Government on Tuesday once again increased petrol and diesel prices in the country.

The price of petrol was increased by Rs 20 paise per litre and diesel was increased by 55 paisa.

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Petrol will now cost 79.76 a litre in the national capital and diesel will cost 79.40 a litre from today.

Fuel prices in India have now been increased for seventeen consecutive days. The government has been increasing fuel prices ever since Unlock 1.0 was unveiled in early June as malls and offices were allowed to reopen.

Petrol prices have now gone up by Rs 8.50 in the last 17 days and diesel prices have been hiked by nearly Rs 10.

On Monday, petrol prices were hiked by 33 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise. The hike in fuel prices come as oil producers sharply cut back output in May. OPEC had earlier declared in April that it would cut oil output by 9.7 million bpd from May 1 until the end of June due to falling demand.

International oil prices had edged higher on Monday amid rising coronavirus cases worldwide with fears of stalling fuel demand. Brent crude was up 48 cents at $42.67 a barrel with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rising by 50 cents to $40.33.

Government on Tuesday once again increased petrol and diesel prices in the country. The price of petrol was increased by Rs 20 paise per litre and diesel was increased by 55 paisa.

Government on Tuesday once again increased petrol and diesel prices in the country. The price of petrol was increased by Rs 20 paise per litre and diesel was increased by 55 paisa. Also Read: Petrol price up by Rs 7.62 and diesel Rs 8.28 in 14 days Petrol will now cost 79.76 a litre in the national capital and diesel will cost 79.40 a litre from today. Fuel prices in India have now been increased for seventeen consecutive days. The government has been increasing fuel prices ever since Unlock 1.0 was unveiled in early June as malls and offices were allowed to reopen. Petrol prices have now gone up by Rs 8.50 in the last 17 days and diesel prices have been hiked by nearly Rs 10. On Monday, petrol prices were hiked by 33 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise. The hike in fuel prices come as oil producers sharply cut back output in May. OPEC had earlier declared in April that it would cut oil output by 9.7 million bpd from May 1 until the end of June due to falling demand. International oil prices had edged higher on Monday amid rising coronavirus cases worldwide with fears of stalling fuel demand. Brent crude was up 48 cents at $42.67 a barrel with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rising by 50 cents to $40.33.

Petrol, diesel prices hiked for seventeen consecutive days

Petrol prices were increased by 55 paise a litre and diesel prices were increased by 69 paise on Wednesday.

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Petrol will now cost Rs 77.28 a litre in the national capital and diesel will cost Rs 75.79 a litre from today.

On Tuesday, the government had hiked petrol prices by 47 paise and diesel prices by 57 paise a litre. On Monday, prices of petrol were increased by 48 paise and diesel prices were hiked by 59 paise a litre.&nbsp;

The government has been increasing prices for the past 10 days especially after the Unlock 1.0 came into effect nationwide with the opening of malls and shopping complexes.

Amid the rise in fuel prices in India, UAE energy minister Suheil al-Mazrouei said that the current low oil and gas prices could lead to energy shocks as the coronavirus pandemic continues to exist with fears of second wave in some parts of the world.

Brent crude had crashed to a low of under $20 a barrel and WTI had sunk into negative territory in April.

Mazrouei said: "Unless we have a second wave of Covid-19, I think we will see a demand recovery at a pace that is adequate to the cut we have done as... OPEC+, provided other producers do not rush and over-produce."

Petrol prices were increased by 55 paise a litre and diesel prices were increased by 69 paise on Wednesday. Also Read: Government hikes petrol, diesel prices again Petrol will now cost Rs 77.

Petrol prices were increased by 55 paise a litre and diesel prices were increased by 69 paise on Wednesday. Also Read: Government hikes petrol, diesel prices again Petrol will now cost Rs 77.28 a litre in the national capital and diesel will cost Rs 75.79 a litre from today. On Tuesday, the government had hiked petrol prices by 47 paise and diesel prices by 57 paise a litre. On Monday, prices of petrol were increased by 48 paise and diesel prices were hiked by 59 paise a litre. The government has been increasing prices for the past 10 days especially after the Unlock 1.0 came into effect nationwide with the opening of malls and shopping complexes. Amid the rise in fuel prices in India, UAE energy minister Suheil al-Mazrouei said that the current low oil and gas prices could lead to energy shocks as the coronavirus pandemic continues to exist with fears of second wave in some parts of the world. Brent crude had crashed to a low of under $20 a barrel and WTI had sunk into negative territory in April. Mazrouei said: "Unless we have a second wave of Covid-19, I think we will see a demand recovery at a pace that is adequate to the cut we have done as... OPEC+, provided other producers do not rush and over-produce."

