Karnataka Stands By E20 Findings, Seeks Independent Fuel Testing Nationwide

Published 09 Nov 2026, 20:47 IST

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left · 2 outlets

It was the OMC laboratories’ failure to provide the required result that raised suspicion; the samples were then sent to NABL-accredited and ISO-certified laboratories, says Rizwan Arshad

— The Hindu
center · 1 outlet

The OMCs' own statement says ethanol blending is 'a controlled and automated process: Reports

— Deccan Chronicle
right · 2 outlets

Karnataka has intensified its allegation regarding petrol containing ethanol levels exceeding the 20% limit. The state government is seeking independent testing from accredited laboratories and urges other states to conduct similar inspections. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Rizwan Arshad released…

— The Economic Times

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The OMCs' own statement says ethanol blending is 'a controlled and automated process: Reports

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The Economic Times Center-Right Bennett, Coleman & Co. 09 Nov 2026, 16:18 IST

Karnataka stands by E20 report, seeks nationwide third-party fuel testing

Karnataka has intensified its allegation regarding petrol containing ethanol levels exceeding the 20% limit. The state government is seeking independent testing from accredited laboratories and urges other states to conduct similar inspections. Food and Civil Supplies Minister Rizwan Arshad released…

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2 hours later
India Today Center-Right Living Media India 09 Nov 2026, 18:48 IST

Karnataka claims excess ethanol in E20 fuel spark debate across states

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1 hour later
The National Herald Center-Left The Associated Journals Ltd. 09 Nov 2026, 20:39 IST

Karnataka challenges OMCs over ethanol, calls for nationwide testing

Minister Rizwan Arshad says OMC laboratories failed to disclose ethanol levels in 63 samples, prompting independent testing

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7 minutes later
The Hindu Center-Left Kasturi & Sons Ltd. 09 Nov 2026, 20:46 IST

Ethanol blend row: Minister stands firm on claim, demands independent fuel testing

It was the OMC laboratories’ failure to provide the required result that raised suspicion; the samples were then sent to NABL-accredited and ISO-certified laboratories, says Rizwan Arshad

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Deccan Chronicle Center Deccan Chronicle Holdings Current article 09 Nov 2026, 20:47 IST

Karnataka Stands By E20 Findings, Seeks Independent Fuel Testing Nationwide

The OMCs' own statement says ethanol blending is 'a controlled and automated process: Reports

Read at Deccan Chronicle ↗