The Times of India

Russia to take 70,000 Indian skilled workers this year, Jaishankar tells panel

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar briefed a parliamentary committee on India's engagement with Russia and Ukraine. He highlighted bilateral trade expansion and India's aim to send skilled workers. The minister discussed India's diplomatic efforts to facilitate dialogue for ending the Ukraine conflict. Additionally, he noted the government's initiatives to release Indian nationals in the Russian military. Jaishankar emphasized India's commitment to secure economic interests and safeguard Indian citizens abroad.