Fuel
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Crude surge would have pushed petrol price to Rs 125 per litre without ethanol blending: Government
Business | Jul 31, 2026, 04:40 PM ISTThe government said that during the Middle East crisis, when crude oil prices reached around USD 135 per barrel, petrol prices in India could have reached around Rs 125 per litre.
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Wholesale inflation rises to 9.87% in June, fuel and power recorded highest hike among major groups
Business | Jul 14, 2026, 02:12 PM ISTWholesale inflation in fuel and power was 27.41 per cent in June, as against 30.33 per cent in May, data released by the Commerce and Industry Ministry on Tuesday showed.
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Why E20 petrol isn't cheaper than regular fuel despite higher ethanol content, government explains
Business | Jul 10, 2026, 03:41 PM ISTThe government said that ethanol is deliberately purchased at high, fixed rates of up to 71.86 rupees per litre to support Indian farmers.
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Govt removes excise duty on ethanol-blended petrol ranging up to 30%, will your fuel expenses drop?
Business | Jun 11, 2026, 10:57 AM ISTAs a result, there will be a nil excise duty rate for fuel blended with ethanol at 22 per cent, 25 per cent, 27 per cent, and 30 per cent.
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Govt provided Rs 1.23 lakh crore to OMCs to keep fuel prices steady amid Middle East crisis: Sources
Business | Jun 09, 2026, 05:15 PM ISTAccording to sources, fuel retailers are still incurring a loss of Rs 650 crore per day by selling fuel at rates below prevailing global crude prices.
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E85 fuel: Why is it Rs 20 cheaper than normal fuel, and can your car use it? Find out here
Business | Jun 08, 2026, 02:22 PM ISTAccording to the government, E85 fuel will help strengthen India's energy security. Because ethanol is produced domestically, it could reduce dependence on crude oil imports.
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India's domestic economic remains positive, resilient: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Business | May 25, 2026, 01:44 PM ISTSpeaking at the SIDBI Foundation Day programme, Sitharaman said the India cannot afford fear-mongering; we need to give confidence to our people with our words and actions.
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Petrol, Diesel Price Hike LIVE Updates: Fuel price hike to have some impact on inflation
Business | May 15, 2026, 04:47 PM ISTPetrol, Diesel Price Hike: Industry sources said the price hike appears calibrated enough to partially ease margin pressure on oil companies without creating a major inflationary shock.
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India assures fuel security; Reliance boosts LPG production amid global crisis
Business | Mar 10, 2026, 11:44 PM ISTThe India government has assured that LPG and LNG supplies are sufficient despite tensions in the Middle East. Reliance Industries is increasing LPG production to keep domestic supply stable, while diesel exports to Bangladesh continue through the Bangladesh-India Friendship Pipeline.
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Uttar Pradesh govt to launch 'No helmet, no fuel' drive from this date: Safety first, fuel later
Uttar Pradesh | Aug 28, 2025, 05:35 PM ISTUttar Pradesh: Oil Marketing Companies- IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL- along with petrol pump operators, have been directed to fully support the ongoing road safety campaign. Fuel station staff have been instructed not to provide petrol or diesel to customers without helmets.
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OPINION | Delhi: Impound only those vehicles which spread pollution
India | Jul 04, 2025, 04:21 PM ISTThe enforcement of the ban on 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles began on July 1, leading to the impounding of 158 vehicles by Wednesday. While the move aims to curb pollution, it has sparked concern among thousands of Delhi residents who own older vehicles but use them infrequently.
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Delhi govt withdraws fuel ban on old vehicles, no more seizures at petrol pumps
Delhi | Jul 04, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTThe Delhi government has withdrawn its fuel ban on 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol vehicles just two days after implementation, allowing them to refuel again. The rollback follows public backlash, with officials now promising more balanced pollution control measures.
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Delhi's fuel ban forces man to sell his Ranger Rover at 'throwaway prices', shares ordeal on X
Trending | Jul 02, 2025, 10:34 AM ISTDelhi's fuel ban is aimed to reduce pollution, however, a lot of vehicle owners are grappling with the harsh reality of parting with their cars. A man, named Ritesh Gandotra, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his ordeal. Check out his post here.
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No fuel for 'overage vehicles' in Delhi from today: A 10-point guide
India | Jul 01, 2025, 11:34 AM ISTAccording to a directive from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), all end-of-life (EOL) vehicles will be prohibited from being refuelled in Delhi, regardless of their state of registration.
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Delhi Commuters Alert: No fuel for these vehicles from July 1, check full details
Business | Jun 27, 2025, 05:13 PM ISTAccording to a directive from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), all end-of-life (EOL) vehicles will be prohibited from being refuelled in Delhi, regardless of their state of registration.
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Delhi govt issues SOPs to enforce fuel ban on overage vehicles from July 1 | Check details here
Delhi | Jun 24, 2025, 11:53 PM ISTThe Delhi Transport Infrastructure Development Corporation (DTIDC) shall ensure the effective functioning of Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) camera systems installed at fuel stations across Delhi.
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How to apply for colour-coded stickers online: An easy guide
Auto | Apr 21, 2025, 12:13 PM ISTColour-coded stickers indicate the type of fuel used in vehicles. You can be penalized if you don't have one. Here's how to obtain your color-coded sticker online.
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Petrol-Diesel price today: Check latest fuel rates in your city on February 5
Business | Feb 05, 2025, 11:01 AM ISTPetrol-Diesel Price Today (Feb 5, 2025): Check the latest fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and other cities. While major metros see no change, fuel prices have fluctuated in some states.
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Wholesale inflation eases to 1.89 per cent in November, food prices decline
Business | Dec 16, 2024, 02:42 PM ISTThe wholesale inflation declined in the month of November. The food inflation also eased this month mainly due to the reduction in the prices of the vegetables. However, potato prices continue to be high.
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India's wholesale inflation drops to 2.04 per cent in July
Business | Aug 14, 2024, 12:43 PM ISTThe reduction in wholesale inflation is attributed to a drop in prices of key commodities, including food and fuel. Lower input costs and decreased demand pressures have contributed to the cooling of inflationary trends.