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Inspired by the CJP, 'E20 Janta Party' launches campaign against ethanol-blended fuel, seeks Gadkari's resignation

A new group, E20 Janta Party, launched an online campaign for 100% petrol choice. They also demand Road Transport Minist

The Economic Times 27 Jul 2026 6:50 am

CJP's win fuels call by 'E20 Janta Party' for no-ethanol option

A new E20 Janta Party has emerged, demanding consumer choice for 100% petrol. This group seeks the resignation of Nitin

The Times of India 27 Jul 2026 2:40 am

Indonesia has 1 million tons of molasses for bioethanol: Economist

Eliza Mardian, an economist at the Center of Reform on Economics (CORE) Indonesia, said around one million tons of ...

Antara News 26 Jul 2026 9:18 pm

Delhi Transporters to Protest E20 Fuel, Seek Policy Review on Aug 4

Association to Demand Independent Review of Ethanol-Blended Petrol Policy, Citing Vehicle Performance Concerns

Deccan Chronicle 26 Jul 2026 5:22 pm

Taxi assns to march to Parliament against E20 fuel on Aug 4

Delhi: The Delhi Taxi and Tourist Transporters and Tour Operators Association has announced a protest march to Parliamen

The Siasat Daily 26 Jul 2026 4:38 pm

Grain-based ethanol gains momentum: What it means for Indias blending programme

It lifts farmer incomes, supports rural industry, and moves India closer to its clean energy goals

The Hindu Businessline 25 Jul 2026 9:17 am

Watch: Iran chokes Hormuz. Houthis hold the Red Sea. What happens to oil prices? | Business Matters

The Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea are under pressure as the U.S.-Iran conflict intensifies. Heres how the crisis could im

The Hindu 24 Jul 2026 7:59 pm

Indias open market rice sale norms will likely help meet 20% ethanol blending target

The grain has become an industrial raw material for the fuel, say experts

The Hindu Businessline 24 Jul 2026 5:11 pm

Prabowo urges universities to back B50, ethanol drive through research

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has instructed universities to support theB50 andB60 biodiesel ...

Antara News 24 Jul 2026 4:45 am

Telangana Stands To Gain From E20 Push As Ethanol Units And Farm-Linked Demand Is Expected To Expand

The government on Thursday said there is no proposal to raise ethanol blending beyond 20 per cent at present, and any fu

Deccan Chronicle 24 Jul 2026 3:11 am

No ethanol in premium petrol; no plans to restore E0/E10 petrol: Government

Premium petrol grades will continue without ethanol blending, the government stated. No decision has been made to increa

The Economic Times 23 Jul 2026 9:26 pm

Premium petrol ethanol-free, no E0 or E10 revival plan: govt

New Delhi: Premium grades of petrol sold by state-run fuel retailers will continue to be supplied without ethanol blendi

The Siasat Daily 23 Jul 2026 9:15 pm

Premium petrol to remain ethanol-free, government clarifies

The government said there is no proposal to raise ethanol blending in petrol beyond 20% or to restore the supply of E0 a

The Hindu Businessline 23 Jul 2026 8:28 pm

Parliament watch: Surge in ITIs since 2014; PMKVY improves job outcomes & more

Industrial Training Institutes have seen significant growth in numbers and capacity. Ethanol blending has not caused wid

The Economic Times 23 Jul 2026 12:28 am

Beeda Mastan Rao Urges Centre to Retain Regional Ethanol Allocation Policy

He urged the Centre to allow surplus ethanol to be sold to the pharmaceutical, chemical and other industrial sectors

Deccan Chronicle 22 Jul 2026 9:52 pm

How sugarcane is powering Indonesia's bioethanol ambition

Landing at Abdulrachman Saleh Airport in Malang, passengers are greeted by sprawling green fields that look like wild ..

