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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
TopicOil exports

Topic: Oil exports

Our take on cow vigilantism, Manipur unrest, and SC guidelines on bulldozer justice—in 50 words

ThePrint view on the most important issues this week.

253788% —that’s no typo, it’s how much India’s petroleum exports to Europe have risen since 2018

In terms of value, India’s petroleum exports to key European markets saw 250% growth. It was driven first by pandemic-related factors, and then the war in Ukraine.

Govt extends export ban on de-oiled rice bran till March next year

The Centre had first imposed a ban on de-oiled rice bran, a major ingredient in the preparation of cattle & poultry feed, earlier this year in July.

On Camera

A 2-hour op, precise extradition—what Maduro’s capture tells us about modern US military

Despite multiple agencies being involved, the US could maintain a clear chain of command. This is something India should consider too, as it defines the theatre command structures.

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

S-300, Su-30 jets, T-72 tanks: Inventory of Venezuela’s largely Russian-origin arsenal

Venezuela also boasts of a diverse portfolio of unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying out surveillance, reconnaissance and being employed for kinetic purposes as well.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.