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Russia, India target $100B in trade at record highs

Russia, India target $100B in trade at record highs

Russian President Putin says last year Russia-India trade turnover grew by another 12%, setting new record

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In scramble for critical minerals, major powers turn to Central Asia
04.12.2025

In scramble for critical minerals, major powers turn to Central Asia

Demand for critical minerals and rare earth elements is driving renewed US, Chinese and Russian interest in Central Asia

Massive floods give new lease on life to Pakistan’s decaying Indus Delta
04.12.2025

Massive floods give new lease on life to Pakistan’s decaying Indus Delta

Experts say the once-dying Indus Delta has sprung back to life, as floodwaters revived fisheries, nourished farmland and restored shrinking ecosystems

Putin in India for 1st trip since 2021, as Premier Modi hails 'time-tested' ties with Russia
04.12.2025

Putin in India for 1st trip since 2021, as Premier Modi hails 'time-tested' ties with Russia

2 sides expected to discuss defense, energy, nuclear cooperation, among other matters during 2-day state visit

Pakistan says ready to provide landlocked Kyrgyzstan port access to regional, global markets
04.12.2025

Pakistan says ready to provide landlocked Kyrgyzstan port access to regional, global markets

Islamabad, Bishkek agree to bolster ties in economy, energy, counterterrorism as Premier Sharif hosts Kyrgyz President Zhaparov

Arrest warrant issued against ousted Bangladeshi premier’s son over internet shutdown
04.12.2025

Arrest warrant issued against ousted Bangladeshi premier’s son over internet shutdown

Sajeeb Wazed Joy, ousted premier Sheikh Hasina’s son and former digital communication adviser, lives in US