India imports record 155.25 billion cubic feet of LNG from US in H1 2026
India imported an all-time high 155.25 billion cubic feet of LNG from the US in H1 2026, averaging 25.88 BCF per month, up from 132.95 BCF in H1 2024. The West Asia conflict and closure of the Strait of Hormuz affected roughly 50 per cent of India's domestic requirement. The US became India's largest LNG supplier during May-July 2026, while imports from Qatar declined 91 per cent year-on-year.
Why it matters: This shift underscores the theme of energy security, as the Strait of Hormuz closure forces India to diversify its LNG suppliers.