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The ministry released cross-country comparisons to underscore its argument- the effective Ujjwala price of Rs 642 for the first four…

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Govt may mandate isobutanol-blended diesel: How will it impact your car?

By the end of 2026, India may mandate blending isobutanol with diesel to reduce the country’s oil import bill and…

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West Asia crisis hits India's fuel economics
West Asia crisis hits India’s fuel economics: Government loses Rs 14,000 cr after fuel duty cuts

On March 27, the Centre reduced excise duty by Rs 10 per litre on both petrol and diesel after crude…

May 25, 2026 19:29 IST
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The latest increase in petrol and diesel prices is largely being driven by volatility in global crude oil markets amid…

Updated: May 23, 2026 08:11 IST
Iran war impact: India cuts export duties on petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel from June 1
Fuel prices up nearly Rs 4/litre in 5 days; OMC losses still persist

Petrol and diesel prices were hiked again by around 90 paise per litre, taking the cumulative increase to nearly Rs…

May 19, 2026 18:20 IST
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No fuel price hike planned: Govt reassures public amid Iran war supply concerns

India fuel prices update: Govt says no plan to raise petrol, diesel rates despite West Asia crisis. LPG, PNG supply…

April 28, 2026 17:26 IST
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According to the report shared by Kotak Institutional Equities, disruptions in crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz amid the…

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India opens 80,228 sq km for oil and gas exploration; ONGC starts new gas output

Petroleum minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the move reflects a renewed push to unlock domestic resources. “With OALP Round-XI now…

March 31, 2026 00:21 IST
Petrol-Diesel Prices Today on March 30: Check rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and 11 other cities
Petrol-Diesel Prices on March 30: Check rates in Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and 11 other cities

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Govt lets petrol pumps sell kerosene for 60 days to tackle shortages
Kerosene now available at petrol pumps: Centre fast-tracks supply to households amid global energy crunch

The notification said the government has the power under the Petroleum Act, 1934, and its 2002 updates, to give exemptions…

March 30, 2026 06:53 IST
No toll on Hormuz transit; India steps up LPG loading amid crisis

India ramps up LPG loading and supply measures amid Hormuz disruptions, while government dismisses claims of transit levy as baseless…

March 25, 2026 01:01 IST
Strategic oil reserves for just six days; funds underspent

India’s strategic oil reserves cover just six days as underspending and delays hit expansion, raising concerns over energy security amid…

March 25, 2026 00:19 IST
LPG crisis: PNG connection holders cannot keep LPG cylinders anymore; panic booking rises 60%
LPG crisis in India grows: Govt bars PNG connection holders from keeping gas cylinders; panic booking rises 60%

According to the ministry, the new rule also prevents government oil companies from giving new LPG connections or refilling cylinders…

March 15, 2026 07:23 IST
Petrol, diesel prices March 10: Check rates today in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and 13 other cities
Petrol, diesel prices March 10: Check rates today in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and 13 other cities

India imports a large portion of its crude requirements, which means the value of the rupee against the US dollar…

March 10, 2026 08:02 IST
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In a ‘historic first’ India to buy 10% of its LPG import from US in one year deal: Hardeep Puri

India secures its first long-term US LPG import deal, boosting energy security and affordability for households—learn more about this milestone.

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The Ministry said Ethanol Blending is a national programme and some are seeking to derail it by “fomenting fear and…

August 12, 2025 19:39 IST
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Ethanol-blended petrol safe for vehicles, assures Government; says claims of vehicle harm ‘unfounded’

Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) also confirmed that E20-compliant vehicles began rolling out in April 2023.

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India’s Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has introduced the Draft Petroleum & Natural Gas Rules, 2025, a landmark reform…

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