Asia
Russian diamonds for the Indian market
India says seeks long-term diamond supply contracts with Russia New Delhi and Moscow are negotiating long-term contracts to supply diamonds from Russia and the opening ……Read More
Month: October 2010
Asia
Russia and India compete for gold
This year India’s gold reserves increased by 199 tonnes, while Russia’s gold reserves were up 159.7 tonnes. Statistics on the international reserves of the world’s ……Read More
Europe
Russia criticizes NATO approach to Afghan poppies
In a recent statement, Russia’s representative to the UN argued that more needs to be done to reduce the amount of drugs flowing from Afghanistan. ……Read More
Op-Ed's
Luzhkov: the last of the Mohicans
By firing Yury Luzhkov, Dmitry Medvedev is sending a new message about how regional leaders will be judged. According to ancient wisdom, when God wants ……Read More
Europe
Soldier’s mothers turn grief into action in Russia
A Western-style charity is hoping to change the Russian army. The Mothers’ Right foundation, which provides legal support for parents whose sons have died ……Read More
Europe
Moscow’s mayor Luzhkov’s abnormal projects
Moscow’s mayor was known for many things, some more infamous than others. Yury Luzhkov, recently stripped of his duties as mayor of Moscow, will be ……Read More