Antara News 22 Jul 2026 5:26 pm

Automobile industry urges formal mechanism for petrol pump fuel quality checks amid E20 concerns

Automakers want a formal system to detect fuel contamination at petrol pumps. Drivers report worsening vehicle performan

The Economic Times 21 Jul 2026 11:19 pm

3.9 million tonnes FCI rice, 6.8 million tonnes maize used till June for ethanol production

In a written response to a query in Rajya Sabha on Monday, Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas Suresh Gopi sai

The Hindu Businessline 21 Jul 2026 8:57 pm

No decision to increase ethanol blending with petrol beyond 20%: Petroleum MoS

Suresh Gopi, Minister of State for Petroleum also informed no decision had been taken to blend ethanol with diesel for c

The Hindu 21 Jul 2026 2:50 pm

PSU OMCs spend over 1.72 lakh crore on ethanol procurement across three ESYs: Govt

The government said the registered supplier base and domestic procurement network continue to support the implementation

The Hindu Businessline 21 Jul 2026 1:06 pm

E20 may lower mileage by 3-5% in some older vehicles, no widespread engine damage found: Govt

E20 petrol may cause a slight fuel economy reduction in older vehicles. Extensive testing has not found widespread engin

The Economic Times 21 Jul 2026 12:33 pm

Indonesia targets E10 bioethanol fuel rollout by 2027

Indonesia aims to launch 10 percent ethanol-blended gasoline (E10) in 2027, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister ...

Antara News 21 Jul 2026 8:28 am

No decision yet on over 20% ethanol petrol blending: Govt

New Delhi: The government has not yet decided to raise ethanol blending in petrol beyond the current 20% level, Minister

The Navhind Times 21 Jul 2026 12:51 am

No Decision Yet On Raising Ethanol Blending Beyond 20%: MoS Suresh Gopi

Gopi further said that India reached the 20 per cent blending target five years ahead of schedule, with average blending

Deccan Chronicle 20 Jul 2026 6:18 pm

INDIA bloc vows to demand accountability from govt on Ram temple donation 'theft', paper leaks

Opposition INDIA bloc leaders met to strategize for the Parliament's Monsoon session. They will demand accountability fr

The Economic Times 20 Jul 2026 12:20 pm

Wardha: 6 Dead In Truck-Car Collision On Samruddhi Expressway

Since the overturned container was carrying highly flammable ethanol, it was necessary to empty it first before its safe

Deccan Chronicle 20 Jul 2026 10:41 am

All-party meeting sees Opposition walkout over rebel TMC MPs

The Opposition staged a symbolic walkout during the all-party meeting convened ahead of Parliament's Monsoon Session, pr

Mid Day 20 Jul 2026 9:00 am

The E20 transition: fuel for debate

As car and bike owners report clogged injectors, damaged fuel pumps, and contaminated petrol across the country, a look

The Hindu 20 Jul 2026 8:19 am

E20: A Good Policy, A Bad Rollout?

Indias ambitious ethanol-blended fuel programme promises lower oil imports, cleaner air and higher farm incomes. But the

indialegallive 18 Jul 2026 3:43 pm

New Fuel Norms Give Ethanol-Run Cars An Edge: What It Means For Buyers

Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency norms set fuel efficiency targets for car manufacturers instead of individual vehicles

NDTV 17 Jul 2026 10:31 am

US tariffs on Brazil are a bitter pill for sugar and ethanol makers

Brazil's ethanol and sugar producers expressed despair over new United States tariffs. These tariffs were imposed on tho

The Economic Times 17 Jul 2026 7:06 am

What has been the impact of ethanol blending?

