Sanctions News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Stand-Up India scheme sanctions record Rs 61,020 crore worth loans: Centre
New Delhi, April 5: The Stand-Up India scheme has shown remarkable growth over the years, with the total loan amount sanctioned rising from Rs. 16,085.07 crore on March 31, 2019 to an impressive Rs 61,020.41 crore by March 17, 2025, the government has informed.
US sanctions target Iran's UAV, ballistic missile programs
Washington, DC, April 2: The United States on Tuesday (local time) sanctioned six entities and two individuals based in Iran, the UAE, and China that have been involved in the procurement of key components on behalf of entities connected to Iran's UAV and ballistic missile programs.
Pakistan fined for slow over-rate in ODI opener against New Zealand
Dubai, April 1: Pakistan have been fined 10 percent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first One-day International against New Zealand at Napier on Saturday. "Jeff Crowe of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees imposed the sanction after Mohammad Rizwan’s side was ruled to be two overs short of the target after time allowances were taken into consideration," the ICC said in a release on Tuesday.
US sanctions Chinese officials for undermining autonomy of Hong Kong
Washington, April 1: The US Department of State has imposed sanctions on six individuals from Beijing and Hong Kong, accusing them of undermining the autonomy of Hong Kong and engaging in transnational repression.
IREDA's loan sanctions rise to Rs 47,453 Cr, loan book expands to Rs 76,250 Cr in FY 2024-25
New Delhi, March 31: Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) on Monday reported significant growth in its financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, as per provisional data.
IREDA records 27 per cent jump in loan sanctions to Rs 47,453 crore for FY 2024-25
New Delhi, March 31: The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) on Monday reported 27 per cent jump in loan sanctions to Rs 47,453 crore for the financial year ending on March 31, 2025 compared with the corresponding figure of Rs 37,354 crore in the previous year.
Putin calls for peaceful resolution of Russia-Ukraine war
Moscow, March 28: Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that the Kremlin stands for a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict on the condition that its root causes are removed, describing the conflict as complex and demanding a "careful approach."
Macron unveils Ukraine support plans at Paris summit
Paris, March 28: French President Emmanuel Macron unveiled a range of initiatives to support Ukraine at a summit in Paris, amid growing uncertainty over continued US assistance.
Pakistan rejects 'Democracy Act' bill by US lawmakers to sanction Pak army chief
Islamabad, March 27: The Pakistan Foreign Office (PFO) has taken a serious note of a bipartisan bill introduced by US lawmakers in the House of Representatives seeking sanctions against the country's state officials, including the Army Chief, over alleged human rights violations. Pakistan dismissed the bill on Thursday, calling it an "isolated act" and the opinion of individuals, which does not represent the bilateral relations between Islamabad and Washington.
South Korean vice FM, deputy UN chief discuss cooperation on North Korean issues in New York
Seoul, March 25: Second Vice Foreign Minister Kang In-sun has met with UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed and discussed cooperation on North Korean issues, among other topics, the foreign ministry said Tuesday.
Iran 'open' to indirect negotiations with US: FM
Tehran, March 24: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced Monday that his country will not engage in direct negotiations with the United States unless Washington adjusts its policy towards Tehran, but "the path is open for indirect negotiations."
US sanctions Chinese teapot refinery for purchasing Iranian oil
Washington DC, March 22: The United States has announced fresh sanctions targeting a Chinese teapot refinery for purchasing millions of barrels of Iranian oil, along with additional sanctions on entities and vessels in Iran's shadow fleet, as part of its broader strategy to curb Tehran's nuclear ambitions, restrict its ballistic missile program, and cut off its financial support for terrorist groups by driving its oil exports to zero, US State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said on Friday.
New US sanctions have negligible impact on Russian oil exports: HSBC Global Research
New Delhi, March 21: Despite new US sanctions imposed in January, Russian oil exports have remained largely unaffected and continued almost as normal, according to HSBC Global Research.
National interest is top priority in India's oil purchases: Govt
New Delhi, March 20: India's decision on international oil purchases is based on diverse factors, keeping in mind the country's national interests and priorities, the government told the Rajya Sabha on Thursday.
Venezuela is obligated to accept its repatriated citizens, White House Secy of State says
Washington DC, March 20: US Department of State Spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated on Wednesday that White House Secretary of State Marco Rubio has mandated the Venezuelan government to take back its illegally deported citizens.
British PM stresses commitment to Ukraine peace but avoids specifics
London, March 15: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed his commitment to securing lasting peace in Ukraine as Britain hosted a virtual meeting with more than 25 political leaders on Saturday. However, no detailed or updated defence measures were announced.
Yemeni banks headquartered in Sanaa to relocate to Aden
Aden, March 15: Several Yemeni banks headquartered in the capital city of Sanaa have decided to relocate their operations to the temporary capital, Aden, to avoid sanctions imposed by Washington on the Houthi group, the Central Bank of Yemen said Saturday.
Iran condemns US new sanctions on oil minister, firms, vessels
Tehran, March 14: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Friday condemned fresh US sanctions targeting several individuals, vessels, and companies linked to Iran's oil exports.
China, Russia, Iran call for end to nuke sanctions on Tehran
Tehran, March 14: China, Russia and Iran have called for an end of all "illegal and unilateral sanctions" and urged for abandoning "threats of force" against Tehran, as per a joint statement, following talks between the three countries in Beijing on Friday.
