New Delhi, Oct. 7 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday to extend warm greetings on his 73rd birthday.

The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership, according to an official statement.

Prime Minister Modi had a telephone conversation with President Putin and conveyed best wishes for his good health and success in all his endeavours.

The two leaders reviewed the progress in the bilateral agenda and reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen India-Russia ties, the statement said.

Prime Minister Modi also conveyed that he looks forward to welcoming President Putin to India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Sum...