Russia stood by India during its darkest hours. It is a long time," he said and noted that Russia had stood by India when it faced sanctions after the 1998 nuclear tests. US and some European countries have managed to strike mega deals with India which the Russians were also competing for. "At that point of time, it was our most modern equipment, our most modern plane. Anything that is within our realm of things and possibilities, means it is the same with India," he said.Chemezov said that Russia has already submitted its proposals for both projects.

Source: Times of India October 23, 2016 14:30 UTC