Stable Fuel Rates: Petrol and Diesel Prices Hold Steady Despite a 6% Jump in Global Crude Oil
Retail fuel prices across major Indian cities remain completely unchanged, offering relief to motorists and consumers despite a recent upward surge in international crude oil markets. Benchmark crude values climbed by more than 6 percent over the preceding week, driven by tightening geopolitical conditions and supply discussions. However, state-run oil marketing companies have kept retail rates steady, maintaining prices at the same level observed following the previous revisions.
Global Crude Oil Surge and International PressuresThe recent upward pressure on crude oil stems from international developments, including renewed trade warnings and economic measures concerning regional suppliers. Market reports highlighted that Brent futures and U.S. crude benchmarks registered steady gains over six consecutive trading sessions, with West Texas Intermediate touching higher per-barrel milestones. This global volatility follows earlier adjustments earlier in the year when international crude spikes prompted domestic retail price revisions across major Indian metros.
Current Retail Prices Across Major CitiesConsumers continue to pay established rates for auto fuels across various urban centers. City-wise indicative prices for petrol and diesel include:
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New Delhi: Petrol stands at Rs 102.12 per liter, while diesel is priced at Rs 95.20 per liter.
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Mumbai: Petrol is retailed at Rs 111.21 per liter, and diesel costs Rs 97.83 per liter.
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Kolkata: Petrol is available at Rs 113.51 per liter, with diesel at Rs 99.82 per liter.
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Chennai: Petrol holds at Rs 107.76 per liter, and diesel stands at Rs 99.55 per liter.
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Bengaluru: Petrol is priced at Rs 111.68 per liter, while diesel costs Rs 99.56 per liter.
Vehicle owners and transport operators can track daily pricing updates and fuel economics through official portals provided by public sector energy distributors such as Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited and Indian Oil Corporation Limited.