Galvanising Russian language teaching in India

The Russian language teaching in India has not received the kind of support it deserves.

Rock-'n-Roll for those who care

Tom Stoppard and the characters in his play to help raise money for Russian hospice patients.

India fest begins in Russia

A fortnight long festival of Indian Culture began in the Russian capital here with the staging of Bollywood dance musical 'Love Story', tantalising hundreds of local residents.

Khabarovsk: A Mediterranean Dream in Russia

Mingles romance, history and fabulous forests, making this European city in Russia a magnet for tourists.

A ride across passages of history - Moscow Metro rolls on

Milestones From 13 stations in 1935 to 182 in 2011, Metro also attracts thousands as an underground museum; plans to add another 120 km track by 2020.

Sokurov reminds Venice about the deal with the devil

The acclaimed Russian director's latest film takes top honors in Venice, but thinks that generally the festival experience is overrated.