The government of India has banned the free import of kerosene. Now only designated state-run firms can import the fuel. The ban occurs with immediate effect. Announcing the decision on November 28,

A systematically careless government

Adulteration is an effect of warped pricing

CSE s Clean Air campaigners ANUMITA ROYCHOWDHURY and CHIRAG SHAH expose the dirty, intelligent and systematic business of fuel adulteration:

The problem: Oil companies refuse to take ultimate responsibility for the quality of the fuel the

Research on nanoparticle emissions from vehicles is still in the academic domain. This is largely because the uncertainty over formation of nanoparticles and their measurement methods. As a

Improved engine technology and fuel quality has thus created a new debate. “Ironically, particle control regulations may have made the situation worse,” points out Wexler, referring to increased

Nanoparticles, as tiny as a billionth of a metre, pose a challenge to scientists and regulatory authorities alike. It may also be a huge health problem, says CHANDRACHUR GHOSE