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"Sounds like favour, there should've been mutual agreement": Sachin Pilot
Updated : 1 week, 2 days ago IST
Congress leader Sachin Pilot raised concerns over the recent waiver granted by the United States allowing India to purchase Russian oil for a limited period, saying that India's energy and economic security should remain independent of external influence.
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"We should be calling for de-escalation and diplomacy...": Congress MP Sha
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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday urged for de-escalation in the US-Israel vs Iran conflict, saying that stability and calm should be restored as soon as possible.
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Geo-economics over geopolitics: Russian strategic expert Tatiana Kukhareva
Updated : 1 week, 2 days ago IST
Russian strategic expert Tatiana Kukhareva, on Saturday, said that the US Treasury Department's 30-day waiver for India to buy Russian oil is about economics, not geopolitics. Speaking to ANI, she said that US President Donald Trump's approach prioritises the economy and money, and he'll
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MRPL denies rumours of refinery shutdown amid West Asia conflict; confirms
Updated : 1 week, 2 days ago IST
Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has officially denied reports circulating on social media regarding a partial shutdown of its facilities, asserting that its operations remain fully functional despite speculation of feedstock shortages. The state-controlled refiner issued
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Prolonged West Asia conflict could slow down India's growth: SBI Research
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The ongoing conflict in West Asia could have multiple economic implications for India, particularly through higher oil prices, disruptions in energy supply routes, and potential impacts on remittances and trade, according to a new report by SBI Research. The report highlighted that while the
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'Public's sweat being extracted': Mallikarjun Kharge slams government over
Updated : 1 week, 2 days ago IST
In a post on X Mallikarjun Kharge, wrote, "A hike of ₹60 in domestic LPG cylinders, A profit of ₹115 earned in commercial LPG, First, the benefit of lower international prices was snatched from the public, Now, the public's sweat is being extracted under the burden of inflation, The Modi
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Congress MP Jairam Ramesh seeks parliamentary debate on West Asia conflict
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Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday demanded a parliamentary discussion on the ongoing conflict in West Asia and the 30-day "permission" from the United States to purchase Russian oil, as the Budget Session 2026 will resume on Monday.
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Oil could hit $120 if West Asia conflict drags on: Infomerics Chief Econom
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Global crude oil prices could climb to around USD 120 per barrel if the conflict in West Asia continues for a prolonged period, said Manoranjan Sharma, Chief Economist at Infomerics Ratings, warning that an extended geopolitical crisis could significantly disrupt global economic calculations
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Dubai authorities confirm "minor incident" successfully contained after de
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Dubai and Saudi Arabia have intercepted a massive wave of drones and missiles following escalating regional strikes. While Dubai successfully contained debris from an interception, Saudi forces thwarted attacks on the Shaybah oil field and air bases. Riyadh and the GCC condemned the "treache
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"Cowardly, compromised 56-inch chest": Congress MP Jairam Ramesh slams Cen
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Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Saturday slammed the Centre after United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reiterated that Washington DC has granted India the 30-day "permission" to purchase Russian oil.
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Tehran's Mehrabad Airport ablaze as Israel and Iran exchange fire: Reports
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Middle East tensions have escalated as airstrikes hit Tehran, leaving Mehrabad Airport on fire. In retaliation, Iran targeted Tel Aviv, while Saudi Arabia intercepted 16 drones and missiles aimed at vital oil fields and air bases. Riyadh and the GCC condemned the "treacherous Iranian aggress
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Indian Railways' electrification drive acts as a safeguard against oil sup
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Indian Railways has undertaken electrification of its network in mission mode over the last decade, significantly reducing its dependence on imported diesel. As a result, 99.4% of the Broad Gauge (BG) railway network has now been electrified, marking one of the largest infrastructure tran
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