The world is facing a diesel shortage as disruptions to oil supplies, attacks on Russian refining infrastructure and shipping constraints tighten global fuel markets. India, the world’s fourth-largest refiner, saw diesel exports hit a one-year high in September 2026, with rising overseas demand creating new opportunities for Indian refiners. How has India emerged as a key supplier of the refined fuel?
Published - October 14, 2026 09:24 pm IST