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Middle East share of India's Nov oil imports at 9-mth high; Russia down
India's November crude imports showed Middle Eastern oil at a 9-month high while Russia accounted for its smallest share in three quarters, ship tracking data obtained from sources showed.
India’s State Oil Refiners Struggle to Get Russia Crude Supplies
India’s state oil refiners are finding it hard to buy the volume of Russian crude they need, according to people familiar with the matter.
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India-Russia defence ties are waning. Crude oil supply is the centerpiece of relationship
The once-dominant India-Russia defence relationship is waning. In its place, crude oil supplies have become the centrepiece of bilateral ties, signalling a fundamental shift.
Indian state refiners may buy Mideast spot oil to replace Russian shortfall
Indian state refiners are considering tapping the Middle East crude market as spot supply from their top supplier Russia have fallen, three refining sources said, in a move that could support prices for high-sulphur oil.
Indian oil refiners explore Middle Eastern markets amid Russian supply cuts
Indian Oil Corp, Bharat Petroleum Corp, and Hindustan Petroleum—are facing a shortfall of 8-10 million barrels of Russian oil for January loading, the sources said. Read also: India and Russia discuss long-term oil import deal The companies are concerned that issues with obtaining Russian crude on the spot
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India commissions Russian-built warship amid enduring ties with Moscow
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India signs major energy deals with Russia
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New eastern route cuts down shipping time & costs, promises to boost India-Russia trade
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Russia boosts lending to India, Bangladesh, other friendly nations
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Russia's economy is set to lose another source of income that Ukraine controls
Russia's natural-gas transit deal with Ukraine is set to expire soon, which would cut billions in revenue.
Dommaraju Gukesh and India’s Chess Comeback
He beat China’s Ding Liren to become world champion, reflecting New Delhi’s rise.
Trump's Likely India Visit, Modi's China Trip: What's On 2025 Diplomatic Calendar
With the first dawn of 2025 less than a week ahead, India has already started work to shape its foreign policy in the new ...