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West Asia Crisis

India, UAE Sign Landmark 30-Million Barrel Strategic Oil Deal; Abu Dhabi Pledges $5 Billion Investment Pipeline

India, UAE Sign Landmark 30-Million Barrel Strategic Oil Deal; Abu Dhabi Pledges $5 Billion Investment Pipeline

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May 16, 2026

India and the UAE have finalized a landmark agreement to expand the Gulf nation's strategic crude oil storage in India to 30 million barrels alongside a $5 billion investment pipeline. The developments were cemented during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s high-profile visit to Abu Dhabi amid escalating security concerns in West

Himachal Governor fuel conservation: Helicopter use banned, convoy cut by half

Himachal Governor fuel conservation: Helicopter use banned, convoy cut by half

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May 13, 2026

In a significant move to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for resource conservation amid the West Asia crisis, Governor Kavinder Gupta has declared Lok Bhavan a 'Fuel Conservation Zone' and slashed his official convoy size.

West Asia Crisis News: Indian Economy Faces Major Balance of Payments Test

West Asia Crisis News: Indian Economy Faces Major Balance of Payments Test

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May 13, 2026

The escalating West Asia crisis has triggered a "real stress test" for India's balance of payments, directly impacting inflation and the rupee, as oil marketing companies face losses of ₹1,000 crore daily.

PM Narendra Modi PM Modi's emotional message to BJP workers: 'Don't call me Sir, I am your brother'

Narendra Modi Urges Fuel Restraint Amid West Asia Crisis, Warns Impact

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May 10, 2026

PM Narendra Modi called for restrained use of imported petroleum products, saying reduced fuel consumption would help India save foreign exchange and minimise the impact of the ongoing West Asia crisis.