The recent hike in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices marks the third increase in less than 10 days, now costing Rs 81.09 per kg in Delhi. This follows earlier increases of Rs 2 on May 15 and Re 1 on May 18. In Noida and Ghaziabad, CNG prices are now Rs 89.70 per kg. Concurrently, petrol prices have risen to Rs 99.51 per litre and diesel to Rs 92.49 per litre in Delhi, reflecting a broader trend of increasing fuel costs driven by surging global crude oil prices, which have escalated due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. These price hikes are expected to significantly impact transportation costs for private vehicle owners and commuters reliant on CNG. Protests have erupted among taxi unions and transport bodies in the Delhi-NCR region, demanding a rollback of the recent fuel price increases and adjustments in taxi fares to alleviate the financial burden on drivers. The situation highlights the sensitivity of India's fuel prices to international market dynamics, given that the country imports nearly 90% of its crude oil requirements.