What happened:
On April 3, Russia offered to increase crude oil and LNG supplies to India during talks between First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov and Indian leaders including Ajit Doval and S. Jaishankar. Manturov also met Nirmala Sitharaman and called on PM Narendra Modi.
Why it matters:
The offer comes as the Strait of Hormuz disruptions have driven global energy volatility, with Russia positioning itself as a stable supplier. Both sides also discussed expanding trade, fertilizers, and long-term economic cooperation, aligning with their goal of boosting bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030.