Fuel Prices Rise: Petrol Hits Rs 97.77 in Delhi, Diesel at Rs 90.67
Petrol, Diesel Price Hike LIVE: Petrol To Now Cost Rs 97 In Delhi, Rs 106 In Mumbai
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The Indian government has raised petrol and diesel prices by ₹3 per litre amid ongoing disruptions in oil supplies due to the Middle East conflict. Petrol prices now stand at ₹97.77 in Delhi and ₹106.68 in Mumbai, while diesel costs ₹90.67 in Delhi and ₹93.14 in Mumbai.
- 01Petrol prices increased by ₹3 per litre across major cities.
- 02Current petrol price in Delhi is ₹97.77 per litre.
- 03Diesel price in Delhi now stands at ₹90.67 per litre.
- 04Prices affected by Middle East conflict and supply disruptions.
- 05Mumbai's petrol price reached ₹106.68 per litre.
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On Friday, the Indian government announced a ₹3 per litre hike in petrol and diesel prices due to ongoing disruptions in oil and gas supplies linked to the conflict in the Middle East. As a result, petrol will now cost ₹97.77 per litre in Delhi, ₹106.68 in Mumbai, ₹108.74 in Kolkata, and ₹103.67 in Chennai. Diesel prices also saw an increase, with Delhi's price now at ₹90.67, Mumbai at ₹93.14, Kolkata at ₹95.13, and Chennai at ₹95.25. This price hike reflects the rising energy costs driven by geopolitical tensions affecting oil supply routes.
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The price hike will likely increase transportation costs, affecting the prices of goods and services for consumers.
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