decades, highlighting their financial participation in the project.
Today, June 21, marks Atheist Solidarity Day, International Yoga Day, Selfie Day, and World Music Day. Also, according to the church calendar, the Day of Remembrance of the Holy Martyr Julian of Tarsus is honored.
The ceasefire between India and Pakistan was the result of negotiations between the countries, not US mediation. Indian Prime Minister Modi stressed that the US has no merit in this situation.
An Air India plane en route to London crashed in India immediately after takeoff, killing at least 30 people. The plane crashed in a residential area near the city of Ahmedabad airport.
According to India Today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to miss the G7 summit due to domestic political circumstances. This will be the first missed G7 meeting since 2019.
Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called on the IAEA to take control of Pakistan's nuclear weapons.
Indian and Pakistani military officials have agreed to a ceasefire by Sunday, May 18. Negotiations took place the day before, according to the Pakistani Foreign Minister.
President Trump said his priority is to end wars, but he will not hesitate to use American power if necessary. The US also offered assistance in negotiations between India and Pakistan.
The Prime Minister of India stated that the pause in hostilities with Pakistan is not the end of India's offensive operation. He emphasized that India will closely monitor Pakistan's actions.
The Director Generals of Military Operations of India and Pakistan discussed a ceasefire and the reduction of military forces on the border. India suspended the operation to assess Pakistan's readiness for peace.
Indian forces struck terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistani-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan closed its airspace for 48 hours.
India is conducting nationwide civil defense drills due to the escalating conflict with Pakistan. Authorities are testing sirens, conducting evacuation drills, and practicing responses to power outages.
The Indian Air Force has been put on full combat readiness on the western border amid escalating tensions with Pakistan. Advanced fighters have been deployed at forward bases and air defense systems have been activated.