30 False-Flag Tankers Shipped €2.1B Russian Oil to India
Think tank reveals 30 tankers used false flags to transport €2.1 billion worth of Russian oil to India in 2025. Discover how India's oil imports shifted post-Ukraine invasion.
Think tank reveals 30 tankers used false flags to transport €2.1 billion worth of Russian oil to India in 2025. Discover how India's oil imports shifted post-Ukraine invasion.
India's Russian oil imports surge to five-month peak in November as President Putin prepares December visit. Get latest updates on energy diplomacy and trade relations.
New US sanctions on Russian oil firms leave 48 million barrels stranded at sea, forcing Asian buyers like India to seek urgent alternatives. Discover the market impact.
Reliance Industries stops importing Russian crude for its export-focused refinery to comply with EU ban on Russian-origin petroleum products. RIL accounts for half of India's Russian oil imports.
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Trump reverses stance on India relations after claiming US lost India to China. Modi addresses tariffs while strengthening ties with Putin and Xi at SCO summit.
Former US President Donald Trump makes significant claims about India-Russia energy ties during New Hampshire rally, announces potential India visit next year amid ongoing presidential campaign.
India initiates refilling its strategic petroleum reserves as global crude prices hover near multi-month lows, securing energy supplies ahead of expected price surges.
India's top refiners plan dramatic reduction in Russian crude imports, exploring alternative suppliers amid changing global energy dynamics. Major shift expected from late November.
India dramatically reduces direct Russian crude purchases as US sanctions tighten payment mechanisms. Major refiners shift strategy while maintaining supplies through traders.
US sanctions on Russian oil tankers cause massive drop in shipments to India and China. Discover the global energy dilemma and whether markets can permanently ditch Russian crude.
India's Russian oil imports dropped by 16% in December 2023 as US sanctions disrupted payment mechanisms, forcing refiners to seek alternatives from Middle East suppliers.
China is rapidly filling its strategic petroleum reserves as global oil prices hit multi-month lows, raising questions about Beijing's energy strategy and market impact. Discover what this means for global energy markets.
Indian Oil Corporation confirms uninterrupted Russian oil purchases from non-sanctioned entities despite Trump's pressure, prioritizing national energy security and economic interests.
India's largest oil company continues Russian crude purchases through non-sanctioned traders, navigating Western pressure while securing energy needs.
Former US President Donald Trump notably avoided discussing China's Russian oil imports during his meeting with Xi Jinping while continuing to assert India would slash energy imports. Get exclusive insights into the geopolitical implications.
India asserts its right to buy Russian oil based on economic needs and market dynamics, responding to recent US sanctions on Russian energy companies. The MEA emphasizes India's national interest comes first.
As Trump's proposed sanctions threaten global oil flows, India and China face critical energy decisions. Discover why complete Russian oil withdrawal remains unlikely despite political pressure.
India initiates comprehensive assessment of US sanctions targeting Russian oil companies, evaluating potential impacts on energy supplies and economic partnerships.
India responds to US sanctions on Russian oil firms, defends energy imports as crucial for national interest. Trump praises India's strategic positioning.
India's leading refiners Indian Oil and MRPL are actively diversifying oil sources, turning to international spot markets as Russian supplies face payment and shipping challenges. Industry sources reveal strategic moves to secure alternative crude.
Former US President Donald Trump raises concerns about India purchasing Russian oil while avoiding criticism of China's energy imports from Russia during recent comments.
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd halts Russian crude imports due to payment complications, joining other Indian refiners facing similar challenges with Russian oil deals.
In a significant strategic shift, Nayara Energy, part-owned by steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, has stopped purchasing Russian crude oil. This move comes as Western sanctions tighten and payment complications escalate.
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd suspends Russian oil imports after US sanctions target key shipping vessels, marking significant shift in India's energy procurement strategy.