After Karnataka Charge, Centre Says E20 Petrol Meets Prescribed Standards

What happened: The oil ministry said 56 petrol samples tested in Karnataka, covering different locations and all three oil marketing companies, met prescribed standards for E20 fuel. Key numbers: 56 samples tested; ethanol content of 19-20 per cent, averaging 19.30 per cent. Why it matters: The ministry's statement follows a charge by Karnataka and asserts that E20 petrol sold in the state meets the prescribed standards.

The oil ministry said 56 petrol samples tested in Karnataka, covering different locations and all three oil marketing companies, met prescribed standards for E20 fuel.

The ministry's statement follows a charge by Karnataka and asserts that E20 petrol sold in the state meets the prescribed standards.