SC directs status quo on Karnataka HC order on ethanol allocation; Centre says 20% blending still an experimentThe Supreme Court has put a hold on a Karnataka High Court order that sought to increase ethanol allocation for 2025-26. An oil company arg...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.17 PM IST
Government lifts curbs on petrol, diesel sales at pumps as global oil prices fallFuel stations can now freely sell petrol and diesel to all customers. The government has removed restrictions on bulk buyers purchasing fue...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
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
UP targets 20,000 MW renewable energy capacity in next 2-3 years: Yogi AdityanathUttar Pradesh is aggressively boosting its renewable energy capacity, aiming for 20,000 MW in two to three years from the current 6,000 MW....
27 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM 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
'May affect your warranty': Ford India allegedly warns ethanol petrol can damage engines and reduce mileageFord India customer care has warned that using fuel with a higher ethanol blend, such as E20, may damage the engine or emission system and ...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
El Niño is set to further disrupt India's $300 billion farm supply chainIndia's crucial monsoon rains are delayed, disrupting the nation's $300 billion farm economy just as planting season begins. This agricultu...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.44 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
Karnataka HC directs OMCs to honour ethanol offtake pactState-run oil companies must honor their ethanol offtake agreements, a high court ruled, offering a significant boost to dedicated ethanol ...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
India's sugar season ends strong, but monsoon delay casts shadow over next year's crop: ISMA DGIndia's sugar industry concludes the current season with ample stocks, but the delayed, below-normal monsoon poses a significant concern fo...
22 Jun, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
India likely won't export sugar for years as El Nino, ethanol squeeze supplyOnce as a top sugar exporter, India is now anticipating a three-year stretch of significant export deficits, primarily driven by El Nino's ...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.07 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
IMO definition of Brazil corn ethanol carbon footprint a landmark step, producers sayThe International Maritime Organization's decision to define Brazilian corn ethanol's carbon footprint at 20.8 grams CO2e per megajoule mar...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
Indian soybean acreage expected to rise on higher prices, weak monsoon outlookIndian farmers are planting more soybeans this year. Higher prices for soybeans are making them more profitable than corn. Forecasts of les...
16 Jun, 2026, 02.38 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
Higher ethanol mix tax cut a good driveIndia is rolling out incentives for petrol mixed with higher ethanol percentages, marking a significant step in its commitment to bolster e...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST