Hardeep Singh Puri
Coverage of Hardeep Singh Puri in the Nexus archive.
- India eyes oil exploration expansion after Middle East war shortages
India is expanding domestic oil exploration to address energy supply shortages caused by the Middle East war. The oil minister announced plans to bid out 250,000 square kilometers of unexplored areas, focusing on regions like the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago, and collaborating with international firms like Petrobras and BP.
- Watch: When will petrol and diesel prices come down?
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri stated that petrol and diesel prices may not decrease immediately despite lower global crude oil prices. He attributed this to fuel refined during a period of elevated costs caused by the West Asia conflict, which increased freight and insurance expenses.
- India's Modi meets Delcy Rodriguez as India expands Venezuela oil imports
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodriguez to strengthen energy cooperation, as Venezuela became India's third-largest crude oil supplier. The discussions included expanding investments in mining, critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, and automobiles, amid India's efforts to diversify energy sources due to global supply disruptions.