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16 parachutists killed in Russian plane crash

October 10, 2021

16 parachutists killed in Russian plane crash

The aircraft, which came down near the city of Menzelinsky, had been carrying 20 parachutists and two crew members.

September 23, 2021
India likely to allow export of Sputnik Light COVID vaccine this month

Indian drugmaker Hetero has already manufactured 2 million doses of the single-shot vaccine, which is yet to be approved in India
September 20, 2021
Russian pro-Putin party wins big majority after crackdown; foes cry foul

With 98 per cent of ballots counted on Monday, the Central Election Commission said United Russia had won nearly 50 per cent of the vote, with its nearest rival, the Communist Party, at just under 20 per cent.
September 20, 2021
Eight killed in shooting at Russian university

The gunman was himself killed after the shootings at Perm State University, around 1,300 km (800 miles) east of Moscow, Natalia Pechishcheva, a university spokesperson, said.
September 08, 2021
Sri Lanka launches tourism promotion initiatives with Russia, Ukraine

Authorities have said that direct flights between Sri Lanka and Russia will commence from November 4.
September 05, 2021
Russian food matters with Rima Kallingal and Aashiq Abu

Rima Kallingal and Aashiq Abu are in Russia. And her insta feeds are reeling with food, architecture, and scenic places in the country.
July 23, 2021
Russia to build first LNG-powered icebreakers for Arctic sea route

Russia is building up its nuclear-powered icebreaker fleet, hoping to develop the Northern Sea Route across its northern flank into an international shipping lane.

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