India is set to continue importing Russian crude oil and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) even after the expiration of the 30-day sanctions waiver granted by the United States on April 11, 2026. Officials indicated that the country’s energy import strategy is guided by sovereign priorities and commercial considerations rather than external sanctions frameworks. Indian refineries are expected to maintain their existing procurement approach by sourcing supplies from non-sanctioned entities and c
India is set to continue importing Russian crude oil and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) even after the expiration of the 30-day sanctions waiver granted by the United States on April 11, 2026. Officials indicated that the country’s energy import strategy is guided by sovereign priorities and commercial considerations rather than external sanctions frameworks. Indian refineries are expected to maintain their existing procurement approach by sourcing supplies from non-sanctioned entities and c
India reaffirmed its strategy of sourcing oil from a wide range of suppliers to safeguard its energy needs amid ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting global trade routes. Speaking at an inter-ministerial briefing in New Delhi on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 6:29 PM IST, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that the country’s approach is guided by the need to ensure energy security for its population of 1.4 billion while adapting to evolving internati
India reaffirmed its strategy of sourcing oil from a wide range of suppliers to safeguard its energy needs amid ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting global trade routes. Speaking at an inter-ministerial briefing in New Delhi on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 6:29 PM IST, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that the country’s approach is guided by the need to ensure energy security for its population of 1.4 billion while adapting to evolving internati
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair an extended meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on 1st April 2026 at 7 pm, aiming to review the ongoing situation in West Asia and its potential consequences for India’s energy security, supply chains, and overall macroeconomic stability. The meeting comes shortly after the March 22 review, where the government conducted an assessment of essential commodities like food, fertilisers, fuel, and power in light of the escalating confli
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair an extended meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on 1st April 2026 at 7 pm, aiming to review the ongoing situation in West Asia and its potential consequences for India’s energy security, supply chains, and overall macroeconomic stability. The meeting comes shortly after the March 22 review, where the government conducted an assessment of essential commodities like food, fertilisers, fuel, and power in light of the escalating confli
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government is taking comprehensive steps to safeguard India’s energy security as global fuel markets face uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Addressing the NXT Summit 2026 in New Delhi on March 12, the prime minister said India has adopted a holistic strategy to strengthen its energy sector and reduce vulnerability to global disruptions. Modi said the country has significantly expanded its strategic petroleum reserve in r
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the government is taking comprehensive steps to safeguard India’s energy security as global fuel markets face uncertainty due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Addressing the NXT Summit 2026 in New Delhi on March 12, the prime minister said India has adopted a holistic strategy to strengthen its energy sector and reduce vulnerability to global disruptions. Modi said the country has significantly expanded its strategic petroleum reserve in r
The Indian government has moved to dismiss concerns over an LPG shortage, asserting that supplies have stabilized and are sufficient to meet the country’s demands. Government sources confirmed that oil refineries have increased LPG production by around 10% in response to earlier directives. Additional administrative measures have been implemented to curb hoarding and prevent malpractice in LPG distribution. The authorities have also extended the monitoring period for LPG distribut
The Indian government has moved to dismiss concerns over an LPG shortage, asserting that supplies have stabilized and are sufficient to meet the country’s demands. Government sources confirmed that oil refineries have increased LPG production by around 10% in response to earlier directives. Additional administrative measures have been implemented to curb hoarding and prevent malpractice in LPG distribution. The authorities have also extended the monitoring period for LPG distribut
India has signed its first structured, long-term contract to import liquefied petroleum gas from the United States, marking what government officials describe as a major turning point in the country’s energy sourcing strategy. The announcement comes at a time when global energy markets remain highly volatile and nations are increasingly seeking diversified, stable supply lines. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the agreement will help safeguard India’s fuel supply du
India has signed its first structured, long-term contract to import liquefied petroleum gas from the United States, marking what government officials describe as a major turning point in the country’s energy sourcing strategy. The announcement comes at a time when global energy markets remain highly volatile and nations are increasingly seeking diversified, stable supply lines. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the agreement will help safeguard India’s fuel supply du
Washington — U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated on Friday that India will no longer buy oil from Russia, asserting that the South Asian nation has already begun reducing its dependence on Moscow’s energy supplies. Speaking at the White House during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump said the move reflects a broader international effort to isolate Russia economically over its invasion of Ukraine. “India will not be buying oil from Russia,” Trump
Washington — U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated on Friday that India will no longer buy oil from Russia, asserting that the South Asian nation has already begun reducing its dependence on Moscow’s energy supplies. Speaking at the White House during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump said the move reflects a broader international effort to isolate Russia economically over its invasion of Ukraine. “India will not be buying oil from Russia,” Trump