
Electric vehicles now account for 8.26% of all vehicle registrations, up sharply from 0.71% in FY20. The government is accelerating the rollout of public charging stations and highway EV infrastructure.

Electric vehicles now account for 8.26% of all vehicle registrations, up sharply from 0.71% in FY20. The government is accelerating the rollout of public charging stations and highway EV infrastructure.

The Centre has confirmed that it is currently testing E-25 petrol but has ruled out any immediate plans for its commercial launch until extensive scientific evaluations and safety assessments are completed.

Gadkari Defends E20 Policy Key Highlights Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has said motorists who do not wish to use E20 ethanol-blended petrol can choose 100% pure petrol, but they will have to pay a higher price. He defended the government’s ethanol blending programme, saying the initiative...

Government Clears Legal Framework for Pure Ethanol Fuel as India Pushes to Reduce Dependence on Imported Fossil Fuels Highlights Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced that the government has finalized regulations permitting the legal use of 100% ethanol fuel in India, marking a significant step toward...

New Delhi, June 4: In a significant step towards promoting cleaner and sustainable mobility solutions, Maruti Suzuki on Thursday unveiled India’s first flex-fuel passenger vehicle, the WagonR Flex Fuel prototype, ahead of World Environment Day, which will be observed on June 5. The unveiling ceremony was attended by Union Minister...

Key Highlights News Summary In a major step toward alternative fuel mobility, Hero MotoCorp is set to launch India’s first motorcycle capable of running on 100% ethanol (E100) on June 3 in New Delhi. The launch marks a significant milestone in India’s efforts to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels...
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