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Hardeep Singh Puri announces rollout of 5,000 E85 fuel outlets across India

Hardeep Singh Puri announces rollout of 5,000 E85 fuel outlets across India

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India will begin rolling out up to 100 E85 fuel dispensing stations across key urban corridors, including the National Capital Region (NCR), Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur, as part of a phased expansion plan to promote flex-fuel adoption in the country, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Thursday. Speaking at the launch of the Maruti Suzuki WagonR Flex Fuel, Puri said that E85, a fuel blend containing up to 85 per cent ethanol, has been identified as the mono-fuel standard for flex-fuel vehicles under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) specifications, IANS reported.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Global oil shock pushes fuel prices higher; petrol, diesel and CNG rates hiked across India

Global oil shock pushes fuel prices higher; petrol, diesel and CNG rates hiked across India

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Petrol and diesel prices were increased by more than Rs 3 per litre across the country on Friday as state-run oil marketing companies (OMCs) struggled with rising losses amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia and a sharp surge in global crude oil prices, reported IANS. The revised fuel prices came into effect immediately. In Delhi, petrol prices rose by Rs 3.14 per litre, taking the retail rate to Rs 97.77 per litre. Diesel prices were also raised by Rs 3.11 per litre, reported IANS. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

RBI chief says fuel prices may go up in India if war continues

RBI chief says fuel prices may go up in India if war continues

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RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that if the Middle East conflict continues, India may be forced to raise petrol and diesel prices due to the soaring cost of crude oil in the global market. The RBI Governor highlighted that rising energy prices due to the Iran war are testing India’s flexible inflation targeting, necessitating potential policy intervention by the Reserve Bank. The central bank’s next monetary policy meeting is slated for June 5, when it will take a call on key interest rates, which it has left untouched to promote economic growth. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

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Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri On Tuesday assured that there is no fuel supply issue and said the government has ramped up LPG production from 35,000-36,000 tonnes/day to 54,000 tonnes amid West Asia conflict. Speaking at the CII Annual Business Summit, Puri said there is no LPG supply issue and the country has 69 days of crude oil, LNG stock and 45 days of LPG stock.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Hardeep Puri, Patil expected at 1st South Gujarat Vibrant Gujarat in Surat | Ahmedabad News

Hardeep Puri, Patil expected at 1st South Gujarat Vibrant Gujarat in Surat | Ahmedabad News

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UNION Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri and Jal Shakti Minister C R Patil are expected to attend the third edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference focussing on the south Gujarat region on Friday Spanning over 12,000 sq metres, at AURO University, the exhibitions alongside the conference will feature a Japan country pavilion, a technology pavilion, a tribal haat and over 30 start-up stalls, a government statement said.. Surat will host the first of the 2-day VGRC while the exhibition will be on till May 5. A  special reverse buyer-seller meet will be convened at the VGRC (South Gujarat), set to be organised by the state government in association with the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO). The conference will focus on the state’s progress and investment opportunities in areas like infrastructure, transportation and modern technology, a statement issued on Thursday said. As part of this initiative, FIEO has invited over 45 foreign buyers from 15 countries, including the UK, Australia,  UAE, Singapore, Japan, Rwanda, Russia, Romania, Germany, Ukraine, Kenya, Uganda, …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah flags LPG supply crisis to Centre, seeks urgent relief

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah flags LPG supply crisis to Centre, seeks urgent relief

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Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah has asked the Union government to intervene in what he described as a deepening shortage of commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in Bengaluru, warning that the disruption is already forcing businesses to shut and could ripple across key sectors dependent on the city’s hospitality industry. The chief minister flagged the mismatch between supply and demand, particularly affecting restaurants. (Facebook photo) In a letter dated March 18 to Union minister for petroleum and natural gas Hardeep Singh Puri, the chief minister flagged the mismatch between supply and demand, particularly affecting restaurants, hotels and catering services. According to the letter, the city’s daily requirement stands at about 50,000 commercial cylinders, while supply has fallen to roughly 1,000 cylinders per day. The shortfall, Siddaramaiah wrote, follows recent policy directions that have prioritised LPG distribution to domestic consumers. While acknowledging the importance of household supply, he cautioned that the shift has triggered unintended consequences for commercial users. “As a result, there has been a visible increase in shutting down of establishments due to non-availability of …

