"Never Depended On Permission": India On Trump's 30-Day Russian Oil Waiver
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Summary
The Centre on Saturday said that India continues to buy crude oil from any source offering the most competitive prices, as tensions prevail along the Strait of Hormuz route because of the Iran-US-Israel war.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source NDTV - India
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right