Telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi 2016-06-11 16:40:00 Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Indian side’s initiative. The discussion focused on practical issues of the two countries’ cooperation, including preparations for the top-level contacts to be held shortly. The leaders reaffirmed their determination to further bilateral relations, which are a privileged strategic partnership. Narendra Modi offered his best wishes on Russia Day.