'Future of ethanol is bright,' Toyotas Vikram Gulati backs Indias biofuel mission
The Attorney General has rejected media reports claiming that the Union Government informed the Supreme Court that its E
SC puts ethanol allocation dispute on hold amid E20 debate
The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed both sides to maintain the status quo in a dispute over ethanol supply allocation.
SC orders status quo on ethanol allocation for supply year 2025-26
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Tuesday, June 30, ordered maintenance of status quo on ethanol allocation for Ethanol Su
East Godavari Villagers Oppose Proposed Ethanol Plant at Public Hearing
Several residents, however, raised concerns over its potential environmental impact.
Supreme Court Directs Status Quo On Ethanol Supply Allocation
Attorney General R Venkataramani said ethanol supply contracts for 2025-26 had already been finalised in October 2025.
The Supreme Court has put a hold on a Karnataka High Court order that sought to increase ethanol allocation for 2025-26.
SC orders status quo on Karnataka HC direction to reopen ethanol allocation process
The Attorney General argued that enhancing the allocation of one supplier at this stage would trigger similar claims fro
Attorney General R. Venkataramani submitted that the 20% ethanol blending programme in petrol is still an ongoing experi
Supreme Court Stays Karnataka HC Order on Higher Ethanol Allocation
A bench of Justices MM Sundresh and Sheel Nagu issued notice on the plea filed by the Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd c
Supreme Court maintains status quo on ethanol supply allocation for ESY 2025-26
The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed maintenance of the status quo with respect to ethanol supply allocation for the Et
HC order on ethanol allocation will hit national policy, SC told
AIKS meet focuses on India-U.S. FTA, rice-ethanol blending, and farmer deaths
Explaining the U.S. subsidies and FTA, he pointed out that Indian farmers, with rapidly depleting state support, will be
With the rollout of E85 fuel and policy changes to support mass flex-fuel deployment, the government is attempting somet
UP targets 20,000 MW renewable energy capacity in next 2-3 years: Yogi Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh is aggressively boosting its renewable energy capacity, aiming for 20,000 MW in two to three years from th
Sugar palm has potential as national bioethanol source: BRIN
The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has identified sugar palm (aren) as a highly viable, sustainable ...
El Nino may force India to boost rice-based ethanol output for E20 goal
India might need to boost rice-based ethanol production for E20 fuel blending by 2026-27. El Nino's impact on sugarcane
India outlines energy storage, nuclear targets at BRICS meet
BRICS nations are prioritizing energy security, advocating for diverse and stable energy systems. Ministers met in New D
India begins 2% isobutanol-diesel trials to jumpstart diesel biofuel push
Trials involve Tata Motors, HPCL, ARAI, Praj Industries, and mark Indias first serious move towards a diesel biofuel pro
Minister Bahlil pushes E20 bioethanol rollout to cut gasoline imports
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia said the government is preparing to roll out the E20 ..
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Flex Fuel: A new chapter in Indias alternative fuel journey
The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Flex Fuel highlights the growing role of ethanol-powered vehicles in Indias mobility future. W
E20 fuel myths busted: Govt debunks viral social media claims on Ethanol-blended petrol
No Engine Damage, No Insurance Risk: Centre Debunks Viral Ethanol Myths
Ethanol blending is not unique to India. It is already widely used in major economies including the United States, Brazi
Fuel Ready, But Not Pumps: The E100 Challenge
Ethanol production capacity has expanded to nearly 2,000 crore litres annually, exceeding the requirements of the E20 pr
The ministry sought to emphasise that modern vehicles are equipped with design features that prevent entry of water into
Government Debunks Rumors Surrounding Ethanol-Blended Petrol, Ensures Scientific Monitoring
New Delhi, June 23: The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas reaffirmed on Tuesday that the countrys ethanol blending p
Karnataka High Court directs oil companies to consider distillery plea for higher ethanol allocation
The Karnataka High Court has directed major Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), including Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limit
India clears path for E100 fuel, challenges remain
E100 fuel typically contains around 93-95 per cent ethanol. The post India clears path for E100 fuel, challenges remain
