E100 Fuel Framework: Paving the Way for Ethanol-Only vahicle

   ​The E100 framework marks a significant expansion from India's ongoing ethanol-blending program, which has primarily focused on E20 (20% ethanol) adoption. Because pure ethanol behaves differently than traditional petrol, standard vehicles on the road today cannot simply switch to E100. It requires dedicated "flex-fuel" engines with upgraded fuel lines, injectors, and engine calibrations to handle ethanol's unique combustion and corrosive properties. 

  In a major step toward alternative energy and energy independence, the Indian government has officially approved the regulatory framework for 100% ethanol (E100) fuel. Announced recently by Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, the move establishes the legal foundation for automakers and fuel retailers to commercially deploy vehicles powered entirely by domestically produced ethanol

Death toll reached to 30 in brutal crackdown by Pakistani forces in PoJK in past days

 ​Ongoing protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) have intensified, spreading from Rawalakot to Mirpur amid allegations that Pakistani security forces fired on civilians. Authorities face mounting accusations of inciting violence, conducting mass arrests, and enforcing a severe internet blackout to isolate the region.

​In response, Amnesty International has demanded an independent investigation into the alleged use of lethal force. Isabelle Lassee, Amnesty’s Acting Regional Director for South Asia, urged Pakistan to immediately restore communication services and grant media access, noting the blackout prevents verification of the situation on the ground. Amnesty also condemned the ban on the Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), stating the move has only heightened election-related tensions.

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Severe waterlogging in Delhi

  Busy markets and key transit routes—including Connaught Place, Janpath, ITO, Kalindi Kunj, and Sadar Bazar—have experienced waist-deep to knee-deep flooding.

Dharmendra Pradhan Resignation

Jantar Mantar Protest Updates: President Murmu accepts the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, assigning additional charge of the Education Ministry to Pralhad Joshi.

Haryana weather alert

Active monsoon to trigger heavy downpours from July 28.