Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in India on a two-day state visit starting Thursday, December 4, which the Kremlin has described as highly significant. During the visit, Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will discuss cooperation in politics, trade, economy, science, technology, culture, and humanitarian sectors. The agenda also includes key international and regional issues. Modi will first host Putin for an informal meeting at his residence, followed by an official reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan attended by President Droupadi Murmu. Several bilateral meetings, a state luncheon, a cultural program, and a state banquet are scheduled. Putin will also attend the Russia–India Business Forum and pay tribute at Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial. Over 25 agreements and memorandums, including ten intergovernmental documents, are expected to be signed. The visit comes amid U.S. pressure on India to reduce oil imports from Russia and ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the Russia–Ukraine war.