The two sustain each others ' needs . India sits uncomfortably between Russia and U.S. , writes CNN 's Ravi Agrawal . The two countries have been at odds over the disputed territory of Kashmir for decades -- a conflict that has claimed more than 40,000 lives since Indian troops occupied it in 1947. Narendra Modi told CNN he saw a changed world order . `` Every country is trying to build relations with other countries , '' Modi said . During Putin 's visit , it 's worth focusing on the outcomes and deals struck , says Agrawal .
India sits uncomfortably between Russia and U.S. , writes CNN 's Ravi Agrawal . The two countries have been at odds over the disputed territory of Kashmir for decades -- a conflict that has claimed more than 40,000 lives since Indian troops occupied it in 1947. Narendra Modi told CNN he saw a changed world order . `` Every country is trying to build relations with other countries , '' Modi said . During Putin 's visit , it 's worth focusing on the outcomes and deals struck , says Agrawal .