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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 5 JUNE 2026

The current affairs article highlights India’s growing focus on climate finance, requiring massive investments to achieve its NDC and net-zero goals through green bonds, blended finance, and regulatory reforms. It covers the approval of the University of Liverpool’s Bengaluru campus under NEP 2020 and the launch of the India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory. …

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India’s First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle

Source: News on AirSubject: Science and technology Context: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas launched India’s first flex-fuel passenger vehicle, developed by Maruti Suzuki, in New Delhi. India's First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle About India's First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle: What It Is? A Flex-Fuel Vehicle (FFV) is an advanced transport solution equipped with an internal …

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E20 Petrol

Source:  ET Subject:  Miscellaneous Context: India has officially mandated the nationwide use of E20 petrol as the primary fuel at all petrol pumps starting April 1, 2025. About E20 Petrol: What It Is? E20 petrol is a specialized fuel blend consisting of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol. The ethanol used in this blend is a …

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Ethanol Blending in India: Promise of Cleaner Fuel vs Risks to Engine Efficiency

 Syllabus: Energy  Source:  BS  Context: India achieved its E20 (20% ethanol-blended petrol) target by early 2025, ahead of schedule under the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme. However, growing concerns over engine wear, fuel efficiency loss, and lack of consumer readiness are raising new challenges. About Ethanol Blending in India: Promise of Cleaner Fuel vs Risks to …

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