How are petrol vehicle ownersreacting to the E20 mandate? How environmentally friendly is Indias dependence on sugarcane

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 3:10 pm

Centre floats another draft of CAFE-III; gives special recognition to ethanol and bio fuel cars

Industry stakeholders have until August 6 to respond to the latest draft; the proposed CAFE norms have sharply divided t

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 2:24 pm

E20 petrol battle reaches court: In a first, consumer court orders manufacturer & dealer to pay repair costs and compensation to Chhattisgarh vehicle owner

E20 petrol battle reaches court: A consumer court has ordered a vehicle manufacturer and dealer to reimburse repair cost

The Economic Times 16 Jul 2026 11:22 am

Petrol pump owners claim ethanols moisture-absorbing nature is contaminating fuel

Three petrol pump owners shared their concerns over the roll out of E20 with The Hindu

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 10:46 am

Nagpur Cyber Police register FIR against content creators over alleged defamatory campaign targeting Nitin Gadkari

The legal action stems from highly contested online posts regarding the government's Ethanol-blended (E20) fuel policy

The Hindu 16 Jul 2026 7:15 am

Morning Brief Podcast: Who Pays For Ethanol?

The Economic Times 16 Jul 2026 6:48 am

Fake ethanol-related claims about Nitin Gadkari trigger FIR in Nagpur

The complaint was filed by BJP Nagpur City Social Media Cell Convener Shishir Arun Tripathi

Mid Day 15 Jul 2026 9:12 am

Nagpur Police File FIR Over Fake Social Media Posts Against Gadkari on Ethanol Row

The complaint was filed by BJP Nagpur City Social Media Cell Convener Shishir Arun Tripathi

Deccan Chronicle 15 Jul 2026 8:56 am

Nitin Gadkari: Ethanol a small share of sons' business, attacks motivated

Union minister Nitin Gadkari denied personal gain from the ethanol blending program. He stated that allegations of confl

The Times of India 15 Jul 2026 3:28 am

Villagers Oppose Assago Ethanol Unit Expansion

The villagers alleged that the existing unit had already caused environmental problems, including depletion of groundwat

Deccan Chronicle 15 Jul 2026 12:09 am

FIR against YouTuber Manish Kashyap for E20 petrol reportage

Nashik: A first information report (FIR) was filed on Tuesday, July 14, against popular YouTuber Manish Kashyap and thre

The Siasat Daily 14 Jul 2026 8:38 pm

India's new issue with ethanol: Oversupply

The Economic Times 14 Jul 2026 6:04 pm

CIC orders oil ministry arm to disclose petrol, ethanol data

New Delhi: The Central Information Commission (CIC) has directed the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC), the oi

The Siasat Daily 14 Jul 2026 4:23 pm

What is the governments defence on E20 fuel? | Explained

The government says that higher levels of ethanol blending might result in a situation where fuel prices cannot be reduc

The Hindu 14 Jul 2026 12:42 pm

Kharif acreage falls 16%, but ethanol effect boosts sugarcane

Overall kharif crop acreage has fallen sixteen percent as of last Friday. Sugarcane acreage, however, has increased desp

The Times of India 14 Jul 2026 5:45 am

Mercedes-Benz responds after YouTuber Sourav Joshi claims his SUV's mileage dropped from 17 kmpl to just 5 after using E20 petrol

Mercedes-Benz India confirmed all its BS VI petrol vehicles are E20 compatible. This clarification followed a popular Yo

The Economic Times 13 Jul 2026 4:39 pm

Cops bust fuel pilferage racket, seize 16k litres petrol & diesel

Operation Ethanol Shield

The Times of India 13 Jul 2026 1:28 am

Insular incentive: On ethanol-blended fuel and the Indian consumer

Ethanol-blended fuel should not be forced on consumers irrationally

The Hindu 13 Jul 2026 12:47 am

Operation Ethanol Shield: Lucknow police bust fuel adulteration racket, seize over 16,000 litres; 4 arrested

Lucknow police have successfully arrested four individuals involved in a large-scale fuel theft operation, recovering mo

The Times of India 12 Jul 2026 10:36 pm

Madhya Pradesh: Ethanol Scam Hits MP, SIT Probe Ordered, AICC President Kharge Alleges Scandal May Be Of Scale of Rs 1,200 Crore

Madhya Pradesh has become a Centre of loot by the BJP: Mr. Kharge alleged in his X post

Deccan Chronicle 11 Jul 2026 10:35 pm

Watch: India achieves 20% ethanol blending: what E20, E85 and E100 mean| The Hindu explained

