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Canada Announces C$47 Million Pakistan Aid Package
Canada’s C$47 million Pakistan aid package combines security funding with support for education, climate resilience and reproductive health. Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s Islamabad visit also advanced talks on trade, investment, renewable energy and agricultural cooperation. Canada Details C$47 Million Pakistan Aid Package Canada announced more than C$47.2 million in
Canada Announces C$47 Million Pakistan Aid Package
Canada’s C$47 million Pakistan aid package combines security funding with support for education, climate resilience and reproductive health. Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s Islamabad visit also advanced talks on trade, investment, renewable energy and agricultural cooperation. Canada Details C$47 Million Pakistan Aid Package Canada announced more than C$47.2 million in
India’s Russian Crude Imports in June Could Reach Record High
India’s Russian crude imports in June could reach a monthly record as more tankers travel toward major refining ports, according to energy economist Anas Alhajji. Alhajji, chief economist at NGP Energy Capital Management, cited the unusually large number of vessels carrying Russian crude to India. He also shared a Kpler map showing tankers headed to ports across the country. India Russian Crude Imports in June: What the Data Shows The outlook
India’s Russian Crude Imports in June Could Reach Record High
India’s Russian crude imports in June could reach a monthly record as more tankers travel toward major refining ports, according to energy economist Anas Alhajji. Alhajji, chief economist at NGP Energy Capital Management, cited the unusually large number of vessels carrying Russian crude to India. He also shared a Kpler map showing tankers headed to ports across the country. India Russian Crude Imports in June: What the Data Shows The outlook
Rubio Links Delcy Rodriguez India Visit to Venezuela Oil Talks
Rubio linked the expected Delcy Rodriguez India visit to possible Venezuela oil discussions as Washington pushes to expand energy cooperation with New Delhi. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday, May 21, 2026, that Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez was expected to travel to India the following week. Speaking before his own India visit from Saturday, May 23, 2026, to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Rubio said the United States wanted a larger role i
Rubio Links Delcy Rodriguez India Visit to Venezuela Oil Talks
Rubio linked the expected Delcy Rodriguez India visit to possible Venezuela oil discussions as Washington pushes to expand energy cooperation with New Delhi. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday, May 21, 2026, that Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez was expected to travel to India the following week. Speaking before his own India visit from Saturday, May 23, 2026, to Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Rubio said the United States wanted a larger role i
India’s Crude Oil Strategy and Storage Explained
India relies heavily on imported crude oil, with domestic production covering only 10–15% of demand. Historically dependent on Middle Eastern oil, India is now sourcing crude from the U.S., West Africa, and Russia to reduce vulnerability to geopolitical risks. Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) transport oil in shipments of 200,000–300,000 DWT to key ports on the west coast—Mumbai, Mundra, Kandla, Jamnagar—and east coast—Paradip, Visakhapatnam, Chennai. From ports, extensive pipeline
India’s Crude Oil Strategy and Storage Explained
India relies heavily on imported crude oil, with domestic production covering only 10–15% of demand. Historically dependent on Middle Eastern oil, India is now sourcing crude from the U.S., West Africa, and Russia to reduce vulnerability to geopolitical risks. Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) transport oil in shipments of 200,000–300,000 DWT to key ports on the west coast—Mumbai, Mundra, Kandla, Jamnagar—and east coast—Paradip, Visakhapatnam, Chennai. From ports, extensive pipeline
India Imports Iranian Oil After U.S. Temporarily Lifts Sanctions
On Saturday, April 4, 2026, India marked a significant milestone in its energy dealings by making its first purchase of Iranian oil in over seven years. This comes after a period of strained relations due to U.S. sanctions that pressured India to halt its imports of Iranian crude back in May 2019. However, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the U.S.-Israel war, has severely disrupted global oil supplies, pushing India to seek alternative sources of crude oil. The supply cha
India Imports Iranian Oil After U.S. Temporarily Lifts Sanctions
On Saturday, April 4, 2026, India marked a significant milestone in its energy dealings by making its first purchase of Iranian oil in over seven years. This comes after a period of strained relations due to U.S. sanctions that pressured India to halt its imports of Iranian crude back in May 2019. However, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the U.S.-Israel war, has severely disrupted global oil supplies, pushing India to seek alternative sources of crude oil. The supply cha
India Oil Reserves Rise To 53 Lakh MT Amid Hormuz Crisis Targets 65 Lakh MT
India has moved to strengthen its energy security as global tensions rise in West Asia, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirming that the country currently holds a strategic petroleum reserve of 53 lakh metric tonnes. Addressing the Lok Sabha, he also revealed plans to expand this reserve to 65 lakh metric tonnes in the near future.
