New crisis of E20 petrol: will your plate become more expensive due to fuel?
The new ethanol policy for E20 petrol prohibits production from sugarcane to maintain sugar availability. However, incre
Ethanol tender sparks feedstock concerns as rice gains ground over maize
The competing concerns highlight the challenge facing the ethanol procurement framework: balancing the availability and
BIEPA asks govt, OMCs to review ethanol supply tender allocation methodology
The association has raised concerns that long-term offtake agreement holders receive priority for contracted quantities
Indian Food Ministry asks States to ensure no sugar is diverted for ethanol
Diversion may not be allowed the entire supply year even as the Centre extends duty-free imports of raw sugar until Dece
Sugar Prices To Remain Firm Despite Curb On Diversion
According to India Ratings, sugar situation is still likely to remain tight. Lower-than-expected production, exports, an
BCGCL begins construction work on 25,000 crore coal gasification project
Bharat Coal Gasification and Chemicals Ltd (BCGCL), the joint venture of Coal India Ltd (CIL) and BHEL, has started grou
VOC Ports international container terminal gets green terminal tag
VOC Ports Tuticorin terminal becomes Indias first fully electrified green operations hub, with the pilot methanol, green
Slew of Sops to help fuel ships' shift to methanol
India is considering methanol as the primary fuel option for ships to support a green transition. The government plans t
Tamil Nadu Engineers Pioneer Ethanol Fuel Trials Decades Before Policy
Central official reviews infrastructure projects, green initiatives at V.O.C. Port
Vijay Kumar inspects green hydrogen plant, wind energy facilities and pilot methanol bunkering and refuelling infrastruc
Replacing 100 crore litres of B-heavy ethanol with maize could affect fuel marketing margins
Can ethanol save sugar sector? ET Conversation with DG ISMA
Can ethanol save sugar sector? ET Conversation with DG ISMA
Indias drought-hit maize crunch pits poultry, ethanol makers in me first fight
Drought conditions have caused a significant decrease in maize supply, leading to competition among industries for acces
Shivakumar urges PM to address cane growers demands as agitation delays crushing season
Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has appealed to PM Modi regarding the struggles of sugarcane farmers. Protests have intensi
Sugar Prices Surge, Stocks Fall: Why India Is Shifting Its Ethanol Policy
India's decision to stop using sugarcane products for ethanol production in the 2026-27 supply year comes at a time when
Diesel adulteration up to 5% begins; oil companies add biodiesel to make it cheaper
Like ethanol in petrol, oil companies have now begun blending 5% biodiesel into diesel. Rising crude oil prices are caus
India sugar stocks slide as government halts sugarcane-based ethanol diversion
The latest ethanol tender excludes supplies produced from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses, cutting off
Oil companies exclude sugarcane-based ethanol from latest petrol blending tender
It also cuts the incentive for maize-based ethanol, lowering the procurement price to R68.86 per litre from Rs 71.86
India bars Sugarcane-based Ethanol in 2026-27 Petrol blending tender
NEW DELHI: State-run oil marketing companies have barred ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy mola
What lies beyond Indias E20 push
The E20 blends promised savings were offset by lower mileage, with consumers spending an estimated 88,234 cr. extra over
OMCs Bar Ethanol Made From Sugarcane Juice, Sugar Syrup, B-heavy Molasses From Procurement Tenders
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) on behalf of OMCs last week floated a tender, seeking bids for around 11 billion
Sugar-Based Ethanol Barred in 2026-27 Tender, Maize Price Cut
The tender, issued on October 16 by Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) on behalf of oil marketing companies (OMCs),
OMCs bar sugar-based ethanol in 2026-27 tender, cuts maize incentive
State-run oil marketing companies have barred ethanol made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses from t
India Bars Sugar-Based Ethanol in 2026-27 Tender, Cuts Incentive for Maize-Based Fuel
India excludes sugar-based ethanol from its 2026-27 procurement tender and cuts the maize ethanol price to 68.86 per lit
Sugar-free ethanol? Oil companies change recipe, here's what's next
The government's recent decision to exclude sugar-based raw materials from its ethanol procurement process marks a strat
India bars sugar-based ethanol in 2026-27 tender, cuts maize incentive
The move comes amid concerns over domestic sugar availability and rising prices after poor rainfall in key sugar-produci
India bars sugar-based ethanol in 2026-27 tender, cuts maize incentive
The move comes amid concerns over domestic sugar availability and rising prices after poor rainfall in key sugar-produci
Sugarcane farmers on protest path again to seek fair share in sugar and ethanol revenues
Sugarcane farmers are undertaking the Hubballi Chalo padayatra, putting focus again on many long-unresolved issues
Centre sets sugar diversion for ethanol at zero in 2026-27 tender
India has directed oil marketing companies to exclude sugar-based ethanol from the 2026-27 tender, setting sugar diversi
FM Sitharaman, JBIC Governor discuss cooperation in semiconductors, clean energy
India and Japan explored the possibility of a follow-on fund to the USD 600 million India-Japan Fund and discussed expan
Indias ethanol opportunity is bigger than blending target
The next should be about creating a market large and diverse enough to sustain the ethanol economy that target has helpe
Indias ethanol receipts hit 987 crore litres by September, maize leads supply
Maize remained the largest contributor to ethanol supplies, while industry representatives called for policy continuity
Ethanol supplies top 9.87 bn litres by Sep, grain feedstocks lead: AIDA
India's cumulative ethanol receipts reached 987 crore litres by the end of September in the current supply year, with gr
Farmers' protest hits Mumbai-Bengaluru highway traffic; Google Maps asked to mark stretch closed
Vehicular traffic on the Mumbai-Bengaluru National Highway is currently disrupted due to a farmers' protest. The agitati
Farmers protest disrupts Mumbai-Bengaluru highway traffic
Farmers are protesting over sugarcane prices, ethanol rates and other demands, affecting traffic travelling from Kolhapu
Farmers Block Highways, Demand Higher Sugar MSP, Cane Price And Ethanol Procurement
