Petrol, diesel prices increased by 90 paise, second hike in 5 days
Fuel prices have risen again across major Indian cities, marking the second increase within a week after oil companies revised retail rates on Monday.
In New Delhi, petrol climbed by 87 paise to Rs 98.64 per litre from Rs 97.77, while diesel went up by 91 paise to Rs 91.58 from Rs 90.67.
The latest revision of prices follows a Rs 3-per-litre hike announced just days earlier, adding to the burden on consumers already facing high transport and household costs.
Among the metros, Kolkata registered the sharpest jump in petrol rates. The price rose by 96 paise to Rs 109.70 per litre. Diesel there increased by 94 paise and is now available at Rs 96.07 per litre.
In Chennai, petrol became costlier by 82 paise, reaching Rs 104.49 per litre. Diesel rates in the city were raised by 86 paise to Rs 96.11 per litre.
The latest revisions reflect continued upward pressure on retail fuel costs nationwide, with all four metros recording noticeable increases in both petrol and diesel prices.
The repeated revision in a short span signals growing pressure on fuel retailers as global crude markets remain volatile amid escalating tensions in West Asia.