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India pursuing release of about 24 nationals serving in Russian Army, MEA says

India pursuing release of about 24 nationals serving in Russian Army, MEA says

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India is pursuing the issue of the release of around two dozen Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army with authorities in Moscow, the external affairs ministry said on Friday, against the backdrop of the Supreme Court hearing a petition filed by the kin of youths lured into military service in Russia. IMore than 30 Indians have died so far while serving with the Russian military on the frontlines of the conflict in Ukraine. (Reuters Photo) More than 30 Indians have died so far while serving with the Russian military on the frontlines of the conflict in Ukraine. The Supreme Court has taken up a petition filed by relatives of 26 Indians who went to Russia during 2024-2025 on tourist and student visas but were induced or lured by recruitment agents into joining military service. “We continue to pursue the release of around two dozen Indian nationals who reportedly joined and still remain with the Russian Army,” external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told a regular media briefing in response to a question on the …

Cobbler & Crew’s Extra Spicy Twist to the Moscow Mule

Cobbler & Crew’s Extra Spicy Twist to the Moscow Mule

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History On The Rocks is Goya’s summer cocktail series in partnership with Smitha Menon. Here, we explore the often-unknown origin story behind our favourite classic cocktails. We will also be bringing you a modern take on the classic, from some of our favourite bars in the country. This week, the Moscow Mule. Vodka, ginger beer and lime: three simple ingredients. One fabulous cocktail, the Moscow Mule. The drink doesn’t have pre-Prohibition history, no writers’ loved it and yet it has endured through time. In 1941, it was birthed as part of a marketing campaign by a fledgling vodka company. The company in questions: Smirnoff. In 1941, John Martin was in possession of the floundering Smirnoff Vodka distillery — at he time, America had no interest in vodka. His friend, Jack Morgan was in a similar bind; the owner of Cock ‘n Bull ginger beer was trying to introduce America to the fizzy drink. While discussing a possible future, they bumped into Sophie Berezinski — she immigrated to the United States from Russia carrying solid copper …

Cobbler & Crew’s Spicy Twist on the Moscow Mule

Cobbler & Crew’s Spicy Twist on the Moscow Mule

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History On The Rocks is Goya’s summer cocktail series in partnership with Smitha Menon. Here, we explore the often-unknown origin story behind our favourite classic cocktails. We will also be bringing you a modern take on the classic, from some of our favourite bars in the country. This week, the Moscow Mule. Vodka, ginger beer and lime: three simple ingredients that come together to make the internationally recognised cocktail, the Moscow Mule. But its origins are far more unassuming than its global fame would have you believe. In 1941, it was birthed as part of a guerrilla marketing campaign by a fledgling vodka company. The company in questions? Smirnoff. At the time, John Martin was in possession of the floundering Smirnoff Vodka distillery — America had no interest in vodka and sales were down. His friend, Jack Morgan was in a similar bind; the owner of Cock ‘n Bull ginger beer was trying to introduce America to the fizzy drink. While discussing a possible future, they bumped into Sophie Berezinski who had immigrated to the …

‘Russia must be stopped’: Zelenskyy claims Moscow sharing intel with Iran on US bases, Middle East states

‘Russia must be stopped’: Zelenskyy claims Moscow sharing intel with Iran on US bases, Middle East states

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday levied serious allegations against Russia, accusing Moscow of providing satellite intelligence to Iran. This comes as the conflict in the Middle East continues to raise regional security concerns. Zelenskyy specified that on July 19 and 20 alone, Russian satellites focused on four regional air bases. (File Photo/AP) In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Zelenskyy claimed that active Russian satellite surveillance of Gulf states and US military facilities in the region has been recorded since early July. Also Read | Trump warns China and Russia: ‘Arm Iran and it will be very bad for you’ “I will instruct our intelligence to share with our partners the information we have regarding Russia’s new assistance to the Iranian regime. Since the beginning of July, we have recorded active Russian satellite surveillance of the Gulf states and U.S. military facilities located there,” he said. “These images subsequently appear in Iran. At the same time, there is a clear correlation between Russia’s satellite imagery of these sites and Iranian strikes – both before …

Know How Suchitra Sen, Soumitra Chatterjee’s Saat Paake Bandha Was Restored for Its Moscow Screening

Know How Suchitra Sen, Soumitra Chatterjee’s Saat Paake Bandha Was Restored for Its Moscow Screening

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In a proud moment for India’s cinematic legacy, the restored version of the iconic Bengali film Saat Paake Bandha (1963) will be showcased in the Out-of-Competition section at the 48th Moscow International Film Festival, scheduled to take place from April 16 to 23, 2026. The 4K restoration of the film has been undertaken by Prasad Corporation, India’s leading film restoration and post-production facility. Directed by Ajoy Kar and produced by RD Bansal, Saat Paake Bandha (1963) stars Soumitra Chatterjee and Suchitra Sen. The film is a nuanced exploration of marriage and individuality, tracing a relationship that unravels under ego, class divides, and societal pressures. Known for its emotional honesty, it remains strikingly relevant today. Notably, it returns to the same festival where Suchitra Sen won Best Actress in 1963, marking a landmark moment for Indian cinema. A 35mm release print from archival collections was scanned at 4K resolution for picture restoration. The scanned film element exhibited numerous issues, including dust, dirt, extended line scratches, splice marks, stains, film tears, emulsion damage, image instability, and flicker. …

