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  Iran-US-Israel war: Drone hits Italy-US airbase in Kuwait, no injuries reported

  World | March 15, 2026 23:36 IST

  The war between Iran and Israel has entered its 16th day, with explosions reported in Tehran and casualties continuing to rise. Iranian officials say more than 1,300 people have been killed, while rights groups estimate the toll could be higher.

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  Japan to release strategic oil reserve amid US-Israel-Iran War, first G7 nation to do so

  Business | March 11, 2026 16:50 IST

  India, the world's third-largest oil-importing and consuming nation, has 5.33 million tonnes of underground strategic reserves. But they are only 80 per cent filled currently.

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  Air India to raise fares with new fuel surcharge amid West Asia crisis

  India | March 10, 2026 22:19 IST

  Air India said it will levy a surcharge of Rs 399 on domestic flight tickets starting March 12. Fuel surcharges on international flight tickets will also be increased.

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  Drone attack strikes UAE's massive Ruwais refinery, markets on alert

  World | March 10, 2026 19:03 IST

  Located about 245 kilometers west of Abu Dhabi along the Arabian Gulf coast, the Ruwais Refinery is central to the UAE’s oil exports, petrochemical production, and strategic reserves.

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  Pakistan seeks IMF help as crude oil prices spike near USD 120 a barrel, check full details here

  March 09, 2026 16:57 IST

  Pakistan warned that its monthly oil import bill could rise by USD 600 million as crude prices crossed $100 amid escalating tensions in West Asia. The country has approached the IMF for relief and raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 55 per litre.

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  Saudi defence minister Khalid bin meets Pakistan's Army chief Asim Munir amid rising Iran tensions

  World | March 07, 2026 11:01 IST

  The defence agreement signed between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan in September 2025 says that any attack on Saudi territory could potentially involve Pakistan in the kingdom’s defence.

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  Why the Strait of Hormuz matters: How global oil supply could be hit and how vulnerable India is

  Business | March 03, 2026 14:12 IST

  European gas prices have also jumped more than 40 per cent after attacks hit Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura refinery and a Qatari LNG plant, intensifying fears of supply disruptions.

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  Crude oil futures rise 9% as Saudi Aramco's Ras Tanura refinery shut down after drone strike

  Business | March 02, 2026 13:37 IST

  Crude oil futures soared 9 per cent to a lifetime high of Rs 6,700 per barrel after Saudi Aramco shut its Ras Tanura refinery due to a drone strike. Brent and WTI prices also climbed sharply amid Middle East tensions.

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  Iran targets Aramco's Ras Tanura refining facility in Saudi Arabia, videos show fire and chaos

  World | March 02, 2026 13:52 IST

  An Iranian drone struck Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura oil facility, causing a fire. As per initial information there are no casualties however, the attack prompted the temporary shutdown of the refinery.

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  India's Russia imports down 40% in January, crude oil hit hardest

  India | February 18, 2026 11:07 IST

  India’s merchandise imports from Russia have reportedly plunged by around 40 percent in January, mainly because Indian refiners drastically reduced their crude oil purchases.

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  'World doesn't want India to produce': Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal on India's oil import

  Business | February 09, 2026 17:08 IST

  Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal has called for a radical shift in India’s energy strategy, urging the government to move from "heavy regulation to facilitation" to unlock the nation's untapped hydrocarbon potential.

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  Trump says US working closely with Venezuela to bring millions of barrels of oil to its refineries

  World | January 14, 2026 7:06 IST

  US President Donald Trump said that Venezuela has started supplying oil to the United States and added that the arrangement would have a direct impact on global energy markets, asserting that increased supply would help lower prices.

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  50 million barrels of Venezuela oil worth USD 4.2 billion on its way to US: Trump

  World | January 12, 2026 8:26 IST

  US President Donald Trump on Friday signed an Executive Order declaring a national emergency to protect Venezuelan oil revenue held in US Treasury accounts from legal attachment or judicial seizure, saying the move is aimed at advancing US foreign policy and national security objectives.

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  Trump says interim Venezuelan authorities to turn 30-50 million barrels of 'sanctioned oil' to US

  World | January 07, 2026 6:54 IST

  Taking to Truth Social, US President Donald Trump further said that he has asked Energy Secretary Chris Wright to execute the plan immediately and that the oil would be taken by storage ships and brought directly to the unloading docks in the US.

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  After Putin, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy may visit India in January 2026: Report

  India | December 08, 2025 14:24 IST

  Last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Moscow in July to meet Putin, and the following month, he travelled to Ukraine.

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  Putin assures Russian oil supply to India, says ready to continue uninterrupted shipments

  India | December 05, 2025 16:11 IST

  President Vladimir Putin assured that Russia will continue uninterrupted fuel shipments to India, even as New Delhi faces US pressure to curb its oil imports from Moscow. Putin called Russia a reliable energy partner and pledged steady support for India’s growing energy needs.

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  Shampoos vs oils: What really helps an oily scalp?

  Beauty | September 26, 2025 11:55 IST

  There are different products available in the market that claim to help with an oily scalp. However, there’s a never-ending debate about shampoos and oils, and which of these is better for an oily scalp. Read on as we decode which of these is really helpful for an oily scalp.

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  Doctor shares cooking oils that you can use for deep frying

  Food | August 08, 2025 16:51 IST

  Pakoras, puris, french fries, fried chicken and others, everyone loves fried foods. However, you should keep a check on the type of oil you are using for deep frying your food. here are some doctor recommended oils you can use to deep fry your foods.

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  India's oil bill will rise to USD 12 billion if it stops Russian crude imports: SBI

  Business | August 08, 2025 15:34 IST

  Crude oil prices could rise by up to 10 per cent if all countries stopped buying from Russia, provided no other countries increase their production.

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  US oil hopes in Pakistan dashed by 'security threat': Diplomatic tensions, terror warnings collide

  World | August 02, 2025 6:55 IST

  In the immediate aftermath of the US security alert in Karachi, the UK Foreign Office issued parallel guidance, urging British nationals to avoid all but essential travel to Karachi and surrounding regions due to heightened terrorism risks.