In terms of a policy, the Dastur Energy CEO emphasised a dedicated diversion of petcoke from refineries towards gasifica
Karnataka High Court faults OMCs for departing from agreement to procure ethanol from DEP
Karnataka high court asks oil marketing companies to to reconsider ethanol firms allocation plea
This initiative marks a significant stride towards India's circular bioeconomy, reducing reliance on food-based feedstoc
Government-supported project integrates global carbon recycling innovation with indigenous biomass gasification technolo
Does E20 petrol attract ants due to sugar residue? Here's what you need to know
India mandates E20 petrol from April 1, 2026. Viral claims suggest E20 attracts ants due to sugar. Bharat Petroleum Corp
Cheema demands central legislation to regulate methanol, prevent hooch tragedies
E100: How Indias new flex fuel norms affect your vehicle and wallet | Business Matters
The government has approved rules for 100% ethanol (E100) fuel. What does this mean for motorists? From higher car costs
Maruti Suzuki has launched India's first flex-fuel passenger car, the Wagon R Bioflex, priced at Rs 7.24 lakh. This comm
Gadkari approves 100% ethanol fuel to cut fossil fuel imports
New Delhi: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, said he has approved the use of 100 per cent e
'People used to laugh' at the idea: Gadkari approves use of 100% ethanol fuel in India
What's ailing India's fertiliser subsidy and ethanol policy? Ashok Gulati explains
Govt extends excise duty exemption to higher ethanol-petrol blends
New Delhi, June 11: The government has exempted higher ethanol-blended petrol grades from central excise duty to prevent
Centre's Ethanol-Blended Petrol Duty Exemptions To Avoid Double Taxation
For ethanol blends of up to 20 per cent, excise duty on the blended petrol was exempted by the Ministry of Finance. The
Watch: Government waives excise duty on E22 to E30 petrol blends
India has removed excise duty on petrol blended with 22%30% ethanol, giving a boost to higher biofuel blends. What does
The government has removed excise duty on petrol blended with 22% to 30% ethanol. Will fuel prices drop? Can your car ru
Govt Waives Excise Duty on Ethanol-Blended Petrol; Here's What It Means for Consumers
The Centre has exempted E22, E25, E27 and E30 ethanol-blended petrol from excise duty. Learn how the move affects consum
Govt Waives Excise Duty on Ethanol-Blended Petrol
The excise duty waiver is aimed encouraging customers to move towards ethanol-blended petrol
Centre waives excise duty on petrol with up to 30 pc ethanol
New Delhi: The Union government has exempted petrol blended with higher levels of ethanol from excise duty, including fu
Petrol, Diesel price today: Fuel prices remained stable across major Indian cities on June 11, 2026, despite the Centre'
Higher ethanol blended petrol between 22-30% exempted from central excise duty
In other words, petrol blended with ethanol, at 22%, 25%, 27% and 30% would be exempt from central excise duties
Rice for ethanol? Ashok Gulati calls out massive inefficiency
Centre bets big on coal gasification; targets 4 lakh cr investment, 3 lakh cr savings, 1 lakh jobs
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy says the Centre is prioritising both surface and underground coal gasification to reduce
E85 Fuel Launched in India: A Historic Step Towards a Green Future
New Delhi, June 6: Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri launched E85 fuel at an Indian Oil fue
E85 fuel arrives in Delhi: Why it's cheaper than petrol, what's the catch, and who can use it
India has launched E85 ethanol-blended fuel in Delhi, priced significantly lower than standard petrol. This move aims to
India Launches E85 Fuel: A Historic Step Towards a Green Future
New Delhi, June 5: On Friday, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri launched E85 fuel at an Ind
500 ethanol pumps by year-end: Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri
India is set to significantly expand its ethanol dispensing stations, with 500 planned by December and 5,000 by 2027, to
India has potential to become energy exporter: Gadkari
NEW DELHI, Jun 4 : Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday said India now has the potential to shift from being an ener
Govt rolling out 100 ethanol fuel stations in Delhi-NCR, Maharashtra: Puri
NEW DELHI, Jun 4 : The government is rolling out 50-100 ethanol fuel stations in Delhi-NCR, Pune, Mumbai and Nagpur, wit
Maruti Suzuki, Hero Launch Indias First Flex-Fuel Car, Bikes in Push for Ethanol Mobility
The move comes as the government continues to push ethanol adoption to reduce crude oil imports to save dollar reserves
Flex fuel to help cut Indias energy import bill, needs entire ecosystem: Maruti Suzuki MD & CEO
