Recent Fuel Price Increases Across Major Indian Cities
Top metro cities fuel rates today: Check petrol and diesel prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai
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On Saturday, petrol and diesel prices in India rose by 87 to 91 paise per litre, marking a total increase of nearly ₹5 per litre in less than 10 days. The price hikes are attributed to rising international crude oil prices, tightening refining margins, and a weaker rupee, impacting retail fuel costs across major cities.
- 01Petrol prices in Delhi increased to ₹99.51 per litre, while diesel reached ₹92.49 per litre.
- 02In Kolkata, petrol prices rose to ₹110.64 per litre, and diesel to ₹97.02 per litre.
- 03Mumbai's petrol price is now ₹108.49 per litre, with diesel at ₹95.02 per litre.
- 04Chennai recorded petrol prices at ₹105.31 per litre and diesel at ₹96.98 per litre.
- 05Lucknow's petrol price is close to ₹100, currently at ₹99.28 per litre.
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On Saturday, petrol and diesel prices across India saw significant increases, with petrol prices rising by 87 paise to 91 paise per litre. This change has resulted in a total increase of nearly ₹5 per litre in less than ten days. The price hikes are largely driven by escalating international crude oil prices, tighter refining margins, and a depreciating rupee, which have collectively heightened import costs for state-owned oil companies. In Delhi, petrol now costs ₹99.51 per litre, while diesel is priced at ₹92.49 per litre. Kolkata experienced a steeper rise, with petrol reaching ₹110.64 and diesel at ₹97.02 per litre. In Mumbai, the prices have climbed to ₹108.49 for petrol and ₹95.02 for diesel. Chennai's petrol is now ₹105.31, and diesel is at ₹96.98 per litre. Other cities like Lucknow and Jaipur also saw increases, with Lucknow's petrol nearing the ₹100 mark at ₹99.28 per litre. This trend of rising fuel prices is expected to continue as global market conditions remain volatile.
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The recent fuel price hikes will likely increase transportation costs, affecting commuting expenses for residents and potentially leading to higher prices for goods and services.
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