Ami Bera, member of the US House of Representatives, has made an important comment regarding the relations between India and America. He was speaking at the hearing of the Subcommittee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives on South and Central Asia. During this, he openly expressed his views on India’s foreign policy, global role, H-1B visa issues, India’s proximity with Russia and balanced coexistence with China.

Ami Bera told that recently a senior member had a joint photo of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Some members objected to this picture, but according to Bera, this picture reflects India’s long-term strategy. He said that India will have to co-exist with China to some extent due to its geographical and strategic environment, but its real priorities and long-term interests clearly lie with the Western countries. According to him, India understands that America plays an important role in its economic and technological progress.

Concern over H-1B visa fees
Ami Bera also spoke on an important issue related to the American immigration system. He said that the fee of up to $100,000 on H-1B visa puts a huge burden on the companies and American companies also suffer losses due to this. According to him, President Trump has also understood that stopping technical talent from coming to America is not in the interest of the country. Bera also expressed the hope that in future such a visa system can be created so that Indian scientists and engineers can go to America without complications and American experts can visit India. He said that these are the people who do not have any security concerns and this would be an ideal step for technical cooperation between the two countries.

America’s concern on Russia-India relations

India’s close relations with Russia often become a topic of discussion in America. Ami Bera gave his clear opinion on this also. He acknowledged that US policymakers have some concerns about India’s close ties with Russia, but he also acknowledged that these ties stem from India’s historical and strategic circumstances. He said that India’s dialogue with Russia is important even today and it is this unique position that gives India a unique role on the global stage. Bera also added that President Biden is making genuine efforts to end the Ukraine conflict and India can play a mediator or bridge role in this process.

Preparation to bring Russia into the mainstream after Ukraine war

Ami Bera indicated that after the end of the Ukraine conflict, the US and its allies will have to think together about how to re-integrate Russia into the global mainstream. He acknowledged that India’s role could be very important in this goal, because India maintains dialogue with both Russia and the West.

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China has shown a positive attitude towards the recent visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to India, saying that strong trilateral relations between India, China and Russia are important not only for regional but also global stability and peace. This statement of China has come at a time when relations between Russia and China are already strong and India-China relations are moving towards normalization.

‘India-China-Russia are important pillars of the Global South’- Ministry of External Affairs
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said in a press briefing that China, India and Russia are emerging economies and important voices of the Global South. He said that strong and lasting cooperation between these three countries will not only be beneficial for them but will also contribute to global security, development and prosperity. Guo said, ‘Keeping trilateral cooperation strong is in the interest of all countries and will prove beneficial for stability in Asia and the entire world.’

RIC relations important for global security: China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson

Guo Jiakun said that India, Russia and China are major developing economies and important partners of the Global South.

He said that maintaining good relations between these three countries is not only important for mutual interests. pic.twitter.com/LZNeZno4Fi

— RT Hindi (@RT_hindi_) December 8, 2025

Towards improvement in India-China relations
China has also given positive signals on India-China relations, which have cooled down since the 2020 tension in Eastern Ladakh. Guo Jiakun said that Beijing is committed to making relations with India natural, stable and strong with a long-term perspective. He said, ‘We are ready to handle these relations with India from a strategic and long-term perspective, so that the people of both the countries can get real benefits.’

China’s reaction to Putin’s statement
Beijing was keeping an eye on the deepening Russia-India relations. In an interview given before his visit to India, Putin had described India and China as Russia’s closest friends and expressed confidence that both the countries can resolve their disputes on their own. Responding to this statement, China said that it is ready to pursue strong bilateral cooperation with both Russia and India. China’s state media gave prominence to these statements of Putin, in which he also rejected American criticism on India buying oil from Russia.

Many agreements during Putin’s visit to India
President Vladimir Putin came on an official visit to India on 4-5 December. This was his first visit to India after 2021. During this period, many important agreements related to trade, defence, energy and investment were signed. Both countries aimed to increase bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030 and approved a long-term economic cooperation program.

Today is the second day of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India. In the morning he went to Rashtrapati Bhavan, then paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat and then had talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House. While giving a joint statement, both the leaders gave many examples of friendship.

