Executive Summary
Petrol and diesel prices hiked again in India by 90 paise per litre. Delhi petrol now at ₹98.64, diesel at ₹91.58. Check latest fuel rates for Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai & more cities. Know why crude oil crossing $111/barrel is hitting your pocket.
Breaking news for all the citizens, once again facing a sharp rise in fuel prices as petrol and diesel rates increased for the second time within a week. In Delhi, petrol has now reached ₹98.64 per litre, while diesel climbed to ₹91.58 after consecutive price revisions by oil companies.
The recent fuel price hike is mainly due to rising crude oil prices in the global market, with Brent crude crossing $111 per barrel because of ongoing tensions in West Asia and lower supply of discounted Russian oil. People across the country are worried that expensive fuel could soon make transport, food, and other daily essentials costlier.
India Fuel Hike: Petrol & Diesel Up 90 Paise Again
India is facing another fuel price shock as petrol and diesel prices increased by 90 paise on Tuesday, just days after a massive ₹3 per litre hike. In Delhi, petrol prices have now reached ₹98.64 per litre. With global crude oil prices crossing $111 per barrel, the continuous rise has triggered strong public concern over inflation and higher daily expenses.
2nd Fuel Price Hike in 5 Days Hits India
India has witnessed its second fuel price hike in just five days, bringing more pressure on daily commuters and households. Petrol and diesel prices were increased by 90 paise after an earlier ₹3 per litre jump last week. In Delhi, petrol has now touched ₹98.64 per litre, while rising global crude oil prices continue to fuel public concern over inflation and increasing living costs.
Public Outcry as Petrol, Diesel Prices Surge in India
People across India are expressing strong anger and concern after petrol and diesel prices increased again within a few days. The latest 90 paise hike, following an earlier ₹3 per litre jump, has pushed fuel prices close to ₹100 in Delhi. Citizens fear that rising fuel costs will soon make transport, food, and daily essentials even more expensive.
New Petrol & Diesel Price Table
Indian citizens should stay updated with the latest fuel prices as repeated hikes are directly affecting daily travel and household expenses.
State | Petrol Price (₹/litre) | Diesel Price (₹/litre) |
Delhi | ₹98.64 | ₹91.58 |
West Bengal (Kolkata) | ₹109.70 | ₹96.07 |
Maharashtra (Mumbai) | ₹107.59 | ₹94.08 |
Telangana | ₹111.88 | ₹99.95 |
Karnataka (Bengaluru) | ₹107.12 | ₹95.04 |
Tamil Nadu (Chennai) | ₹104.49 | ₹96.11 |
New Petrol, Diesel Rates in Delhi After Latest Hike
Fuel prices in Delhi have gone up once again, adding more pressure on commuters and households. Petrol is now being sold at ₹98.64 per litre, while diesel has reached ₹91.58 after another hike of nearly 90 paise.
This is the second fuel price increase in just five days, mainly driven by global crude oil prices crossing $111 per barrel due to ongoing international tensions. The continuous rise in fuel rates has sparked concern among citizens, as many fear higher transport costs and rising inflation in the coming days.
Why Have Fuel Prices Increased?
Fuel prices have increased because of the ongoing Iran-US conflict and rising tensions near the Strait of Hormuz, an important oil shipping route. Due to fears of oil supply disruption, global crude oil prices have gone up sharply, leading to higher petrol and diesel prices in India.
