India is buying more Russian oil, despite it being priced above the Western cap of $60 per barrel, due to a resurgent Brent Crude. India has been purchasing Russian oil even though it has breached the G7’s price cap. India argues that it will buy any oil that is cheaper, prioritizing energy security. However, the costlier Brent Crude is causing concerns for the global economy and impacting India’s CAD and currency value.