On Friday, the price of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) for international airlines was raised by 5%, increasing to $1511.86 per kilolitre in Delhi, which houses India's busiest airport. This adjustment marks the second consecutive monthly increase as oil companies respond to a global surge in energy prices. The latest hike follows a significant rise on April 1, when domestic airline rates were increased by 25% to ₹104,927.18 per kilolitre. Despite the international price hike, domestic ATF prices remain unchanged, as the government and state-owned oil companies have opted for a calibrated pricing strategy. This strategy allows international carriers to be charged market-linked rates while moderating prices for domestic airlines to mitigate the immediate financial impact on local operators. The sharp rise in global energy prices has been linked to ongoing crises in West Asia, necessitating these adjustments in ATF pricing.