India Oil Reserves Rise To 53 Lakh MT Amid Hormuz Crisis Targets 65 Lakh MT
India has moved to strengthen its energy security as global tensions rise in West Asia, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirming that the country currently holds a strategic petroleum reserve of 53 lakh metric tonnes. Addressing the Lok Sabha, he also revealed plans to expand this reserve to 65 lakh metric tonnes in the near future.
US–Israel–Iran War | India assures adequate oil reserves amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and growing concerns over potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, government sources have reassured citizens that India’s oil reserves and fuel stocks remain sufficient, urging the public not to panic or hoard essential petroleum products. Officials said the country currently maintains around 25 days of crude oil and petroleum products, including petrol and diesel, ensuring stability in the event of short-term supply disruptions. Liq
US–Israel–Iran War | India assures adequate oil reserves amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and growing concerns over potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, government sources have reassured citizens that India’s oil reserves and fuel stocks remain sufficient, urging the public not to panic or hoard essential petroleum products. Officials said the country currently maintains around 25 days of crude oil and petroleum products, including petrol and diesel, ensuring stability in the event of short-term supply disruptions. Liq
Russia questions India’s pledge to stop Russian crude after U.S. tariff agreement
Russia has said it has not received any official confirmation from India that the country plans to halt purchases of Russian oil, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed New Delhi agreed to scale back those imports as part of a new trade agreement with Washington. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow had yet to hear directly from Indian authorities regarding any change in energy flows. While acknowledging the evolving relationship between the United States a
Russia questions India’s pledge to stop Russian crude after U.S. tariff agreement
Russia has said it has not received any official confirmation from India that the country plans to halt purchases of Russian oil, a day after U.S. President Donald Trump claimed New Delhi agreed to scale back those imports as part of a new trade agreement with Washington. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow had yet to hear directly from Indian authorities regarding any change in energy flows. While acknowledging the evolving relationship between the United States a
Russia praises India for resisting US pressure on oil imports and tariffs
The Russian Foreign Ministry has praised India for firmly resisting ongoing pressure from the United States and Nato countries to halt oil imports from Russia. Moscow highlighted that India has continued honoring its commitments despite mounting threats and new trade restrictions, underlining that any attempts to undermine the partnership between the two nations are destined to fail. In a strongly worded statement, the ministry emphasized that ties between Moscow and Delhi are steadily advanc
Russia praises India for resisting US pressure on oil imports and tariffs
The Russian Foreign Ministry has praised India for firmly resisting ongoing pressure from the United States and Nato countries to halt oil imports from Russia. Moscow highlighted that India has continued honoring its commitments despite mounting threats and new trade restrictions, underlining that any attempts to undermine the partnership between the two nations are destined to fail. In a strongly worded statement, the ministry emphasized that ties between Moscow and Delhi are steadily advanc
Russian Oil Discounts Increase for India as US Tariffs Target Oil Imports
Russia is offering India bigger oil discounts, with the price of its Ural grade oil dropping to a discount of $3 to $4 per barrel, as reported by Bloomberg. The price reduction applies to cargoes expected to load in late September and October, reflecting Moscow’s efforts to maintain its oil trade with India amid rising tensions with the US. India has become a significant importer of Russian crude oil, especiall
Russian Oil Discounts Increase for India as US Tariffs Target Oil Imports
Russia is offering India bigger oil discounts, with the price of its Ural grade oil dropping to a discount of $3 to $4 per barrel, as reported by Bloomberg. The price reduction applies to cargoes expected to load in late September and October, reflecting Moscow’s efforts to maintain its oil trade with India amid rising tensions with the US. India has become a significant importer of Russian crude oil, especiall
President Trump unaware of US uranium and fertilizer imports from Russia
President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that he was unaware the United States imports uranium and fertilizers from Russia, a revelation that adds a new layer of complexity to ongoing international trade discussions. His comment comes as India continues to defend its oil imports from Russia amid criticism from Western nations, pointing out that even the US continues strategic trade with Moscow. In response to a question during a press interaction about ongoing imports of Russian u
President Trump unaware of US uranium and fertilizer imports from Russia
President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that he was unaware the United States imports uranium and fertilizers from Russia, a revelation that adds a new layer of complexity to ongoing international trade discussions. His comment comes as India continues to defend its oil imports from Russia amid criticism from Western nations, pointing out that even the US continues strategic trade with Moscow. In response to a question during a press interaction about ongoing imports of Russian u









