India’s ethanol strategy: Automakers treading cautiously, consumers remain unconvinced and experts are waryWith the rollout of E85 fuel and policy changes to support mass flex-fuel deployment, the government is attempting something few large econ...
28 Jun, 2026, 08.49 AM IST
El Nino may force India to boost rice-based ethanol output for E20 goalIndia might need to boost rice-based ethanol production for E20 fuel blending by 2026-27. El Nino's impact on sugarcane and maize crops cou...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
Ethanol blending programme safe, use of E20 won't affect vehicle insurance validity: GovtIndia's ethanol blending program is safe and beneficial, the government assures, dispelling fears about E20 fuel invalidating vehicle insur...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.04 AM IST
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas approves Rs150 Cr assistance for India's first private hybrid 2G ethanol project in UPThis initiative marks a significant stride towards India's circular bioeconomy, reducing reliance on food-based feedstocks and bolstering e...
19 Jun, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
Does E20 petrol attract ants due to sugar residue? Here's what you need to knowIndia mandates E20 petrol from April 1, 2026. Viral claims suggest E20 attracts ants due to sugar. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BP...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
Ethanol transition can shift to "Transport Energy Backbone" to shield India from oil shocks: KPMGIndia's ethanol use is evolving beyond simple blending. It is set to become a key transport energy source. This will help manage fluctuatin...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Bioflex price revealed; India's first flex-fuel hatchback costs Rs 86,000 more than top-end petrol modelMaruti Suzuki has launched India's first flex-fuel passenger car, the Wagon R Bioflex, priced at Rs 7.24 lakh. This commercial-only variant...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
India eyes global bio-energy leadership with unified push on capital, missions and SAF exportsIndia is poised to become a major bio-energy exporter and bolster its energy security. Industry leaders at the India Bio-Energy Conference ...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
Maruti unveils India's first flex-fuel car: What is a flex fuel vehicle? How does it work? Will it cut your fuel bill? Here's allMaruti Suzuki has introduced India's first flex-fuel passenger car. This technology allows vehicles to run on petrol or petrol-ethanol blen...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
85% ethanol-ready bikes are here: Hero launches new Splendor+ and HF Deluxe; Check prices, specifications and featuresHero MotoCorp introduces India's first mass-market flex-fuel motorcycles. The Splendor+ Flex Fuel and HF Deluxe Flex Fuel can run on petrol...
03 Jun, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
India’s $1 trillion import dependence makes green transition a strategic necessityIndia faces significant import reliance across key sectors. Aatmanirbharta requires a growth model shift, with the green economy offering a...
19 May, 2026, 12.13 AM IST
Rs 10 sugarcane FRP hike: Small raise, big questions for farmers and millsFarmers call the hike inadequate while industry warns of rising cane arrears
12 May, 2026, 08.56 AM IST
Maize emerges as India’s top ethanol feedstock as supplies surpass 515 crore litresIndia's cumulative ethanol supplies reached approximately 515 crore litres in the first half of ESY 2025-26, with maize emerging as the lar...
11 May, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
India in talks with Nepal for ethanol exports, exploring shipments to SAARC nationsIndia is discussing ethanol exports with Nepal and other SAARC countries. This initiative aims to support farmers and strengthen the rural ...
01 May, 2026, 07.47 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
'Catastrophic like the Air India crash': Kerala Congress on what may go wrong with ethanol blended ATFIndia's decision to permit ethanol blending in aviation fuel faces strong opposition from the Kerala Congress, which warns of catastrophic ...
23 Apr, 2026, 06.10 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