Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:48am on 16 Oct 2025,Thursday India Global
India reaffirmed on Thursday that its energy choices are guided by consumer interest, focusing on stable prices, secure supplies, and diversification. The statement came after former US President Donald Trump claimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi had assured him that India would stop buying oil from Russia. The Ministry of External Affairs said India’s import policies are shaped by national interest and market stability. It did not confirm or deny Trump’s remarks. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, criticised Modi for not rejecting the claim, alleging that India’s foreign policy was being influenced by Washington’s pressure. (PC: India Today)
