A new IISD report reveals India's clean energy subsidies rose sharply to Rs 32,000 crore in FY24, narrowing the gap with fossil fuel support. Non-fossil capacity now exceeds 50%, but PSU spending remains skewed.
Delhi Minister Saurabh Sirsa announces a strict rule: vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate will be denied fuel at pumps starting December 18. Owners have one day to comply.
Delhi Pollution Control Committee mandates all eateries to switch to clean fuel tandoors. The ban, under the Air Act, aims to curb emissions as AQI remains poor. Read details.
India's wholesale inflation remained in deflationary territory for the second consecutive month in June 2024 at -0.26%, driven by falling food and fuel prices. Read the full analysis of the economic implications.
Ahmedabad police arrested two men for siphoning aviation turbine fuel from a parked tanker. 780 litres worth ₹60,000 were recovered. Read the full details of the raid.
MNRE clarifies it hasn't asked lenders to stop financing renewable projects. India hits 50% non-fossil fuel capacity target early. Read the full story for details on solar manufacturing growth.
Residents of Kabul decry a 50% surge in coal prices amid harsh winter, blaming middlemen and corruption despite Afghanistan's vast domestic reserves. Read more.
Karnataka government experts counter public concerns, stating ethanol-blended petrol does not reduce vehicle efficiency or mileage. Learn the facts about E20 fuel compatibility.
Russia delivers first nuclear fuel batch for Kudankulam Unit 3, with President Putin pledging uninterrupted energy shipments to India despite Western sanctions. Read the full details.
US President Donald Trump has approved domestic production of 'tiny cars', calling them safe, cheap, and fuel-efficient. Read the latest details on this automotive push.
Essential UPSC insights for Dec 5: IndiGo's flight chaos due to new pilot rules, Modi-Putin strategic talks, the critical delay of Census 2027, and the push for flex-fuel vehicles. Stay exam-ready.
Russia guarantees fuel supply for Kudankulam's lifetime, ships first batch for Unit 3. Putin proposes deeper collaboration on SMRs and floating stations, boosting India's clean energy security.
In New Delhi, Putin defends India's Russian oil buys, citing US nuclear fuel imports from Russia. A geopolitical shockwave hits Washington. Read the full analysis.
The Indian rupee's historic fall past ₹90 against the dollar is set to make fuel, food, travel, and imports costlier. Experts warn of job market impact and imported inflation. Learn how it affects you.
Russia's Rosatom has delivered a fresh batch of nuclear fuel to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, ensuring uninterrupted power generation. Read more about this crucial energy partnership.
Delhi Crime Branch arrests mastermind Swaran Singh Sardar for a sophisticated fuel theft operation targeting HPCL pipelines using tunnels and valves. Details inside.
Delhi Police arrests two men for a sophisticated diesel theft operation spanning Rajasthan, Haryana & Delhi. The racket used rented houses & hidden tunnels to siphon fuel. Read the full investigation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, during his India visit, defended energy cooperation with New Delhi, highlighting US purchases of Russian nuclear fuel. He accused 'certain actors' of trying to curb India's global role.
Toyota urges India to incentivize ethanol-powered flex-fuel hybrids, arguing they are cleaner than EVs in a full lifecycle analysis. The push is backed by the sugar industry.
Toyota's India head calls for tax breaks and cheaper pricing for flex fuel vehicles, arguing they are the next logical step after E20, not higher ethanol blends. Learn about the challenges and the proposed roadmap.
ESL Steel Limited inks pact with Indian Oil for Piped Natural Gas supply to its Bokaro steel plant, marking a major shift towards cleaner fuel and sustainable operations. Read more.
The US has granted a temporary exemption for Lukoil-branded fuel stations outside Russia until April 2026. This move comes as Indian refiners cut purchases of sanctioned Russian crude, with imports expected to plummet.
Hyundai Motor Group unveiled its complete hydrogen ecosystem, from production to mobility, at the World Hydrogen Expo in Korea, aiming to accelerate a global hydrogen society. Discover their vision for clean energy.
Himachal Pradesh MLAs raised urgent public issues like fuel-wood shortage in Lahaul & Spiti, Aadhaar correction delays, and medical college upgradation during the Winter Session's Zero Hour. Speaker directs action.
The Indian government has clarified that E20 fuel does not compromise vehicle durability or efficiency, addressing public concerns. Learn the facts about ethanol blending.
Uttar Pradesh power consumers face a record fuel surcharge of 5.56% in December, drawing criticism over Rs 51,000 crore consumer surplus. Consumer groups plan to challenge the UPPCL move.
State oil firms slash commercial LPG cylinder price by Rs 10, offering relief to hotels & restaurants. However, ATF prices rise 5.4%, increasing airline operating costs. Details inside.
Putin arrives in New Delhi for 23rd India-Russia summit with Modi. Leaders to discuss nuclear fuel cycle cooperation and Small Modular Reactors. Read full details.
Check today's petrol and diesel prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai. Learn about daily fuel price revision system and factors affecting rates. Stay informed!
India's Agriculture Ministry calls for transition to green fuel-based farm technologies to reduce emissions and fuel costs. Industry leaders commit to sustainable solutions.