OMCs lost Rs 18.9/litre on diesel, ₹6 on petrol in Q1State-run oil companies faced significant losses in the April-June quarter, losing ₹18.9 per litre on diesel and ₹6 on petrol. This downtur...
04 Jul, 2026, 01.11 AM IST
Why petrol and diesel prices haven't fallen yet? Hardeep Singh Puri hints at rate cut after sustained low crude pricesFuel prices might see a dip if international crude oil rates stay low for a few more weeks, according to Union Minister Hardeep Puri. Oil c...
03 Jul, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
India plans to cut reliance on Middle East oil, tap spot market after war shockIndia's state refiners are pivoting away from Middle Eastern oil contracts following the Iran war's supply disruptions. They plan to boost ...
30 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
India plans to add strategic fuel reserves after Iran war shockIndia is bolstering its energy security by planning strategic reserves of crude oil, LPG, and LNG to cover up to a month's demand, aiming t...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.51 PM IST
Strait of Hormuz: Strategic chokepoint in shadow of geopoliticsThe Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for the global trade of crude oil and liquefied natural gas, is at the centre of disputes in negotia...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
Oil finds its way: Supertankers return to Persian GulfSupertankers are once again navigating the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil route, following a period of disruption due to recent Iran confl...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
MGL rides PNG adoption wave, analysts see further upsideMahanagar Gas shares have surged on government's push for piped natural gas adoption, aiming for a 20% customer base increase. This move is...
30 Jun, 2026, 06.31 AM IST
Hormuz oil transits continue though attacks make owners waryVessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz saw a dip as some shipping companies expressed reduced confidence following weekend attacks on ...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.21 PM IST
Saudi Aramco resumes oil loading at Ras Tanura after four-month halt, data showsSaudi Aramco has restarted oil loading at its Ras Tanura terminal after a four-month pause, with two massive crude carriers seen taking on ...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
Monday ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz highest since start of war: monitorA record 36 commodity carriers navigated the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, a significant uptick following a US-Iran memorandum to end the Mid...
23 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
No bids made in Indian Oil tender for ships to carry Gulf cargoes, say sourcesIndian Oil Corporation has failed to secure any bids for chartering vessels to transport crude oil and LPG from the Strait of Hormuz. Ship ...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
India issues first response after explosion at Qatar’s Ras Laffan kills 12 IndiansIndia's External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, expressed deep sorrow following an explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City th...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
12 Indians among 13 killed in blast at Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG complex during restartA devastating explosion at Qatar's Ras Laffan LNG complex has claimed thirteen lives and injured sixty-six. The incident occurred during th...
23 Jun, 2026, 08.53 AM IST
Explosion at Qatar’s Ras Laffan leaves 54 injured, 18 missing as emergency teams respondA massive explosion rocked the Ras Laffan industrial area in Qatar, injuring 54 people and leaving 18 missing. Authorities are describing t...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.59 AM IST
Post-deal, Indian Oil Corp issues first tenders to lift oil, LPG from Hormuz portsIndian Oil Corporation, India's top refiner, has issued tenders for ships. These vessels will transport liquefied petroleum gas and oil. Th...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
Oil tankers u-turn, head back to Middle East as Hormuz reopening nearsIn a strategic pivot, two oil tankers are heading toward the Middle East in expectation of the Strait of Hormuz’s reopening. Shipowners are...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.29 AM IST
Indian LNG carrier Disha crosses HormuzAn Indian LNG carrier, Disha, has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz. This marks the first Indian LNG tanker to cross the war-affe...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.22 AM IST