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India Rules Out US Ethanol Imports for Fuel Blending
India has stated it is not committed to importing ethanol from the United States for fuel blending purposes. The government clarified that its policy mandates the use of locally produced ethanol for the mandated 20% mixing with gasoline. This statement comes amidst trade talks with the US, where no concessions on ethanol imports were made. The Commerce Ministry refuted media reports suggesting any change in policy regarding US ethanol imports for fuel blending.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Centre (6): Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald, Greater Kashmir, Mint, The Free Press Journal, The New Indian Express
- Right (2): Republic World, The Pioneer
- International (1): Reuters