In Belagavi district, a large number of farmers protested in three including Hirebagewadi and Hattargi toll plazas and a
Assam Cabinet adopts 75 resolutions highlighting PM Modis 25 years in public life
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 9 (IANS) The Assam Cabinet on Friday adopted 75 resolutions recognising Prime Minister Nare
Farmers' organizations in Maharashtra and Karnataka are resisting the government's early sugarcane crushing proposal. Th
SunBridge BioEnergy starts new ethanol facility at Seoni
The company is further strengthening its ethanol portfolio, with capacity set to reach 700 KLD through soon to be operat
Assam Opens New Trade Chapter as First International Cargo Departs Bogibeel for Bangladesh
A barge carrying 540 metric tons of methanol left Bogibeel Terminal in Dibrugarh for Dhaka, Bangladesh, here today. Sarb
First cargo vessel leaves Dibrugarh via river route to Bangladesh after Independence
Digital Desk | Dibrugarh (Assam), Oct 5 (IANS) A barge carrying 540 metric tons of methanol left from Bogibeel Terminal
EVs not sole answer to cutting emissions, says TVS Motor's Venu Srinivasan
Electric vehicles are not the only solution to reduce pollution, and the auto industry should remain technology-agnostic
Government set to halt sugarcane juice, B-heavy molasses diversion for ethanol
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal to flag off first International Cargo Voyage from Dibrugarh
The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, will flag off the first international c
Bihar CM sets March 2027 deadline for Chakai ethanol plant
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 3 (IANS) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday inspected the under-construction et
Assam bets big on bamboo economy, BIS-certified bicycle set for Guwahati parks
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 2 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday highlighted the growing potenti
Jharkhand Nearly Free of Naxalism, Says JMM Leader Manoj Pandey
Manoj Pandey claims Jharkhand is almost free from Naxalism due to government efforts and discusses ethanol issues and po
Nitin Gadkari calls Ethanol blending a step towards diversification of agricultural sector
He also said that, driven by this strong determination, Bihar is poised to become prosperous and developed state in the
Gujarat hooch case: Rajasthan man held for arranging materials used to pack toxic liquor
Digital Desk | Bhavnagar, Oct 1 (IANS) Gujarat Police's State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has arrested another accused in the
Delhi HC told permission for E20 protest at Jantar Mantar rejected on law-and-order grounds
Authorities informed the Delhi High Court that they rejected a request to hold a protest against the E20 ethanol blendin
'Show one damaged vehicle': Gadkari's dare on ethanol blending, targets vested interests
Union minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted the advantages of the ethanol-blending program during the Bihar Investor Summit
Ethanol blending a step towards diversification of agricultural sector: Nitin Gadkari
Nitin Gadkari said that since 2022, four crore four-wheelers and 20 crore two-wheelers have been running on petrol mixed
After E20, Gadkari says 100% ethanol flex-fuel engines being developed
India currently imports petroleum worth around Rs 22 lakh crore, Gadkari said, underlining the need to reduce the countr
CAFE-III norms give clear roadmap for auto sector: Industry
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sept 30 (IANS) Automobile and biofuel industry representatives on Wednesday welcomed the gover
3X credits for range-extender EVs, ethanol benefits for hybrids: CAFE-III expands compliance options
The Ministrys notification assigns a volume multiplier of 3.0 to battery-electric vehicles and range-extended electric v
CAFE III norms tighten targets, reward small cars and electrified vehicles
Indias final CAFE III norms tighten passenger-vehicle efficiency targets by nearly 17% through FY32; Maruti Suzuki, Rena
Ktaka farmers intensify Hubballi protest, demand Rs 5,500 per tonne sugarcane
Digital Desk | Hubballi, Sep 29 (IANS) Farmers from various districts of Karnataka intensified their protest in Hubballi
PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 29: The Bharat Ethanol Forum 2026 concluded at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake
27% ethanol blending may expose sugar sectors shortcomings, says industry expert
Getting to 27 per cent is a different kind of problem its an operations problem, says Findability Sciences founder and
E20 petrol can reduce India's dependence on imports: ONGC official
We import about 90%, so blending ethanol at 20% without consumer issues would greatly cut imports and boost self-relianc
Ethanol: Key To India's Energy Security And Rural Prosperity
Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde highlighted ethanol's potential to protect India from volatile petroleum markets and g
Uttar Pradesh's ethanol supply chain attracts investments in distilleries
Uttar Pradesh is attracting over 1,000 crore in private investment from distillers, while rising ethanol output and exci
Ethanol sector not competing for maize with any sector, says distillers association
It is utilising the coarse cereal to create value for Indian agricultural reserouces, support energy security, says AIDA
Foundation stone laid for India's first port-based e-methanol plant
The 2,300-crore plant at Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla will be developed in two phases by DPA and Assam Petro-Chemi
India to supply green methanol fuel for global shipping from Kandla
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Assam and Gujarat inaugurate Rs 2,300 crore e-methanol project at Kandla port
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India to set up first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla for 2,300 cr
In a boost to maritime decarbonisation, the government on Saturday laid the foundation stone for its first port-based e-
India lays foundation for first port-based e-methanol plant at Kandla
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 26 (IANS) India on Saturday took a major step towards becoming a global supplier of green
19 Die After Drinking Fake Liquor In Nagaland, Probe Confirms It Had Methanol
Over the past two weeks, several people have died in Nagaland due to the consumption of spurious liquor. The tragedy fir
The 2,300-crore project is aimed at supplying cleaner fuel to the maritime sector and is part of the ports plan to devel