PM Modi said- Putin irrigated relations
PM Modi said in celebration of Putin’s visit to India, ‘Today I am very happy to welcome President Putin to the 23rd summit of India and Russia. His visit is taking place at a time when our bilateral relations are passing through several historic milestones. Exactly 25 years ago, President Putin laid the foundation of our strategic partnership. 15 years ago in 2010, our partnership got the status of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.

PM Modi further said, ‘For the last two and a half decades, he has continuously nurtured these relationships with his leadership and vision. His leadership has given mutual relations new heights in every situation. I am deeply thankful to President Putin, my friend, for this deep friendship and his efforts for India.

Putin said that important talks took place between us
Putin also expressed happiness on coming to India. He said, ‘I am heartily thankful to President Draupadi Murmu and PM Modi for this warm welcome. We have discussed in the spirit of friendship and partnership.

Both the leaders described their friendship as very strong
PM Modi described his friendship with Putin as a pole star. PM Modi said, ‘In the last 8 decades, there have been many ups and downs in the world, humanity has had to go through many challenges and crises, but even in the meantime, the friendship between India and Russia has remained like a pole star.’

At the same time, Putin said, ‘The relations between the two countries are very old and deep. These are not just words, there is a very strong and true basis behind them. The friendship between India and Russia is not just in name, but they are trustworthy to each other.

Agreement on economic cooperation program
PM Modi said, ‘Today we discussed all aspects of cooperation to further strengthen this foundation. It is our common responsibility to take economic cooperation to new heights. To make this a reality, today we have agreed on an economic cooperation program till 2030. This will make our trade and investment diverse, balanced and sustainable.

He further said, ‘Today President Putin and I will get a chance to attend the India-Russia Business Forum. I am confident that this platform will give new strength to our business relations. This will also open new doors for export, co-production and co-innovation.

India-Russia will cooperate on agriculture and fertilizer sectors
PM Modi said, ‘Both sides are trying to end the FTA with the Eurasian Economic Union soon. Our close cooperation in the field of agriculture and fertilizers is essential for food security and betterment of farmers. I am happy that taking this forward, both the parties are now trying to produce urea together.

India-Russia together against terrorism
Modi said, ‘India and Russia have been standing shoulder to shoulder in the fight against terrorism for a long time. Be it the terrorist attack in Pahalgam or the cowardly attack on Crocus City Hall, the root of all these incidents is the same.

He said, ‘India firmly believes that terrorism is a direct attack on the values ​​of humanity and the unity of the world against it is our greatest strength. India and Russia have close cooperation on UN, G20, BRICS, SCO and other forums. We will continue our dialogue and cooperation on all these platforms.

Putin said, ‘PM Modi and I have created a close working dialogue. We met during the SCO summit and we ourselves are overseeing the Russia-India dialogue.

30 day tourist visa will be issued for Russian citizens
Modi said, ‘In October this year, lakhs of devotees took blessings of the holy relics of Lord Buddha at the International Buddhist Forum. I am happy that we are soon going to launch 30-day free e-tourist visa and 30-day group tourist visa for Russian citizens.

India-Russia business increased by 12% in 1 year
Putin said, ‘Last year the two-way trade between India and Russia increased by 12%. This is a new record in itself. This figure may look slightly different in different sources, but on average it is about US$64 billion. We are estimating that this year also the level of business will remain equally strong. Both the countries are ready to take this trade to 100 billion dollars.

Nuclear plant being built with the help of Russia
Putin said, ‘Russia and India together are building the largest nuclear power plant in India. This is Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (Tamil Nadu). This is not India’s but Asia’s largest nuclear project. A total of 6 reactors are being built in this plant. Each reactor will generate 1000 MW electricity. That means, once the entire project is ready, 6000 MW (6 GW) electricity will be available from here. Three out of six reactors have already been connected to India’s energy network. The remaining 3 reactors (Units 4, 5 and 6) are in different stages of construction.

PM Modi said, ‘Energy security has been a strong and important pillar of India-Russia partnership. Our decades-long cooperation in the field of civil nuclear energy has been important in realizing our shared priorities of clean energy. We will continue this win-win cooperation.

Apart from this, many discussions took place between the two leaders, in which issues like critical minerals, connectivity, Vladivostok corridors and cultural cooperation were discussed.

In the end, PM Modi said, ‘I am confident that in the times to come, our friendship will give us the strength to face global challenges and this trust will further enrich our common future.’

