Posts By The Hindu Business Line.
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44Ethanol & Bioenergy News in EnglishFacing over capacity, distilleries want Government to raise ethanol blending
GEMA says India’s ethanol capacity is a strategic asset, not overcapacity, built on clear policy signals. The EBP was never meant to...
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99Edible Oil News in EnglishIndia’s palm oil imports rise 5% in November, says SEA
India’s November palm oil imports rose 5% to 632,341 tonnes, while soyoil and sunflower oil imports fell sharply, dropping 18% and 45%...
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80Edible Oil News in EnglishPalm oil meet calls for science-guided public understanding of the edible oil in India
The Palm Oil Conclave 2025 in Bhopal highlighted the need for science-based communication to counter misinformation about palm oil. Speakers stressed sustainability,...
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253Rice News in EnglishEU poised to curb rice imports from India, Pakistan and other Asian nations
The EU plans to curb rice imports from India, Pakistan and other Asian suppliers through an automatic safeguard mechanism triggering MFN tariffs...
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102Ethanol & Bioenergy News in EnglishAuto industry, ethanol makers agree on continuation of 20% blending for now
Ethanol producers, auto firms, and the government are maintaining 20% blending for stability, while pushing flex-fuel vehicles as the long-term solution. Distilleries...
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96Sugar News in EnglishIndia contracts over 100,000 tonnes of sugar for export, more likely amid weakening INR
Indian sugar mills have already contracted over 100,000 tonnes for export after the government allowed 1.5 million tonnes for 2025-26. Shipments begin...
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163Rice News in EnglishRice procurement in Punjab, Haryana ends, pan-India purchase up 13% in October-November
Rice procurement reached 194.14 lakh tonnes by november 30, up 12.7 percent as higher purchases in telangana, tamil nadu, and andhra pradesh...
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289Ethanol & Bioenergy News in EnglishIndia achieved ethanol blending of 19.2% during ESY 2024-25
During ESY 2024-25, India achieved 19.2% ethanol blending in petrol, reaching 19.97% in October 2025 with 77 crore litres in storage. OMCs...
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162Sugar News in EnglishSugar production up 50% in Oct–Nov; millers seek higher export quota
India’s sugar output reached 41.35 lt in October–November, driven by Maharashtra’s sharp rise. Cane crushing and recovery improved, while full-season net output...
