Rajasthan petrol pump operators threaten indefinite strike from Jun 1 over supply, pricing issuesPetrol pump operators in Rajasthan plan an indefinite strike from June 1. They demand government intervention on fuel pricing, supply disru...
27 May, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Wilmar International chief says India must target 60% self-sufficiency in edible oilsIndia needs to produce more edible oils domestically. Kuok Khoon Hong, chairman of Wilmar International, suggests aiming for 50-60% self-su...
26 May, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
Edible oil industry body calls for boosting output, adopting modern farming amid West Asia crisisIndia's edible oil imports are a significant economic concern. The Solvent Extractors' Association of India urges increased domestic oilsee...
20 May, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Governments worldwide shield households from rising energy costsNations globally are taking action to protect citizens from rising energy prices. Countries are introducing subsidies, tax cuts and fuel co...
20 May, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
Iran war energy shock drives India's interest in ethanol and other biofuelsIndia and Southeast Asian nations are boosting biofuel use amid global fuel disruptions. This move aims to reduce reliance on imported oil ...
15 May, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
From India to China, a look at what governments worldwide are doing to shield households from rising energy costsGovernments globally are implementing diverse strategies to mitigate soaring energy costs stemming from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. Measu...
13 May, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
India can't afford rising import dependence on edible oil: Industry body SEA on PM appealThe Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to reduce edible oil consumption, saying lo...
11 May, 2026, 03.41 PM IST
High TPC levels! Dark, degraded oil found in popular fast food chain: Study explains its impact on your healthA recent food safety scare has put the spotlight on reused cooking oil risks after a KFC outlet in Kondapur, Hyderabad was reportedly found...
06 May, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
Centre proposes rules to recognise higher ethanol fuelsIndia's road transport ministry is set to update vehicle emission rules. Higher ethanol fuels like E85 and E100, along with B100 biodiesel,...
30 Apr, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Edible oil pack chaos sparks consumer deception concerns, SOPA seeks government interventionEdible oil packaging quantities are no longer standard in India. This change, implemented in January 2023, has led to consumer confusion an...
29 Apr, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
Petrol may vanish from your nearby pump, but that would be fineIndia is accelerating its move away from petrol and diesel, signaling a post-fossil fuel era for transport. Driven by economic, environment...
29 Apr, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
How Asia-Pacific is fighting a fuel shock that could get worseAsian nations are grappling with prolonged energy supply strains due to the Middle East conflict, prompting governments to implement costly...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
Global palm oil supply to tighten in FY27 amid biodiesel push and weather risks: SEAIn fiscal year 2027, the outlook for palm oil production across the globe appears precarious. Major exporting nations are intensifying thei...
22 Apr, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
Nestle India shares jump 8% to new record high. What changed after Q4 results?Nestle India shares surged over 8% to a record high after the company posted strong Q4 FY26 results, with net profit rising 27% YoY to Rs 1...
21 Apr, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
Oil prices surge from Iran conflict boosts global biofuel demandGlobal oil prices are surging due to a war in the Middle East. This is increasing demand for biofuels made from crops. Countries in Asia ar...
21 Apr, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
Clean energy startup Ecoil raises $2.5 million in round led by Fundalogical VenturesEcoil plans to use the capital to expand its operations, strengthen its technology platform, and expand its presence across major markets i...
07 Apr, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Biodiesel producers seek legislation to tap used cooking oil from restaurantsUsed cooking oil can be processed to make biodiesel, which is derived from renewable bio-mass resources. In India, cooking oil accounts for...
02 Sep, 2016, 03.17 PM IST