Saturday, October 4, 2025
Neindia
  • Home
  • Local
  • Tourism
  • International
  • National
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Article / Featues
  • Video
  • Tender
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Local
  • Tourism
  • International
  • National
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Article / Featues
  • Video
  • Tender
No Result
View All Result
No Result
View All Result
Home National

Jaishankar Defends Russian Oil Imports; Opposition Calls it a ‘Diplomatic Disaster’

admin by admin
24/08/2025
in National, Politics
0
Jaishankar Defends Russian Oil Imports; Opposition Calls it a ‘Diplomatic Disaster’
0
SHARES
6
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

 

New Delhi, August 24: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Sunday strongly defended India’s continued purchase of discounted Russian oil, asserting that the move is in the national interest and accusing the West of hypocrisy. However, his remarks sparked sharp criticism from the Opposition, who termed the situation a “diplomatic disaster” and accused the Modi government of mishandling foreign policy.

READ ALSO

J&K Speaker seeks court/govt decision on MLA Malik’s attendance

EEPC India hails RBI’s relaxed rules to aid small exporters

Responding to recent U.S. criticism that India is profiting from cheap Russian crude, Jaishankar dismissed the allegations, stating, “India’s oil imports serve both national and global interests.” He further noted that the earlier Trump administration had supported India’s energy strategy, questioning the shift in stance.

“Western nations, including the U.S. and EU, continue to buy Russian oil and gas in far larger volumes. If you have a problem buying from us, don’t buy. Nobody forces you,” Jaishankar said, pointing to what he described as clear Western double standards.

However, the Opposition remained unconvinced. Congress leader Salman Khurshid accused the government of being unprepared for diplomatic fallout and failing to establish a stable foreign policy. “We’ve lost credibility with long-standing allies and are now isolated. Our warming up to China, despite unresolved border tensions, further complicates our global image,” he said.

AAP leader Priyanka Kakkar questioned the economic impact of the oil imports, claiming that the benefits were limited to industrialists. “The common Indian has seen no relief at the petrol pump. Only the Modi government’s capitalist allies have profited,” she said, calling India’s current diplomatic standing its “lowest point in decades.”

Despite mounting political heat, Jaishankar stood firm, defending India’s sovereign right to decide its energy policy and rejecting claims that India is diplomatically cornered. “We act in our interest, not under external pressure,” he concluded.

Tags: Jaishankar Defends Russian Oil Imports; Opposition Calls it a 'Diplomatic Disaster'

Related Posts

J&K Speaker seeks court/govt decision on MLA Malik’s attendance
National

J&K Speaker seeks court/govt decision on MLA Malik’s attendance

03/10/2025
EEPC India hails RBI’s relaxed rules to aid small exporters
National

EEPC India hails RBI’s relaxed rules to aid small exporters

03/10/2025
Bihar govt hikes DA, scholarships; clears 129 proposals
National

Bihar govt hikes DA, scholarships; clears 129 proposals

03/10/2025
Awami League submits UN memo after Geneva protest on Yunus govt
International

Awami League submits UN memo after Geneva protest on Yunus govt

03/10/2025
Indian Constitution a Moral Compass Turning Diversity into Strength: Report
International

Indian Constitution a Moral Compass Turning Diversity into Strength: Report

03/10/2025
Four prisoners on the run after daring Maha Navami jailbreak
Local

Four prisoners on the run after daring Maha Navami jailbreak

03/10/2025
Next Post
Nation should know about Tripura’s Mayer Gomon: CM

Nation should know about Tripura’s Mayer Gomon: CM

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

POPULAR NEWS

Tripura University Students Protest Over Exam Results

Tripura University Students Protest Over Exam Results

05/09/2024
UJJAYANTA  PALACE :

UJJAYANTA PALACE :

01/04/2023
12 Maharashtra Officers Promoted to IAS, Revenue Minister Lauds Milestone

12 Maharashtra Officers Promoted to IAS, Revenue Minister Lauds Milestone

14/07/2025
“Sesh Belay Tumi” Short Film: A Touching Exploration of Love and Loss Premieres in Digital Platforms

“Sesh Belay Tumi” Short Film: A Touching Exploration of Love and Loss Premieres in Digital Platforms

24/10/2024
New Short Film and Music Video “Eka E Jibon” Set to Capture Hearts with its Heartfelt Drama and Soulful Music

New Short Film and Music Video “Eka E Jibon” Set to Capture Hearts with its Heartfelt Drama and Soulful Music

30/11/2024

EDITOR'S PICK

Tripura-Origin IAS Officer Dhiman Chakma Arrested for Accepting ₹10 Lakh Bribe in Odisha

Tripura-Origin IAS Officer Dhiman Chakma Arrested for Accepting ₹10 Lakh Bribe in Odisha

09/06/2025
CPIM booth office was burnt down by miscreants

Tripura CM calls for public participation to end drugs menace

04/05/2023
Flyover Horror: Two dead in a freak collision

Flyover Horror: Two dead in a freak collision

16/10/2023
Congress stages protest condemning the BJP’s portrayal of Rahul Gandhi as a ‘modern-day Ravan’

Congress stages protest condemning the BJP’s portrayal of Rahul Gandhi as a ‘modern-day Ravan’

06/10/2023
  • Home
  • About
  • Trender

© 2024 Neindia

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Local
  • Tourism
  • International
  • National
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Article / Featues
  • Video
  • Tender

© 2024 Neindia