Fuel Prices Surge Again in Major Indian Cities Amid Global Energy Volatility
Petrol-Diesel Prices Rise Again Across India: Check New Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru & More
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Petrol and diesel prices have seen another increase across major Indian cities, marking the third hike in less than 10 days. In Delhi, petrol now costs ₹99.51 per litre, while diesel is priced at ₹92.49 per litre. The hikes are attributed to ongoing volatility in global energy markets and geopolitical tensions affecting supply.
- 01In Kolkata, petrol prices rose to ₹110.64 per litre, and diesel to ₹97.02 per litre.
- 02Mumbai's petrol prices increased to ₹108.49 per litre, with diesel reaching ₹95.02 per litre.
- 03Chennai saw petrol prices rise to ₹105.31 per litre and diesel to ₹96.98 per litre.
- 04The latest hikes follow previous increases earlier in the week, with Delhi's petrol prices rising from ₹97.77 to ₹98.64 per litre.
- 05The central government had previously raised fuel prices by ₹3 per litre on May 15.
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Petrol and diesel prices have been raised again across major metropolitan cities in India, marking the third increase in less than ten days. In Delhi, petrol prices increased by 87 paise to ₹99.51 per litre, while diesel prices rose by 91 paise to ₹92.49 per litre. Kolkata saw petrol prices rise by 94 paise to ₹110.64 per litre, and diesel prices increased by 95 paise to ₹97.02 per litre. Mumbai's petrol prices now stand at ₹108.49 per litre after a 90 paise increase, with diesel priced at ₹95.02 per litre. Chennai recorded a rise of 82 paise in petrol prices to ₹105.31 per litre and 87 paise for diesel, now at ₹96.98 per litre. These hikes come amid ongoing volatility in global energy markets, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, particularly in the West Asia region, which has impacted supply routes. The central government had previously increased fuel prices by ₹3 per litre on May 15, reflecting a broader trend of rising fuel costs in the country.
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The continuous rise in fuel prices will likely affect transportation costs, impacting daily commuters and goods transportation, leading to increased prices for consumers.
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