Important agreements between India and Russia

• Agreement on cooperation and migration
• Agreement on healthcare and medical education
• Agreement on Food Safety and Standards
• Agreement on Polar Ships and Maritime Cooperation
• Agreement on Fertilizer

The meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi has given a new strength and momentum to the relations between the two countries. 7-The talks that lasted for about three hours at Lok Kalyan Marg were not only important from a strategic point of view, but also appeared to open many new avenues for future partnership.

Our relations are deeply rooted in history – Putin
President Vladimir Putin told Prime Minister Modi, our relations are deeply rooted in history, but what matters is not the words, but the essence, which is indeed very strong and deep. Describing the meeting as ‘friendly and meaningful’, he expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Modi.

Future direction: from AI to space
Russian President Putin mentioned plans for major expansion in many areas during the conversation. He said that the areas in which Russia and India are planning to move forward reflect the high level of trust between the two countries. He specifically mentioned things like Artificial Intelligence, aviation, high-tech sector, military-technical cooperation, space.

Open and direct dialogue on global issues
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India and Russia are in constant dialogue on global issues, especially Ukraine. PM Modi said that you (Vladimir Putin) tell me the exact situation. This is proof of the strong partnership between our countries.

New energy to economic partnership
Modi expressed hope that this meeting will add new energy to the economic progress of both the countries. I am confident that this meeting will generate new hope and further strengthen our economic partnership. We expect big results. Referring to the warmth of personal relations, Prime Minister Modi said, I am happy to say that our acquaintance is more than 25 years old.

Vladimir Putin is currently in India. His visit to India has more importance than ordinary diplomacy. His horoscope shows that in 2026, economic pressure, constant war fatigue and international sanctions will all affect Russia simultaneously. According to the planets, Putin with Libra ascendant and exalted Saturn does not open new frontiers in such a period, he depends on trusted partners. This is why India is very important and decisive in their foreign policy at this time.

The transit of Jupiter indicates rebalancing of foreign collaborations. Defense upgrade, energy supply and nuclear-space cooperation, all these areas will make India-Russia relations more stable in 2026. The increasing pressure from America will push Russia towards practical diplomacy and in this process India will play a balancing role.

Perhaps that is why Putin’s visit to India on 4-5 December 2025 does not fall within the scope of an ordinary diplomatic visit. Because this happened at a time when Russia is facing parallel challenges in its economy, war and international pressure. Interestingly, Putin’s astrological position is also pointing towards a clear turning point at this time.

What challenges will Putin face in 2026?

Leaders with Libra ascendant and exalted Saturn usually handle crises with structure, not detail. In 2026, the pressure of Saturn is increasing precisely where the stability of the state, resources and patience of the people come together to be tested. This pressure is also visible within Russia. The economy is tired, the war is constant and the grip of sanctions is stronger than ever. At such times, Putin focuses his energy not on new fronts but on trusted partnerships. The importance of India tour should be seen in this perspective.

How will Russia’s relations with India be?

India-Russia relations have been stable for a long time, but their nature is going to change in 2026. In Putin’s horoscope, Jupiter is activating the house of foreign policy, which suggests that this is the year when Russia will rebalance its list of trusted allies. Defence, energy, nuclear and space, all these sectors strengthen Russia’s relations with India. Despite Western pressure, Russia cannot distance itself from India in 2026; In fact this relationship will become more essential for him.

Russia-America tensions will intensify in 2026. Due to economic sanctions and pressure on energy channels, Russia may be forced to make limited agreements. But this pressure will make Russia’s foreign policy practical, both confrontation and contact will continue together. In this conflict, India emerges as a balance for Putin which is neither a part of the war nor a political burden. This is the strength of this relationship.

Russia’s closeness to Pakistan and China is often questioned, but Putin’s astrological calculations suggest that the India-Russia equation is stable, while other partnerships may change depending on strategic needs. Russia will keep these options open in 2026, but India will have a central place in them.

The picture that Putin’s horoscope points to for 2026 is simple. There is no direct threat to power, but pressure will increase from every direction. At such times, leaders choose their decisive partnerships. India visit can be considered a part of that process. A quiet but important message that Russia will define its scope next year not by expansion, but by security, and India will be present as a key pillar in that security.

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Putin India Visit: At present the world seems to be clearly divided into two axes. On one side is Russian President Vladimir Putin and on the other side is American President Donald Trump. America’s tariff policy and the anti-Russian stance of Western countries have increased global tension.

