Fuel

Draft CAFE-III norms explained: India is changing fuel efficiency rules for cars | Mileage | E20

The Ministry of Power has released the draft CAFE-III norms, proposing stricter fuel-efficiency and carbon-emission standards for passenger vehicles from April 1, 2027. The five-year framework.

E20 fuel row: Why a consumer court ordered Maruti to replace an SUV

A consumer court in Raipur has delivered a significant ruling in the ongoing E20 petrol debate. The Commission has directed Maruti Suzuki to replace a customer's Grand Vitara

Govt releases draft CAFE III norms, invites stakeholder suggestions

The Ministry of Power on Thursday released Draft Corporate Average Fuel Economy 2027 Norms (CAFE-III) and sought suggestions from stakeholders. The new norms, which aim to progressively reduce vehicle emissions, will replace the existing CAFE-II norms that are likely to come to an end on March 31, 2027. The norms are proposed to be applicable to M1 category passenger vehicles manufactured or imported for sale in India during 2027-28 to 2031-32, the ministry said in a statement. Passenger vehicles that have up to eight seats, in addition to the driver's, fall in the M1 category. The ministry said stakeholders and the public can mail their suggestions and feedback or send them to the under secretary, energy conservation. The last date for receipt of suggestions and feedback is August 6, 2026. The draft norms shall also be uploaded on the websites of the Ministry of Power and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency shortly, the ministry said. According to an official, compliance to the pro

Tata Motors seeks changes to draft CAFE norms over credit mechanism

Tata Motors has urged the Centre to revise draft CAFE norms, saying the proposed credit mechanism could make non-compliance cheaper than cleaner technology investments

IndianOil reassures customers on fuel quality after social media posts

State-owned Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) on Tuesday said it has carried out nearly 10,000 surprise inspections and more than 8,500 fuel quality tests across its retail outlets over the past week, as it sought to reassure customers amid concerns over fuel quality circulating on social media. The country's largest fuel retailer said it follows a "zero-tolerance" policy towards fuel adulteration, contamination and any violation of prescribed quality standards, and that strict action is taken against dealers found to be in breach of contractual obligations. "Fuel quality is a matter of utmost importance for IndianOil. Every day, our teams work across the country to ensure that customers receive fuel that meets all prescribed quality standards. Regular inspections, surprise checks and scientific testing are carried out as part of a rigorous quality assurance system," the company said in a statement. IOC said it had also deployed hundreds of special inspection teams to independently verif

Moscow imports gasoline from New Delhi to mitigate fuel shortages

Russia begins importing gasoline from India to ease fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure, as energy trade between the two countries expands

New coal exchange rules set to regulate trading, formalise market structure

The Coal Exchange Rules establish a framework for electronic coal trading, transparent price discovery and stronger governance, marking a major shift in India's coal market

India may ease emergency fuel curbs once global tensions ease: Official

Measures on LPG monitoring, gas allocation and fuel hoarding were imposed to protect domestic supply after disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz

New ethanol fuel push: Can your car use E22, E25 or E30? | Ethanol blending | Excise duty

The Ministry of Finance exempted petrol containing 22 per cent, 25 per cent, 27 per cent and 30 per cent ethanol from central excise duty. The move covers E22, E25, E27 and E30 fuel variants.

Fisme flags impact on MSMEs from retail diesel curbs; to approach govt

Fisme plans to seek relief for micro and small enterprises, saying new restrictions on diesel purchases from retail outlets could disrupt operations of DG sets

Ethanol Gambit: E85 push must be matched by a long-term transport strategy

Every increase in ethanol content requires engineering changes, recalibrating engines, testing, certification, and modifications to components exposed to fuel

Commercial LPG price rises ₹42; ATF for international airlines down 27%

Oil marketing companies have increased commercial LPG prices by Rs 42 per cylinder, while aviation turbine fuel for international airlines has been cut by 27 per cent

India's fuel exports may revive after slumping amid Ukraine, Iran conflicts

Western nations facing shortages are reconsidering sanctions on fuels made from Russian crude oil

It's time for India to bite the bullet on fuel price liberalisation

There is no alternative but to give the correct pricing signal to the market and consumers. Appeals and calls for conservation won't work

Govt warns industrial consumers against shifting to retail fuel outlets

State-run OMCs are currently absorbing losses of around Rs 550 crore per day on sale of petrol, diesel and domestic LPG

GST cut, phased rollout needed for flex-fuel push: Auto industry to govt

Automakers have urged the government to cut GST on flex-fuel vehicles and adopt a phased rollout strategy to boost FFV adoption in India

West Asia war: Panic buying led to fuel crunch at some pumps, says govt

The government said panic buying and bulk diesel consumers shifting to retail outlets triggered temporary fuel shortages at some petrol pumps

Odisha plans dedicated fuel outlets for trucks, buses amid diesel crunch

Odisha plans dedicated fuel outlets for buses and trucks after transport operators warned of disruptions amid diesel shortages and panic buying across the state

How petrol, diesel price hike will hit your pocket

Petrol and diesel prices have been increased by ₹3 per litre, while CNG rates have also gone up by ₹2 per kg in Delhi and Mumbai.

Shivraj cuts convoy size, pushes work-from-home to save fuel amid crisis

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday reduced his convoy to three vehicles and directed officials to work from home as part of measures to implement Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "seven appeals" for responsible fuel consumption amid the West Asia crisis. Chairing a meeting of officials from the Agriculture and Rural Development ministries, Chouhan asked departments to submit an action plan on work-from-home policy within two days and urged staff to adopt carpooling. He said foreign travel would be undertaken only when absolutely essential and most meetings would be held virtually, an official statement said. Officers and staff were asked to refrain from purchasing non-essential gold and encourage at least five other individuals to do the same. On the agriculture front, the minister announced setting up of a committee in every village to promote balanced use of fertilisers and natural farming on a large scale. Chouhan said edible oils should be used judiciou