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POLITICSOct 5India is one of Russia’s biggest energy buyers. Can it also help broker peace with Ukraine?India is beginning to take a more active role in efforts to reach a settlement between Russia and Ukraine, Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said. Bloomberg reported that his explicit statement signals New Delhi’s shift toward a more active stance after years of caution over the war, driven partly by its close economic ties with Russia.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSOct 5Tajikistan Taps Iran as Russian Fuel Runs DryDushanbe's emergency hedge against Russia's fuel crisis puts Tajikistan in the path of U.S. secondary sanctions.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 5Why India’s missile deals in Central Asia matter to Russia and ChinaIndia has sold its Akash air-defence missile system to Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, giving it a foothold in Central Asia as it seeks to become a major global arms exporter. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh confirmed the latest sales on Thursday last week, hinting at interest from elsewhere as he called the Akash “one of our success stories”. Developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation, the Akash is a home-grown, short-range surface-to-air missile system that can hit...South China Morning Post
CONFLICTOct 4Russian drone attack hits Indian-run Kusum pharma plant in Ukraine, 1 killedmathrubhumi · india
POLITICSOct 4India is going ‘beyond advocacy’ on the Russia-Ukraine conflict: JaishankarAt German think-tank event in Delhi, External Affairs Minister presents strong defence of India-Russia ties; says U.S. and China are exclusivist powers; suggests other countries build coalitions beyond the superpowersThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 3Russia has agreed to take around 70,000 Indian skilled workers this year: Govt tells parliamentary panelChairing the meeting on India-Russia relations, Mr. Jaishankar also apprised members of New Delhi's stance on the Ukraine conflict and its recent diplomatic efforts to contribute toward a peaceful settlementThe Hindu
MILITARYOct 1Avoid ‘dangerous path’ of travelling to Russia to join army: MEAThe Hindu
POLITICSSep 30US lawmakers in India : Why a congressional visit matters after the Russia sanctions lawA visit by U.S. lawmakers to India is significant, especially in the context of Russia sanctions law. This suggests important diplomatic discussions and potential policy implications between the two countries.hindustantimes.com · India
POLITICSSep 28Amid concerns over Russia sanctions law, Foreign Secretary meets U.S. delegationForeign Secretary Vikram Misri raised the new law with the delegation, most of whom voted in favour of sanctions targeting India for importing Russian crude oilThe Hindu
POLITICSSep 27 US wont let India become next China : Russian envoy claims Freudian slip revealed Washington concernsA Russian envoy claims a 'Freudian slip' revealed Washington's concerns about India becoming a global power akin to China. This suggests underlying geopolitical tensions and competitive dynamics between major world powers.hindustantimes.com · India
POLITICSSep 24India , US discuss sanctions on Russia , Iran trade partners at UNIndia and the US are reportedly discussing sanctions against trade partners of Russia and Iran at the UN. This indicates ongoing international diplomatic efforts regarding sanctions enforcement and geopolitical alignment.siasat.com · India
POLITICSSep 24Zelenskyy urges India to halt Russian energy tradeUkrainian President Zelenskyy has called on India to cease its energy trade with Russia. This represents an attempt to influence international economic support during the ongoing conflict.ibcworldnews.com · India
POLITICSSep 23Jaishankar meets Rubio, conveys India’s concerns on Sanctioning ​Russia ‌and Iran ActThe External Affairs Minister and the Secretary of State are also understood to be preparing for high-level meetings between U.S. President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi later this yearThe Hindu
BUSINESSSep 22Indian refiners seek alternatives to Russian oil amid US sanctions Law — BloombergIndian oil refiners currently negotiating crude oil supplies for November may reduce purchases from Russia following the enactment of a US sanctions law that threatens to impose new tariffs.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 20Russia State Duma polling underway : Ambassador Alipov casts vote , says five stations open across IndiaPolling for the Russia State Duma is underway, with Ambassador Alipov casting his vote and noting five polling stations open across India. This reports on the logistical aspects of Russian elections for citizens abroad.batonrougepost.com · United States
POLITICSSep 19Trump signs sanctions law against Russia, tariffs threaten China and IndiaPresident Trump heeft zijn handtekening gezet onder een wet die omvangrijke Amerikaanse sancties tegen Rusland mogelijk maakt. Zo kan Trump landen die veel Russische brandstoffen inkopen importheffingen opleggen tot 100 procent. Ook krijgen hoge Russische functionarissen te maken met nog meer beperkingen en moet de Russische schaduwvloot het lastiger krijgen. Doel is om landen als China en India zover te krijgen dat zij hun olie en gas elders gaan inkopen en er minder geld naar de Russische schatkist vloeit voor de oorlog in Oekraïne. De sancties zijn ook gericht tegen Russische tankers die enNOS Buitenland
POLITICSSep 19India’s Modi caught between much-needed Russian oil and US trade threatsIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is caught in an energy policy bind with no easy exit. Cutting Russian oil imports to avoid potential new US tariffs could increase fuel prices ahead of key regional elections, or stress government finances. Maintaining such purchases could cripple Indian exports to its largest market. India, the world’s third-largest oil importer and among the biggest buyers of Russian crude, reacted unusually strongly on Thursday to a US congressional bill that would allow...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 17India vows to protect energy security after new US tariffs over Russian oilIndia has warned Washington that new measures to levy tariffs over the purchase of Russian oil could impact bilateral ties, the South Asian nation's foreign ministry said on Thursday, hours after the U.S. made a ​new move to ‌punish such buyers. Earlier in the day, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a sweeping sanctions and tariff bill intended ⁠to increase economic pressure on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. FRANCE 24's Emerald Maxwell reports.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 17Congress says U.S. law on Russian oil purchase is an ‘affront’ to India’s sovereigntyThe government is projecting the recently concluded BRICS Summit’s joint declaration as a symbol of the world’s trust in India, but is now facing ‘aggressive bullying from a strategic partner’, party general secretary K.C. Venugopal saysThe Hindu
BUSINESSSep 17US tariffs against Russian oil buyers pass: What it means for China, IndiaUS sanctions aim to weaken Russian oil exports, heavily targeting China and India as Moscow's largest energy buyers.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSSep 17China, India could face up to 100% U.S. tariffs for buying Russian oilChina and India may face tariffs of up to 100% from the U.S. if they continue to purchase Russian oil. This suggests potential economic repercussions and geopolitical tensions related to energy trade.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSSep 17India vows to protect its interests as US prepares 100% tariffs for countries importing Russian oilGraham’s bill to hit Russian oil importers has potential implications for US-India ties and international energy market, says New DelhiThe Independent World
POLITICSSep 17India warns new US tariffs over Russian oil could impact tiesNew Delhi says it has 'made clear' its determination to 'protect its trade and economic interests'.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 17US Congress approves Russia sanctions that impact China and IndiaEuroNews [en]