Geopolitical shifts pose challenges to India-Russia relations, yet the relationship remains robust, driven by deep-rooted trust and a shared commitment to sustain a multifaceted strategic partnership. Analyse.

India-Russia trust and commitment shown by recent facilitation of PM Modi with highest order of a Andhra Award in his official visit to Russia Geopolitical shifts - (1) Russia-Ukraine War and India's strategic restraint (2) India's multipolarism and partnerships like QUAD (2+2) with USA (3) Russia's changing relationships and partnerships like OPEC, China, US to global south threaten Russia position Yet, Relations Robust (1) Deeprooted trust due to historical friendship (2) Robust trade - at 160 bn (2023) rise up to 100 bn by 2030 (3) Military cooperation through INDRA exercise, defence -> largest exporter to India (S400) (4) Space cooperation through upcoming 'Gaganyaan' support, international space station, Rippan plant Bangla Desh et al. (5) Infrastructure diplomacy via INTEC, Rippan plant Bangla Desh (6) 2+2 Diplomacy and strategic relations after trust and committed visit Russia after trust and committed