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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1929, Billy Mosforth, English footballer and engraver (born 1857) passed away. In 1934, Engelbert Zaschka of Germany flies his large human-powered aircraft, the Zaschka Human-Power Aircraft, about 20 meters at Berlin Tempelhof Airport without assisted take-off. In 1950, Pervez Hoodbhoy, Pakistani physicist and academic was born. In 1953, Piyasvasti Amranand, Thai businessman and politician, Thai Minister of Energy was born. In 1962, Fumiya Fujii, Japanese music artist was born. In 1980, Tyson Kidd, Canadian wrestler was born. In 1987, Shigeaki Kato, Japanese singer was born. In 1989, Shimanoumi Koyo, Japanese sumo wrestler was born. In 2008, Michael E. DeBakey, American surgeon and educator (born 1908) passed away. In 2014, John Seigenthaler, American journalist and academic (born 1927) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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.
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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.
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jul 5, 2026
CAFE-2 penalties: Bailing out carmakers is against national interest, say industry veterans
This decision could also prompt foreign automakers to import or assemble more gas-guzzling vehicles in India, rather than producing fuel-efficient or low-emission models
The West Australian
· Jun 22, 2026
2027 Renault Megane E-Tech facelift revealed with longer range, sportier look
The facelifted Renault Megane E-Tech boasts a larger battery, one-pedal driving, and a sportier design.
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.
brazilnews.net
· Jul 10, 2026
Govt's ethanol policy backed by 4 years of research, engine damage fears are myths: Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Concerns that ethanol-blended petrol damages vehicle engines are based on myths and not supported by technical evidence, according to Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association (GEMA) President Chandra Kumar Jain, who asserts that the government's ethanol blending policy was implemented only after four years of detailed research and testing.Speaking with ANI, Jain said people shoul
NDTV
· Jul 4, 2026
Maruti, Toyota Reassure Customers On E20 Fuel: No Rise In Engine Wear, Insurance Claims
On complaints occasionally raised by motorists using E20, both manufacturers pointed to fuel contamination as a more likely explanation.
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Related coverage for "Modi’s Flagship Biofuel Push Faces Backlash From Motorists": MyJoyOnline — India is adding biofuels to petrol – but many drivers are unhappy. The Hindu BusinessLine — CAFE-2 penalties: Bailing out carmakers is against national interest, say industry veterans. The West Australian — 2027 Renault Megane E-Tech facelift revealed with longer range, sportier look. Brisbane Times — Motorists urged to fill up before excise relief ends. brazilnews.net — Govt's ethanol policy backed by 4 years of research, engine damage fears are myths: Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association . NDTV — Maruti, Toyota Reassure Customers On E20 Fuel: No Rise In Engine Wear, Insurance Claims