Trump warns Russia of sanctions, tariffs until Ukraine ceasefire deal reached
Washinton, DC, March 8: US President Donald Trump has said he is "strongly considering large-scale banking sanctions and tariffs" on Russia until a "ceasefire and a final peace settlement agreement" with Ukraine is reached.
Trump threatens Russia with sanctions
Washington, March 7: US President Donald Trump on Friday threatened far-reaching sanctions against Russia until a ceasefire and a final settlement is reached with Ukraine.
France against using frozen Russian assets to finance Europe's defence capacity-building
Paris, March 4: French Finance Minister Eric Lombard told France Info radio Tuesday that France is against using frozen Russian assets to finance Europe's defence capacity-building.
Taiwan imposes sanctions on seven Chinese universities over national security concerns
Taipei, March 1: Taiwan has imposed sanctions on seven universities linked to the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology due to concerns over national security, according to Minister of Education Cheng Ying-yao, Taipei Times reported.
Inappropriate and counter-productive: Russia over US oil pressure on India
Moscow, February 27: Russia on Thursday slammed the US for its "inappropriate and counter-productive" demands that India stop unloading Russian oil tankers. The US had set a deadline of February 27 for India to comply.
Trump blocks 'concessions' on oil company's operations in Venezuela
Washington DC, February 27: US President Donald Trump said the US will be reversing "concessions" on "the oil transaction agreement" with Venezuela under the Biden administration, citing unmet electoral conditions by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, CNN reported on Wednesday (local time).
Trump says US will be reversing "concessions" on oil agreement with Venezuela
Washington, Feb 27: President Donald Trump has said the US will be reversing "concessions" on "the oil transaction agreement" with Venezuela under the Biden administration, citing unmet electoral conditions by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and a dissatisfaction with the pace of transporting violent undocumented Venezuelan criminals back to their home country.
Iran rejects nuclear talks 'under pressure' during Russian FM's visit to Tehran
Tehran, Feb 26: Iran will not negotiate over its nuclear program while facing external pressure or sanctions, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi declared during a joint press conference with his visiting Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, in Tehran.
Fight for lasting peace cannot be won alone, Canadian PM pledges support to Ukraine
Kyiv, February 26: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that Canada will always have Ukraine's back. He further emphasised that Ukrainians deserve to live in a strong democracy
FTA, Ukraine conflict, IMEC, and sanctions on agenda for European Commission chief's India visit
By Ayushi Agarwal, New Delhi, February 25: With European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, accompanied by the European Union College of Commissioners, set to visit India on February 27-28, a senior EU official highlighted the symbolic significance of the visit and its aim to prepare a new strategic agenda with India, focusing on trade, technology, and security.
UK announces largest sanction package against Russia since start of war against Ukraine
London February 25: The Labour Party-led United Kingdom government has announced the largest sanctions package of over 100 new sanctions against Russia after the completion of three years of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.
North Korea warns of 'resolute' action against multilateral sanctions monitoring group's activities
Seoul, Feb 24: North Korea threatened on Monday to take "resolute" action after a South Korea-led monitoring group implementing UN sanctions against the North over its nuclear and missile programmes has launched official activities.
Von der Leyen welcomes EU agreement on 16th package of Russia sanctions
Brussels, Feb 19: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday welcomed the decision taken by the European Union (EU) ambassadors to impose 16th package of sanctions on Russia ahead of the approaching third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Yulia Navalnya accuses Russia of 'hiding truth' about Alexei Navalny's death
Moscow, February 17: Alexei Navalny's widow, Yulia Navalnaya, has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of hiding the truth about Navalny's death in light of his first death anniversary, Al Jazeera reported.
BRICS is dead: Donald Trump reiterates 100 pc tariff threat on BRICS nations
Washington, DC, February 14: US President Donald Trump has said that BRICS was created for a bad purpose and most people don't want it. He said that BRICS is dead and reiterated his threat to BRICS nations, saying he would impose a 100 per cent tariff on the bloc if they try to replace the US dollar with any other currency.
India buys crude from clean entities, no embargo on Russian oil, says IOCL Chairman
New Delhi, February 12: India continues to purchase crude oil from various global suppliers while ensuring compliance with international sanctions, according to A S Sawhney, Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL).
US 'maximum pressure' campaign against Iran undermines negotiation efforts: Pezeshkian
Tehran, Feb 10: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday criticised US "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran as undermining the foundation for negotiations, according to the official news agency IRNA.
Will continue to counteract any scheme to evade US sanctions: US State Secy Rubio after seizure of Venezuelan aircraft
Washington DC, February 7: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has vowed to counteract any schemes aimed at evading US sanctions following the seizure of a Venezuelan aircraft involved in violating US export control and sanctions laws.
Donald Trump signs executive orders sanctioning ICC and addressing 'anti-Christian bias'
Washington DC, February 7: US President Donald Trump signed two executive orders, one imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) and another addressing what he called "anti-Christian bias," CNN reported.
Trump reinstates maximum pressure on Iran, withdraws US from UNHRC
Washington DC, February 5: US President Donald Trump has signed executive orders to reinstate the "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran, withdraw the US from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), and cut funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), Fox News reported.
In a U-turn, Columbia decides to send plane to bring deported nationals after US slaps sanctions
Bogota, January 27: Colombia will send its presidential plane to Honduras to pick up the Colombian nationals, after initially refusing to accept migrant deportation flights from the US, following which US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs and other retaliatory measures.