Nitin Gadkari: News
Nitin Gadkari is a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Lok Sabha MP, and Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways. Gadkari was associated with the Sangh Parivar from a young age as a member of RSS and ABVP. He did his MCom and LLB from Nagpur University. He entered politics in 1980 through Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) and later the BJP. The big appointments started coming in the 1990s when Gadkari became the Minister for Public Works Department in the BJP-Shiv Sena Maharashtra Government from 1995 to 1999. He earned praise from all quarters for his dexterous planning and execution of several road and highway projects. Impressed with his work, the then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee implemented Gadkari’s blueprint for the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) project. In 2005, Gadkari was the Maharashtra BJP’s President and was elevated as the National President of the BJP in 2009, serving till 2013. He was elected to the Lok Sabha in the 2014 and 2019 General Elections from Nagpur constituency. Gadkari has served as the Minister of Shipping (2014-19), MSMEs (2019-21), and Road Transport & Highways (2014 onwards) in the Modi Government.
E20 petrol may affect rubber parts in BS-III vehicles: Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has warned that E20 petrol may damage some rubber components and gaskets in older BS-III vehicles.
BS-III vehicles may need rubber part replacement for E20 fuel
The Indian government has flagged that some rubber parts and gaskets in Bharat Stage III (BS-III) vehicles manufactured before 2016 may need to be replaced when using E20 fuel.
Nitin Gadkari gets Bombay HC nod to sue Meta, X
The Bombay High Court has permitted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit against Meta Platforms and X.
Inspired by CJP? 'E20 Janta Party' emerges protesting ethanol-blending policy
Weeks after the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) made headlines with its protest over the NEET paper leak issue, another online citizens' movement has emerged.
Rahul Gandhi targets Amit Shah over pellet gun use
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has intensified his attack on Home Minister Amit Shah over the use of pellet guns during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest on July 20.
Court orders Maruti to replace car after E20 damage claim
In a landmark ruling, the Raipur District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has ordered Maruti Suzuki to replace a customer's Grand Vitara SUV with a new E20-compatible model.
60% car owners report mileage drop after E20 rollout: Survey
A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed that nearly 60% of petrol vehicle owners who bought their cars in the 2023-24 period have witnessed a significant drop in mileage.
Nitin Gadkari says average car owner can't check mileage accurately
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that the average car owner cannot accurately measure their vehicle's fuel efficiency on their own.
'Hydrogen is fuel of future': Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said hydrogen will be the future of transportation.
'Limited to 200 people': Delhi Police on ethanol protest
A day ahead of a planned protest against the central government's E20 ethanol-blended petrol policy, organizers have claimed that the Delhi Police gave them verbal permission to hold the demonstration at Jantar Mantar.
After E20 petrol, India eyes 15% isobutanol in diesel
India is gearing up to take a major step in its biofuel transition by introducing a blend of up to 15% isobutanol in diesel.
India to adopt E100 fuel: What it means for vehicles
India is set to embrace E100 fuel, a 100% ethanol standard approved by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
Nitin Gadkari approves use of 100% ethanol fuel in India
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has approved regulations to legally allow the use of 100% ethanol fuel in India.
Gadkari triggers final breakthrough of historic Zojila Tunnel
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday triggered the final blast for the main Zojila Tunnel, a key step in India's ambitious infrastructure project.
Maruti Suzuki introduces India's first E100-compatible passenger car
Maruti Suzuki has launched the WagonR Flex Fuel, India's first E100-compatible passenger car.
India plans shift from E20 to E25 petrol
The Indian government is planning to shift from the current standard fuel, E20 petrol, to a new blend called E25 petrol.
Hero MotoCorp to launch India's 1st flex-fuel motorcycles next month
Hero MotoCorp, the largest two-wheeler manufacturer in India, is all set to launch its first-ever flex-fuel motorcycles on June 3.
India's first barrier-less tolling system goes official in Gujarat
India has introduced its first-ever Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) barrier-less tolling system on a stretch of National Highway-48 in Gujarat.
No future for petrol, diesel vehicles in India, says Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that petrol and diesel vehicles have no future in India.
Gadkari accuses carmakers of secretly lobbying against CAFE-3 norms
Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has accused car manufacturers of secretly trying to influence the upcoming Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE-3) norms.
India should aim for 100% ethanol blending: Nitin Gadkari
Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has advocated for 100% ethanol blending in India.
PM to inaugurate Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor today: Know key features
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 213km-long Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor on Tuesday.
Asha Bhosle dies at 92: PM Modi pays heartfelt tribute
Tributes are pouring in for legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle (92), who passed away on Sunday following multiple-organ failure.
BJP's 46th Foundation Day: PM Modi leads celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday celebrated the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) 47th Foundation Day by commending party workers for their selfless service and dedication to good governance.
Can raise ₹8 lakh crore annually for road projects: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that India can mobilize up to ₹8 lakh crore each year for road projects.
'Old generation should step aside...': Gadkari calls for leadership change
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has called for a generational shift in leadership, saying the older generation should step back once systems are running smoothly.
Centre tightens sleeper bus safety norms after 145 fire deaths
The central government has tightened safety norms for sleeper coach buses after a spate of deadly fire accidents over the past six months.
Nitin Gadkari shows 'gobar-painted' walls to Farah Khan
Farah Khan, the acclaimed director-choreographer, recently featured Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on her YouTube cooking channel.
Sena leader gets nomination papers in crematorium, beats deadline
In an unusual turn of events, a Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) leader was handed his election ticket at a crematorium.
'I get allergies in Delhi because of pollution': Nitin Gadkari
Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has highlighted the severity of air pollution in Delhi-NCR, admitting that even short stays in the capital trigger allergies for him.
BJP emerges single-largest party in Maharashtra local body polls
The ruling Mahayuti alliance has won a decisive victory in the Maharashtra local body polls, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerging as the single largest party.
Priyanka Gandhi meets with Nitin Gadkari; here's what happened
Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra met Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari at his office in Parliament on Thursday.
E20 fuel won't require vehicle retrofitting, says Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has clarified that the new E20 fuel does not require any retrofitting or phasing out of non-compliant vehicles.
Nitin Gadkari approves road works of ₹1.5L crore for Maharashtra
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved a massive ₹1.5 lakh crore for road projects in Maharashtra.
Delhi-Mumbai Expressway's DND-Faridabad-Sohna stretch 94% done, opening in June 2026
The crucial link between central Delhi and the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is expected to be completed by June 2026.
EV prices to match petrol vehicles within 6 months: Gadkari
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has announced that the prices of electric vehicles (EVs) in India will match those of petrol-powered models within the next four to six months.
Ethanol has saved India's sugar industry: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that India's sugar industry has survived due to the introduction of ethanol.
'There was paid campaign against me during E20 rollout': Gadkari
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has dismissed criticisms of ethanol blending in petrol on social media as a "paid campaign to politically target me."
After petrol, Modi government to now mix biofuels with diesel
India is gearing up to expand its biofuel initiative into the construction equipment sector, which heavily relies on diesel.
Nitin Gadkari dismisses claims that 20% ethanol blend harms engines
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, has dismissed claims that blending 20% ethanol with petrol is harmful to engines.
India's logistics costs to fall to single digits: Nitin Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has announced that India's logistics costs will fall to single digits by the end of 2026.
Insurers may reject claims for engine damage by E20 fuel
India's ambitious ethanol blending program, aimed at reducing crude oil imports and emissions, is facing hurdles from the insurance sector.