New Delhi, April 1 -- An oil tanker, placed under US sanctions in 2025, transporting Iranian crude from the Persian Gulf, is currently signalling a destination in India, potentially marking the first such import in nearly seven years, according to Bloomberg.

The Ping Shun, an Aframax vessel constructed in 2002, began transmitting signals on Monday, indicating it will arrive at India's western port of Vadinar later this week. Tracking data from firms such as Kpler and Vortexa reveal the tanker loaded its cargo at Kharg Island in early March. However, the ship's final destination remains subject to change.

If the delivery is successful, it would represent India's first acquisition of Iranian oil since May 2019, when imports ceased due to ...