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Over-speeding caused 82,124 road accidents in India in 2025 as total crashes rose to over 5.13 lakh, Parliament was informed. Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari also highlighted rising electric vehicle adoption, highway maintenance efforts and infrastructure asset monetisation.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approached the Bombay High Court with a defamation suit over alleged AI-generated deepfake videos linking him and his family to the Centre's E20 ethanol policy. He has sought removal of the content and an injunction against its circulation

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari informed the Rajya Sabha that 10,389 km of High-Speed Corridors and Greenfield Expressways have been awarded across India, with 4,809 km completed. Rajasthan tops the state list with 1,340 km of awarded corridors

India recorded over 5.13 lakh road accidents in 2025, claiming 1,83,382 lives at a rate of 21 deaths per hour, Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari told Lok Sabha. He also dismissed widespread engine failure concerns regarding E20 ethanol-blended fueL

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in Delhi and sought early approvals for the Regional Ring Road, Hyderabad-Andhra Pradesh greenfield highway, Mannanur-Srisailam elevated corridor and a six-lane alternative highway connecting Mancherial and Hyderabad

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari urged BRICS nations to strengthen cooperation in building sustainable and resilient transport systems. Addressing the BRICS Transport Ministers' Meeting, he highlighted India's infrastructure achievements and stressed collaboration in green mobility, digital transport and multimodal connectivity

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said hydrogen is the future of the transportation industry as the government conducts pilot trials on 10 routes across India. He also highlighted road safety, alternative fuels, electric buses and infrastructure development as key priorities

Kota is set for a major infrastructure transformation with the proposed Atal Expressway, new highway links and improved connectivity to the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. The projects aim to attract industries, boost logistics, create jobs, strengthen tourism and establish Kota as an economic hub

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said the government is working to allow 15 per cent isobutanol blending in diesel as part of efforts to reduce crude oil imports, promote alternative fuels and strengthen India's transition towards cleaner, self-reliant energy solutions

The rollout of E20 petrol has raised concerns among Hyderabad motorists, with many fearing corrosion and reduced mileage. While mechanics say it is too early to assess long-term effects, several motorists want the option to choose between different fuel blends.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved the use of 100 per cent ethanol fuel to reduce India’s dependence on imported fossil fuels. The government says major automakers are preparing ethanol-compatible vehicles as India accelerates its shift towards cleaner energy sources.

The strategically important Zojila Tunnel achieved a major breakthrough after the final 2.5 metres were blasted through, connecting its two ends. The project will provide year-round connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, reducing travel time from over an hour to just 15 minutes

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari will attend the final breakthrough ceremony of the 13.153-km Zojila Tunnel, marking a major infrastructure milestone. The tunnel will ensure all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, boosting transport, tourism, economic activity, and strategic mobility

Maruti Suzuki India Limited launched India's first flex-fuel car, the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Flex Fuel, capable of running on ethanol-petrol blends from E20 to E100. The launch supports energy security, lower oil imports, reduced emissions, and enhanced opportunities for farmers

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced a phased rollout of up to 5,000 E85 flex-fuel stations by 2027. The project aims to drive ethanol adoption, slash crude imports, and generate ₹12,403 crore for farmers

Maruti Suzuki has launched India’s first flex-fuel passenger car, the WagonR, capable of running on ethanol blends up to 100%. The move supports India’s clean mobility push, with government backing to reduce emissions and promote alternative fuels like biofuels and hydrogen

India on Friday launched its first Multi-Lane Free Flow barrier-less tolling system at Gujarat’s Choryasi toll plaza on NH-48. The automated system uses ANPR and FASTag technology to enable seamless toll collection, reduce congestion, improve fuel efficiency and modernise highway infrastructure

The Centre has proposed amendments to motor vehicle rules to allow higher ethanol and biodiesel blends, including E100 and B100 fuels. The move aims to promote cleaner energy use, reduce fossil fuel imports and support India’s long-term energy self-reliance and sustainability goals

Nitin Gadkari urged India to move toward 100% ethanol blending, citing energy security risks from West Asia and high oil imports, while promoting green hydrogen and biofuels as part of a self-reliant clean energy transition

India will roll out E20 ethanol-blended petrol nationwide from April 1, 2026. While the move aims to reduce oil imports and emissions, concerns remain over fuel efficiency, vehicle compatibility, environmental impact and pressure on ethanol supply chains.