Russia, officially known as the Russian Federation, is the largest country in the world, spanning Eastern Europe and northern Asia. It is bordered by numerous countries, including Norway, Finland, Poland, China, and Kazakhstan, with coastlines along the Arctic and Pacific Oceans. The capital and largest city of Russia is Moscow, which serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the country. Russia has one of the largest economies in the world, with key industries such as oil, natural gas, mining, and manufacturing. The population of Russia is approximately 14 crores. Russia is also home to some of the world’s top universities, such as Moscow State University. Major cities besides Moscow include St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, and Kazan, which are important cultural, industrial, and academic centers.