India has achieved 20% ethanol blending (E20) in petrol, five years ahead of schedule, and is now preparing for higher b

The Hindu 11 Jul 2026 6:01 pm

FCI makes distilleries accountable for subsidised rice, warns of criminal cases

Food Corporation of India has strengthened rules for subsidized rice distribution. Distilleries are now directly account

The Times of India 11 Jul 2026 12:22 am

E-20: IYC protests against ganne ka juice

New Delhi: The Indian Youth Congress (IYC) on Friday, July 10, staged a protest against the E20 ethanol-blended petrol p

The Siasat Daily 10 Jul 2026 10:32 pm

Yamaha FZ Blue Flex Fuel Launch: Price, engine, features and everything you need to know

Yamaha FZ Blue Flex Fuel Launch: Yamaha has introduced its FZ Blue Flex Fuel motorcycle in India. This new bike supports

The Economic Times 10 Jul 2026 8:59 pm

Govt. Admits E20 Can Hit Fuel Economy by 5% But Offers Better Pickup, Cleaner Combustion

The ethanol controversy has taken a centre stage in Indias when the government mandated shift to 20 per cent ethanol-ble

Deccan Chronicle 10 Jul 2026 7:54 pm

Centre Admits E20 Petrol May Reduce Fuel Economy by Up to 5%

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said E20 was a cleaner, higher-quality and more efficient fuel than E10 or pure pe

Deccan Chronicle 10 Jul 2026 4:08 pm

E20 petrol may cut mileage by up to 5% but offers cleaner combustion, energy security benefits: Ministry

The Ministry rejected concerns that the programme had been implemented too quickly, saying India's ethanol blending init

The Hindu 10 Jul 2026 2:09 pm

E25 only being tested, no rollout decision yet: Puri

Petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri confirmed E25 is currently undergoing testing. No decision has been made regarding

The Times of India 10 Jul 2026 2:46 am

'Centre allowing oil companies to make illegitimate profit': Arvind Kejriwal on fuel prices

Arvind Kejriwal criticized the Centre for high fuel prices. He stated petrol prices should drop from Rs 102 to Rs 82. Ke

The Times of India 9 Jul 2026 5:44 pm

Clean Fuel Or Not? The Truth About Ethanol May Surprise You

India's path to net zero is unlikely to be an either-or choice between electric vehicles and biofuels. It will require b

NDTV 9 Jul 2026 3:32 pm

Arvind Kejriwal to address media at 4 PM over fuel pricing

Arvind Kejriwal will address fuel pricing concerns at a press conference today. He alleges petrol should cost 82 rupees

The Economic Times 9 Jul 2026 2:27 pm

Arvind Kejriwal to address media at 4 PM over fuel pricing

Arvind Kejriwal will address fuel pricing concerns at a press conference today. He alleges petrol should cost 82 rupees

The Economic Times 9 Jul 2026 2:27 pm

Govt seeks proposals for coal gasification projects under Rs 37,500-cr incentive scheme

The incentive, launched in May this year, is aimed at promoting surface coal/lignite gasification for the production of

The Economic Times 8 Jul 2026 11:09 pm

'Will companies compensate if E-20 fuel damages older vehicles?': Arvind Kejriwal asks auto firms

Arvind Kejriwal has written to 29 auto manufacturers regarding E-20 fuel concerns. He questioned companies about compens

The Economic Times 8 Jul 2026 1:03 pm

Grain-based ethanol accounts for nearly 67% of supplies; maize remains the largest feedstock

Surplus FCI grains and sugarcane juice also significantly contribute to the diversified feedstock mix. Policy support fo

The Economic Times 8 Jul 2026 11:59 am

'BJP petrol pump': AAP shares 'E20 premium receipt' in dig over ethanol blending

The graphic, styled as a fuel station receipt, described the product as E20 Premium Receipt and claimed the blend contai

