NEW DELHI: Petroleum and natural gas ministry on Friday said that E20 petrol is currently costlier to produce than pure petrol at prevailing global crude oil prices, but maintained that the ethanol blending programme has helped protect Indian consumers from volatile international oil prices while improving the country's long-term energy security.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari challenged critics to name any car facing issues with E20 petrol. He stated that India's fossil fuel dependence is an economic and environmental…

Petroleum minister Hardeep Puri said the government was not rushing the decision on E25, adding that tests on the blended fuel were underway. | India News

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri dismissed reports of E20 fuel issues as misrepresentation. He stated that automobile manufacturers and consumers have accepted the E20 ethanol…

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the government is not rushing the decision to roll out E25 petrol.

E10 vs E20 petrol difference explained: As India embraces E20 petrol, many car owners are apprehensive about the potential impact on their vehicles' performance and longevity.…

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Ethanol blending shields Indian consumers from volatile global oil prices. This program reduces dependence on imported crude oil significantly. It also strengthens the country's…

NEW DELHI: Petroleum and natural gas ministry on Friday said that E20 petrol is currently costlier to produce than pure petrol at prevailing global crude oil prices, but…

The government acknowledges E20 fuel's minor fuel economy reduction. This impact is outweighed by benefits like better engine performance and lower emissions. India's ethanol…

E20 fuel may reduce mileage by 3-5% but offers cleaner combustion and significant energy security benefits, says Oil Ministry.

‘It is true’ that fuel economy in some vehicles may be reduced 3% to 5%, said the petroleum ministry.

Seeking to clarify the goals and usage implications of ethanol-blended petrol, the government has come out with a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). The move comes amid…