E20 costs more at current crude prices, but saves forex, boosts farmers' income, reduce oil dependence: GovtEthanol blending shields Indian consumers from volatile global oil prices. This program reduces dependence on imported crude oil significan...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
Which countries use E20 or higher ethanol blends? A global guideCountries using E20 fuel: India has achieved its nationwide E20 ethanol blending target ahead of schedule. This transition significantly re...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
Global Market: Japan wholesale inflation hits over three-year high, reinforcing BOJ rate hike expectationsJapan's wholesale inflation accelerated to its fastest pace in more than three years in June as companies passed on higher input costs driv...
10 Jul, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
Hardeep Puri explains why India has among world's cheapest petrol, spells out country's fuel strategyIndia offers some of the world's cheapest petrol, according to the Petroleum Minister. Ethanol blending significantly contributes to these ...
10 Jul, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Russia's Saratov oil refinery at a halt since Wednesday's drone attack: Sources report to ReutersRussia's Saratov oil refinery stopped processing oil Wednesday after a drone attack. This incident follows similar Ukrainian strikes on Rus...
09 Jul, 2026, 08.43 PM IST
India Inc's revenue growth to hit 2-year high of 11-11.5% in Q1 despite Iran war: CrisilIndia Inc's revenue is estimated to have grown 11-11.5% year-on-year in Q1FY27, marking the fastest pace in eight quarters, according to Cr...
09 Jul, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
India’s top 3 fuel retailers may report Rs 47,700 crore loss in Q1. What’s behind this?India's three largest fuel retailers—HPCL, BPCL and IOCL—are expected to report a combined EBITDA loss of up to Rs 47,700 crore in Q1FY27 a...
09 Jul, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
India consumer inflation likely breached RBI's 4% target in June, poll showsIndia's consumer inflation likely breached the central bank's target in June. Higher food and fuel prices added to cost pressures for consu...
09 Jul, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
EVs are emerging as the new choice for long-distance travel: BMW's Hardeep Singh BrarElectric vehicles are increasingly replacing diesel for longer journeys in India. BMW India reports a significant rise in electric vehicle ...
08 Jul, 2026, 10.10 PM IST
Russia bans diesel exports to ensure domestic supply after targeted Ukrainian drone strikesRussia has banned diesel exports to support its domestic fuel market. This action follows Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries causing...
08 Jul, 2026, 09.45 PM IST
Did June just mark a new turning point for India's car market?India car sales June data: As manufacturers continue to widen alternative-fuel offerings and supporting infrastructure improves, their shar...
07 Jul, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Why petrol and diesel prices haven't fallen yet? Hardeep Singh Puri hints at rate cut after sustained low crude pricesFuel prices might see a dip if international crude oil rates stay low for a few more weeks, according to Union Minister Hardeep Puri. Oil c...
03 Jul, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
State oil companies lose ₹75,000 cr in Q1 on low prices: Oil minister Hardeep Singh PuriState-run oil companies reported a significant loss of ₹74,781 crore in the April-June quarter due to selling fuel below market rates. Desp...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
Airlines shun Rs 10,000-crore ATF subsidy as fuel prices fallA Rs 10,000-crore jet fuel price stabilisation programme has failed to attract any airline sign-ups. The scheme, designed to shield carrier...
02 Jul, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
Petrol, diesel price today: Have state-run OMCs cut fuel prices after Nayara Energy's rate slash? Check latest ratesNayara Energy, India's largest private fuel retailer, has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre nationwide. This marks...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.10 AM IST
Nayara Energy cuts petrol price by Rs 5, diesel by Rs 3 amid softening oil pricesNayara Energy has slashed petrol prices by Rs 5 and diesel by Rs 3 per litre nationwide, marking the first reduction in over two years. Thi...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
Pakistan hikes petroleum levy on petrol, diesel; keeps retail prices unchangedPakistan's government has increased the petroleum levy on petrol and diesel, keeping retail prices steady despite falling international oil...
28 Jun, 2026, 09.42 AM IST