Crude Oil

EU Sanctions Russia-backed Gujarat refinery, India Criticises the Action

EU Sanctions Russia-backed Gujarat refinery, India Criticises the Action

On Friday, July 18, 2025, the European Union (EU) announced fresh sanctions. These sanctions include the Gujarat refinery owned by Nayara Energy Ltd. This is an action targeting Russia’s energy sector.  This comes at a time when the US is also debating further sanctions on purchasers of Russian crude oil. India, China and Brazil could face penalties in such a situation. Oil Price Cap Tightens The new EU sanctions also include a lowering of the oil price cap. This specifies the highest price countries can pay for Russian oil. This is while using shipping and insurance from the advanced economies…
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Crude Oil Reserves Discovered in Uttar Pradesh: A Game-Changer for Local Farmers

Crude Oil Reserves Discovered in Uttar Pradesh: A Game-Changer for Local Farmers

Major Oil Discovery in Ballia District A significant crude oil reserve has been discovered near Sagarpali village in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. This has sparked hopes of economic transformation for local landowners. The Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has been conducting exploration activities in the region. It has confirmed the presence of oil deposits at a depth of 3,000 metres in the Ganga basin. This discovery holds special historical significance. The oil reserve was found on land belonging to the family of freedom fighter Chittu Pandey. ONGC has leased six-and-a-half acres from the Pandey family for three years, with…
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