00:02A special cultural gesture marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interaction with Russian
00:08President Vladimir Putin in Delhi. PM Modi presented President Putin with a Russian
00:13translation of the Thiru Kural, one of the most celebrated classics of ancient Tamil literature.
00:19Written by the revered Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvaluvar, the Thiru Kural is a collection
00:24of couplets covering themes such as virtue, ethics, love, leadership and good governance.
00:30By presenting its Russian translation, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the rich literary
00:35and cultural heritage of India while also connecting it with Russian audiences. The
00:40gesture adds a cultural dimension to the India-Russia relationship which extends beyond
00:45diplomacy and strategic cooperation. The exchange also puts the spotlight on the enduring relevance
00:50of Tamil literature and its ability to reach readers across languages and borders.
00:55The visuals of PM Modi presenting the translated classic to President Putin have drawn attention
01:00to this unique cultural moment during the leadership engagement in Delhi. The book serves as a reminder
01:06that literature and shared cultural values can create another bridge between nations.
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