EU Imposes New Sanctions Targeting Indian Refinery Over Russian Oil Trade

In a significant move to intensify economic pressure on Russia amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict, the European Union has introduced a fresh round of sanctions that, for the first time, directly affect an Indian entity.On July 18, 2025, the EU announced additional restrictions targeting Nayara Energy Ltd, a major refinery in India linked to Rosneft, the Russian energy giant.“For the first time,

July 19, 2025
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India Slams NATO Chief’s Sanction Threats, Decries ‘Double Standards’ On Russia Trade

India has issued a sharp rebuttal to recent remarks by NATO Secretary General
Mark Rutte, who warned of "100 per cent secondary sanctions" on countries such
as India, China, and Brazil should they continue commerce with Russia amid the
ongoing Ukraine conflict.

The confrontation was triggered after Rutte, speaking alongside US Senators in
Washington, urged these nations to "

July 17, 2025
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NATO Threatens 100% Secondary Sanctions Over Oil & Gas Trade With Russia: ‘If You Live In Beijing, Or Delhi…’

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has heightened tensions in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict by announcing that the alliance will impose “100% secondary sanctions” on any country continuing to trade oil and gas with Russia.With this unprecedented threat coming just days after U.S. President Donald Trump’s sharp escalation in rhetoric and policy against Moscow, the spotlight is now firmly on

July 16, 2025
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KB Fabian Hits Out At NATO Chief For ‘Talking Through His Hat’ On India-Russia Trade Threat

Former Indian diplomat KB Fabian has sharply criticised NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for his recent warnings of possible secondary sanctions on countries such as India, China, and Brazil over their continued trade ties with Russia.Fabian described Rutte’s remarks as “talking through his hat,” asserting that neither Rutte personally nor his office has any authority to impose such sanctions.

July 16, 2025
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India Plans To Convert 10 Retired Thermal Plants Into Nuclear Units To Reach 100 GW Capacity By 2047

India has initiated an ambitious strategy to convert 10 retired or decommissioned thermal power plants into nuclear power units as part of its mission to achieve 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047, marking a transformative step in the nation’s energy transition.This move leverages the existing land, water, and electrical infrastructure at these sites, aiming to reap substantial cost and logistical

July 16, 2025
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