World Exclusive: Putin Reveals Truth Behind Viral Car Ride With PM Modi, Calls It 'Sign of Friendship'

In this special broadcast, India Today presents a world exclusive interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin ahead of his visit to New Delhi. Anchors Akshita Nandagopal, Gaurav Sawant, and Preeti Choudhry analyse the 100-minute uncensored conversation conducted by Anjana Om Kashyap and Geeta Mohan. President Putin shares the backstory of his viral car ride with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, revealing it was 'not pre-planned' but a spontaneous 'sign of friendship'. He also heaps praise on India's economic performance, noting that the 'rate of growth is 7.7 percent' and calling it the 'first result in the world'. The panel discusses the global significance of the interview, touching upon Putin's views on Donald Trump, tariffs, and the 'palace intrigue' surrounding the Russian leader.