Shortage of petrol, diesel ‘baseless’; no need to panic: IndianOil
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Summary
Earlier this week, sources in the government, had stated that India had 25 days each of crude oil stocks and energy products, that is, petrol and diesel
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - Business
Published Friday, 6 March 2026
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 63 million MSMEs
Key Numbers
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
Fiscal deficit target: 4.4% of GDP
GST collection: Rs 1.87 lakh crore/month avg
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right