National Energy Conservation Day, observed on 14 December, underscores the importance of efficient and responsible energy use in India’s development journey. Through initiatives such as CCTS, PAT, UJALA, PM Surya Ghar, energy-efficient building codes, and behavioural programmes like LiFE, India is reducing energy wastage, strengthening energy security, and advancing its clean-energy and climate goals.
Click to View MoreThe US has imposed sanctions on Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, raising the risk of secondary sanctions on countries and companies that continue to trade with them. India, a major importer of Russian crude, faces challenges as its refiners rely on US dollars, global financial systems, and insurance services for oil transactions. While there are no direct sanctions on Russian oil, the threat has prompted India to reconsider imports, diversify energy sources, strengthen domestic production, and expand renewable energy. The government and refiners are exploring risk mitigation strategies to maintain energy security while balancing economic and diplomatic interests.
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