NEW DELHI, June 4: Flex fuel will help meet Indias two national objectives of cutting crude oil imports and reducing car
Maruti Suzuki Launches Indias First Flex-Fuel WagonR Running on 100% Ethanol
New Delhi, June 4: Maruti Suzuki has unveiled the WagonR Flex-Fuel, Indias first vehicle capable of running entirely on
India Could Save 195 Crore with Just 1% Shift to Ethanol Vehicles, Says Hardeep Puri
New Delhi, June 4: If ethanol-powered vehicles account for just one percent of total vehicle sales in India within a yea
Hero MotoCorp introduces India's first mass-market flex-fuel motorcycles. The Splendor+ Flex Fuel and HF Deluxe Flex Fue
Hero MotoCorp Launches Splendor+ Flex-Fuel, HF Deluxe Flex-Fuel
The newly launched motorcycles are capable of running on petrol blended with up to 85 per cent ethanol
Investigation Intensifies in Punes Toxic Alcohol Case as CID Forms 10 Teams
Pune, June 3: The investigation into the tragic deaths caused by toxic alcohol consumption in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad
Why hooch deaths continue across India despite repeated crackdowns
Recurring illicit liquor tragedies across India continue to raise concerns over regulation, enforcement, and public heal
Maharashtra FDA seizes methanol from Bhiwandi firm after Pune liquor deaths
The chemical was supplied to bootleggers who allegedly made the liquor that killed 16 people in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwa
A spurious liquor tragedy in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad has claimed 17 to 18 lives. Most victims were daily wage labourer
Centre withdraws draft sugarcane order after objections from states, stakeholders
The government has withdrawn the draft Sugarcane Control Order, 2026. This decision comes after receiving objections fro
Amit Shah positive on hiking sugar MSP, raising ethanol quota: Fadnavis
Home Minister Amit Shah has shared promising news for the sugar industry that could reshape its future. Maharashtras Chi
What Indias new E22 to E30 Petrol variants mean for fuel prices, vehicles and ethanol use
India has launched new fuel standards for petrol with higher ethanol content, including E22, E25, E27, and E30. This mov
Essar Energy Transition Completes Pre-FEED Phase for Stanlow Methanol-to-Jet Project
Stanlow, May 18: Essar Energy Transition (EET), which is working on creating the worlds leading low-carbon process refin
Mauritius Fund buys 5 crore shares of Davangere Sugar via bulk deal
Karnataka-based Davangere Sugar is an integrated sugar and ethanol company engaged in sugar manufacturing, ethanol produ
AP Pushes Centre to Blend Ethanol in Fuel up to 40%
He mentioned that farmers across the country are already earning 87,558 crore through the existing initiative of ethanol
OMCs forced to increase prices of petrol, diesel: Andhra Minister Nadendla Manohar
Nadendla Manohar said, To meet the crisis, Andhra government is taking steps to increase ethanol blending and encouragin
Sugar stocks fall up to 7% on export ban; analysts see limited long-term impact
Sugar company shares dropped Thursday after India banned sweetener exports. This move follows rising domestic sugar pric
Gulshan Polyols jumps on bagging ethanol allocation of 2923 Kiloliters for Q3 ESY 2025-26
Mumbai, May 14 (Udaipur Kiran): Gulshan Polyols is currently trading at Rs. 195.55, up by 3.75 points or 1.96% from its
Indias Ethanol-Mixed Petrol Gains Traction Amid Global Oil Crisis
New Delhi, May 12: Amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, which has disrupted global supply chains and driven up cr
Maize emerges as Indias top ethanol feedstock as supplies surpass 515 crore litres
India's cumulative ethanol supplies reached approximately 515 crore litres in the first half of ESY 2025-26, with maize
Global Crisis Deepens, India Pushes Economic Resilience and Energy Stability Measures
Industry watchers argue the two recent statements urging citizens to save fuel, restrict non-essential imports, and prom
Need of hour is to use petro products with restraint: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for careful use of petrol, gas, and diesel. He stressed that using imported petro pr
India may soon increase ethanol blending in petrol to 25%. Heres what consumers should know
25% ethanol-blended petrol: India is speeding up its shift to renewable energy. Higher ethanol blending in petrol is bei
Watch: Why Indias new car emissions rule may change nothing
This episode of The Climate Economy breaks down how Corporate Average Fleet Efficiency norms work, why automakers are di
Sugar industry welcomes increase in FRP for sugarcane
The Association reiterated its demand of aligning the Minimum Selling Price (MSP) of sugar and ethanol procurement price
Fact check:Does producing 1 litre of ethanol take 10,000 litres of water?