Ethanol in mind: Cabinet approves Sanjivani revival under PPP model
NT Reporter Panaji Keeping ethanol production in mind, the Sanjivani Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd at Dharbandora will re
E20 fuel increases mileage, helps farmers, and will not harm vehicles, says Gadkari
All automobile companies will bring out vehicles equipped with flex-fuel engines that can run on 100% ethanol. The count
Ethanol can help raise farmers' income and reduce fuel imports: Gadkari
Launches Madhya Pradesh bus service with CM Yadav; cites maize price rise to 2,600/quintal and 57,000-crore PM e-Bus Sew
Foundation stone laid for 150 TPD e-Methanol plant at Deendayal Port
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Nitin gadkari news: Nitin Gadkari emphasizes the need for sugar mills to produce compressed bio-gas, ethanol, and other
India-Iceland ties have become stronger after TEPA: Ambassador Hoskuldsson
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) There has been a significant strengthening of relations between India and Icelan
Ethanol company sues Andhra farmer over pollution claims, seeks 1 crore compensation
Sentini BioProducts Pvt. Ltd. has sued farmer M. Muralidhar Reddy of Gandepalli village, near Keesara in the NTR distric
SC Strikes Down Maharashtra Methanol Rules
Prohibition failed to prevent Gujarat hooch deaths: SC
Why the Supreme Court struck down Maharashtras methanol rules? | Explained
The court passes guidelines regarding important aspects and steps to prevent hooch tragedies and for effective implement
Sustaining E20 in ESY2026-27: Indias ethanol challenge is now about economics, not volume
India celebrates 20% ethanol blending milestone, but experts warn about sustaining supply, feedstock management, and pro
Maha govt will stand with farmers in drought-hit areas: Dy CM Shinde
Digital Desk | Satara, Sep 18 (IANS) Visiting his native village Dare in Satara district for the Ganeshotsav festival, D
At least 48 dead in Nigeria after consuming drink suspected to contain methanol, authorities say
At least 48people have died in southern Nigeria after consuming a local alcoholic drink. Around one hundred others are r
US seeks details of India's rice stocks used for Ethanol output
The United States has sought details from India on the use of rice for ethanol production. Washington has alleged that I
Livestock feed makers see rising competition for maize from ethanol producers
Want Goverment to secure supplies for feed sector as maize is single source of feedstock, says CLFMA Chairman Divya Kuma
Yogi Cabinet's big push: 23 proposals cleared across infrastructure, jobs, education and welfare
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 15 (IANS) The Cabinet meeting chaired by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his
Post Deepavali air : What are carbide guns and what are we breathing? | HealthWrap| Ep12
This week, on The Health Wrap by The Hindu, Ramya Kannan and Zubeda Hamid discuss the drop in air quality after the fest
From onions, ginger to cooking oil: Why food prices are rising in India
Rising prices of onions, cooking oil, ginger and other staples are squeezing Indian households as weak monsoon rains, et
Higher food prices drive CPI higher, inflation outlook faces weather, energy risks: Economists
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Retail inflation rose to 4.82 per cent in August from 4.5 per cent in July, driv
India supplied 895 crore litres of ethanol by August: Industry data
New Delhi, Sep 12: India supplied 895 crore litres of ethanol by the end of August under the Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2
Sweet and sour: Indias sugar sector braces for a testing 2026-27 season
For now, the sector waits on the September monsoon, and on a single ethanol notification
Samudra Manthan Mission can open new frontiers in energy exploration: Oil India CMD
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Sep 10 (IANS) State-owned Oil India Limited (OIL) is stepping up its focus on research, innovat
Govt Eyes Higher Ethanol Blending Through Flex-Fuel Vehicles: PM Advisor Tarun Kapoor
The government is working to permit ethanol blending beyond the current E20 level, enabled by flexi-fuel vehicles, Advis
Davangere Sugar Rises 6% as $100 Mn FCCB and Ethanol Expansion Draw Focus
New Delhi [India], September 10: Shares of Davangere Sugar Company Ltd. rose around 6% during trading on September 10, t
Now vehicles will be fueled with more than 20% ethanol, PM Modi's advisor confirmed.
The government is currently preparing to approve ethanol blending beyond E20 for flex-fuel vehicles. Tarun Kapoor, an ad
India likely to curb use of sugarcane juice, B-heavy molasses for ethanol
Besieged with the problem of high level of sugar prices in retail market, the government may resort to such a step to he
Government working to allow ethanol blending beyond E20 via flexi-fuel vehicles: Tarun Kapoor
Tarun Kapoor said ethanol production capacity in the country has surpassed requirements for blending, and the industry w
Is ethanol production driving the surge?
E20 petrol not damaging vehicles: Telangana minister backs Centre
Hyderabad: Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Wednesday, September 9, said there is no evidence of ethanol
No complaints received on damage by ethanol-blended petrol: Telangana Transport Minister
Use of petrol blended with 20% ethanol (E20) could result in a 3 to 5% reduction in vehicle pickup and mileage, says Pon
Indian govt should reduce ethanol blending to E15 on supply constraint, says ICRIER
Centre should allow the reduction when ethanol availability is insufficient, it says in a study titled Food vs Fuel: Rec
Govt should adopt flexible approach to ethanol-blended petrol programme: ICRIER paper
The government has set a target for E20 -- petrol should contain up to 20 per cent ethanol by volume
Govt should adopt flexible approach to ethanol-blending programme: ICRIER
The government should be flexible with its Ethanol Blended Petrol programme, maintaining the E20 target as a long-term g
MP hooch tragedy: UP Police reject Lalitpur link to spurious liquor
Digital Desk | Lucknow, Sep 8 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh Police has rejected claims of a Lalitpur connection to the spurio
Alternative fuels zoom past petrol in share of PV sales: Fada data
This comes at a time when customers are raising concerns over the E20 (20 per cent ethanol and 80 per cent petrol blende
Which chemicals are mixed to make perfume, and what is the role of ethanol in it?
