The Centre has mandated that from April 1, 2026, all states and Union Territories must sell petrol blended with up to 20% ethanol (E20) and meeting a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95, as per ...

Starting 1 April, petrol sold across Indian states and Union Territories must contain up to 20% ethanol and maintain a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95. While the administration retains the ...

With E20 petrol becoming compulsory from April, here is an exam-oriented explainer covering ethanol blending, Research Octane Number (RON 95), engine compatibility and its relevance for UPSC Prelims ...

From April 1, 2026, India will mandate the nationwide sale of petrol blended with up to 20 percent ethanol and a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95. The government's directive aims to cut ...

The Centre has asked oil marketing companies to sell petrol blended with up to 20% ethanol, meeting a minimum Research Octane Number of 95 across the country from April 1, according to a notification ...

After the Bharat Stage VI emissions norms were implemented in 2020, petrol’s minimum octane rating was upped from an average baseline of 88 RON to 91 RON (Research Octane Number). As of now, regular ...