Russian Oil to India Plunges to 3-Year Low
India's Russian oil imports crash to a 3-year low of 1.1M bpd in Dec 2025 as US sanctions bite. Reliance pauses buys, state refiners tread cautiously. What's next for India's energy security? Read more.
India's Russian oil imports crash to a 3-year low of 1.1M bpd in Dec 2025 as US sanctions bite. Reliance pauses buys, state refiners tread cautiously. What's next for India's energy security? Read more.
US sanctions on Rosneft & Lukoil reshape India's Russian crude imports. Little-known UAE-based intermediaries gain market share as December volumes hit a 3-year low. Analysis & expert insights inside.
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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.
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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 for its export-only refinery from November 20. All December exports will use non-Russian crude. Get the full story on this major energy shift.
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 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 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.
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India's largest oil company continues Russian crude purchases through non-sanctioned traders, navigating Western pressure while securing energy needs.
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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.
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.
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.