India's crude oil imports hit a milestone in June, as Russia emerged as the primary supplier, followed closely by the UAE's near-record imports. This shift represents a calculated diversification strategy, influenced by attractive discounts and apprehensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. Venezuela is stepping into a crucial role, while the reopening of the Strait indicates a slow path towards normalized supplies, beginning with LPG's anticipated recovery.

India resumes oil imports from the Middle East as Hormuz reopens. WTI crude at $70 in June priced at 42% YES.

India's state-run refiners have secured enough crude for two months. They are not rushing to buy from the Middle East even if the Strait of Hormuz reopens. Suppliers have asked…

Indian refiners are prioritizing alternative crude sources over West Asia despite the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

US-Iran war impact: India’s crude oil imports from Russia are set to hit an all–time high in June, according to data from Kpler, a global real-time data and analytics provider.…

Strait of Hormuz reopening may restore India’s LPG and LNG supplies gradually, with crude flows expected to normalise as energy logistics improve.

Indian refiners are delaying purchases of Middle Eastern crude despite the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, relying instead on ample inventories and alternative supplies led by…

The combination of rising flows via Hormuz and higher Russian exports amid damage to Russian refineries is widening discounts.

Kpler data shows India's Russian oil imports are on track to reach 2.25 mbpd in June 2026, as prospects of Iranian crude returning to India grow after US-Iran agreement.

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz offers relief to exporters amid ongoing shipping risks and rising logistics costs.

India's crude oil imports hit a milestone in June, as Russia emerged as the primary supplier, followed closely by the UAE's near-record imports. This shift represents a calculated…

India increases oil imports from Russia and UAE in June, diversifying supplies ahead of potential Strait of Hormuz recovery.

India's crude oil imports from Russia surged to 2.66 million bpd in June, up from 1.91 million bpd in May, solidifying Russia as its top supplier.

India increased crude oil purchases from Russia and maintained near-record imports from the UAE in June as refiners moved to secure supplies while waiting for a full recovery in…

The disruption of the Strait of Hormuz exposed India's heavy dependence on imported fossil fuels, accelerating closer energy ties with the United States and strengthening the case…

Indias crude oil imports have returned to normal levels in June, recovering after earlier disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions and supply bottlenecks linked to the Strait…

US-Iran war: India, importing around 90% of its crude needs, is stocking up on oil even as hopes of the Strait of Hormuz reopening completely stay. India has diversified its crude…

India is on track to import a record volume of Russian crude in June as disruptions to Middle Eastern supplies and favorable economics reinforce Russia’s position as the country’s…