Modi-Putin 'Car Diplomacy': Gaurav Sawant On How Leaders' Tianjin Ride Will Be Replicated In Delhi

In this Special Report, India Today's Akshita Nandagopal anchors live coverage of Russian President Vladimir Putin's arrival in New Delhi. Managing Editor Gaurav Sawant analyses the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision to personally receive Putin at the airport and travel with him in the 'same car' to 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. Sawant draws parallels to their September 2025 meeting in Tianjin, China, where a similar gesture signaled strong bilateral ties to the West. Reporters Amit Bhardwaj and Pranay Upadhyay provide ground updates from Palam Airport and the PM's residence, confirming the Russian fleet's entry into Indian airspace and the exclusive dinner agenda.