Delhi's record 8.16 lakh vehicle sales in 2025 reveal a worrying trend: 7.2 lakh were private, petrol-dependent vehicles, overshadowing public transport growth. Experts warn of worsening congestion and air quality. Read the full analysis.
Odisha govt extends deadline for mandatory Pollution Certificates to March 31. 'No PUCC, No Petrol' rule to be strictly enforced from April 1. Get your vehicle tested now to avoid fines.
Delhi's record 8.16 lakh vehicle sales in 2025 are driven by private petrol vehicles, worsening congestion & pollution. Experts call for stronger EV push & public transport. Read more.
Odisha govt extends PUCC deadline to March 31. Strict 'No PUCC, No Petrol' enforcement starts April 1. Get your pollution certificate now to avoid fines up to Rs 20,000.
December 2025 capped off a thrilling year for India's auto market with key launches like the new Kia Seltos, Mini Cooper Convertible, and petrol Tata SUVs. Discover the top debuts here.
A major Rs 450-crore ethanol project in Hanumangarh is set to relocate to Madhya Pradesh following intense farmer protests over pollution fears. The move halts a key investment in Rajasthan's green fuel sector. Read the full story.
Armed robbers targeted a petrol pump in Jalandhar's Basti Bawa Khel, escaping with Rs 44,000. Police are investigating the daring late-night heist. Read for details.
A young man in Jalandhar sustains 40% burns after a fire erupts during refuelling. The incident occurred at a pump on Nakodar Road. Read about the safety lapse and ongoing investigation.
Visakhapatnam police will deny petrol to helmetless bikers from 2026, aiming to reduce road fatalities. Over 50% of AP's 2023 road deaths were two-wheeler riders. Read the full plan.
Odisha govt cancels 42 fake pollution test centre licences after fraud probe. Additional Transport Commissioner Deeptiranjan Patra files cyber police complaint. Vehicle owners can report issues on toll-free 18003451073.
Delhi Environment Minister announces permanent PUCC fuel ban & BS6 entry rules to combat severe air pollution. AQI hits 390, very poor category. Details on new e-waste park & water body revival.
Explore the story of 87-year-old Karfule, Mumbai's last surviving Art Deco petrol pump in Ballard Estate. A heritage landmark built in 1938, run by three generations of the Sequeira family. Discover its history and architectural significance now!
VHP, Bajrang Dal members threaten Pune petrol pump owner Kavya Ladkat over employees wearing Christmas hats. Police register non-cognizable offence. Details inside.
India's petrol pump network has doubled since 2015, crossing 100,000 outlets. State-run firms lead the expansion, boosting rural and highway access. Discover the details of this massive growth.
India's petrol pump network has doubled in ten years, crossing 1 lakh outlets. This makes it the world's third-largest retail fuel network. Discover the details and implications of this massive growth.
A stolen car in Chennai was recovered after police used the owner's phone GPS. Two men arrested. Read how technology helped crack the case.
Motorists in Bhubaneswar faced a chaotic day as the e-challan payment portal crashed. Long queues formed at traffic police stations, forcing many to take leave from work to clear pending fines offline. Read more about the ordeal and the government's respo
As ethanol blending hits 20%, India's petrol price breakdown hides key facts. We explore the dual tax system, hidden costs, and why transparent pricing for blended fuel is crucial for consumers and policy. #Ethanol #PetrolPrices
A woman in Gorakhpur was doused with petrol by bike-borne assailants near a Jan Seva Kendra. Police are investigating the 'suspicious' attack. Read for details.
We test the new 1.5-litre Turbo Hyperion petrol engine in the updated Tata Safari and Harrier. Is it worth buying? Find out the key hits and misses here.
Delhi and Gurgaon crack down on pollution violators: 20,808 PUCC challans issued, 612 industries face closure, and 1,081 challans in Gurgaon. Authorities intensify GRAP-IV enforcement.
Tata Motors expands Harrier & Safari with a new 170 PS turbo-petrol engine and major tech upgrades like a 14.5-inch QLED screen. Explore the new petrol SUV options.
A 47-year-old petrol pump manager in Gurgaon's Sidhrawali was run over and killed by a private bus late Saturday. The driver fled. Police have registered a case. Read the full details.
Manipur faces a severe fuel crisis as petrol pump dealers warn of a statewide shutdown over bomb threats and extortion. Read about the urgent security concerns and potential impact.
Odisha mandates 'No PUC, No Fuel' to fight vehicular pollution as AQI hits 177. Delhi's campaign sees 61,000 PUCCs issued in 24 hours. Dense fog alerts prompt road safety warnings.
Two former employees of a Hyderabad petrol pump booked for allegedly siphoning ₹88.6 lakh over 16 months via digital payment fraud. Police probe underway.
Delhi woke up to toxic smog with AQI reaching 429 in 'severe' category. GRAP Stage-IV restrictions, including construction ban, are now in force. Over 60,000 PUCCs issued in a day.
Delhi's enforcement drive against non-compliant vehicles intensifies. 419 cars turned away, 374 fined on Day 2. Police manage to avert major traffic snarls despite rigorous checks. Read the latest updates.
On the second day of Delhi's strict traffic curbs, challans dropped significantly as awareness grew. Officials report more drivers now carry valid PUCC, and non-BS-VI vehicles are being turned back at borders.
Delhi and UP Police fined multiple vehicles Rs 20,000 each for violating BS-VI norms at key borders. Some were let off with warnings. Read the full details of the enforcement drive.