Gold Reserves 2025: US Leads, India Holds 876 Tonnes
Global gold reserves hit record highs in 2025. US dominates with 8,133 tonnes while India strengthens position with 876 tonnes. Discover the shifting landscape of central bank gold holdings.
Global gold reserves hit record highs in 2025. US dominates with 8,133 tonnes while India strengthens position with 876 tonnes. Discover the shifting landscape of central bank gold holdings.
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.
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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.
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $2.7 billion to $687 billion, driven by falling foreign currency assets and gold prices. Get the complete breakdown of the weekly reserve data.
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $2.699 billion to $687.034 billion for the week ended November 7, marking the third straight weekly drop. Discover the key factors behind this trend.
Global oil market tilts toward oversupply as production growth outpaces consumption despite rising Chinese demand. IEA projects 4 million bpd surplus by 2026. Read the full analysis.
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Global crude oil markets experience significant oversupply, particularly in the Americas. US exports hit highest since July 2024, while market structure indicates weakening demand. Read analysis.
India sits on substantial rare earth deposits across several states, reveals IREL's Rare Earth Division head, signaling a strategic boost for the nation's high-tech and green energy sectors.
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.
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.
India's foreign exchange reserves witnessed a significant decline of $6.9 billion, yet maintain strong position near record highs of $704.9 billion. Expert analysis on the implications.
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.
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.
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.
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd halts Russian crude imports due to payment complications, joining other Indian refiners facing similar challenges with Russian oil deals.
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd suspends Russian oil imports after US sanctions target key shipping vessels, marking significant shift in India's energy procurement strategy.
HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd, the joint venture between steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal and Hindustan Petroleum, suspends all Russian crude purchases citing US sanctions. The move signals growing compliance challenges for Indian refiners.
A Russian crude oil carrier heading to India abruptly reversed course in the Baltic Sea, signaling potential disruption in global oil trade patterns after new Trump administration sanctions.
India's crude oil consumption is set to reach 6 million barrels per day as economic growth accelerates. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reveals ambitious energy targets and strategic plans to meet rising demand.
Indian Oil Corporation declares strict adherence to all global oil sanctions in crude procurement, ensuring uninterrupted energy supply while maintaining international compliance standards.