The Times of India 8 Jul 2026 10:22 am

E21 By 2027, E25 By 2029: Govt Evaluates Phased Shift To Higher Ethanol Blends

E21 rollout may begin in 2027, while E25 will depend on scientific validation despite adequate ethanol production capaci

NDTV 7 Jul 2026 10:48 pm

Investment Promotion Board Clears Proposals Worth 9,076-Crore

10,531 jobs likely; CM stresses on ethanol, tourism and green energy growth

Deccan Chronicle 7 Jul 2026 10:43 pm

Litigant in Supreme Court claims silent compulsion in E20 petrol roll out

While not seeking a roll back of Indias ethanol-blending policy, the petition says a welfare policy cannot be implemente

The Hindu 7 Jul 2026 8:06 pm

'Car Manufacturers Comfortable, Some Misreporting': Hardeep Puri On E20 Row

The government has been promoting ethanol blending as part of its strategy to reduce crude oil imports, lower carbon emi

NDTV 7 Jul 2026 7:55 pm

'Serviced vehicles not facing difficulty': Hardeep Puri rejects engine damage claims over E20 fuel

Hardeep Singh Puri dismissed social media claims about E20 petrol as misinterpretation. He stated that compatible vehicl

The Times of India 7 Jul 2026 7:14 pm

A.P. SIPB clears 11 investment proposals worth 9,076 crore; CM calls for ethanol blending policy

Industrialisation should complement agriculture by creating additional income opportunities for farmers and enabling the

The Hindu 7 Jul 2026 7:09 pm

How E20 affects your car and whats next on E85 rollout

India has now fully embraced E20 petrol, featuring a mixture of 20% ethanol. The government aims to facilitate even high

The Times of India 7 Jul 2026 9:46 am

PIL seeks ethanol blend disclosure at fuel pumps

A Supreme Court petition demands transparency in ethanol-blended petrol distribution. It seeks display of ethanol percen

The Economic Times 7 Jul 2026 12:43 am

E20 debate explained: Mileage loss, engine concerns and what's next

Automobile majors are backing the government's mandatory 20% ethanol blending in petrol (E20), despite consumer concerns

The Times of India 6 Jul 2026 12:17 am

No, Bhutan didnt reject Indias E20 petrol offer: Read how anti-Modi editor of The Bhutanese spread fake news to give ammunition to opposition in India over Ethanol debate

Bhutan requested Indian OMCS to keep supplying pure petrol as long as it remains available in India, and to give advance

OpIndia 5 Jul 2026 6:18 pm

After E20 petrol, Nitin Gadkari pushes for 15% isobutanol-blended diesel: What it is and why it matters

India is set to embrace a new biofuel initiative, allowing up to 15% isobutanol blending with diesel. This strategic mov

The Economic Times 5 Jul 2026 9:47 am

Carmakers on E20: No engine damage, but mileage drops

Vehicle manufacturers are defending the government's mandatory 20% ethanol blending in petrol, assuring the public that

The Times of India 5 Jul 2026 2:49 am

Industry experts defend ethanol blending, say E20 fuel safe for vehicles

PTI New Delhi Industry executives on Saturday sought to allay concerns over the use of 20 per cent ethanol-blended petro

The Navhind Times 5 Jul 2026 1:43 am

Govt. says ethanol blending backed by extensive trials and best practices as concerns linger despite clarifications

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal informed that he would be writing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the

The Hindu 4 Jul 2026 1:09 am

Ethanol-blended Petrol is here to stay, but forcing one blend on all vehicles hurts people: Multiple choices from E10 to E100 at different prices is the only fair way

The Union Government has decided to waive excise duty on blended petrol, but surprisingly, it does not cover E20 petrol,

OpIndia 3 Jul 2026 5:12 pm

Kejriwal to Write to PM on Rolling Back E20 Fuel Programme

He also asked whether the government would compensate vehicle owners if their vehicles were damaged due to the use of et

