Russia seeks new arms reduction deal with USOctober 8th, 2009 MOSCOW - Russia believes that a new strategic arms reduction deal with the US should be signed before cuts in tactical nuclear weapons are discussed, the foreign ministry said Thursday. "As to tactical nuclear weapons, we share the view expressed by (US Assistant Secretary of Defence for International Security Affairs) Alexander Vershbow that the discussion of this issue is premature," ministry spokesman Andrei Nesterenko said.
Russia tests fighter jets before delivery to IndiaSeptember 30th, 2009 MOSCOW - Russia's MiG aircraft maker said it has successfully tested four MiG-29 jets due to be delivered to India. "During the tests Sep 28-29, the MiG-29K and MiG-29KUB fighters conducted several take offs and landings on the deck of the (Admiral Kuznetsov) aircraft carrier in the Barents Sea," the company said Tuesday.
Russia emerging from recession, but recovery may take until 2012, says Deputy Prime MinisterSeptember 16th, 2009 Russia won't recover fully before 2012, gov't saysMOSCOW — Russia is emerging from recession but its economy is unlikely to fully recover before 2012, Deputy Prime Minister Igor Shuvalov said Wednesday. In comments to the national parliament, Shuvalov echoed recent official statements that Russia is emerging from recession but cautioned that the recovery is going to be lengthy.
Russia, India to sign new deal for Gorshkov overhaulSeptember 3rd, 2009 MOSCOW - A new deal between India and Russia on the funds for the refit of aircraft carrier Admiral Gorshkov will be signed in mid-October, the head of the state technology corporation said Thursday. "An additional agreement will be signed," Sergei Chemezov, head of Rostekhnologii, told a news conference in Moscow.
Enhancement of India, Russia trade tiesSeptember 3rd, 2009 MOSCOW - President Pratibha Devisingh Patil has expressed a desire to enhance bilateral trade ties with Russia. While addressing a gathering of expatriate Indians and some prominent Russians during the course of her five-day visit, Patil said, the only area where India-Russia relationship is lagging is in the field of bilateral economic cooperation.
Russia confirms delivery of Admiral Gorshkov in 2012July 2nd, 2009 MOSCOW - Russian President Dmitry Medvedev today said that modernisation of the Admiral Gorshkov aircraft carrier should be completed as soon as possible so that it can be delivered to India in 2012, as the project had become the sole irritant in Russian-Indian relations. "This is the first, very difficult experience.
India releases $102 million more for GorshkovJune 4th, 2009 NEW DELHI - India has given an additional $102 million to Russia for the aircraft carrier Admiral Gorshkov ahead of fresh negotiations before July end between the two countries on the final purchase price of the warship, a senior official said here Thursday. An Indian team was in Russia last week to break the deadlock over the cost escalation of the aircraft carrier.
Russia signs a $306 million deal with NASA to ferry astronauts to space station in 2012May 29th, 2009 Russia signs deal to ferry astronauts in 2012MOSCOW — The Russian space agency says it has signed a $306 million deal with NASA to ferry its astronauts to the international space station in 2012. Roscosmos said Friday the agreement covers four launches aboard the three-person Soyuz capsules to swap out crews in the orbiting laboratory.
Navy chief condoles death of Admiral S.M. NandaMay 12th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Indian Navy chief Admiral Sureesh Mehta Tuesday condoled the death of former navy chief Admiral S.M. Nanda, a veteran of the India-Pakistan war of 1971.
US seeks greater role for India in AfghanistanApril 8th, 2009 NEW DELHI - The US Wednesday sought a greater role for India in Afghanistan, at the same time saying it wouldn't pressurise New Delhi on its ties with Pakistan. 'What happens in Afghanistan depends on Pakistan.
Russian carrier to arrive in two years: Indian Navy chiefMarch 30th, 2009 PANAJI - Despite 'small monetary issues', the Indian Navy will receive the Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Gorshkov within two years, a top military commander said Monday. 'We hope to have the ship in the next two years.
Mumbai terrorists did come through sea: AntonyFebruary 28th, 2009 KOCHI - India Saturday dismissed Pakistan's contention that the 26/11 terrorists did not use the sea to enter Mumbai, saying 'thorough investigations' had proved that the men did take that route. Speaking at a function at the Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL), Defence Minister A.K.
With Russia hiking Gorshkov price, India goes for indigenous carrierFebruary 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - As Russia continues escalating the price for the aircraft carrier Admiral Gorshkov much to the chagrin of the defence establishment here, India is all set for the keel laying of its first indigenous carrier for which Rs.3,260 crore (Rs.32.60 billion/$654 million) has initially been allocated. The keel will be laid at the Cochin Shipyard Feb 28.
Russia to supply more Krivak-class warships to IndiaFebruary 3rd, 2009 MOSCOW - Russia and India are negotiating a new contract on the delivery of additional warships for the Indian Navy, the head of Russia's arms exporter said Wednesday. Currently, Russia is building Krivak IV-class guided missile warships for the Indian Navy at the Yantar shipyard in Russia's Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad under a $1.6 billion contract signed in July 2006, Rosoboronexport's general director Anatoly Isaikin said in an interview with Nezavisimaya Gazeta.
Russia to display MiG-35 fighter at Aero IndiaFebruary 2nd, 2009 MOSCOW - Russia will showcase its MiG-35 advanced jet fighter, a contender for an Indian combat jet order, at an upcoming air show in India, an official from Russia's state arms exporter has said. Aero India-2009, which will be held in Bangalore Feb 11-15, is one the largest aerospace shows in the Asia-Pacific region, hosting leading manufacturers, vendors and suppliers from 35 countries.
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