World Exclusive: Putin Backs Modi On US Tariffs, Wants Ukraine Deal

In this World Exclusive, Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks to India Today’s Anjana Om Kashyap and Geeta Mohan at the Kremlin’s Ekaterina Hall. Ahead of his India visit, Putin asserts that 'India is a great power, not an English or British colony' and praises Prime Minister Narendra Modi for resisting Western pressure. The 100-minute interview covers the Ukraine war, relations with US President Donald Trump, and defence ties. India Today Group Chairperson Aroon Purie and Vice Chairperson Kalli Purie also analyse the historic interaction, describing it as a 'coming out ball' for Indian media on the global stage.