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Topic: Fuel

Chicago firm’s thorium nuclear fuel leap & export nod could ‘give new life to US-India 123 Agreement’

Clean Core Thorium Energy was granted an export licence last week to commercialise the fuel based in thorium, of which India has vast reserves. Firm is now looking for regulatory approvals.

A Bengaluru startup is making space travel greener; co-founder says ‘fuel of the future’ is here

Bellatrix Aerospace co-founder Yashas Karanam says the company aims to promote green & sustainable space technology and has developed a non-toxic fuel, Rudra 1N.

Air India crash spotlights 2018 advisory on Boeing switches installed with locking feature disengaged

According to AAIB's preliminary report on the crash, the 2018 Federal Aviation Administration Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin had highlighted the issue to Boeing as well.

Delhi govt does U-turn on ‘fuel ban policy’, asks CAQM to put ‘premature implementation’ on hold

Delhi environment minister in his letter to CAQM said until the technological challenges are addressed and system is integrated with nearby states, the fuel ban should be paused.

How a jet fuel theft syndicate ran for yrs, till a 72,000-litre haul was seized from a godown in Delhi

The syndicate was stealing aviation turbine fuel bound for Delhi airport and selling it in the open market as mineral turpentine oil.

India to drive growth in oil demand till 2030, transport fuels main reason

International Energy Agency says India's oil demand will be driven by diesel/gasoil requirements in contrast to the rest of the world, where EV boom will lead to lower demand.

Centre plans to extend restrictions on fuel export beyond March

The govt mandated that companies sell the equivalent of 50% of their gasoline exports and 30% of their diesel exports domestically in current fiscal year to 31 March.

How Modi govt’s Hydrogen push will be driven by the auto sector

You need to understand technology and software to change a car’s character. But as an automotive writer, I increasingly find myself delving into chemistry.

India headed for steep fuel price hike after state polls end next month, Deloitte says

Oil companies are expected to increase prices by Rs 8-9 a litre to make up for a shortfall in sale price by 10 March, according to Deloitte.

Boris Johnson’s biggest competence test since Brexit and Covid — fuel shortage

So far, the UK government’s response to fuel shortages has consisted of denials and shortsighted fixes. The government needs to look at longer-term solutions.

On Camera

How Nehru defended restrictions on freedom of speech and the press

On 29 May 1951, Jawaharlal Nehru defended adding 'reasonable restrictions' to Article 19, arguing that free speech must be balanced with national security and unity.

Andhra proposes Rs 100-cr wealth fund, eyes Norway-style sovereign fund model to drive growth

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav presented a Rs 3.32 lakh crore budget for 2026–27 in the assembly Saturday.

Australian amphibian aircraft firm eyes Indian civil & military market, ties up with Apogee Aerospace

Aligning with India's push to promote inter-coastal air connectivity, Apogee has ordered 15 seaplanes in a deal valued at Rs 3,500 crore.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.