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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 IST

The 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.

Amid rise in crude oil prices, government hikes windfall tax on diesel, ATF - Here's what it means

Business | Jul 16, 2026, 10:10 AM IST

The ministry also said that there is no change in the existing duty rates on petrol and diesel cleared for domestic consumption.

Why could Trump’s proposed 20% toll on Strait of Hormuz raise fuel prices in India? Explained

Explainers | Jul 14, 2026, 04:43 PM IST

India’s location makes it highly dependent on seaborne energy flows; thus, any disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz will cause problems for the nation.

Why India is mixing ethanol with petrol and what it means for consumers?

Auto | Jul 14, 2026, 11:20 AM IST

Under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) program, petrol is now being blended with up to 20 percent ethanol (E20) after years of policy planning and industry collaboration. Concerns around vehicle compatibility, mileage, and fuel pricing have been the talk point. Here's everything you need to know.

From mileage to engine compatibility, all your questions about ethanol-blended petrol answered

Business | Jul 10, 2026, 05:51 PM IST

The ministry said India's ethanol blending programme has evolved over more than two decades and was not introduced in haste.

Why E20 petrol isn't cheaper than regular fuel despite higher ethanol content, government explains

Business | Jul 10, 2026, 03:41 PM IST

The government said that ethanol is deliberately purchased at high, fixed rates of up to 71.86 rupees per litre to support Indian farmers.

Contaminated Petrol Explained: How bad fuel can damage your car and ways to stay safe?

Auto | Jul 06, 2026, 11:53 PM IST

Contaminated petrol is one of the hidden causes of engine problems and expensive repairs. Water, dirt, rust, or poor-quality fuel can reduce your car's performance, damage the fuel system, and even leave you stranded.

Commuters at a fuel station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh/

Will petrol, diesel prices be revised in India as brent crude falls? Minister provides an update

Business | Jul 02, 2026, 05:43 PM IST

Providing a hint that the government could reduce petrol and diesel prices in India, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said that OMCs incurred a loss of Rs 74,781 crore for selling fuel till June 30 since the start of US-Iran war.

Nayara Energy cuts petrol, diesel prices as crude oil remains stable, check new rates in your city

Business | Jul 01, 2026, 10:37 AM IST

The revised petrol and diesel rates have come into effect at all of Nayara's more than 7,000 fuel stations across the country.

A commuter refuels his vehicle at fuel station in

Centre to lift restrictions on sale, distribution on petrol, diesel from July 1

Business | Jun 29, 2026, 08:51 PM IST

The government lifted the temporary restrictions on sale and distribution of petrol and diesel from July 1. In a notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the government said the decision was taken after the situation improved.

Ethanol blending programme safe, E20 fuel won't affect insurance of vehicles: Government

Market | Jun 24, 2026, 05:20 PM IST

The government said it remains committed to implementing the programme "in a safe, transparent and consumer-centric manner, guided by scientific evidence and continuous stakeholder engagement.

India hikes export duty on diesel, Aviation Turbine Fuel; petrol levy unchanged

Business | Jun 15, 2026, 11:50 PM IST

The government has increased export duties on ATF and diesel from June 16 amid West Asia tensions and global fuel price concerns. Petrol export duty remains unchanged as India prioritises domestic fuel availability.

Govt bars industrial, commercial users from buying bulk petrol, diesel through retail fuel pumps

Business | Jun 12, 2026, 11:05 AM IST

The restrictions follows abnormal demand growth, particularly that of diesel in some pockets after bulk users started buying fuel from petrol pumps due to the pricing difference.

Govt removes excise duty on ethanol-blended petrol ranging up to 30%, will your fuel expenses drop?

Business | Jun 11, 2026, 10:57 AM IST

As 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.

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 IST

According 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.

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 IST

According 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.

Centre affirms no cap on petrol, diesel purchase; several distributors served notices over violation

India | May 21, 2026, 07:54 PM IST

Petroleum Ministry official Sujata Sharma said enforcement measures are being taken to monitor fuel distribution and curb irregularities during around 500 raids conducted across the country, and 111 show cause notices have been issued to 35 distributors.

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