Russian President Vladimir Putin praised India's independent foreign policy and economic growth under PM Modi. He stated that Western attempts to pressure India into reducing cooperation with Russia are futile and harmful to global stability. Putin emphasized that bilateral trade is expected to reach $100 billion and highlighted India as a reliable partner whose relationship with the US does not weaken its time-tested bonds with Moscow. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/putting-pressure-on-modi-is-bad-for-international-relations-putin-12003239 #creator program