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BJP names Hardeep Singh Puri for Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll
Puri's nomination comes after the BJP left him out of its Uttar Pradesh Rajya Sabha candidate list ahead of his current term's expiry in November
 "BJP names Hardeep Singh Puri for Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha bypoll")
India faces no pressure to halt Russian oil purchases: Hardeep Puri
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday denied that India was under any pressure to stop buying Russian oil
 "India faces no pressure to halt Russian oil purchases: Hardeep Puri")
India's diesel exports set to surge in 2027 on refining capacity boom
India is becoming a global refining hub as it prepares to boost refining capacity to 300 million tons per year by 2030, and increasing further to 400 million tpy later
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India poised to refine for world as global capacity declines: Hardeep Puri
India's refining capacity is currently around 290 million tonnes per annum and is expected to expand further by scaling up existing facilities and adding new projects, he said
 "India poised to refine for world as global capacity declines: Hardeep Puri")
No intention to increase ethanol blending in fuel beyond 20%: Hardeep Puri
The government has been promoting ethanol-blended petrol as part of its strategy to reduce dependence on imported crude oil, one of the biggest contributors to its current account deficit
 "No intention to increase ethanol blending in fuel beyond 20%: Hardeep Puri")
No pressure from US to reduce Russian oil imports, says Hardeep Puri
India's imports of West Asian crude oil surged in September, returning to pre-war levels, while its refiners cut back purchases of Russian oil amid stiff competition from China
Union ministers Puri, Verma do not find place in BJP's UP Rajya Sabha list
Hardeep Singh Puri and B L Verma's Rajya Sabha terms end on November 25; their exclusion comes amid speculation about a mid-term revamp of the Union Council of Ministers
BJP releases Rajya Sabha candidate list, drops Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
The Rajya Sabha election in Uttar Pradesh is being held for 10 seats, with voting scheduled for October 16.
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India so far successfully navigated crude supply disruption, says Puri
"So far we have navigated that uncertainty. In fact, I would say we have insulated ourselves from the turbulence," Puri said while speaking about the country's energy security
West Asia troubles may exacerbate: Oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri
Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said India has navigated the crisis so far, but closure of key chokepoints could create supply challenges if the conflict escalates
Need for dialogue to ensure reliable energy supplies: Hardeep Singh Puri
Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said sustained dialogue between producers and consumers was essential to support investment, energy resilience and reliable supplies
 "Need for dialogue to ensure reliable energy supplies: Hardeep Singh Puri")
Only 4 cases of ethanol contamination reported so far, says Hardeep Puri
Of 2,000 fuel samples collected each day, only 4 cases of fuel contamination have been reported so far, oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri noted
India weathered Hormuz disruption without fuel shortages: Puri
India shielded consumers from Strait of Hormuz disruptions by diversifying crude and LPG supplies, expanding refining capacity and boosting domestic production, Puri said
ONGC starts India's first deepwater exploration well off Odisha coast
The state-owned explorer has launched its first deepwater exploratory well under a broader push to unlock offshore hydrocarbon reserves and strengthen India's energy security
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Hardeep Puri questions eruption of 'controversy' over ethanol blended fuels
Petroleum minister says E20 has been used safely for nearly two years and argues higher ethanol blending will reduce crude imports, support farmers and strengthen India's energy security
OMCs back in profit as under-recoveries on petrol and diesel shrink
Analysts and the government differ on fuel under-recoveries as crude prices ease, highlighting contrasting views on OMC margins and India's fuel pricing formula
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War-hit balance sheets: State-run OMCs' underrecoveries hit ₹2.19 trillion
High crude oil prices pushed state-run oil retailers into massive under-recoveries despite fuel price hikes, while LPG sales continued to remain loss-making, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said
West Asia crisis caused ₹74,781 cr loss on fuel sales for oil firms: Puri
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said rising crude prices during the West Asia conflict led to ₹74,781 crore in losses for state-run OMCs till June 30
Can E85 fuel become the breakthrough for India's ethanol blending goals?
The launch of E85 fuel and flex-fuel vehicles has revived debate on the future of ethanol blending in India, but questions remain over incentives, infrastructure and consumer acceptance
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Back to the cradle of India's oil industry amid Northeast energy push
A tripartite pact - amid the promise of removing Afspa from almost all of the Northeast - revives hydrocarbon exploration along the Assam-Nagaland border after decades of dormancy
 "Back to the cradle of India's oil industry amid Northeast energy push")