The Economic Times

BRICS 2026: PM Modi sits down with Putin, talks $100 bn trade by 2030; Plan to deepen defence, energy, nuclear ties

India and Russia agreed to expand industrial collaboration across manufacturing and critical minerals. They aim to reach a $100 billion bilateral trade target by the year 2030. Defence and energy cooperation progress was also reviewed by the two leaders. Discussions included boosting Make in India and reducing the trade gap. Both nations are also exploring joint energy projects and civil nuclear cooperation.