Moscow, June 5 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the strong India-Russia relationship, saying that India and Russia share a "brotherly" and "trust-based" relationship in all senses of the word.

He also lauded the talent and competencies of the Indians, particularly in coding and technology.

Speaking at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum, Putin on Friday said, "We have had very good, trust-based, brotherly relations in all senses of the word. We know how talented the Indian people are, how well educated. Indians have great competencies, which have achieved world renown, especially in coding and in other fields...Prime Minister Modi had to introduce certain restrictions here, asking people not to use personal cars, n...