India's Russian Oil Imports Set for Sharp Drop in 2026
Trump's sanctions on Rosneft & Lukoil may slash India's Russian crude imports to a 4-year low by Jan 2026. Will India find new pathways? Read the full analysis.
Trump's sanctions on Rosneft & Lukoil may slash India's Russian crude imports to a 4-year low by Jan 2026. Will India find new pathways? Read the full analysis.
Saudi Arabia cuts January 2026 crude oil price to Asia to a five-year low as OPEC+ raises output and supply surplus looms. Details on market impact and Chinese demand.
The US has granted a temporary exemption for Lukoil-branded fuel stations outside Russia until April 2026. This move comes as Indian refiners cut purchases of sanctioned Russian crude, with imports expected to plummet.
Ahead of Putin's visit, Russia assures India that sanctions will not disrupt oil imports. Kremlin aims for $100 billion trade by 2030. Read more on the strategic partnership.
Indian buyers secure massive South American soybean oil volumes for 2026, anticipating palm oil shortages from Indonesia's biodiesel push and weaker sunflower harvests. Get the full analysis.
India imported 5.4 million tonnes of Russian oil using shadow fleet tankers to bypass Western sanctions, according to CREA report. Moscow relies on old vessels to maintain exports amid restrictions.
India received 5.4 million tonnes of Russian oil worth €2.1B via 30 false-flag vessels between Jan-Sep 2025, becoming largest recipient of Russia's shadow fleet oil. CREA report reveals alarming growth in sanction-evasion tactics.
India's crude oil imports from Russia projected to fall by 47% to 1 million bpd in December due to US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil. Indian refiners diversifying supply sources.
JP Morgan warns global oil supply is outpacing demand, risking a price crash to $30s per barrel by 2027. Will producers act to rebalance the market? Read more.
Crude oil prices plunged to one-month lows as US peace efforts could boost Russian oil exports. Brent fell to $62.33, WTI to $57.83. Market watches sanctions and Fed rates.
US imposes sanctions on TR6 Petro India and other entities for trading Iranian oil, citing terror funding concerns. Full details on the crackdown.
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.
Reliance Industries ceases Russian oil imports at export-focused refinery to comply with EU sanctions. Key market pressure forces strategic shift in crude sourcing.
Russian oil discounts surge to $5-6 per barrel as buyers avoid sanctioned firms Rosneft & Lukoil. Indian refiners shift to unsanctioned suppliers amid expected supply disruptions.
India imported €2.5 billion worth of Russian crude oil in October 2024 ahead of new EU sanctions. Read about India's strategic energy moves and market impact.
India purchased $2.9 billion worth of Russian crude oil in October, maintaining its position as second-largest buyer globally. Read how sanctions are impacting imports.
US tells Serbia it won't lift sanctions on NIS oil company unless Belgrade ensures complete Russian withdrawal. Serbia faces energy crisis with February 13 deadline looming.
The United States imposes sanctions on 32 entities across 8 countries including India for supporting Iran's missile and UAV programs. Learn about the global implications.
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.
The United States has formally requested United Nations sanctions against seven vessels allegedly involved in illicit North Korean exports, escalating pressure on Pyongyang's sanction-evasion tactics.
OPEC makes strategic move to boost oil production by 137,000 barrels per day starting December, aiming to protect market share as US shale growth shows signs of slowing down.
Turkey dramatically increases non-Russian oil imports as latest Western sanctions bite, reshaping global energy flows and Ankara's trade relationships.
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.
Chevron finds itself trapped in geopolitical crossfire as US-Venezuela tensions escalate. Discover how sanctions are reshaping global energy markets and putting American oil giants in a precarious position.