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US extends sanctions waiver on Russian crude with China angle - what it means for India

Earlier today petroleum ministry joint secretary Sujata Sharma said that India will continue importing Russian crude based on commercial practicality and its energy security requirements, regardless of whether US sanctions waivers are in place.

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US extends sanctions waiver on Russian crude with China angle - what it means for IndiaEarlier today petroleum ministry joint secretary Sujata Sharma said that India will continue importing Russian crude based on commercial practicality and its energy security requirements, regardless of whether US sanctions waivers are in place.
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