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Modi’s ethanol push comes under pressure as motorists protest
India met its target of blending 20 ethanol into gasoline five years ahead of schedule in 2025 and is evaluating a further increase in the mandate
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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.
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.
OneIndia
· Jul 11, 2026
Are Your Rising Fuel Bills Due To E20 Petrol? Kejriwal Confronts Government Over Vehicle Complaints
Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal has stepped into the growing public debate over E20 petrol, saying vehicle owners in Delhi complained to him about lower mileage and mechanical trouble after using ethanol-blended fuel. His remarks add a political edge
The West Australian
· Jun 27, 2026
Heat on drug-drive laws as study finds cannabis misuse
Reforms that would allow drivers in NSW to get behind the wheel with small amounts of cannabis in their system are facing strong criticism on safety grounds.
Brisbane Times
· Jun 29, 2026
Motorists urged to fill up before excise relief ends
Drivers are bracing for fuel price hikes as the excise relief is due to end.
KTLA 5
· Jun 30, 2026
California gas tax increasing again ahead of July 4 travel rush
California drivers can expect more pain at the pump next week as the state’s gas tax, already the highest in the nation, is set to increase again. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1
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Related coverage for "Modi’s ethanol push comes under pressure as motorists protest": RTÉ News — Excise duty decision due to 'people power', says Tóibín. Bloomberg — Modi’s Flagship Biofuel Push Faces Backlash From Motorists. OneIndia — Are Your Rising Fuel Bills Due To E20 Petrol? Kejriwal Confronts Government Over Vehicle Complaints. The West Australian — Heat on drug-drive laws as study finds cannabis misuse. Brisbane Times — Motorists urged to fill up before excise relief ends. KTLA 5 — California gas tax increasing again ahead of July 4 travel rush