Spectre of inflation looms as oil jumps past $81

Global oil prices have surged to over $81 per barrel due to new US shipping sanctions affecting Russian oil shipments, leading to increased demand for Middle-East/US crude and tankers. This rise in costs is expected to delay fuel price cuts in India, impacting fuel retailers' margins and the economy.

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