The Petroleum Ministry said E20 petrol may lower fuel economy by 3–5 per cent in some vehicles but offers cleaner combustion, better performance and lower emissions. It maintained extensive testing confirmed vehicle compatibility before nationwide implementation of the ethanol-blending programme
The Petroleum Ministry said India’s ethanol blending programme began in 2001 and evolved through years of policy, testing and consultations. It rejected claims of a rushed E20 rollout, highlighting expanded production, industry support, quality standards and strict monitoring against fuel adulteration
The Petroleum Ministry has defended India's E20 ethanol programme, stating that the transition followed more than two decades of policy development, testing and stakeholder consultations. It rejected claims of a rushed rollout and urged consumers to ignore misinformation about ethanol-blended fuel.
The Centre has withdrawn most emergency natural gas supply regulations after LNG shipments through the Strait of Hormuz resumed following a West Asia ceasefire, easing supply concerns and restoring normal energy operations across the country
The government has lifted all restrictions on non-domestic packed LPG supplies and partially restored bulk LPG distribution after improvements in global supply conditions. The move follows easing tensions in West Asia and is expected to provide significant relief to industrial and commercial consumers
The Centre signed a tripartite MoU with Assam and Nagaland to boost oil and gas exploration in the Northeast. The agreement aims to attract investment, enhance hydrocarbon production, generate employment, strengthen infrastructure, and unlock the region's untapped energy potential
The Petroleum Ministry said PSU oil companies are absorbing Rs 550 crore in daily losses by not fully passing global fuel price hikes to consumers. The government also warned against diversion of retail fuel supplies and assured adequate petrol and diesel availability nationwide
The government said India has adequate petrol, diesel and LPG stocks despite panic buying in some states. Officials attributed temporary dryouts at fuel stations to sudden demand spikes, agricultural consumption and consumers shifting from costlier private retailers to PSU-operated pumps
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said over 53.5 lakh LPG cylinders were delivered in a day, with 98% bookings digital. Supplies remain stable despite global tensions, ensuring uninterrupted fuel availability for households and priority sectors
Online LPG bookings have reached 95 per cent with stable supply across India, as the government boosts DAC-based deliveries and refinery output. Citizens have been urged to avoid panic buying and use digital booking amid ongoing supply monitoring
The union government registered about 186 per cent increase in its earnings from the petroleum sector between 2014-15 and 2021-22. The Centre's unjust policy to collect more revenue through cess rather than the form of taxes, has resulted in the States' revenue increasing by only 75 per cent
The AFCONS-led consortium is working closely with ONGC, Petroleum Ministry, Indian Navy, Coast Guard, and DG (Shipping) to coordinate the rescue efforts.