Bollywood-style musical comedy, joint venture between India, Russia to hit theatres on April 1

Bollywood-style musical comedy, joint venture between India, Russia to hit theatres on April 1

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Moscow, A Bollywood-style musical comedy with song and dance shot entirely in India is all set to release in Russia on April 1, celebrated in the country not as the April Fools but as a day of laughter. Bollywood-style musical comedy, joint venture between India, Russia to hit theatres on April 1 The Russian-Indian joint production ‘Persimmon of My Love’ marks a major milestone as the first full-length film since the Soviet era, reviving a historic cinematic partnership between the two nations, its promoters claim. Directed by popular filmmaker Marius Weisberg, this Bollywood-style parody stars TNT Comedy Club icons Demis Karibidis and Mikhail Galustyan. The film also features Adila Ragimova making her debut as the female lead. Famous Russian stars Karibidis and Galustyan take centre stage as brothers Ramash and Shamar. In a classic Bollywood twist, one plays a dedicated cop while the other is a goon. In classic Bollywood fashion, the story follows Ramash, an honest cop, and Shamar, a charming criminal. Their rivalry eventually unearths a long-lost secret: they are brothers separated as …

Lights, Action, Moscow: India’s Film Industry Finds a New Home

Lights, Action, Moscow: India’s Film Industry Finds a New Home

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Moscow is rapidly emerging as a premier international destination for Bollywood productions. With modern studios, iconic cityscapes, and financial incentives covering up to 45% of production costs, the city is ready to host large-scale Indian and international projects. The upcoming sports drama Smash, set to begin filming in March 2026, and the 2024 blockbuster The Greatest of All Time, which shot key scenes in Moscow, show that the Russian capital is no longer just a backdrop — it’s an active partner in global cinema. Strategic presence in India Following its participation in FICCI FRAMES 2025, where Moscow showcased its international filmmaking potential and subsequently signing a collaboration agreement with Jio Creative Labs, Moscow Film Cluster is continuing its strategic expansion into India under the Film in Moscow brand. At the IIFTC Conclave 2026, the city is presenting its full cinematic ecosystem: from world-class studios and cutting-edge production infrastructure to competitive financial incentives, making shooting in Moscow both economically attractive and logistically seamless. Why Moscow is financially attractive Moscow offers a rebate of up to 45%: …

Except Trump, nobody else has declared that India will stop buying Russian oil: Lavrov | India News

Except Trump, nobody else has declared that India will stop buying Russian oil: Lavrov | India News

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Stating that “sky is the limit” as far as India-Russia relations go, Russia Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Wednesday said that except US President Donald Trump, nobody else has declared that India will stop buying Russian oil. Responding to a lawmaker in the State Duma (Lower House of Russian Parliament), Lavrov said, “You mentioned that Donald Trump announced India’s agreement to no longer purchase Russian oil. I have not heard such a statement from anyone else, including Prime Minister (Narendra) Modi and other Indian leaders.” As India kicks off its BRICS presidency this year with the first Sherpa meeting held in New Delhi recently, Lavrov said that External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar told the first meeting of Sherpas that energy security will be one of the top items of the summit that Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to attend. A new meeting between the leaders of the two countries is expected to take place on the sidelines of the BRICS summit, Lavrov told the Russian Parliament. “Russia is ready to go as far in …

Blue Tigresses hold European heavyweights Spartak Moscow to a stalemate

Blue Tigresses hold European heavyweights Spartak Moscow to a stalemate

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The India women’s national football team were held to a 0-0 draw by WFC Spartak Moscow in a closed-door international friendly played at the Side Star Sports Complex in Manavgat, Antalya, on Friday. The match formed part of India’s ongoing training-cum-competition camp in Türkiye, aimed at sharpening preparations for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup. Despite creating periods of pressure, neither side was able to find a breakthrough, with both defences standing firm throughout the contest. India have been based in Antalya for their overseas preparatory phase and will continue training there until the first week of February. The camp is designed to provide the Blue Tigresses with exposure to strong European opposition before they travel to Australia for the continental tournament. Following the Spartak Moscow fixture, India are scheduled to play three more friendly matches during their stay in Türkiye. They will face Hertha BSC Berlin Frauen on February 2, followed by Russian side Zvezda-2005 Perm on February 4. The final match of the tour will see India take on FK Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc on …

‘It’s all about the land’: Zelenskyy says Ukraine to hold talks with US and Russia | World News

‘It’s all about the land’: Zelenskyy says Ukraine to hold talks with US and Russia | World News

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Ukraine will take part in talks with the United States and Russia in the United Arab Emirates to discuss an end to the war, saying the main unresolved issue is territory. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Zelenskyy said the planned discussions would involve all three countries and would focus on the future of eastern Ukraine. “It’s all about the land. This is the issue which is not solved yet,” he told reporters. The talks come after Zelenskyy met US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the forum. Trump said the meeting was “good” as diplomatic efforts appeared to gather pace. At the same time, Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff travelled to Moscow for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Witkoff said he was hopeful about reaching an agreement. Story continues below this ad “I think we’ve got it down to one issue and we have discussed iterations of that issue, and that means it’s solvable,” he said before leaving Davos. Witkoff did not give …