Iranian navy fires on two Indian tankers; India discusses energy diversification amid Hormuz tensions

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India continues to buy oil from diversified sources, is in discussions with several countries regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and remains mindful of energy security.

Dr Mohammad Fathali, Iran's envoy, met with the MEA's joint secretary for the Pakistan-Afghanistan-Iran desk; he undertook to convey New Delhi's views to Iranian authorities.

New Delhi lodged a strong protest with Iran and summoned the Iranian ambassador to convey its discontent over the incident.

The Iranian navy fired at two India-flagged tankers, Jag Arnav and Sanmar Herald, north of Oman, amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured that India has petrol, diesel and cooking gas stocks to handle any crisis and urged people not to pay attention to rumours of shortages.

The petroleum ministry stated that India has approximately 60 days of actual fuel stock cover, with all retail outlets operating without interruption; it also noted that India is receiving more oil from over 41 suppliers than previously through the Strait of Hormuz.

Eight India-linked vessels—Shivalik, Nanda Devi, Jag Laadki, Pine Gas, Jag Vasant, BW Tyr, BW Elm and Green Sanvi—had safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz since February 28, according to the report in the article.