Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed uninterrupted fuel supplies to India during the 2025 India-Russia Summit, defying US pressures—yet December imports hit a 3-year low amid tightened sanctions on Rosneft/Lukoil and Trump's 50% tariffs on Indian goods. Refiners pull back post-November surge, as New Delhi prioritizes stable prices and secure energy. Modi stresses partnership resilience; Jaishankar and Misri bytes reveal the tightrope. Temporary dip or strategic shift? Watch the contradiction unfold!