PM Modi dials Putin; Discusses evacuation of Indian nationals amid Ukraine war

PM Modi & Russian President Putin discussed the situation in Ukraine, particularly in Kharkiv. Rocket fire & air strikes in Kharkiv, Russian paratroopers landed overnight in the city. Yesterday, an Indian student lost his life in shelling in Ukraine's second-biggest city. Many Indians stuck in Kharkiv, PM & Putin discussed the evacuation of Indians from conflict areas. Earlier today, the Indian embassy advised all Indian citizens to leave Kharkiv immediately. Indians in Kharkiv asked to reach settlements of Pisochyn(11km), Babai(12km) or Bezlyudivka(16km). Advisory flagged deteriorating situation - 'if you can't find vehicles or buses, proceed on foot'.