Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the need to strengthen the time-tested partnership with Russia, adding that the production of the AK-203 rifles will soon begin in UP, in collaboration with Russia.

He was speaking at the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show-2025 (UPITS-2025) at Greater Noida. Russia is the country partner for the trade show.

His remarks came amid strain in ties between India and the US following the Trump administration imposing highest 50 per cent tariffs on Indian imports and balking at New Delhi's continued purchase of Russian oil.

Meanwhile, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in agriculture, fertilisers, food processing, and o

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