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Fuel Shortages Hit India Amid Rising Global Oil Prices

3/27/2026

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On March 23, fuel shortages emerged in India due to the ongoing Middle East war, despite government assurances.
Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up global oil prices.
India imports over 85% of its oil and has seen panic buying, with police at depots in Gujarat as some stations limit fuel.
Officials, including Indian Oil Corporation, deny shortages and urge citizens not to panic.

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Story summary

On March 23, fuel shortages emerged in India due to the ongoing Middle East war, despite government assurances.
Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up global oil prices.
India imports over 85% of its oil and has seen panic buying, with police at depots in Gujarat as some stations limit fuel.
Officials, including Indian Oil Corporation, deny shortages and urge citizens not to panic.