Unexplained explosions reported near Iran’s Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf raise alarm for global oil supply and India’s energy security. Full analysis.
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U.S. Oil Rig Count Rises While Gas Rigs Decline: What It Means
U.S. oil rigs climb to 449 as gas rigs dip to 130 in the latest Baker Hughes data. Crude output hits 13.86 mn bpd. Key implications for global & India energy markets.
Rosneft CEO: China, Not OPEC, Now Controls Oil Markets
Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin says China has replaced OPEC as the swing power in global oil markets. What this means for India’s crude import strategy in 2026.
Crude Oil Prices Surge 4% as U.S. SPR Hits Historic 1983 Lows
U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve drops to 298.7M barrels amid the Strait of Hormuz standoff, triggering a massive intraday rally in global crude futures. NEW YORK — International energy markets experienced a sharp…
Decoding Retail Petrol Pump Models: A Comprehensive Guide to COCO, DOCO, CODO, and DODO
The global fuel retail industry relies on structured partnership frameworks to manage high-value real estate, volatile inventory, and strict quality control. In countries with massive refueling networks like India, oil marketing companies…
FASTag Annual Pass Fee Increased from April 1, 2026: NHAI Update Every Highway User Should Know
The FASTag Annual Pass fee hike from April 1, 2026 is a key update for millions of private vehicle owners and frequent highway users across India. With the NHAI revising the FASTag…
Energy and Fuel Crisis in India & Relief Measures
India is closely monitoring the evolving global energy and fuel crisis caused by geopolitical tensions and disruptions in crude oil supply chains. As a country heavily dependent on crude oil imports, fluctuations…
India Invokes the Essential Commodities Act for Energy: A New Era of Energy Security
India has taken a historic step by invoking the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 for natural gas supply regulation, signaling a major shift in how the country views energy security. Traditionally used to…
HSD & MS Prices in India May Rise as Global Crude Oil Surges Amid Geopolitical Conflicts
Global crude oil prices have surged sharply in recent weeks as escalating geopolitical tensions — particularly involving the Middle East — reignite energy market volatility. This comes alongside the ongoing legacy effects…
IOCL Recruitment 2025-26: Non-Executive Personnel – 394 Vacancy Details & Eligibility to Apply Online
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) – a Maharatna energy major – invites online applications for various Non-Executive posts in its Refineries Division. This drive (Advertisement Nos. GR/P/Rectt/25, etc., dated 20-12-2025) offers a…