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India Russia Oil Diversification
Stable
Steady attention in Crude Oil coverage, without a clear trend.
Updated 14 October 2026
The argument: India will continue diversifying its oil sourcing away from Russia despite U.S. tariff threats, protecting its energy security and economic interests.
How attention has changed
0% of Crude Oil coverage
Rolling 3-day share · as of 14 Oct 2026
This measures attention in published coverage, not the likelihood of a price move.
| Date | Share of coverage |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-18 | 0.7% |
| 2026-09-19 | 0.7% |
| 2026-09-20 | 1.6% |
| 2026-09-21 | 1.5% |
| 2026-09-22 | 1.3% |
| 2026-09-23 | 0.8% |
| 2026-09-24 | 0.6% |
| 2026-09-25 | 0.4% |
| 2026-09-26 | 0.1% |
| 2026-09-27 | 0% |
| 2026-09-28 | 0% |
| 2026-09-29 | 0% |
| 2026-09-30 | 0.3% |
| 2026-10-01 | 0.4% |
| 2026-10-02 | 0.3% |
| 2026-10-03 | 0.1% |
| 2026-10-04 | 0% |
| 2026-10-05 | 0% |
| 2026-10-06 | 0% |
| 2026-10-07 | 0% |
| 2026-10-08 | 0% |
| 2026-10-09 | 0% |
| 2026-10-10 | 0% |
| 2026-10-11 | 0% |
| 2026-10-12 | 0% |
| 2026-10-13 | 0% |
| 2026-10-14 | 0% |
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The argument and its evidence
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Recent coverage
Earlier coverage
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Hindustan Times · Published 30 Sep 2026
US lawmakers in India: Why a congressional visit matters after the Russia sanctions law
In coverage record: 1 Oct 2026
“the law's "potential implications for not just the bilateral relationship but also the international energy market have been very clearly articulated by the Indian side"”
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India Today · Published 29 Sep 2026
Will India's 49.9% stake in Russian oil giant shield it from US sanctions over crude?
In coverage record: 30 Sep 2026
“Such a structure could also give Indian companies greater control over supply and potentially strengthen energy security. It could also reduce dependence on traders and provide a more integrated commercial relationship with Russian producers. But even these models would not automatically remove US sanctions exposure.”
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Livemint · Published 23 Sep 2026
Jaishankar raises India’s concerns over US Russia sanctions law with Rubio at UNGA
In coverage record: 24 Sep 2026
“India remains firmly committed to ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people. It will continue to do so through diversified sourcing and on the basis of evolving market dynamics.”
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Free Press Journal · Published 22 Sep 2026
JPMorgan CEO Urges US To Consider India’s Oil Needs Before Imposing Russia Sanctions
In coverage record: 23 Sep 2026
“affordable and reliable energy supplies are essential for its large population and growing economy”
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Outlook India · Published 21 Sep 2026
Trump's 'Coercive Geopolitics' Puts India Energy Security At Risk, Says Expert
In coverage record: 22 Sep 2026
“Russia, being rich in hydrocarbon resources, has seen impressive exports of the same towards India since the Russia-Ukraine war, while Russia has been slapped with almost 13,000 sanctions.”
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The Economic Times · Published 20 Sep 2026
Oil prices key external risk, but yet to derail growth outlook: Radhika Rao, Executive Director & Senior Economist, DBS Bank
In coverage record: 21 Sep 2026
“helped by India's diversified crude sourcing strategy and ability to secure alternative supplies”
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Malayala Manorama · Published 19 Sep 2026
US sanctions bill on Russia puts India, Narendra Modi in a bind
In coverage record: 20 Sep 2026
“After Russia's invasion of Ukraine, India sharply increased purchases of discounted Russian crude, which now account for more than 40% of India's overall oil supplies.”
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The Indian Express · Published 19 Sep 2026
Double standards in US sanctions law: No Russian oil for others, exception for own uranium imports
In coverage record: 20 Sep 2026
“for New Delhi, meaningfully reducing Russian oil imports is just not an option in the prevailing circumstances of global energy supply tightness amid the West Asia crisis.”
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The New Indian Express · Published 19 Sep 2026
Trump signs Russia sanctions bill, India’s oil imports face potential 100% tariff
In coverage record: 20 Sep 2026
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Livemint · Published 18 Sep 2026
India vows to protect interests, as US clears bill to punish Russian oil buyers
In coverage record: 19 Sep 2026
“India will look to further diversify its energy sources, they said.”
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CP24 Toronto · Published 17 Sep 2026
India to diversify despite Trump 100% tariff threat
In coverage record: 18 Sep 2026
“It will continue to do so through diversified sourcing and on the basis of evolving market dynamics.”
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