At the same time, India and China are prominent among the countries that openly support Russia. This support Russia is getting from Asia is troubling the western countries. In this background, Putin’s visit to India has become even more important.

Strategic strength of India and Russia in the eyes of China

China’s official newspaper Global Times wrote that the two leaders will discuss important issues like defense cooperation, energy security, trade expansion, technology and partnership in new emerging capabilities. Besides, the geopolitical situation of Euro Asia and Indo Pacific region will also be considered. According to reports, India and Russia are going to sign 10 government agreements and more than 15 business deals. This visit is taking place at a time when the European Commission is coming forward with tough proposals on the use of Russian funds, hence Putin’s visit to India is being considered as a direct message to the Western countries.

‘India-Russia partnership will not come under external pressure’

Professor Li Haidong of China Foreign Affairs University told Global Times that India-Russia relations are extremely strategic and can withstand any external pressure. He says that this partnership shows that neither India nor Russia is going to bow down to Western pressure. According to Lee, this cooperation shows the world that Russia is still an influential power and Western sanctions have not been able to weaken it. Also, India is not going to come under the pressure of America to buy oil and decides its foreign policy only on the basis of national interests.

Putin India Visit: Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that the increasing cooperation between India and Russia is not against any third country, America is also included in it. In an interview given to India Today in the Kremlin before his visit to India, he spoke openly on the future of India-Russia relations and America’s reactions.

When asked what India and Russia should do to deal with President Donald Trump’s tariff policies, Putin said, ‘He follows his own policy. He has advisors, his decisions are not taken just like that. His advisors believe that this type of tariff policy, i.e. imposing additional duties on trading partners, is beneficial for the US economy in the long run. In my understanding, he is doing his work honestly.

‘Russia does not believe in such policies’

Putin said that Russia does not adopt such practices. He said, ‘Our experts believe that there are risks in these policies, but every country and its government has the right to choose its economic policy. We have never done this, are not doing it now and have no such plans in the future. Our economy is open. We hope that whatever violation of World Trade Organization (WTO) rules has occurred will be rectified.

‘India-Russia cooperation is not against any country’

When asked what could be Trump’s reaction to programs like ‘Make in India, Make With Russia’, Putin clearly said, ‘Neither I nor Prime Minister Modi ever think of working together against anyone, despite external pressures. Trump follows his agenda, focuses on his goals, while we focus on our work, not against anyone, but to protect the interests of India and Russia. We do not harm anyone and I think leaders of other countries will understand this.

When asked what he thought about Trump’s recent statement that India was ‘funding the war’ by buying oil from Russia, Putin said, ‘I would never let any of my colleagues make this assessment of the citizens of their country during elections.’

‘America itself buys nuclear fuel from Russia’

Responding to Trump’s criticism on energy imports, Putin said that America itself buys nuclear fuel from Russia. He said, ‘As far as India’s purchase of Russian energy resources is concerned… I would like to say this, and I have said this publicly before, America itself buys nuclear fuel from Russia for its nuclear power plants.’

Putin further said, ‘This fuel is also uranium, which is used in America’s reactors. If America has the right to buy fuel from us, why should India not have the same right? This question is a matter of serious consideration and we are ready to discuss it, even with President Trump.

Just hours before setting foot on Indian soil, Russian President Vladimir Putin gave an interview in the Catherine Hall of the Kremlin, which caught the attention of the world. For the first time, he spoke openly to two Indian women journalists about his personal views, feelings towards India and relations with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This interview has come at the same time when India-Russia relations are at a new turning point and global politics is changing rapidly. During this conversation, Putin told the truth behind the story of the car ride with PM Modi during the SCO summit.

The day when Prime Minister Modi and Putin were seen sitting in the same Aurus Senate car after the SCO conference held in Tianjin, that moment became a part of history. When asked about this moment, Putin laughed lightly and said that there was no diplomatic formality in it. He himself had proposed that both of them should sit together and go. According to him, this step was a proof of personal trust and comfort between the two leaders. Putin also said that all this happened without any planning. As soon as we sat in the car the conversation started rapidly and even after reaching the destination the conversation continued for about 45 minutes.

