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Russia and India to reshape defence ties amid New Delhi's push for self-reliance"In response to India's aspirations for self-reliance, the partnership is currently being reoriented toward joint research and development, as well as the production of advanced defence platforms," the statement said.
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<div class="paragraphs"><p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Russian President Vladimir Putin.</p></div>

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Moscow: Russia and India will reshape their defence ties to take account of New Delhi's push for self-reliance, the two countries said in a joint statement on Friday after a summit between President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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"In response to India's aspirations for self-reliance, the partnership is currently being reoriented toward joint research and development, as well as the production of advanced defence platforms," the statement said.

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(Published 05 December 2025, 16:32 IST)