Your favourite perfume is made from a blend of essential oils and synthetic chemicals. Learn why ethanol plays a crucial
India's automobile retail sales hit record August high
PVs recorded their best-ever August at 4,02,398 units, crossing 4 lakh for the first time, with rural sales growing 24.9
84 undergoing treatment after spurious liquor tragedy in MP's Sagar, 30 booked
Sagar (Madhya Pradesh), Sep 7 (IANS) As many as 84 people are undergoing treatment after consuming spurious liquor in Ma
Karnataka sees sugar mill boom amid rising ethanol demand
Bengaluru: Growing demand for ethanol as an alternative fuel has triggered a fresh race to establish sugar mills in Karn
Best of BS Opinion: India's tightrope walk on the dollar, BRICS finance
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Counting the cost of ethanol push
India must cater to the food requirements of a large population with rising incomes and changing dietary preferences, si
AP Wants Licence Exemption for Ethanol-Based Hand Sanitisers Withdrawn
Outlets in Vijayawada have been found selling to consumers ethanol-based sanitisers that they consume as substitutes for
This compact Kia SUV can run on 100% ethanol
This compact Kia SUV can run on ethanol
Sharma warns that ethanol-led changes in cropping patterns may create an environmental problem over the longer term.
Sugar price spike reflects widening food-fuel demand gap: ICRIER paper
ICRIER paper calls for a flexible E20 ethanol strategy as rapid growth in fuel demand outpaces feedstock availability, i
Leaving farmers 'Bhagwan Bharose': The cost of MSP to ethanol gaps
Leaving farmers 'Bhagwan Bharose': The cost of MSP to ethanol gaps
Four Workers Injured During Boiler Testing at Under-Construction Ethanol Unit in Nayagada
A fire broke out at an under-construction ethanol plant near Gateri village under Nuagaon police limits in Nayagada dist
Egg Prices Up 40%: How E20 Fuel Policy Is Making Breakfast Costlier
Egg prices have climbed sharply over the past year and could rise further this winter as higher maize costs, growing eth
Whats the link between sugar, ethanol and Indias CAFE norms? | Climate Economy
Can ethanol and Indias new fuel-efficiency norms really drive the countrys energy transition? This episode of The Climat
E20 Row: Supreme Court Refuses PIL on Mandatory Ethanol Labelling at Petrol Pumps
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a petition seeking mandatory labelling of ethanol content on petrol pum
The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a directive to ensure mandatory an
Should Petrol Pumps Reveal Ethanol Content? Supreme Court Dismisses Plea
The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a PIL seeking mandatory disclosure of the exact ethanol content in petrol at
Tamil Nadu Poultry Farmers Face Crisis Amid Rising Maize and Feed Prices
Coimbatore, August 31: The increasing demand for maize from ethanol producers has significantly raised the cost of poult
SC junks PIL seeking ethanol labelling at petrol pumps
The Supreme Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking mandatory and uniform labelling of ethanol pe
SC rejects plea seeking disclosure of ethanol in petrol
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, August 31, refused to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking direc
SC Declines PIL Seeking Mandatory Disclosure Of Ethanol Content In Petrol
NEW DELHI, Aug 31: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a PIL seeking mandatory and uniform disclosure of th
Apex court directs petitioner to approach the high court for relief
During the hearing, the Bench questioned Mr. Goswamis locus standi and asked why he had approached the apex court direct
SC Refuses to Hear PIL for Mandatory Disclosure of Ethanol Content in Petrol at Fuel Pumps
Attorney General R Venkataramani, appearing for the Centre, submitted that it is a proxy litigation as a petition on a s
SC rejects PIL seeking ethanol content disclosure in petrol at fuel pumps
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a PIL seeking a directive to the Centre and others to ensure mandatory
SC dismisses plea seeking mandatory ethanol content disclosure at petrol pumps, fuel bills
By utilizing ethanol injections, researchers effectively stimulated indigenous bacteria to aid in the cleanup of uranium
SC to hear plea for ethanol content labels on petrol on Aug 31
New Delhi: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a petition on August 31 seeking a directive to the Centre and others t
Sugar price surge: Karnataka farmers seek nod for jaggery units to produce ethanol
The Centre has rejected suggestions that the rise in sugar prices is due to diversion of sugarcane for ethanol productio
SC to hear plea on ethanol disclosure at petrol pumps
The Supreme Court is set to hear a petition seeking mandatory and uniform labelling of ethanol percentage at petrol pump
E20 Petrol Row: SC To Hear Plea Seeking Ethanol Labelling At Petrol Pumps On Aug 31
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a petition on August 31 seeking a directive to the Centre and others to ensure ma
SC to hear plea seeking mandatory disclosure of ethanol content in petrol on August 31
The plea has also sought a direction that every fuel invoice should specifically and legibly state the percentage of eth
SC To Hear Plea On Ethanol Mandatory Disclosure In Petrol On Aug 31
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a petition on August 31 seeking a directive to the Centre to ensure mandatory and
SC To Hear Plea Seeking Mandatory Disclosure Of Ethanol Content In Petrol On Monday
New Delhi, Aug 29: The Supreme Court will hear on August 31 a plea seeking mandatory and uniform disclosure of the exact
SC to hear plea seeking mandatory disclosure of ethanol content in petrol on Aug 31
The petition, filed by Narendra Kumar Goswami, has also sought a direction that every fuel invoice should specifically a
SC to hear plea on mandatory ethanol disclosure in petrol on Aug 31
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a petition on August 31 seeking a directive to the Centre and others to ensure ma
Supreme Court to hear plea on ethanol labelling at petrol pumps on August 31
The Supreme Court will hear a petition on August 31 regarding ethanol labelling. The plea seeks mandatory disclosure of
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) on Thursday said there is no proposal to replace E20 petrol with E10, amid r
Bhavnagar, August 28: The Gujarat polices State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has traced the source of the methanol used in the
E20 won't be replaced by E10, BPCL says amid debate over older cars
Bharat Petroleum Corp Ltd (BPCL), India's second largest fuel retailer, on Thursday said there is no decision to replace
No logistical challenges if lower ethanol blend is introduced: Bharat Petroleum chief
Discussions on re-introducing the E10 variant gathered steam after Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran's recent
No Plans to Replace E20 Petrol with E10, Says BPCL Chairman
New Delhi, August 27: Sanjay Khanna, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), stat
From Rs 7 to Rs 9, egg prices rise by 40% in a year. Is there an ethanol angle?
