Petrol-Diesel Prices Today: Turning to the global market, a decline has now been observed in crude oil prices. While crude oil rates in the international market had surged significantly due to ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, some relief has now been provided. Consequently, petrol and diesel prices worldwide continue to place a crushing burden on consumers.
In India as well, petrol and diesel rates have been hiked four times within the last three weeks. On Tuesday—the second day of the trading week—Indian oil companies made no changes to petrol and diesel prices. With fuel prices already running high, consumers’ household budgets are currently under severe strain.
Petrol and Diesel Prices in Delhi and Mumbai
In the national capital, New Delhi, petrol is currently recorded at ₹94.77 per litre and diesel at ₹87.67 per litre. In the financial capital, Mumbai, petrol is recorded at ₹103.50 per litre and diesel at ₹90.30 per litre. In Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, petrol appears to be trending at ₹105.41 per litre and diesel at ₹92.20 per litre.
Rates in Cities Across UP and Bihar
In Noida, petrol is priced at ₹94.85 per litre and diesel at ₹87.98 per litre. In Lucknow, petrol is selling at ₹94.69 per litre and diesel at ₹87.81 per litre. Meanwhile, in Patna, petrol prices have reached ₹105.23 per litre and diesel ₹91.49 per litre.
Why Are Petrol and Diesel Prices Not Decreasing?
Fluctuations in crude oil prices persist in the international market. Furthermore, factors such as taxes, transportation costs, and the Rupee-Dollar exchange rate also influence fuel prices. In recent days, oil companies have hiked prices on multiple occasions; however, despite these increases, the companies continue to face financial pressure.
How to Check Rates in Your City
If you wish to check the latest petrol and diesel rates in your specific city, you can utilise the oil companies’ websites, mobile apps, or SMS services. Prices are updated every morning.
