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India approves plan to expand strategic oil reserves
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Borneo Bulletin
· Jul 5, 2026
India eyes oil exploration expansion after shortages
India eyes oil exploration expansion after shortages
Daily Sabah
· Jul 5, 2026
India explores oil exploration expansion after Iran war disruption
Left under a strain of the biggest energy supply shock in decades during the Middle East war, import-dependent India is now expanding domestic crude exploration, its oil minister s...
The Economic Times
· Jun 30, 2026
What protected India's oil supply during Iran crisis
What protected India's oil supply during Iran crisis
Sada Elbalad
· Jul 5, 2026
India Unveils $10 Billion Oil Exploration Drive After Middle East Supply Shock
India is accelerating its domestic oil and gas exploration strategy with a 10 billion investment program, following what officials described as the country's most severe energy supply disruption in decades during the recent conflict in the Middle East.
TASS
· Jul 1, 2026
India’s June oil imports hit record 4.93 mln bpd, over half from Russia
The expert pointed out that Indian refiners have already secured oil supplies for the first half of August
South China Morning Post
· Jul 5, 2026
India eyes further oil exploration after Iran war shortages
Hit by the biggest energy supply shock in decades during the Middle East war, import-dependent India is expanding domestic crude exploration, its oil minister says. India, the world’s third-largest importer of oil and the second-largest buyer of liquefied petroleum gas, faced major disruptions due to restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz during the conflict between the United States and Iran. With a temporary US-Iran deal in place to pause hostilities, oil and gas shipments are flowing through...
NaturalNews.com
· Jul 9, 2026
India Considers Resuming Iranian Crude Purchases if U.S. Extends Sanctions Waiver
(NaturalNews) Indian state-owned refiners are weighing a return to purchasing Iranian crude oil if the United States extends a temporary sanctions waiver beyond its...
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jul 1, 2026
Govt extends Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s tenure by one year
The extension comes at a time when India’s foreign policy is focused on managing multiple strategic challenges
The Rising Nepal
· Jun 26, 2026
India ends restrictions on commercial gas after supply from Mideast eases
NEW DELHI, June 26 : India has removed restrictions on supplies of commercial liquified petroleum gas imposed during the...
The New American
· Jun 24, 2026
U.S. Oil Reserve Less Than 350M Barrels
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve now holds only a little more than 330 million barrels of oil after Trump ordered a drawdown. ... The post U.S. Oil Reserve Less Than 350M Barrels appeared first on The New American.
OneIndia
· Jul 13, 2026
Big Boost For India's Defence Sector: Govt Opens Strategic Missile Manufacturing To Private Companies
In a major development in India's Defence sector, the Central Government has decided to open the country's strategic missile production sector to private companies. This is for the first time that India has taken such a step. Till now the missile
Bloomberg
· Jul 2, 2026
India Plans to Expand Oil Reserves to Guard Against Price Spikes
India plans to build larger oil inventories, expand storage capacity and deepen supply partnerships to hedge against the kind of price volatility seen during the Iran war.
Trend News Agency
· Jul 1, 2026
KazMunayGas, Chevron discuss oil export diversification via CPC and BTC routes
KazMunayGas, Chevron discuss oil export diversification via CPC and BTC routes
The Epoch Times
· Jul 12, 2026
Iraq Eyes Oil and Gas Deals During Prime Minister’s Visit to Washington
U.S. companies have sought expanded opportunities to develop Iraq's oil and natural gas resources.
Times of India
· Jun 23, 2026
Will Asia return to Iranian oil? Tehran races to secure largest oil importers after US waiver,
Iran is actively seeking new buyers for its oil in Asia, including India, Japan, and South Korea, following a temporary US sanctions waiver. This move aims to clear millions of barrels stored at sea and diversify its customer base beyond China. While some refiners are cautiously exploring opportunities, uncertainty surrounding US policy and ample alternative supplies are tempering immediate commitments. Discussions also involve longer-term arrangements and other energy products.
