Modi Raises Indians’ Safety With Iran President

By BPN News Desk March 13, 2026

International

Modi Raises Indians’ Safety With Iran President Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian as India stepped up diplomatic outreach amid the worsening West Asia conflict. During the conversation, Modi expressed concern over the escalating violence, the loss

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Energy Security or Energy Illusion? India’s LPG Crisis Explains the Truth

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2026

The images dominating global television screens today show missiles streaking across Middle Eastern skies, oil facilities burning and military aircraft crossing hostile airspace. But far away from these battlefields, the consequences are unfolding in a far more ordinary place: the Indian kitchen. As tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz escalate, reports of LPG

International

Canada Eyes Bigger Role In India Energy Supply

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2026

Canada has said it is well placed to support India’s growing energy demand, with Prime Minister Mark Carney pointing to future opportunities in crude oil, LNG and uranium as the two countries deepen economic ties. The remarks come at a time when India is looking to diversify energy supplies amid global market volatility and regional […]

National

PM Modi Seeks Calm Amid LPG Shortage

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday sought to calm concerns over the LPG shortage affecting parts of India, saying the country would “navigate the situation” as the West Asia conflict disrupts global energy supply chains. His remarks came amid reports of refill delays, panic booking in some cities and pressure on commercial users such as […]

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EAM Jaishankar Says National Interest Comes First

By BPN News Desk March 10, 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told Parliament that India’s approach to the conflict in West Asia will be guided by national interest, with energy security, trade flows and the safety of Indian citizens in the region remaining central to the government’s response. Jaishankar Prioritises Energy Security And Trade Addressing both Houses of Parliament, Jaishankar

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Domestic LPG Price Hiked By ₹60 Amid West Asia Conflict

By BPN News Desk March 8, 2026

Title: Domestic LPG Price Hiked By ₹60 Amid West Asia Conflict Domestic cooking gas prices in India have been increased by ₹60 per cylinder as global energy markets react to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. The revision was implemented by state-run oil marketing companies as rising international fuel prices and supply disruptions begin affecting […]

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India Must Prepare for $200 Oil if the Strait of Hormuz Becomes a War Zone

By BPN News Desk March 7, 2026

The escalating conflict involving Iran has once again placed the Strait of Hormuz at the centre of global attention. Oil markets are already reacting to geopolitical uncertainty, and analysts across the world are warning that a serious disruption in Gulf shipping routes could send crude prices sharply higher. If the conflict spreads into the waters […]

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India’s Oil Will Not Run Out in 75 Days. With Partial Imports Continuing, Reserves Could Last Nearly 180 Days. Why Is the Media Pushing Panic Headlines?

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

In the past few days, several newspapers and television panels have loudly declared that India has “only 75 days of oil left” if the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The headline is dramatic, alarming and perfectly designed to trigger panic. The only problem is that it is […]

National

India Signals Interest In More Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk March 4, 2026

India Signals Interest In More Russian Oil Imports India has reportedly signaled renewed interest in increasing crude oil imports from Russia as geopolitical tensions rise following the crisis involving Iran. Russian officials said they are receiving indications that Indian buyers may seek higher volumes of Russian crude amid concerns about potential disruptions in global

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India’s 30% Coal Import Cut: Energy Security Over Commodity Diplomacy

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2026

According to an exclusive report by Reuters, India plans to reduce power sector coal imports by 30 percent this year, equivalent to roughly 15 million tonnes. At first glance, the move may appear symbolic or protectionist. In reality, it reflects a deeper structural recalibration of how India manages energy dependence, foreign exchange exposure, and supply […]