Deccan Chronicle 3 Jul 2026 4:10 pm

'Minor' drop in mileage of vehicles due to E20, says Hardeep Singh Puri

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri addressed public concerns regarding ethanol-blended fuel, dismissing social media

The Times of India 3 Jul 2026 2:11 am

Amit Shahs Odisha Visit Cancelled; No Official Reason Cited

Union home minister AmitShah was slated to attend the inauguration of a major ethanol production project in Bargarh dist

Deccan Chronicle 2 Jul 2026 1:25 pm

How a war between Israel and Arab nations more than 50 years ago had pushed Brazil to blend Ethanol with Petrol, with India and others getting inspired

Indias mandatory shift to E20 petrol has sparked debate over vehicle mileage and engine safety. While car owners express

OpIndia 1 Jul 2026 5:59 pm

Government Plans Ethanol Blending in CNG: Good News or Bad for Your Vehicle?

India is testing ethanol blending in CNG. Find out how it could affect your car's engine, mileage, performance, fuel pri

Web Dunia 1 Jul 2026 5:56 pm

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.

Fusion WeRIndia 1 Jul 2026 10:02 am

SC orders status quo on allocation of ethanol supply

The Times of India 1 Jul 2026 1:57 am

East Godavari Villagers Oppose Proposed Ethanol Plant at Public Hearing

Several residents, however, raised concerns over its potential environmental impact.

Deccan Chronicle 1 Jul 2026 12:43 am

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.

NDTV 30 Jun 2026 10:28 pm

Supreme Court directs status quo on Karnataka HC order which directed enhancement of ethanol allocation

Attorney General R. Venkataramani submitted that the 20% ethanol blending programme in petrol is still an ongoing experi

The Hindu 30 Jun 2026 7:18 pm

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

Deccan Chronicle 30 Jun 2026 4:48 pm

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

The Hindu 29 Jun 2026 3:18 pm

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

The Economic Times 25 Jun 2026 11:38 pm

'May affect your warranty': Ford India allegedly warns ethanol petrol can damage engines and reduce mileage

Ford India customer care has warned that using fuel with a higher ethanol blend, such as E20, may damage the engine or e

The Economic Times 25 Jun 2026 1:18 pm

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

The Hindu 25 Jun 2026 11:14 am

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

NDTV 24 Jun 2026 2:56 pm

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

NDTV 24 Jun 2026 5:37 am

Claims about sugarcane juice directly mixed with petrol, car engine absorbing water because of ethanol misleading, unsubstantiated: Petroleum Ministry

The ministry sought to emphasise that modern vehicles are equipped with design features that prevent entry of water into

The Hindu 24 Jun 2026 1:50 am

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

Morningstar 23 Jun 2026 11:11 pm

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

Fusion WeRIndia 23 Jun 2026 10:02 am

India likely won't export sugar for years as El Nino, ethanol squeeze supply

Once as a top sugar exporter, India is now anticipating a three-year stretch of significant export deficits, primarily d

The Economic Times 22 Jun 2026 7:07 am

Indian refiners could use petcoke to produce urea, methanol and ammonia rather than selling it outright: Dastur Energy CEO

In terms of a policy, the Dastur Energy CEO emphasised a dedicated diversion of petcoke from refineries towards gasifica

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 11:38 pm

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas approves Rs150 Cr assistance for India's first private hybrid 2G ethanol project in UP

This initiative marks a significant stride towards India's circular bioeconomy, reducing reliance on food-based feedstoc

The Economic Times 19 Jun 2026 4:54 pm

SED to Develop Indias Advanced 2G Ethanol Biorefinery with 150 Crore Government Financial Assistance under PM JI-VAN

Government-supported project integrates global carbon recycling innovation with indigenous biomass gasification technolo

The Hindu 18 Jun 2026 5:18 pm

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

The Economic Times 18 Jun 2026 12:33 pm

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

The Hindu 17 Jun 2026 9:53 pm

Petrol, Ethanol Or Flex Fuel? Your Fuel Choice Could Save You Lakhs

According to experts, petrol, ethanol-blended fuels, flex-fuel vehicles and EVs are expected to coexist for years.

