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
Weak monsoon may drag agri GDP into contractionIndian agriculture is at a crossroads, facing significant hurdles in the coming years. Analysts project little to no growth for agricultura...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
Fueling Demand: Inside India’s ethanol mobility revolution in reverseIndia is launching an ambitious green mobility initiative. The country is establishing E100 fuel stations nationwide before flex-fuel vehic...
11 Jun, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
Government rolling out 100 ethanol fuel stations in Delhi-NCR, Maharashtra: Hardeep Singh PuriIndia is expanding its network of ethanol fuel stations across Delhi-NCR, Pune, Mumbai, and Nagpur. This initiative aims to significantly r...
04 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
Govt considering policy to support affordable adoption of E85 fuel: Hardeep Singh PuriThe Indian government is actively considering a policy to accelerate the affordable adoption of E85 fuel, a blend of 85% ethanol with petro...
04 Jun, 2026, 05.05 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
Maruti Suzuki to fuel India's ethanol shift with first flex-fuel car that's coming soonIndia's auto sector is set for a revolution with Maruti Suzuki launching the country's first mass-market flex-fuel passenger vehicle. This ...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
Sugarcane or Ganne Ka Juice Not Healthy: ICMR suggests avoiding soft drinks, fruit juices, tea, and coffeeGanne Ka Juice Peene Ke Nuksaan: As heatwaves intensify, health experts caution against excessive sugarcane juice consumption due to its hi...
29 May, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
What India’s new E22 to E30 Petrol variants mean for fuel prices, vehicles and ethanol useIndia has launched new fuel standards for petrol with higher ethanol content, including E22, E25, E27, and E30. This move supports the nati...
20 May, 2026, 01.06 AM 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
Tamil Nadu keeps 'Tamil Thai Vazhthu', and that's just fineThe Tamil Nadu government will continue singing its state song and the national anthem at official events. This practice highlights the con...
11 May, 2026, 11.05 PM IST
Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu CM: Here's what TVK promised ahead of Assembly pollsTamil actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has taken charge as Tamil Nadu's new government. Vijay is now the Chief Minister. The ...
10 May, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
There is no future for petrol and diesel vehicles, Nitin Gadkari saysIndia is phasing out petrol and diesel vehicles. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari stated there is no future for these fuels. Manufacturers must...
29 Apr, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
Forecast for strong El Nino fans worries about global crops as Iran war bitesA strong El Nino is expected in the second half of 2026. This will bring hotter, drier weather to Asia. Crops and food supplies will be aff...
24 Apr, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
India craves a sweet fix for crude addiction. Can it work?India is rapidly expanding its use of ethanol, a sugar-based fuel. This strategy aims to cut reliance on imported crude oil and boost farme...
23 Apr, 2026, 03.47 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
Maharashtra sugar production at an all-time high this yearThe sugarcane crushing season in Maharashtra generally lasts for 120 to 140 days, and maximum 145 days. This year, around 20 sugar factorie...
10 Apr, 2022, 12.14 PM IST