India and Russia Seek New Avenues for Cooperation (defence24.com)

• Western expectations of India distancing from Russia have not materialized.
• The relationship persists but lacks diversification beyond oil.
• New areas of cooperation are sought, but concrete progress remains limited.

"Western hopes that India would quickly distance itself from Russia after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine proved unfounded. While the bilateral relationship has endured, both countries struggle to find platforms for cooperation beyond the massive oil trade."