HC directs removal of content linking Union Minister Hardeep Puri’s daughter to Jeffrey Epstein| India News

HC directs removal of content linking Union Minister Hardeep Puri’s daughter to Jeffrey Epstein| India News

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New Delhi, The Delhi High Court on Tuesday directed removal of social media content linking Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri’s daughter to convicted American sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 24 hours. HC directs removal of content linking Union Minister Hardeep Puri’s daughter to Jeffrey Epstein Justice Mini Pushkarna also restrained several users from publishing, circulating or disseminating such content on social media platforms in any manner. The judge, who was hearing a lawsuit by Himayani Puri, clarified that if the social media users did not remove the posts, the platforms shall take down or block access to such content. The court observed that Himayani Puri has a prima facie case in her favour and she will suffer irreparable injury if interim relief was not granted. “Consequently, till the next date of hearing, the following directions are issued,” the court said, while listing the case for further hearing in August. Senior advocate Mahesh Jethmalani, appearing for the plaintiff, said she has a “global reputation” to protect as a finance professional and that the allegations against her …

Narendra Modi Reviews LPG Supplies Amid Iran Conflict with Puri and Jaishankar | India News

Narendra Modi Reviews LPG Supplies Amid Iran Conflict with Puri and Jaishankar | India News

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Last Updated:March 10, 2026, 15:08 IST The discussions focused on ensuring the uninterrupted availability of cooking gas amid global energy volatility.  File photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Hardeep Puri. (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a meeting with Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to review LPG supplies and assess potential disruptions arising from the ongoing Iran war. First Published: March 10, 2026, 15:01 IST News india PM Modi Reviews LPG Situation With Oil And External Affairs Ministers Amid Iran Conflict Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Read More Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

‘Ease Of Business’: Hardeep Singh Puri Unveils Overhaul Of Petroleum And Natural Gas Rules, 2025 | India News

‘Ease Of Business’: Hardeep Singh Puri Unveils Overhaul Of Petroleum And Natural Gas Rules, 2025 | India News

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Last Updated:December 12, 2025, 07:41 IST Hardeep Singh Puri announced major amendments to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Rules, 2025, aimed at easing business operations and strengthening India’s energy infrastructure. Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri (File photo/PTI) Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Thursday announced a sweeping set of amendments to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Rules, 2025, describing the move as a major step toward enhancing ease of doing business and strengthening India’s domestic hydrocarbons ecosystem. In an X post, the Minister wrote that India “continues to strengthen the infrastructure for domestic exploration and production of hydrocarbons as we move ahead towards achieving energy security under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi”. Calling the amendments a “landmark moment”, Puri outlined a comprehensive overhaul of procedures, rights and compliance requirements governing petroleum leases. According to Puri, one of the most significant changes is the expansion of the rights available under a single petroleum lease. “With broader spectrum of rights under one petroleum lease, the …

‘Tell Him To Jump In Water’: Hardeep Puri Responds To Bilawal Bhutto’s ‘Blood’ Threat To India On IWT

‘Tell Him To Jump In Water’: Hardeep Puri Responds To Bilawal Bhutto’s ‘Blood’ Threat To India On IWT

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Last Updated:April 26, 2025, 17:51 IST Hardeep Singh Puri has hit back at Pakistani leader Bilawal Bhutto over his “blood” threat against India over the Indus Waters Treaty suspension. Pahalgam terror attack: Hardeep Puri hits back at Bilawal Bhutto (PTI, AP Images) Pakistani leader Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s “blood” remark on India’s bold move to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack has drawn a sharp response from Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. Zardari, while addressing a public meeting in Sukkur, Pakistan’s Sindh province on Friday, threatened India with “blood” if the treaty was not followed. “The Indus is ours and will remain ours — either our water will flow through it, or their blood,” he said. Hardeep Puri Reacts Reacting to the Pakistani leader’s remarks, Puri said, “I heard his statement. Tell him to jump somewhere in water. Well, how will he when there will be no water? Do not dignify such statements. They will get to understand that”. #WATCH | Mohali | On #Pahalgamterrorattack, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri says, “The Pahalgam …