ECONOMY
E20 Petrol Meets Quality Norms, Say OMCs After Nationwide Testing
State-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) on Friday said an intensive nationwide testing drive has found no evidence to support recent claims of excessive chloride or moisture contamination in E20 petrol, reaffirming that the fuel supplied across the country remains well within prescribed quality standards. The clarification follows media reports alleging the presence of moisture and […]
CW Bureau
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Aug 7, 2026
GENERAL
Cabinet Clears ₹10,000 Cr Fuel Aid For Airlines Amid West Asia Turmoil
In a major relief measure for India’s aviation sector, the Union Cabinet has approved a one-time budgetary support of up to ₹10,000 crore for oil marketing companies (OMCs) to provide aviation turbine fuel (ATF) price stabilisation support to scheduled Indian airlines. The move comes amid heightened fuel price volatility triggered by the ongoing West Asia […]
CW Bureau
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Jun 3, 2026
GENERAL
Petroleum Ministry Expands Supply Of 5 Kg LPG Cylinders For Migrants
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) has significantly enhanced the availability of 5 kg Free Trade LPG (FTL) cylinders to ensure seamless and affordable access to clean cooking fuel for migrant workers and vulnerable communities across the country. The move aims to improve last-mile access to clean cooking fuel. In a proactive step, the […]
CW Bureau
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Apr 11, 2026
