India has reiterated its dedication to ensuring energy security for its vast population by diversifying its energy sources and remaining agile to market shifts. This declaration comes in the wake of the US House of Representatives approving a comprehensive sanctions bill. This legislation empowers the President to levy tariffs of up to 100% on nations procuring Russian oil and natural gas, a measure that could significantly impact countries like India and China. India's Ministry of External Affairs has acknowledged the bill's passage, is closely monitoring its progression, and has previously communicated the potential ramifications to US officials. The ministry has also emphasized India's resolve to safeguard its trade and economic interests, vowing to collaborate with domestic industries to manage the consequences of these developments.

India has reiterated its dedication to ensuring energy security for its vast population by diversifying its energy sources and remaining agile to market shifts. This declaration comes in the wake of the US House of Representatives approving a comprehensive sanctions bill. This legislation empowers the President to levy tariffs of up to 100% on nations procuring Russian oil and natural gas, a measure that could significantly impact countries like India and China. India's Ministry of External Affairs has acknowledged the bill's passage, is closely monitoring its progression, and has previously communicated the potential ramifications to US officials. The ministry has also emphasized India's resolve to safeguard its trade and economic interests, vowing to collaborate with domestic industries to manage the consequences of these developments.

India has reiterated its dedication to ensuring energy security for its vast population by diversifying its energy sources and remaining agile to market shifts. This declaration comes in the wake of the US House of Representatives approving a comprehensive sanctions bill. This legislation empowers the President to levy tariffs of up to 100% on nations procuring Russian oil and natural gas, a measure that could significantly impact countries like India and China. India's Ministry of External Affairs has acknowledged the bill's passage, is closely monitoring its progression, and has previously communicated the potential ramifications to US officials. The ministry has also emphasized India's resolve to safeguard its trade and economic interests, vowing to collaborate with domestic industries to manage the consequences of these developments.

India on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people through diversified sourcing and in line with evolving market dynamics.

New Delhi’s assertion came shortly after the US House of Representatives passed a sweeping sanctions bill that authorises President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it had taken note of the passage of the bill and was monitoring further developments.

“As stated on several earlier occasions, India remains firmly committed to ensuring energy security for its 1.4 billion people. It will continue to do so through diversified sourcing and on the basis of evolving market dynamics,” the MEA said in a statement.

The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 was passed by the House of Representatives by a 262-159 vote on Wednesday and now awaits President Trump’s signature. The Senate had earlier approved the legislation by an 86-11 vote on August 7.

The MEA said the issue had been discussed at senior levels with various US interlocutors in recent months.

“Its potential implications for not just the bilateral relationship but also the international energy market have been very clearly articulated by the Indian side,” it said.

The ministry also said India had made clear its determination to take all necessary measures to protect its trade and economic interests.

“The government will work closely with Indian trade and industry bodies to deal with the implications of these developments,” the statement added.

The legislation targets Russia’s leadership and energy sector, as well as vessels allegedly involved in sanctions evasion. It also gives the US president the authority to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on major buyers of Russian oil and natural gas, including India and China, with the aim of reducing their dependence on Russian energy. The bill also expands sanctions on Iran.

“China and India, you better buy your oil and gas somewhere else,” Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal told reporters after the Senate approved the measure.

Notably, the passage of the bill comes days ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s scheduled official visit to the US.

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