Viswanathan Anand has assumed charge as FIDE interim president after Arkady Dvorkovich suspended his duties following EU sanctions. The move ensures the governing body's functioning while Dvorkovich challenges the sanctions and Anand prepares for September's federation elections.
Reliance Industries confirmed it has not received Russian crude for nearly three weeks and expects none in January, halting imports at its SEZ refinery to comply with EU sanctions, amid reports linking three tankers to its Jamnagar complex
India spent €2.5 billion on Russian crude in October, remaining the second-largest buyer despite new US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil. Russian oil imports rose 11%, with state refineries increasing intake as discounts narrowed and Western buyers further reduced purchases
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed EU sanctions and partial trade suspension against Israel over the Gaza war. She announced a Palestine donor group for Gaza's reconstruction, condemning famine and civilian suffering amid escalating Israeli military actions
Rosneft owns 49.13 per cent stake in Nayara Energy Ltd, formerly Essar Oil Ltd. EU sanctions means Nayara cannot export fuel such as petrol and diesel to European countries
