Did India Bow To US Pressures? Top Refiners To Slash Russian Oil Imports, Scramble To Secure Alternatives

Did India Bow To US Pressures? Top Refiners To Slash Russian Oil Imports, Scramble To Secure Alternatives

New Delhi: India is set to significantly reduce direct imports of Russian crude oil from late November as new US sanctions targeting Rosneft and Lukoil take effect on November 21. Analysts suggest that Indian refiners, which account for more than half of the country’s Russian crude used in petrol and diesel production, will largely comply…

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Like China, India Scaling Back Oil Purchases From Russia, Claims White House Press Secretary

Like China, India Scaling Back Oil Purchases From Russia, Claims White House Press Secretary

Last Updated:October 24, 2025, 03:51 IST Karoline Leavitt claimed India agreed to scale back Russian oil imports, but New Delhi has repeatedly denied any such agreement, prioritising stable prices and secure supplies. US Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt The US on Thursday once again claimed that India has agreed to scale back its oil purchases from…

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