Putin's India visit: Modi gifts Bhagavad Gita, defense talks begin

• Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India and was personally welcomed by PM Modi.
• PM Modi gifted Putin a Russian Bhagavad Gita, setting the tone for the upcoming summit.
• Putin's schedule includes a formal welcome, bilateral talks, MoU signings, and a meeting with President Murmu.
• This is Putin's first visit to India since the Ukraine War, leading to strict diplomatic and security arrangements.
• Indian and Russian Defense Ministers held a crucial meeting to strengthen defense partnership before Putin's arrival.

Why It Matters: Putin's post-Ukraine war India visit solidifies crucial India-Russia strategic ties.