Govt says no assessment of share of vehicles compatible with E20 petrolThe government has not assessed E20 petrol compatibility for all vehicles. Extensive studies and field trials confirm E20 fuel is safe for ...
27 Jul, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
Delhi transport unions plan 'E-20' protest march to Parliament on August 4Delhi-based transport associations have announced a protest march to Parliament on August 4 against the mandatory rollout of E20 petrol, de...
27 Jul, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
Bombay HC allows Nitin Gadkari to sue Meta, X over alleged E20 deepfakesThe Bombay High Court permitted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit. He is suing Meta Platforms, X Corp, and others over defa...
27 Jul, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
Inspired by the CJP, 'E20 Janta Party' launches campaign against ethanol-blended fuel, seeks Gadkari's resignationA new group, E20 Janta Party, launched an online campaign for 100% petrol choice. They also demand Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari's ...
27 Jul, 2026, 06.52 AM IST
Ayodhya set to replace paper leak row as Opposition's next battle in ParliamentOpposition parties will shift focus to the Ayodhya donation controversy after student protests conclude. They plan to meet Monday to strate...
26 Jul, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
No ethanol in premium petrol; no plans to restore E0/E10 petrol: GovernmentPremium petrol grades will continue without ethanol blending, the government stated. No decision has been made to increase ethanol blending...
23 Jul, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
Sugar stock limits may offer temporary relief but risk disrupting the supply chain: IndustryIndia is unlikely to face any immediate sugar shortage, as domestic stocks are expected to be sufficient to meet demand until the next crus...
23 Jul, 2026, 06.22 AM IST
Ethanol ATMs coming soon: The biofuel story is racing ahead of E20India's ethanol policy is entering a new phase as the government explores ethanol ATMs, ethanol cooking fuel, sustainable aviation fuel (SA...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
No decision yet on petrol blending beyond 20% ethanol, says ministerThe government has not decided to increase ethanol blending in petrol beyond twenty percent. Any future increase will follow scientific stu...
20 Jul, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
Ethanol could soon make its way to Indian kitchensIndia's petroleum ministry is developing a policy for ethanol as a mainstream cooking fuel. This initiative aims to reduce dependence on im...
20 Jul, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
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17 Jul, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
US tariffs on Brazil are a bitter pill for sugar and ethanol makersBrazil's ethanol and sugar producers expressed despair over new United States tariffs. These tariffs were imposed on thousands of Brazilian...
17 Jul, 2026, 07.06 AM IST
Ethanol, a fuel, not the fuel of choiceIndia's ethanol program achieves blending targets and energy security goals. However, it shifts land use from food crops to maize productio...
16 Jul, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Flex-fuel vehicles better fit for India than E25 rollout: AIDAA national debate has been raging over the impact of 20% ethanol-blended petrol (E20) on the engines and fuel efficiency of vehicles not de...
16 Jul, 2026, 07.38 AM IST
Don’t become an alcoholic: India’s ethanol push risks solving one problem while creating anotherIndia's push for E20 fuel presents both benefits and drawbacks for vehicular efficiency. Ethanol offers cleaner burning properties but redu...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
Jump on this bandwagon: India’s ethanol push gathers speed as it transforms energy security and rural economyEthanol, a renewable biofuel, has become integral to India's transport fuel strategy. India achieved ten percent blending ahead of schedule...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
Rs 1 lakh crore risk: Oil Ministry plays cost card to defend E20Defending its policy, the government warned of the risk of stranding massive investments made in ethanol infrastructure over the past few y...
11 Jul, 2026, 11.45 AM IST