From Rs to Rs egg prices rise by in a year Is there an ethanol angle
Ethanol Push Makes Eggs Costlier As Maize Prices Surge
Ethanol Push Makes Eggs Costlier As Maize Prices Surge
Egg prices may hit Rs 20-25 in winter as ethanol demand drives up maize costs
Best of BS Opinion: Sustainable strategy needed for sugar and ethanol
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Crop overestimation, more than ethanol, behind price surge
Watch: Behind Indias sudden sugar price surge and the ethanol debate | Business Matters
Sugar prices have surged by shocking levels. Ethanol has been at the centre of heated debates over its use in blended fu
Is ethanol the villain in sugar price surge in India?
Is ethanol the villain in sugar price surge in India
Ajay Rai reminded the Prime Minister that he had previously written to the latter on July 7, addressing scientific, econ
DC Edit | Taste Of Sugar Not So Sweet This Season
The government is not in the business of growing sugar but it must take the blame for the current situation since it con
Watch: Why has sugar become so expensive?
Sugar prices have surged across India, rising by around 40% in a year, and by as much as 50% in some States. In eight St
UP Sugar Mills Association Rejects Sugar Shortage Claims Linked to Ethanol
UP Sugar Mills Association says ethanol diversion did not cause a sugar shortage, asserting that mills have adequate sto
Priyank Kharge Questions Central Governments Ethanol Policy
Bengaluru, August 25: Karnatakas Home Minister Priyank Kharge raised concerns on Tuesday regarding the central governmen
13 more arrested in Guj hooch tragedy, face homicide charges
Gujarat Police have arrested 13 additional individuals, including a man from Madhya Pradesh identified as Anand Chhandi,
ISMA DG clears the air: Ethanol diversion not behind sugar price rise
ISMA DG clears the air: Ethanol diversion not behind sugar price rise
'Ethanol diversion not behind sugar price rise': ISMA DG Deepak Ballani dispels doubts
'Ethanol diversion not behind sugar price rise': ISMA DG Deepak Ballani dispels doubts
Sugar price surge: Economist blames delayed action, ethanol diversion for pressure
Sugar price surge Economist blames delayed action ethanol diversion for pressure
Gujarat Toxic Liquor Case: Police Uncover Chemical Supply Chain, 27 Arrested
Bhavnagar, August 25: The Gujarat State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has arrested 13 more individuals in connection with the to
Ramdas Athawale Calls for Investigation into Ethanol Fuel Complaints
Mumbai, August 24: Central Minister Ramdas Athawale has urged the government to investigate complaints regarding vehicle
Indias Sweet Crisis Turns Bitter: Sugar Prices Jump Amid Ethanol, E20 Fuel Controversy
India was once drowning in surplus sugar. In 2021-22 it exported around 100 lakh tonnes by August, with the season event
Despite Duty-free Imports, Sugar Prices To Remain Elevated
Domestic sugar prices are to correct from recent record highs, but remain healthy, supported by tight inventory conditio
Sugar price surge puts Mysuru hotel industry under strain
According to Mysuru Hotel Owners Association, the steep rise is partly attributed to the increasing use of sugar for eth
Sugar Price Surge Linked to Market Sentiment, Not Ethanol Production, Says Industry Association
New Delhi, August 24: The recent rise in sugar prices has been attributed to market sentiment rather than ethanol produc
Car owner accepts E20, but wants only basmati ethanol
Car owner accepts E but wants only basmati ethanol
Sugar prices to ease within 7 days; ethanol not behind rise: ISMA
Sugar prices to ease within days ethanol not behind rise ISMA
Feed cost surge tightens egg supply; Branded eggs may touch 20-25 each
Soybean meal prices soar and maize shifts to ethanol production, forcing farmers to cut flocks and driving up egg prices
Behind Sugar Shock: Not Ethanol, But Over-Estimation Led To 16% Price Rise
In November 2025, the government allowed sugar mills to export 15 lakh tonnes. Now, India has allowed 10 lakh tonnes of
India's ethanol math isn't mathing. Despite the great rice diversion
Indias ethanol math isnt mathing Despite the great rice diversion
Tragic Death Toll Rises to 13 in Gujarats Toxic Liquor Incident
Bhavnagar, August 24: The death toll from the toxic liquor tragedy in Gujarat has risen to 13, following the deaths of t
Sugar and the politics over price: Import order fuels ethanol debate
Govt's sugar import order sparks debate over ethanol diversion and exports amid a perceived supply shortage
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Tehseen Poonawalla Claims Detention Over E20 Protest
Political commentator Tehseen Poonawalla claimed Delhi Police detained him at his residence and stopped him from protest
Sugar price rise: Allow jaggery units to produce ethanol, says sugarcane growers body
Kurubur Shanthakumar attributes the rising price of sugar to the substantial profits made by the sugar factories from et
Are rising sugar prices connected to ethanol production? Experts say not really
Decline in sugarcane production, stockpiling driving up sugar price, say experts
No ethanol link, low cane output, stockpiling push up sugar prices: Experts
Sugar prices have skyrocketed in the market amid declining sugarcane production and increased stockpiling by traders, ac
Why so selective?: Shehzad to Tehseen over sugar scam claims
Tehseen Poonawallas campaign against E20 petrol and allegations of a sugar scam appear to have strained ties between the
Gujarat hooch tragedy: Toll rises to 13 as two more die during treatment
According to officials, 67 persons had consumed the liquor containing methanol; police have so far arrested 13 of the 21
Gujarat Hooch Tragedy Death Toll Rises To 13; 13 Arrested
Two More Die In Bhavnagar After Consuming Methanol-Laced Liquor; Probe Handed To State Monitoring Cell
Gujarat hooch tragedy: Two more die, toll rises to 13
Thirteen people have died from consuming spurious liquor in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district. Two more victims succumbed to
Bhavnagar Hooch toll rises to 9; 17 hospitalised, 3 in ICU
Nine people died from spurious liquor in Bhavnagar by Saturday evening. Seventeen individuals remained hospitalized, wit
