"Ukraine and India Forge Stronger Ties in Talks"

India's foreign minister held talks with his Ukrainian counterpart to strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation, with Ukraine seeking India's support in ending Russia's war in Ukraine. Despite historical ties with Russia, India has expressed willingness to contribute to peace efforts and has been trying to reduce its dependence on Moscow for arms and technology. The visit comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to both the Ukrainian and Russian presidents, emphasizing the need for diplomacy and dialogue to end the conflict. India has positioned itself as a rising global player and has increased engagement with Western powers while also maintaining its relationship with Russia.