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India cuts U.S. and Russian oil imports in September

2026-10-30 · 1 source · The Hindu Industry

In short

India cut oil purchases from the U.S. and Russia in September, while buying more from the UAE. The reporting says Russia and the UAE together made up 60% of India’s oil imports.

This matters because it shows where India is sourcing oil. The exact amounts and why the mix changed were not stated.

What the reporting says

India cut oil imports from the U.S. and Russia in September, while imports from the UAE rose, according to government data cited in publisher summaries. The reporting says the shift coincided with the ‘Russia Sanctions Act’ and that Russia and the UAE together account for 60% of India’s oil imports. The exact import volumes, reasons for the mix change, and any market impact were not stated in the available reporting.

Why it matters

India reduced oil imports from the U.S. and Russia in September and increased purchases from the UAE, based on government data summarized by publishers. The reports say the change came alongside the ‘Russia Sanctions Act,’ but they do not state a direct cause. The available reporting also says Russia and the UAE together made up 60% of India’s oil imports, underscoring concentration in supply.

Touches: Energy, Oil, Global

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