Modi’s post, Putin’s wait and long conversation

While returning from the SCO conference, PM Modi had posted a picture with Putin on social media and wrote that conversations with him are always instructive. Reports from that day suggest that Putin himself waited for about ten minutes to receive the Prime Minister. Both went together from the conference venue to the hotel and even after reaching the hotel, an informal discussion continued for more than half an hour. This was the time when the world was witnessing slight tension in India-US relations, yet the warmth between India and Russia remained the same as before.

Why this message of friendship is important amid international tension

In recent times, there was tension in the economic relations between the two countries due to the taxes and warnings imposed by America on India regarding the purchase of Russian crude oil. Despite this, this scene of friendship between Putin and PM Modi gives a new signal to both public opinion and global politics that India does not take its diplomatic decisions under any pressure. Its relationship with Russia is strong not only at the strategic but also at the personal level.

This trip to India is historic

This visit of Putin has brought with it many historical references. For the first time after 2021, he is setting foot on Indian soil. This visit is taking place on the occasion of completion of 25 years of India-Russia partnership and along with it the 23rd annual bilateral summit is also being organized.

full tour schedule

With Putin’s arrival, Delhi honored him as a special guest. Breaking the tradition of protocol, Prime Minister Modi himself went to the airport and welcomed him. After that a special dinner was organized at the PM’s residence. Today the delegations of both the countries will sit face to face, in which it is expected to agree on many new guiding policies regarding military cooperation, technology, energy and trade. At the end of the day both the leaders will also issue a joint statement.

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Under the military agreement between India and Russia, both countries can deploy three thousand soldiers, five warships and 10 military aircraft at each other’s military bases. In this way, if Russia can maintain its presence in the Indian Ocean, India can step into the remote Arctic region.

During Putin’s visit to India, Russia’s Parliament (Duma) has approved a key defense agreement with India, which will allow both countries to deploy troops and equipment to each other’s territory for joint military exercises, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

The agreement, called Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS), was signed between the two countries and has now been approved by the Duma, the lower house of Russia’s parliament.

In fact, for the exploration of oil and minerals in the Arctic region, India wants its presence in this remote area because Russia has a long border with the Arctic region, hence this logistics agreement has been signed with Russia. There is heavy snowfall in this area and even ships have to cut ice to navigate. In such a situation, Russia has even offered to help India build a special ice-cutter ship for such areas.

On the other hand, Russia is the only P-5 (United Nations Security Council) country which has no presence in the Indian Ocean. In such a situation, Russia has confirmed its presence in this region by signing the RELS agreement with India.

The armies of India and Russia conduct joint exercise Indra (India-Russia). The special thing is that Russia is the first country with which all three wings of the Indian Army, the three wings of Russia i.e. Army, Air Force and Navy conduct joint military exercises. Its name is also Indra.

Exercise Indra between the two countries had stopped after the start of the Ukraine war. But this year once again this exercise between the Indian Army (Army) and the Russian Army was conducted at the Mahajan Field Firing Range near Bikaner.

US President Vladimir Putin’s watch collection always remains in the news. The President of Russia likes expensive watches very much. It is said that his collection of watches is more than his declared wealth. The evidence of his hobby has been seen in public places. When he has been seen many times wearing a luxury watch.

Putin wears a watch worth Rs 48 lakh!

According to the report of Moscow Times, he was spotted wearing a Patek Philippe Perpetual watch 10 years ago. Its market price is 60 thousand dollars. Its price in Indian rupees is estimated at Rs 48 lakh.

How expensive is a crocodile leather watch?

Experts say that Putin is fond of wearing crocodile leather watch. This watch is considered to be the most expensive in his watch collection. Its price is Rs 5 lakh dollars, i.e. worth Rs 4.5 crore. It is made of sapphire glass, platinum and crocodile leather. Apart from this, Putin has also been seen wearing a watch named Blancpain Lemon Aqua Lung Grande Date. Its price is said to be Rs 10 lakh.

Watch was gifted to a factory employee

His fondness for watches was also highlighted when the Guardian reported in a report that he gifted a £5,500 Blancpain watch to a factory worker. Then the employee’s son had said that his father had not expected such an expensive gift.

Putin’s watch collection once went viral

In fact, Russia’s opposition party Solidarity had once released a video. In this he was shown wearing an expensive watch. This video went viral on the internet. In this video it was claimed that Putin’s watch collection is worth 22 million rubles.