The director of exploration at the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) has released new details about recently discovered reserves in the Paznan field, announcing the identification of two new reservoir layers — a gas reservoir estimated at 10 trillion cubic feet and an oil reservoir with recoverable reserves of 200 million barrels.
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Brent crude futures fell 15 cents, or 0.23 percent, to $65.32 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell 17 cents, or 0.28 percent, to $61.52.
There is enough supply of Russian oil for Indian refiners in the market as Ukraine's attacks on Russia's energy facilities have reduced its refining capacity and made more crude available, a government official told Reuters on Monday.
The managing director of the National Iranian South Oilfields Company (NISOC) emphasized the importance of ongoing evaluations of recoverable oil and gas reserves to enable more precise planning and help achieve the goals of Iran’s Seventh Development Plan.
Brent crude rose nearly $1, or 1.5 percent, to $65.52 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 95 cents, or about 1.6 percent, to $61.83.
President Putin is confident India will continue importing Russian oil despite U.S. pressure and plans to boost Russian imports of Indian agricultural and medical products to balance trade, directing his government to explore suitable proposals.
Brent crude futures rose 32 cents, or 0.5 percent, to $64.43 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 32 cents, or 0.53 percent, to $60.80.
Brent crude futures rose 14 cents, or 0.2 percent, to $65.49 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 14 cents, or 0.2 percent, to $61.92 a barrel.
India’s oil imports from leading supplier Russia dipped in September, but held at about a third of overall shipments in spite of a US push to curb flows it says are helping to fund Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
The international tanker market views the activation of the so-called “snapback” mechanism by three European countries, under US pressure, as having no significant effect beyond existing American sanctions, according to Lloyd’s List.
Brent crude rose 6 cents to $66.09 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 4 cents to $62.41 a barrel.
US Energy secretary Chris Wright, who recently said Washington is keen for India to draw down energy purchases from Russia, is expected to visit India in either November or December.
The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company said innovative and technological ideas must deliver practical results, adding that the company is prepared to shoulder the operational costs and risks of implementing such projects in the oil industry.
The production oversight director of the National Iranian Oil Company stressed the need to clearly identify challenges in developing the oil industry, saying that with a scientific approach, those challenges can be recognized and resolved.
Brent crude futures fell 53 cents, or 0.8 percent, to $67.44 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude was trading at $62.83 a barrel, down 62 cents, or 1 percent.
India’s industrial output slowed to 4% in August 2025 from 4.3% in July, hit by weak consumer demand and US tariffs on Russian oil imports. Manufacturing, capital goods, and consumer non-durables dragged growth, while mining and infrastructure showed resilience.
The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company marked National Firefighting and Safety Day by highlighting the bravery of the oil industry’s firefighters and emphasizing the importance of health, safety, environment, and employee well-being in all oil sector activities.
Iran has broken its oil production record for the first time in seven years following new development measures in its oil fields, the oil minister said.
Brent crude futures fell 43 cents, or 0.6 percent, to $69.70 a barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell 49 cents, or 0.8 percent, to $65.23 a barrel.
Russia-backed Indian refiner Nayara Energy is exporting oil products through sanctioned tankers and tapping new markets this month as it revives overseas sales in the aftermath of crippling sanctions, LSEG and Kpler shipping data shows.