Hyderabad:A number has been doing the rounds 10,790 litres, the amount of water needed to produce just one litre of eth
India in talks with Nepal for ethanol exports, exploring shipments to SAARC nations
India is discussing ethanol exports with Nepal and other SAARC countries. This initiative aims to support farmers and st
Indias first green methanol plant to turn Kutch weed into marine fuel
Prosopis juliflora, which has for decades threatened biodiversity in Kutchs Banni grasslands, will be turned into methan
Govt proposes Motor Rules Amendments to expand ethanol, alternative fuel scope
NEW DELHI, Apr 29: The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed amendments to vehicle emission rules to wide
Government proposes E100 fuel approval
Move paves way for certification and mass production of ethanol-only vehicles
Government Proposes Amendments for E85 and E100 Fuels To Slash Petroleum Imports
As per the government, India has already achieved its target of 20 per cent ethanol blending (E20) in petrol in 2025 and
India proposes usage of higher ethanol-blended fuels for vehicles
India has proposed amendments to its vehicle regulations to formally allow the use of higher ethanol?blended fuels, as t
Govt pushes ethanol blending beyond 20%; vehicle impact remains concern
Aim for 100% ethanol blending: Nitin Gadkari cites West Asia crisis for energy self-reliance
How is ethanol used in Sustainable Aviation Fuel?
Since ATJ prevents raw ethanol from running through jet engines, it will not reduce thrust or clog fuel lines by absorbi
How are ethanol-blending and Indias energy security linked? | Explained
Increasing Sustainable Aviation Fuel production without further stressing sugarcane production will depend on how quickl
Congress attacks government for permitting ethanol in aircraft fuel
Partys Kerala unit says the blended fuel should be first used in PM Narendra Modis aircraft or Union Minister Nitin Gadk
India's decision to permit ethanol blending in aviation fuel faces strong opposition from the Kerala Congress, which war
Govt allows ethanol blending in aviation fuel
New Delhi, April 22: India has permitted the blending of ethanol and other synthetic or man-made hydrocarbons in aviatio
Government Approves Ethanol Blending in Jet Fuel To Boost Sustainable Aviation
SAF push aims to cut emissions, reduce crude oil dependence
Govt. alters aviation fuel norms to allow for blending with non-petroleum sources
Raw material feedstocks for producing hydrocarbons could range from anything from biomass and natural gas, among others,
After amending ATF rules, India allows ethanol blending in aviation fuel
New Delhi: India has permitted the blending of ethanol and other synthetic or man-made hydrocarbons in aviation turbine
India should aim for 100% ethanol in vehicle fuel: Nitin Gadkari
Union minister Nitin Gadkari urged higher ethanol blending in fuels to cut oil imports and boost energy self-reliance am
India Should Aim for 100% Ethanol Blended Fuel: Nitin Gadkari
New Delhi, April 21: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, stated on Tuesday that India should
Nitin Gadkari pushes for 100 pc ethanol blending amid West Asia oil concerns
New Delhi: Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday, April 21, said India should aspire to achieve
India Should Aspire To Achieve 100 pc Ethanol Blending: Gadkari
Gadkari further said the Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency III standards, which will be implemented from April 1 next ye
India should aim to achieve 100 pc ethanol blending: Nitin Gadkari
NEW DELHI, Apr 21: Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said India should aspire to achieve 100
New draft rules soon on 'E85 & more' vehicles as government pushes ethanol shift
Draft rules for roll-out of Ethanol 85 fuel to be notified soon
High levels of ethanol blending offer several benefits, including greater energy security for the country and a reductio
Government Accelerates Promotion of Flex Fuel Vehicles Amid Global Oil Crisis
New Delhi, April 20: Amid uncertainties in the global oil market due to the Middle East crisis, the Indian government is
Gadkari sees farmers as future energy providers to reduce import dependence
RAISEN (MP), Apr 13 : Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Monday that farmers must evolve beyond their traditi
Kandla Port Takes Major Step Towards Green Shipping with Methanol Bunkering Initiative
New Delhi, April 10: In a significant move towards decarbonizing the maritime sector, the Deendayal Port Authority (Kand
Sugar exports may be capped, surplus diverted to ethanol