Cheaper crude, dearer ethanol: Indias maize bind
Maize is now the source of close to half of all the ethanol that India blends into petrol, up from almost nothing three
Ashok Gehlot Criticizes Central Governments Ethanol Blending Policy
Jaipur, August 22: Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot of Rajasthan has criticized the central governments policy of larg
Congress targets government over rise in commodity prices
Asks whether the diversion of sugarcane and grain for ethanol production under the E20 policy is contributing to rising
Indias sugar stockpile set to shrink as output estimate falls: Govt
India's sugar production estimate has fallen significantly, impacting opening stocks for the new season. This lower outp
Sugar Prices Are Rising: Government Points To Crop Disease, Rainfall And Lower Output
The Centre says ethanol isnt driving sugar prices higher. Crop diseases, rainfall and a weaker production outlook tell a
Sugar Price Hike Ahead of Festivals: Government Blames Lower Production, Global Prices, Not Ethanol
Sugar prices have rise in all over India ahead of the festival season, allowing the government to make duty-free imports
Sugar prices shoot up; govt says ethanol diversion
New Delhi: The Centre on Friday, August 21, dismissed claims that sugar diversion for ethanol was behind the sweeteners
Tehseen Poonawalla Calls Ethanol Policy a Scam, Demands CBI Investigation
New Delhi, August 22: Political analyst Tehseen Poonawalla has labeled the ethanol policy a scam, claiming it is driving
Sugar output may dip 11%, says govt, rules out ethanol diversion impact on prices
Says Drop Not Due To Ethanol Diversion
Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab hit the most by sugar price hike
Closely monitoring the situation, says the Centre and promises steps to ease the burden; it says rise in prices cannot b
Is ethanol the reason for the high sugar prices? The government reveals the truth.
Sugar Price Hike: With the festive season approaching, sugar prices have also begun to rise. Many people have attributed
Sugar Price Hike Linked To Lower Output, Not Ethanol Production: Centre
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution said it was incorrect to link the price rise to ethanol p
Why are sugar prices rising? Govt rejects ethanol link, reveals real reasons behind the price surge
Sugar prices have risen sharply in the domestic market, but the government has rejected claims that the increase is link
Sugar gets costlier ahead of festivals: Govt rules out ethanol as the reason
Sugar gets costlier ahead of festivals Govt rules out ethanol as the reason
'Incorrect': Govt rejects ethanol link to sugar price spike, blames low output
Man involved in Guj hooch tragedy dies drinking same alcohol
A spurious liquor tragedy in Gujarat's Bhavnagar district has resulted in eight deaths and left 61 persons affected, wit
Congress seeks review of E20 policy, non-ethanol petrol options
Jairam Ramesh says consumers are paying the price through higher food and transport costs
Congress demands review of E20 move, says 'anti-people' fuel policy unacceptable to country
Congress criticizes the Modi government's E20 fuel policy for increasing inflation. The policy allegedly causes higher p
Kejriwal Targets Centre Over Rising Sugar Prices, Raises Questions on Ethanol Policy
Arvind Kejriwal criticises the ethanol-blending policy after sugar prices jump, arguing cane diversion to ethanol impact
Major Crackdown by Gujarat Police: 13 Arrested in Bhavnagar for Toxic Alcohol Deaths
Ahmedabad, August 20: In a significant operation, the Gujarat Polices State Monitoring Cell (SMC) has arrested 13 indivi
Centre Imposes Stockholding Limit On Bulk Consumers To Check Sugar Prices
The sugar price surge comes amid E20 fuel row, where it has been alleged that there is growing focus on the diversion of
Arvind Kejriwal criticises Centre over sugar shortage caused by ethanol policy
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Govt planning to bring E10 back? Clamour grows after top bureaucrat's remark
E20 is petrol containing 20% ethanol and 80% petrol. The government has promoted higher ethanol blending as a way to red
FDA temporarily suspends CEAT's license to procure Methanol
The Suspension order is yet to be effective. The Company has made alternate arrangements to procure Methanol in complian
Modi government in exploratory talks for E10 fuel, amid E20 pushback report
The Indian government has undertaken early exploratory discussions to see if E10 fuel petrol with 10% ethanol can be r
BJP MP Konda Reddy conducts an experiment comparing petrol vs. ethanol
BJP MP Konda Reddy conducts an experiment comparing petrol vs ethanol
E20 Petrol Concerns Grow: Why CEA Wants E10 Back at Fuel Pumps
Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran has suggested bringing back lower-ethanol petrol such as E10 to protect mill
Key developments include Gulshan Polyols ethanol allocation worth 146.66 crore, Bharti Airtels upcoming leadership chang
Govt adviser bats for E10 petrol for older vehicles
A government adviser has called for India to reintroduce a petrol variant with a lower ethanol blend, such as E10, along
Bring back lower-ethanol petrol option, says chief economic adviser
The chief economic advisor backs a dual-fuel system to safeguard older vehicles while meeting Indias ethanol targets ami
India should bring back fuel with lower blend of ethanol, Chief Economic Adviser says
E20, petrol with 20 per cent ethanol blended in it, was rolled out last year and since April 1, it has been the only fue
Chief Economic Adviser Proposes E10 For Older Vehicles, Industry Pushes Back
V Nageswaran said India has around 75-80 million two-wheelers built for E10. Many of these vehicles were not designed to
CEA calls for E10 petrol option alongside E20 amid consumer concerns
E20 - petrol with 20% ethanol blended in it - was rolled out last year and since April 1, it has been the only fuel avai
E20 Petrol Not Sole Factor Behind Low Mileage, Says Govt: Here's What May Cost More Fuel
The government's latest clarification comes amid growing concerns among motorists over the impact of 20% ethanol-blended
Modi Naturals targets 900950 crore FY27 revenue