POLITICO
· Jun 25, 2026
Les pays de l’UE souhaitent que l’exploration pétrolière soit vue comme un investissement vert
Les changements proposés pourraient amener des géants pétroliers comme TotalEnergies à figurer dans des fonds d'investissement durables.
Vanguard News
· Jun 22, 2026
NMDPRA to issue import permits to bridge LPG supply gap – Umar
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) says it will issue and closely monitor import permits to bridge 165,000-metric-tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) supply gap in the third quarter of 2026. The post NMDPRA to issue import permits to bridge LPG supply gap – Umar appeared first on Vanguard News.
Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 22, 2026
Harga minyak kukuh, Petronas perlu percepat pelaburan
PETALING JAYA: Harga minyak yang lebih kukuh kini menjadi pemangkin utama kepada Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) untuk menggerakkan semula pelaburan sektor huluan yang sebelum ini ditangguhkan, sekali gus mengurangkan justifikasi syarikat untuk terus mengambil pendekatan berhati-hati terhadap perbelanjaan modal. Menurut CIMB Securities Sdn. Bhd., gabungan harga minyak yang tinggi, aliran tunai yang lebih mantap serta ... Read more The post Harga minyak kukuh, Petronas perlu percepat pelaburan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Pew Research Center
· Jul 7, 2026
What to know about U.S. oil production and consumption in 6 charts
Here are six facts about U.S. oil production, consumption, imports and the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 2, 2026
West Asia Crisis Saddled India’s State Oil Firms With ₹74,781 Crore in Fuel Losses
India's oil marketing companies absorbed 74,781 crore in fuel losses during the West Asia crisis, minister Hardeep Puri disclosed Thursday. Meanwhile India set a crude import record with Russian oil crossing 50 percent of supply in June.
OpIndia
· Jul 1, 2026
How a war between Israel and Arab nations more than 50 years ago had pushed Brazil to blend Ethanol with Petrol, with India and others getting inspired
India’s mandatory shift to E20 petrol has sparked debate over vehicle mileage and engine safety. While car owners express concern, the government defends the rollout as a highly strategic, decades-old national policy modeled after Brazil to slash oil imports and boost rural economies.
Business Today
· Jul 10, 2026
India's 90% import trap: Vedanta's Anil Agarwal urges push to unlock 300 billion barrels of oil
Vedanta Oil and Gas has built one of India's largest private upstream portfolios, with interests across 44 onshore and offshore blocks spanning nearly 47,000 sq km across Rajasthan, Gujarat, Assam, and Andhra Pradesh, covering both conventional and unconventional hydrocarbon resources.
UrduPoint
· Jun 28, 2026
Pakistan needs export-led growth strategy to unlock trade potential: PFC CEO
Pakistan needs export-led growth strategy to unlock trade potential: PFC CEO
Egypt Oil & Gas
· Jul 5, 2026
OPEC+ Approves 188,000 bbl/d Output Increase for August 2026
Seven core members of OPEC+ have agreed to implement a crude oil production adjustment of 188,000 barrels per day (bbl/d) for August 2026, according to a release by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). OPEC+ is an alliance between the core OPEC and a broader group of non-OPEC oil-exporting countries. The decision follows [] The post OPEC+ Approves 188,000 bbl/d Output Increase for August 2026 first appeared on Egypt Oil Gas.
Seeking Alpha
· Jul 13, 2026
Canadian Natural Resources: A Dividend Machine In A Volatile Oil Market
Canadian Natural Resources: A Dividend Machine In A Volatile Oil Market
The Hill
· Jul 6, 2026
OPEC+ companies slightly boosting production as oil prices slide
A group of oil-exporting countries has agreed to a modest increase in oil production, though current prices are already relatively low. Seven OPEC+ nations have said they will increase their production goals by 188,000 barrels per day. The participating countries are Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman. Multiple nations in the Middle...
Proto Thema - English
· Jun 21, 2026
Hydrocarbons: Corfu drilling enters final stretch, Kyparissiakos to follow – Exploration timeline
The American oil company is entering “Block 10” with a 70 stake, while the first exploratory drilling west of Corfu is scheduled for February 2027 The post Hydrocarbons: Corfu drilling enters final stretch, Kyparissiakos to follow – Exploration timeline appeared first on ProtoThema English.
