Tharoor: Putin Banquet 'Warm & Engaging' with Russian Delegation

• Congress MP Shashi Tharoor attended a state banquet for Russian President Vladimir Putin at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
• Tharoor described the atmosphere as "warm and engaging" and conversed with Russian delegates.
• The banquet, hosted by President Droupadi Murmu, brought together dignitaries from both countries.
• President Putin's visit aims to strengthen strategic, defence, and energy cooperation between India and Russia.

Why It Matters: It underscores India's ongoing strategic and diplomatic ties with Russia.