Oleev edible-oil maker Modi Naturals expects revenue to rise 25-32% to 900-950 crore in FY27 from 719 crore last year, a
Sugar stocks rallied for a second session on Friday as domestic sugar prices climbed 8-10% over the past month to a seve
Emails Show Automakers Flagged E20 Fuel Contamination Before SIAM Withdrawal - Report
India's top auto industry body, The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers, or SIAM, withdrew a fuel contamination c
Emails reveal Indian carmakers
NEW DELHI, Aug 13 (Reuters) Hours after India made public assurances last week that its ethanol-blended petrol was safe
How sustainable is Indias E20 push? | Explained
In August, the government told the Lok Sabha that the ethanol blending programme had helped save around 2 lakh crore in
Carmakers discussed E20 contamination risks before public retreat: Report
Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and Mahindra discussed concerns over chloride and moisture in E20 fuel even as the industry p
Karnataka clears Rs 6,253 crore projects in aerospace, food processing, IT, renewable energy
The Karnataka government has green-lit eighty-three industrial projects that amount to an impressive six thousand two hu
To bolster national security, India must focus on boosting its internal energy generation capabilities. The governments
Best of BS Opinion: Tribunals Bill can make hiring framework more robust
Today's opinions examine tribunal appointments, aviation leadership, consultation gaps in ethanol and UPI policy, philan
Kishan Reddy Counters Cong., Kejriwal On Ethanol
Union minister G. Kishan Reddy hit back at Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal over criticism of ethanol blending, citing U
Good policy needs good process: Lessons for Modi government's reforms
Lessons from ethanol blending in petrol and levying a fee on digital payments should not be ignored
There's already an ongoing uproar in the country regarding ethanol in petrol. Meanwhile, new news has emerged, suggestin
Rice use for ethanol may rise as maize, sugarcane acreage falls this Kharif season
India is set to ramp up rice utilization for ethanol production this year, amid reduced planting of maize and sugarcane,
India May Cut Cane Use for Ethanol as Sugar Prices Hit Record Highs
Restricting that next season could add a similar volume to domestic sugar supplies, offsetting the expected drop in outp
Ethanol Fuel Policy: Experts Flag Concerns On Agriculture, Water
A group of experts has voiced significant concerns regarding India's ethanol-blended fuel policy, citing potential negat
Ethanol blending in diesel fails flash-point test: Government
Tests found that ethanol-blended diesel did not meet the required diesel flash-point specification because the flash poi
\Will Pure Petrol Come From Your Father's House\: BJP MP Mishra Defends E20 Policy
A BJP MP has triggered a controversy after asking whether pure petrol would come from someone's father's house. Speaking
Govt mulls curbing use of cane for ethanol to tame record-high sugar market
Mills diverted about 3 million metric tonnes of sugar, or around 10 per cent of total output, to ethanol production duri
India considers curbing use of sugarcane for ethanol to tame record-high sugar market
India may limit sugarcane use for ethanol to increase sugar production with an aim to stabilise record-high sugar prices
'Will pure petrol come from your father's house': BJP MP
BJP MP Janardan Mishra has strongly defended the Centre's ethanol blending policy amidst ongoing controversy, highlighti
Will Pure Petrol Come From Your Father's House: BJP MP's E20 Shocker
Defending the Centre's ethanol policy, BJP MP said India produces 20 per cent of its oil domestically, while 80 per cent
Will pure petrol come from your fathers house: BJP MP Janardan Mishra defends ethanol policy
A movement is underway claiming that ethanol won't work, pure petrol will. Will pure petrol come from your father's hous
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Janardan Mishra has caused a massive row after he asked opposition parties whether pure
India is set to unveil the GOBARdhan scheme, targeting a significant rise in Compressed Biogas production. By transformi
Farmers in flood-prone Kosi in Bihar see a pot of gold in E20
Maize cultivation has significantly boosted incomes in Bihar's Kosi plains. Farmers are now earning double their previou
P.M. Bhargava: The Indian man who saw tomorrow in a cell
The 1973 oil crisis prompted P.M. Bhargava to write directly to Dr. Nayudamma, the new CSIR Director-General, warning th
Rahul Gandhi Criticizes E20 Petrol, Claims Government Is Draining Peoples Wallets
New Delhi, August 7: In a sharp critique of the central government, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi targeted the E20 (20% e
Oil Firms Say E20 Is Safe After Nationwide Testing Rules Out Contamination
The intensified testing followed recent media reports alleging the presence of moisture and chloride in E20 (20 per cent
Oil Companies Dismiss Concerns Over E20 Petrol Quality, Assert No Issues Found
New Delhi, August 7: Public sector oil marketing companies (OMCs) in India have dismissed concerns regarding the quality
OMCs refute chloride contamination, excess moisture in E20 fuel
The OMCs based their assurance on E20s reliability based on checks across retail outlets, refineries and at the point of
E20 policy imposed under Trump's pressure to facilitate US ethanol imports: Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal alleges the E20 fuel program was implemented under US pressure. He claims the government forced the poli
E20: Will India now import ethanol from the US? Government statement on trade deal
Trade Deal Update: The discussion on ethanol is also heating up amid the India-US trade deal. Consequently, many people
Government Rejects Ethanol Imports From the US
Government says fuel ethanol blending will continue to rely entirely on domestic production
No commitments relating to ethanol import from U.S. for fuel blending under FTA talks: Govt
Govt said ethanol used for fuel blending is sourced entirely from domestic producers
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Thursday rejected claims of ethanol blending in aviation turbine fuel (ATF).
