Prolonged US-Iran tensions may push India's crude basket above $75/bbl, raise inflation risks: ExpertsMarket experts warn a prolonged US-Iran standoff could increase India's crude oil import costs. Diversified sourcing is expected to cushion...
08 Jul, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
One tycoon makes millions from 'dark' journeys on a dangerous oil route while others feared HormuzAmidst the Persian Gulf war, the UAE secretly navigated its oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz using 'dark' ship transits. Korean shi...
06 Jul, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
Fall in global crude prices brightens fiscal outlook, El Nino risks lingerEasing West Asian tensions have significantly improved India's fiscal outlook, with economists now predicting a smaller deficit than previo...
06 Jul, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
India's June crude imports hit record high as Russian supplies surge despite West Asia tensionsIndia's crude oil imports hit a record 4.93 million barrels per day in June, bolstered by substantial purchases from Russia, which solidifi...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
Why India stayed resilient through the Hormuz crisisIndia successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz closure, ensuring energy security for its citizens. Despite a significant drop in West As...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.43 AM IST
Venezuela's largest refinery shutdown after power outage, sources sayVenezuela's largest Amuay refinery, a crucial fuel producer, faced a temporary shutdown due to a power outage following recent deadly earth...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.11 AM IST
Why are oil prices up today, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to rise or fall again? Cargo ship attack near Oman lifts crude pricesWhy are oil prices up today, and will Brent, US WTI crude futures continue to rise or fall again? Oil prices gained more than 2% after a ca...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.33 AM IST
Indian refiners increase Russian and UAE oil imports ahead of Hormuz recoveryIndia's crude oil imports hit a milestone in June, as Russia emerged as the primary supplier, followed closely by the UAE's near-record imp...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
ONGC's overseas arm set to revive Venezuela operationsONGC Videsh Ltd (OVL) had acquired assets overseas as part of increasing the state-run oil producer's crude output. The move to revive OVL ...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
OPEC oil output lowest since at least 2000 as US blockade squeezes Iran: ReportOPEC oil output in May plummeted to its lowest in over two decades, dropping by 1.06 million barrels per day. This significant decline was ...
10 Jun, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
China's imports of major commodities show price remains key driverChina's May commodity trade reveals price is key to its resource imports. Crude oil imports hit an eight-year low due to high prices. Coppe...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Indian companies willing to deepen presence in Venezuela, says Minister Hardeep Singh PuriIndia is looking to deepen its energy partnership with Venezuela, with Indian companies expressing readiness to expand their presence. This...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Chevron sells oil to Reliance for first time since 2023 as Venezuela readies larger cargoes for exportUS oil giant Chevron has made its first sale of Venezuelan crude oil to India's Reliance Industries. This marks the first time in about six...
25 Feb, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
Venezuela forced to double discount on oil to Asia due to flood of sanctioned crudeAsian buyers are seeking significant price cuts for Venezuelan oil. This is driven by a surplus of sanctioned crude from Russia and Iran. I...
11 Dec, 2025, 07.37 AM IST
Reliance selling fuels from India to Venezuela to avoid U.S. sanctionsThe Indian market is crucial for Venezuela's economy because it has historically been the second-largest cash-paying customer for the OPEC ...
21 Mar, 2019, 08.32 AM IST
India looking at Iran-like solution for $100m million payment crisis with VenezuelaThe government is planning to put in place a model similar to the rupee payment mechanism with Iran.
09 May, 2016, 02.19 AM IST
- Less Venezuelan oil going to US, more to China
US imports of Venezuelan oil fell 11.7 percent during the first four months of the year compared to the same period in 2007, the US governm...
01 Jul, 2008, 01.23 AM IST