The Tribune
· Jun 26, 2026
EAM Jaishankar meets IFS ’10 batch undergoing Mid-Career Training Program-II
Jaishankar underscored the importance of preparing a foreign policy for Viksit Bharat.
BizNews
· Jul 13, 2026
A decade after Oilgate, SANPC gets the keys to South Africa's fuel reserves
A decade after Oilgate, SANPC gets the keys to South Africa's fuel reserves
Quartz
· Jun 22, 2026
The U.S. waived sanction on Iranian oil as part of its deal with Tehran to end the war
The temporary general license allows the production, delivery, and sale of Iranian crude oil and petroleum products through mid-August
The Motley Fool
· Jun 27, 2026
2 Oil Stocks Still Worth Buying With Oil Down to $70 a Barrel
Oil is around 70 a barrel, well off the 112.95 it was back in April. With the Strait of Hormuz reopening, oil stocks have slumped, but in the long run, countries will be looking to build up their reserves.
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Related coverage for "India approves plan to expand strategic oil reserves": Borneo Bulletin — India eyes oil exploration expansion after shortages. Daily Sabah — India explores oil exploration expansion after Iran war disruption. The Economic Times — What protected India's oil supply during Iran crisis . Sada Elbalad — India Unveils $10 Billion Oil Exploration Drive After Middle East Supply Shock. TASS — India’s June oil imports hit record 4.93 mln bpd, over half from Russia. South China Morning Post — India eyes further oil exploration after Iran war shortages. NaturalNews.com — India Considers Resuming Iranian Crude Purchases if U.S. Extends Sanctions Waiver. The Hindu BusinessLine — Govt extends Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s tenure by one year. The Rising Nepal — India ends restrictions on commercial gas after supply from Mideast eases. The New American — U.S. Oil Reserve Less Than 350M Barrels. OneIndia — Big Boost For India's Defence Sector: Govt Opens Strategic Missile Manufacturing To Private Companies. Bloomberg — India Plans to Expand Oil Reserves to Guard Against Price Spikes. Trend News Agency — KazMunayGas, Chevron discuss oil export diversification via CPC and BTC routes. The Epoch Times — Iraq Eyes Oil and Gas Deals During Prime Minister’s Visit to Washington. Times of India — Will Asia return to Iranian oil? Tehran races to secure largest oil importers after US waiver,. POLITICO — Les pays de l’UE souhaitent que l’exploration pétrolière soit vue comme un investissement vert. Vanguard News — NMDPRA to issue import permits to bridge LPG supply gap – Umar. Utusan Malaysia — Harga minyak kukuh, Petronas perlu percepat pelaburan. Pew Research Center — What to know about U.S. oil production and consumption in 6 charts. The Eastern Herald — West Asia Crisis Saddled India’s State Oil Firms With ₹74,781 Crore in Fuel Losses. OpIndia — How a war between Israel and Arab nations more than 50 years ago had pushed Brazil to blend Ethanol with Petrol, with India and others getting inspired. Business Today — India's 90% import trap: Vedanta's Anil Agarwal urges push to unlock 300 billion barrels of oil. UrduPoint — Pakistan needs export-led growth strategy to unlock trade potential: PFC CEO. Egypt Oil & Gas — OPEC+ Approves 188,000 bbl/d Output Increase for August 2026. Seeking Alpha — Canadian Natural Resources: A Dividend Machine In A Volatile Oil Market. The Hill — OPEC+ companies slightly boosting production as oil prices slide. Proto Thema - English — Hydrocarbons: Corfu drilling enters final stretch, Kyparissiakos to follow – Exploration timeline. The Tribune — EAM Jaishankar meets IFS ’10 batch undergoing Mid-Career Training Program-II. BizNews — A decade after Oilgate, SANPC gets the keys to South Africa's fuel reserves. Quartz — The U.S. waived sanction on Iranian oil as part of its deal with Tehran to end the war. The Motley Fool — 2 Oil Stocks Still Worth Buying With Oil Down to $70 a Barrel


