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India’s energy strategy remains unchanged after US sanctions waiver ends
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’s energy strategy remains unchanged after US sanctions waiver ends
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 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
Argentina Comes to India's Aid Amid LPG Shortage, Strengthening Energy Ties
As India faces a severe liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortage due to the disruption of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which affects nearly 60% of the country’s LPG imports, Argentina has stepped in to provide vital support. The South American country, previously not a key supplier to India, has rapidly become a crucial energy partner, delivering over 50,000 tonnes of LPG in the first quarter of 2026 alone—more than double the amount it shipped in all of 2025. Th
Argentina Comes to India's Aid Amid LPG Shortage, Strengthening Energy Ties
As India faces a severe liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) shortage due to the disruption of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which affects nearly 60% of the country’s LPG imports, Argentina has stepped in to provide vital support. The South American country, previously not a key supplier to India, has rapidly become a crucial energy partner, delivering over 50,000 tonnes of LPG in the first quarter of 2026 alone—more than double the amount it shipped in all of 2025. Th
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.
India seals historic US LPG import contract for 2026 supply
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 seals historic US LPG import contract for 2026 supply
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









