2025-08-10Niranjan Ghatule
India has responded to the US’s 50% tariff with a smart diplomatic move—securing a 1 million barrel crude oil deal with Nigeria. This strategic shift strengthens India’s energy security, maintains ties with Russia, balances relations with the US, and expands influence in Africa through energy diplomacy and trade cooperation.
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2025-06-30Niranjan Ghatule
India's crude oil imports from the US soared by 270% in the first four months of 2025, reflecting a strategic shift in energy policy and global partnerships. This move strengthens US-India ties, challenges OPEC pricing, and reduces India's reliance on volatile regions.
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2025-05-22Niranjan Ghatule
India's imports of Russian oil products hit a record high in May 2025, surging 81% from April amid a refinery outage and rising demand. The country also ramped up crude oil purchases to 1.8 million barrels per day — the highest in 10 months — defying Western pressure and Ukraine's calls for secondary sanctions.
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2025-03-26Ravi Mehta
This article analyzes the impact of U.S. energy policies on India’s economy, focusing on two key developments:Joe Biden’s January 2025 sanctions on Russian crude, which restricted oil shipments and financial transactions, causing supply chain disruptions for India.
Donald Trump’s March 2025 decision to impose a 25% tariff on Venezuelan oil
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