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These sources report on a period of intense geopolitical and economic volatility in early 2026, primarily driven by conflict in West Asia and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. In response to energy shortages, the Indian government has invoked emergency powers to ration natural gas and prioritize domestic households over industrial sectors. Amidst these supply chain pressures, President Trump announced a new refinery partnership with Reliance Industries, while the U.S. granted India temporary waivers for Russian oil to stabilize global markets. Domestically, India faces additional internal shifts, including the withdrawal of NCERT textbooks following judicial critic