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Modi’s Biofuel Push Comes Under Pressure as Motorists Protest
Indian motorists will gather in New Delhi on Sunday, in the first major protest against a flagship biofuel program intended to reduce crude imports and support farm incomes.
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RTÉ News
· Jun 30, 2026
Excise duty decision due to 'people power', says Tóibín
The Government's decision to extend the excise duty cut to diesel and petrol was a result of people power pressure and the protests seen earlier this year, Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín has said.
MyJoyOnline
· Jul 8, 2026
India is adding biofuels to petrol – but many drivers are unhappy
India's decision to increase the share of biofuels blended with petrol is facing ire from motorists who question its viability in a market where a majority of vehicles are not yet designed for it.
Bloomberg
· Jul 5, 2026
Modi’s Flagship Biofuel Push Faces Backlash From Motorists
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flagship biofuels campaign is facing rare public opposition, with protesters taking to the streets on Sunday against an ethanol blend that the government hopes will cut crude imports, but which motorists say means extra costs and engine damage.
Radio New Zealand
· Jun 26, 2026
Chris Bishop turns down easing truck weight restrictions
The pressure has amped up during the fuel crisis, with the industry arguing the move would mean they took fewer trips and used less fuel.
OpIndia
· Jul 1, 2026
How a war between Israel and Arab nations more than 50 years ago had pushed Brazil to blend Ethanol with Petrol, with India and others getting inspired
India’s mandatory shift to E20 petrol has sparked debate over vehicle mileage and engine safety. While car owners express concern, the government defends the rollout as a highly strategic, decades-old national policy modeled after Brazil to slash oil imports and boost rural economies.
Eunews
· Jul 7, 2026
Cars: the EU Parliament reaffirms its support for electric mobility
The plenary debate has seen approval to supporting the development of eco-friendly four-wheeled vehicles. The EPP is calling for flexibility and biofuels, whilst the Socialists are focusing on the second-hand market. Conservatives and sovereigntists have voiced criticism, and the Greens have attacked Volkswagen.
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Related coverage for "Modi’s Biofuel Push Comes Under Pressure as Motorists Protest": RTÉ News — Excise duty decision due to 'people power', says Tóibín. MyJoyOnline — India is adding biofuels to petrol – but many drivers are unhappy. Bloomberg — Modi’s Flagship Biofuel Push Faces Backlash From Motorists. Radio New Zealand — Chris Bishop turns down easing truck weight restrictions. OpIndia — How a war between Israel and Arab nations more than 50 years ago had pushed Brazil to blend Ethanol with Petrol, with India and others getting inspired. Eunews — Cars: the EU Parliament reaffirms its support for electric mobility