India plans to convert unsold sugar exports into ethanol. This move aims to boost ethanol production for blending with p
India's sugar production rises 9% to 272.31 lakh tons till March 31: ISMA
India's sugar production saw a 9 percent rise in the 2025-26 season. However, fewer sugar mills are operational this yea
India exempts some chemicals from import duty
India has waived import duties on crucial chemicals like ammonium nitrate, methanol, and PVC for three months, starting
Nationwide shift to 20 pc ethanol blended fuel comes into effect
New Delhi: The governments mandate of E20 petrol, now becoming standard, has come into effect from April 1, which requir
India has mandated E20 petrol, a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol, across the nation from April 1, 2025. This initiat
What's stabilising Brazil's gasoline prices? Ethanol
Tens of millions of drivers here can choose between filling their tank with 100 per cent sugarcane-based ethanol or a ga
Brazils dual-fuel ethanol fleet stabilises gasoline prices despite Iran war oil shock
SAO PAULO, Mar 31: As the war in Iran rattles global oil markets, Brazil is partially shielded by a decades-old buffer a
PM Modi backs ethanol blending as key to cutting crude imports
Farmers efforts in this have given a lot of relief to the country at this time of global crisis, he said. Ethanol produc
If no ethanol-blending, India would have imported 4.5 crore barrels of crude oil: PM Modi
At the inauguration of Phase I of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, PM Modi thanked sugarcane farmers for contri
Gas price twist: Emergency E15 waiver could change what you pay at the pump
US gas price relief measures explained: The Trump administration is temporarily allowing the sale of E15 fuel, a blend w
All you need to know about: auto-brewery syndrome
Also known as gut fermentation syndrome, this medical condition is rather rare and also underdiagnosed and occurs when
Sugar prices in India are set to stay strong with limited stock. However, ethanol producers face challenges due to too m
Prime Ministers Leadership Praised by UP Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar
Azamgarh, March 25: Uttar Pradesh Panchayati Raj Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar recently commended Prime Minister Modis lea
BPCL surges on commissioning second-generation Bioethanol Refinery in Odisha
Mumbai, March 25 (Udaipur Kiran): Bharat Petroleum Corporation is currently trading at Rs. 286.35, up by 4.10 points or
PM Modi: India has strategic petro reserves of over 53 lakh tonne
Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that the government is actively working to maintain uninterrupted supplies of essen
Vietnam accelerates shift to ethanol fuel as Iran war drives up energy prices
Fuel prices in Vietnam have surged since the U.S.-Israel war on Iran began three weeks ago, with gasoline prices up 50%
Agro insolvencies see surge in deal activity
Investors are actively acquiring struggling agro businesses. These deals offer processing facilities, supply chains, and
LPG shortages revive discussion on ethanol for cooking
While a major ethanol producer of Asia, India does not yet have a nationwide, large-scale policy mandating ethanol as a
Sugar mills to report 5-8% revenue growth in FY26 on better cane supply: ICRA Report
However, margins are likely to remain broadly stable as cane prices have increased, while ethanol prices have remained l
Global sugar prices slide on Brazil surplus, India outlook stable: ICRA
Global sugar prices have plummeted due to surplus supply from Brazil, though India's domestic sugar sector remains stabl
Senior officials shot dead at HPCL plant in Uttar Pradesh, former vendor held
Budaun (UP): After two senior officials associated with an ethanol plant were shot dead here, two police officers have b
3I/ATLAS comet new discovery: Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, observed by ALMA, revealed an unusually high methanol content
Centre Announces Standards of Green Ammonia, Methanol for India
The notification specifies that detailed methodologies for measurement, reporting, monitoring, on-site verification, and
Indias 2025-26 sugar output estimate cut 4.4pc to 28.3 mn tonne on weather woes: AISTA
NEW DELHI, Mar 6:Indias sugar output for the 2025-26 season has been revised down 4.4 per cent to 28.3 million tonnes fr
AISTA trims India sugar output estimate to 28.3 mt on weather hit
India's sugar production for the 2025-26 season is now projected at 28.3 million tonnes. This revision comes after adver