NDTV 16 Jun 2026 1:44 pm

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Bioflex price revealed; India's first flex-fuel hatchback costs Rs 86,000 more than top-end petrol model

Maruti Suzuki has launched India's first flex-fuel passenger car, the Wagon R Bioflex, priced at Rs 7.24 lakh. This comm

The Economic Times 15 Jun 2026 12:04 pm

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

The Siasat Daily 14 Jun 2026 5:45 pm

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

The Shillong Times 12 Jun 2026 2:12 am

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

NDTV 11 Jun 2026 10:31 pm

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 Hindu 11 Jun 2026 9:48 pm

Ethanol-Blended Petrol Gets Tax Exemption: Will Fuel Become Cheaper? Here's What It Means for Your Car

The government has removed excise duty on petrol blended with 22% to 30% ethanol. Will fuel prices drop? Can your car ru

Web Dunia 11 Jun 2026 2:19 pm

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

Web Dunia 11 Jun 2026 11:06 am

Govt Waives Excise Duty on Ethanol-Blended Petrol

The excise duty waiver is aimed encouraging customers to move towards ethanol-blended petrol

Deccan Chronicle 11 Jun 2026 9:46 am

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

The Siasat Daily 11 Jun 2026 9:42 am

Petrol, Diesel price today changed amid excise duty relief on ethanol-blended fuel? Check latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other cities

Petrol, Diesel price today: Fuel prices remained stable across major Indian cities on June 11, 2026, despite the Centre'

The Economic Times 11 Jun 2026 9:29 am

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

The Hindu 11 Jun 2026 8:44 am

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

The Hindu 8 Jun 2026 6:47 pm

After 20 Deaths, State Moves To Prevent Methanol Diversion

In the wake of the Pune hooch tragedy that claimed 20 lives, the Maharashtra State Excise Department has asked the Food

Deccan Chronicle 7 Jun 2026 9:23 pm

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

Udaipur Kiran 6 Jun 2026 7:29 am

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

The Economic Times 5 Jun 2026 8:55 pm

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

Morningstar 5 Jun 2026 8:46 pm

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

The Times of India 5 Jun 2026 5:14 am

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

Daily Excelsior 5 Jun 2026 4:30 am

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

Daily Excelsior 5 Jun 2026 4:29 am

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

Deccan Chronicle 4 Jun 2026 8:47 pm

Govt. rolling out 100 ethanol fuel stations in Delhi-NCR, Maharashtra: Hardeep Singh Puri

The Minister pointed out that if half the new (two-wheeler and four-wheeler) vehicles are flex fuel-compliant, then Indi

The Hindu 4 Jun 2026 5:29 pm

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

Daily Excelsior 4 Jun 2026 3:42 pm

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

Morningstar 4 Jun 2026 2:36 pm

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

Morningstar 4 Jun 2026 2:46 am

85% ethanol-ready bikes are here: Hero launches new Splendor+ and HF Deluxe; Check prices, specifications and features

Hero MotoCorp introduces India's first mass-market flex-fuel motorcycles. The Splendor+ Flex Fuel and HF Deluxe Flex Fue

The Economic Times 3 Jun 2026 10:56 pm

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

Deccan Chronicle 3 Jun 2026 8:44 pm

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

Morningstar 3 Jun 2026 12:01 am

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

The Hindu 2 Jun 2026 10:08 am

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

The Hindu 1 Jun 2026 10:33 pm

CID Takes Over Pune Hooch Tragedy Probe; 22 Officials Suspended

The investigation has now extended to Bhiwandi, where the FDA recovered industrial methanol from a warehouse operated by

Deccan Chronicle 30 May 2026 11:46 pm

Pune hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 17 as 22 police, excise officials suspended, methanol supplier traced

A spurious liquor tragedy in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad has claimed 17 to 18 lives. Most victims were daily wage labourer

