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India has never followed diktat from abroad: Putin's message to Trump at SPIEF

Putin, speaking at the SPIEF 2026, underlined that sovereignty and sovereign decision-making can never be contested, as he sent a stern message to Trump on attempts to pressure India to scale back its cooperation with Russia.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and PM Modi
  • Putin praises India's sovereign foreign policy, rejecting foreign diktats
  • Indian imports faced 50% US tariffs over Russian oil purchases
  • Says efforts to economically isolate Russia have failed

Tamil Nadu News

Annamalai chooses a brand new icon: APJ Abdul Kalam

After resigning from the BJP, K Annamalai announced that he would be launching a political movement that would gradually transition to a political party. Annamalai said that the movement would function under the APJ Abdul Kalam Centre for Ethics and Politics. Here's why invoking Kalam in Tamil Nadu politics is a masterstroke.

K Annamalai described former President of India, APJ Abdul Kalam, as "a humanist, a proud Tamilian, and a nationalist". (AI edited image)
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Opinion

The OG Cockroach Janta Party

The real Cockroach Janata Party has been in power since 1947. It has no manifesto, holds no rallies, and contests no elections. It just continues. It survives everything.

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India Today at SPIEF

Putin praises India's talent, says its coders are renowned across the world

Speaking at the plenary session of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), moderated by India Today's Geeta Mohan, Russian President Vladimir Putin said India and Russia share strong, trust-based and "brotherly" relations. He also praised India's human capital, noting that the country is globally recognised for its skilled workforce, especially in the technology sector.

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Tamil Nadu News

One CM (Vijay) can't change everything: Annamalai's only political message on TN

In his first address after quitting the BJP, K Annamalai announced his plans for a political movement and a party. In the 23-minute-long speech, Annamalai had only one message about Tamil Nadu's current political regime. Without naming C Joseph Vijay, Annamalai said just one chief minister cannot bring all the change needed in the state.

K Annamalai requested the people of Tamil Nadu to join his new politicsal movement, naming "We the Leader". (Image: File)

INDIA TODAY AT SPIEF

Putin slams Zelenskyy's 'rude' letter to him over Ukraine talks, praises Trump

Russian President Vladimir Putin criticised Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's open appeal for face-to-face talks, saying the letter contained "rude" remarks and reflected Kyiv's double standards on peace negotiations. He also commended US President Donald Trump for his efforts to broker an end to the conflict.

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India Today at SPIEF

Sanctions threats against India will 'boomerang' under PM Modi, says Putin

Responding to questions from India Today's Geeta Mohan at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Putin said India has consistently pursued policies guided by its national interests and would continue to do so regardless of external pressure over its ties with Russia.

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India Today at SPIEF

Putin decodes why Brics nations are moving beyond the dollar

At the SPIEF plenary session moderated by India Today's Geeta Mohan, Vladimir Putin argued that growing distrust of Western sanctions, financial controls and asset freezes is pushing Brics nations and other countries away from the US dollar and euro.

Vladimir Putin addresses a plenary session of the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum, moderated by India Today's Geeta Mohan.
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Reviews

Peddi review: Ram Charan and the emotions hit sixes, the writing gets run out

Release Date:Thu Jun 04, 2026

Ram Charan's Peddi follows the journey of a daily-wage labourer from a nameless village who takes on a larger fight for a railway station, dignity, and identity. Despite noticeable logic gaps, underdeveloped romance, and uneven editing, the film succeeds where it matters most, emotionally.

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History Of It

How Sunil Dutt saved the Bandra slum suburbia, built a Congress vote bank

As Mumbai demolishes slums from Garib Nagar to Goregaon, an old debate has returned. Did Sunil Dutt protect the poor, or help institutionalise Mumbai's slum politics? Here's a look at how Dutt's Partition trauma, Congress's patronage and suburban migration reshaped Bandra, and Mumbai's politics itself.

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India vs Afghanistan preview

Gill's India seek red-ball rhythm vs Afghanistan before crucial WTC stretch

India vs Afghanistan, one-off Test preview: Shubman Gill and his men will be looking to switch to red-ball mode before a tough stretch of the World Test Championship cycle. Visitors Afghanistan will be keen on putting up a good show in New Chandigarh, which is hosting a Test match for the first time.

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The Big Picture

Were drumbeats for Rabi Lamichhane in India meant for PM Balen's ears in Nepal?

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The grand welcome accorded to Rabi Lamichhane, Chairman of Nepal's ruling Rashtriya Swatantra Party, in India has made everyone sit up and take note. The question being asked is it a signal for PM Balendra 'Balen' Shah, whose remarks have triggered controversy in both Nepal and India?

Nepal's RSP President Rabi Lamichhane received a grand welcome on his arrival at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi. (Image: PTI)
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