Jai Siya Ram

Headlines & Insights

• On the sidelines of the SCO summit in Tianjin, Russian President Vladimir Putin personally waited 10 minutes for Indian PM Narendra Modi before offering him a ride in his official Aurus Senat limousine, a symbolic gesture of diplomatic warmth.
• The two engaged in a candid one-on-one conversation in the car during the 45-minute journey and continued talks for another 45 minutes upon arrival, before proceeding to their formal bilateral meeting.
• Modi reflected on the ride on social media, describing their exchange as “always insightful.”
• Analysts noted that this unscheduled and extended conversation allowed both leaders to discuss sensitive issues privately, sending a strong signal of trust amid geopolitical tensions with the U.S.