The Economic Times 30 May 2026 9:27 pm

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

The Economic Times 30 May 2026 2:02 pm

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

The Economic Times 28 May 2026 12:39 am

Can ethanol save sugar sector? ET Conversation with DG ISMA

The Economic Times 27 May 2026 6:10 pm

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

The Economic Times 20 May 2026 1:06 am

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

Morningstar 18 May 2026 9:12 pm

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

The Economic Times 17 May 2026 10:31 am

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

Deccan Chronicle 16 May 2026 11:52 pm

In Late Night Raid, Cops Seize 2,100 Fake Liquor Bottles In Dry Gujarat

During their raid, officials discovered two large tanks holding approximately 1,000 liters of ethanol, which was used as

NDTV 16 May 2026 9:43 pm

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

The Hindu 15 May 2026 12:40 pm

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

The Economic Times 14 May 2026 11:41 pm

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

Udaipur Kiran 14 May 2026 2:03 pm

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

Morningstar 12 May 2026 5:00 pm

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

The Economic Times 11 May 2026 2:24 pm

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

News Voir 11 May 2026 1:30 pm

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

The Economic Times 10 May 2026 5:08 pm

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

The Economic Times 9 May 2026 5:23 pm

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

The Hindu 8 May 2026 4:51 pm

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

The Hindu 6 May 2026 8:48 am

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

The Siasat Daily 3 May 2026 5:27 pm

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

The Economic Times 1 May 2026 7:45 pm

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

The Hindu 30 Apr 2026 11:24 pm

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

Daily Excelsior 30 Apr 2026 4:29 am

Government proposes E100 fuel approval

Move paves way for certification and mass production of ethanol-only vehicles

The Hindu 29 Apr 2026 10:59 pm

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

Deccan Chronicle 29 Apr 2026 6:34 pm

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

Web Dunia 29 Apr 2026 2:51 pm

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

The Hindu 24 Apr 2026 3:39 pm

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

The Hindu 24 Apr 2026 2:15 pm

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

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 8:09 pm

'Catastrophic like the Air India crash': Kerala Congress on what may go wrong with ethanol blended ATF

India's decision to permit ethanol blending in aviation fuel faces strong opposition from the Kerala Congress, which war

The Economic Times 23 Apr 2026 6:09 pm

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

The Shillong Times 23 Apr 2026 4:24 am

Government Approves Ethanol Blending in Jet Fuel To Boost Sustainable Aviation

SAF push aims to cut emissions, reduce crude oil dependence

Deccan Chronicle 22 Apr 2026 8:31 pm

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,

The Hindu 22 Apr 2026 8:30 pm

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

The Siasat Daily 22 Apr 2026 7:12 pm

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

The Economic Times 22 Apr 2026 12:21 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

Morningstar 21 Apr 2026 8:29 pm

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

The Siasat Daily 21 Apr 2026 8:13 pm

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

Deccan Chronicle 21 Apr 2026 7:03 pm

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

Daily Excelsior 21 Apr 2026 3:46 pm

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

The Hindu 20 Apr 2026 7:04 pm

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

Morningstar 20 Apr 2026 4:19 pm

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

Daily Excelsior 14 Apr 2026 4:05 am

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

Morningstar 10 Apr 2026 12:34 am

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

The Economic Times 8 Apr 2026 12:38 am

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

The Economic Times 2 Apr 2026 3:05 pm

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

The Economic Times 2 Apr 2026 7:52 am

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

The Siasat Daily 1 Apr 2026 8:26 pm

E20 petrol now the main fuel in India from April 1. What this big shift means, and can your car handle ethanol-blended fuel?

India has mandated E20 petrol, a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol, across the nation from April 1, 2025. This initiat

The Economic Times 1 Apr 2026 4:02 pm

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

The Economic Times 1 Apr 2026 12:36 am

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

Daily Excelsior 31 Mar 2026 1:18 pm

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

The Times of India 29 Mar 2026 2:23 am

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

The Hindu Businessline 28 Mar 2026 4:02 pm