Kejriwal claims Centre to blend ethanol in diesel
New Delhi: Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday, August 6, alleged that the Centre is planning
Arvind Kejriwal alleges the Centre plans to expand ethanol blending beyond petrol. He claims the government will increas
AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal accuses Centre of forcing SIAM to withdraw report on ethanol
Kejriwal Questions Central Governments E20 Petrol Policy
New Delhi, August 6: Arvind Kejriwal, the convenor of the Aam Aadmi Party, has raised concerns regarding the central gov
Mumbai Court Orders Meta and X Corp to Disclose Uploaders in Nitin Gadkari Deepfake Video Case
Mumbai, August 6: A Mumbai court has requested information from social media platforms Meta and X Corp regarding the upl
E20 Petrol Is Cleaner, But Moisture May Be A Concern For Older Cars
The E20-compliant vehicles handle the fuel well and result in an efficient fuel system. However, a few older vehicle own
'Consumers paying more': Congress alleges E20 has tilted benefits towards ethanol producers
Bombay High Court orders removal of deepfake videos targeting Nitin Gadkari over ethanol policy
During the proceedings, the court expressed concern over the absence of a mechanism to remove abusive content without ju
Congress says E20 hurt middle class, favoured ethanol producers
The Modi Government's Transport Minister (Nitin Gadkari) had claimed that ethanol blending would bring diesel costs down
Vile, abusive: Bombay HC orders takedown of fake posts targeting Gadkari over E20 ethanol row
Punjab BJP Criticizes Assembly Proposal to Halt E20 Ethanol Blending Program
Chandigarh, August 5: The President of the Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party, Keval Singh Dhillon, condemned the assemblys r
Farmers Meet Agriculture Minister to Support Ethanol Production
New Delhi, August 4: A delegation from the All India Kisan Coordination Committee (AIKCC) met with Union Agriculture and
No Incentives Planned for Vehicles Running on Higher Ethanol Blends: Ministry
It has also argued that the programme has strengthened India's energy security and helped cushion consumers from global
Farmers back ethanol in meeting with agriculture minister, say it will boost income, secure energy
Kejriwal Accused of Politicizing Ethanol Issue in Punjab
New Delhi, August 4: Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra has accused Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of the Aam Aa
Kejriwal Accused of Politicizing Ethanol Issue by BJPs Harsh Malhotra
New Delhi, August 4: Harsh Malhotra, the President of Delhi BJP, has accused Arvind Kejriwal, the national convenor of t
Mysuru: Sugarcane growers urge PM to stay firm on ethanol policy
They welcome the Centres emphasis on producing ethanol from sugarcane, rice, maize and other agricultural produce.
Punjab Assembly passes resolution to suspend rollout of E20 fuel
The Punjab Assembly on Tuesday passed a resolution urging the Centre to review and suspend the mandatory rollout of E20
Government to consider farmers' views on ethanol policy: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan met farmers regarding the ethanol blending petrol policy. The governmen
Arvind Kejriwal urges Indians to join protest against E20 fuel
Arvind Kejriwal, former Chief Minister of Delhi and a political rival of Prime Minister Modi, called on Indians to join
Delhi Transport Bodies Protest Against E20 Petrol at Rajghat
Transport associations demand withdrawal of ethanol-blended petrol after police deny permission for Parliament march.
Arvind Kejriwal's march to PM's residence over E20 blocked by Delhi police
Aam Aadmi Party leaders protested on Firoz Shah Road after police stopped their march. They intended to submit over 2.3
Youth Cong workers detained for ethanol protest march to Gadkari's home
Youth Congress workers marched to Nitin Gadkari's residence protesting ethanol fuel promotion. Several activists were de
On Monday, Youth Congress activists took to the streets in Nagpur to protest against E20 fuel, seeking to march to the h
Kejriwal Announces March to PM's Residence Against E20 Fuel Policy
AAP chief says he will submit over two lakh public petitions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking changes to the etha
Kejriwal to reach PMs residence with 100 supporters to submit petition against Ethanol blending
E20 fuel: Arvind Kejriwal alleges Centre 'yielded' to Trump
In his letter, AAPs Arvind Kejriwal had sought the availability of options for both pure petrol and E20 fuel at petrol s
Kejriwal to march to PM Modi's residence over E20 petrol, alleges Centre 'yielded' to Trump
AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal said he will march to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence on Tuesday with 100
E20 blending boosts Punjab farmers, eases millers burden: Rice millers body
The E20 blending program is part of the central government's strategy to reduce fuel imports and provide a stable market