Petrol, diesel prices hiked in India for eleventh consecutive day

The government on Tuesday once again hiked fuel prices in India increasing petrol prices by 47 paise and diesel prices by 57 paise a litre.

Petrol will now cost Rs 76.73 a litre in the national capital with diesel at Rs75.19 a litre.

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The price of petrol has now gone up by Rs 5.47 in the last ten days with diesel prices shooting up by Rs 5.80.&nbsp;

On Monday, prices of petrol were increased by 48 paise and diesel prices were hiked by 59 paise a litre.&nbsp;

The government's move comes as international oil prices dipped over spike in coronavirus&nbsp;infections around the world leading to a fall in demand of fuel prices.

Brent crude was down 14 cents at $39.58 a barrel on Tuesday after prices had increased&nbsp;on Monday as&nbsp;United Arab Emirates' energy minister said that OPEC+ hasn't been in full compliance with oil cuts which were agreed upon earlier.

OPEC&nbsp;and Russia had&nbsp;agreed to extend production cuts of 9.7 million barrels per day through July due to fall in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic..

The government on Tuesday once again hiked fuel prices in India increasing petrol prices by 47 paise and diesel prices by 57 paise a litre. Petrol will now cost Rs 76.

The government on Tuesday once again hiked fuel prices in India increasing petrol prices by 47 paise and diesel prices by 57 paise a litre. Petrol will now cost Rs 76.73 a litre in the national capital with diesel at Rs75.19 a litre. Also Read: Petrol, diesel prices hiked again in India The price of petrol has now gone up by Rs 5.47 in the last ten days with diesel prices shooting up by Rs 5.80. On Monday, prices of petrol were increased by 48 paise and diesel prices were hiked by 59 paise a litre. The government's move comes as international oil prices dipped over spike in coronavirus infections around the world leading to a fall in demand of fuel prices. Brent crude was down 14 cents at $39.58 a barrel on Tuesday after prices had increased on Monday as United Arab Emirates' energy minister said that OPEC+ hasn't been in full compliance with oil cuts which were agreed upon earlier. OPEC and Russia had agreed to extend production cuts of 9.7 million barrels per day through July due to fall in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic..

Government hikes petrol, diesel prices again

The government today hiked fuel prices in India once again with the cost of petrol rising by Rs 3.31 in six days and diesel prices going up by Rs 3.42.

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Petrol prices were&nbsp;hiked by 57 paise per litre and diesel by 59 paise on Friday. Petrol will now cost Rs 74.57 a litre with diesel at 72.81 a litre in the national capital.

The hike in petrol prices comes as international oil prices climbed and finished with gains for a sixth week in a row.

OPEC and Russia had earlier pledged to cut output by 9.7 million barrels per day from May 1 until the end of June after the coronavirus outbreak led to a dramatic fall in oil prices.

"All participating countries... agreed the option of extending the first phase of the production adjustments pertaining in May and June by one further month," it said.

The oil-producing block decided to later extend the output cuts through to July.

The government today hiked fuel prices in India once again with the cost of petrol rising by Rs 3.31 in six days and diesel prices going up by Rs 3.42. Also Read: Amid Unlock 1.

The government today hiked fuel prices in India once again with the cost of petrol rising by Rs 3.31 in six days and diesel prices going up by Rs 3.42. Also Read: Amid Unlock 1.0, government hikes petrol, diesel prices for fourth consecutive day Petrol prices were hiked by 57 paise per litre and diesel by 59 paise on Friday. Petrol will now cost Rs 74.57 a litre with diesel at 72.81 a litre in the national capital. The hike in petrol prices comes as international oil prices climbed and finished with gains for a sixth week in a row. OPEC and Russia had earlier pledged to cut output by 9.7 million barrels per day from May 1 until the end of June after the coronavirus outbreak led to a dramatic fall in oil prices. "All participating countries... agreed the option of extending the first phase of the production adjustments pertaining in May and June by one further month," it said. The oil-producing block decided to later extend the output cuts through to July.

Petrol, diesel prices hiked again in India

The government on Tuesday announced hiking of petrol prices by 54 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise a litre.

The petrol prices in Delhi will now cost Rs 73.00 per litre, with diesel rates now available at Rs 71.17 a litre.

It is the third straight day fuel price hike.

The move comes after oil companies on Sunday had restarted revising prices in line with costs, after ending an 82-day pause after the government on March 14 had hiked excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 3 per litre each.

On Sunday, petrol and diesel prices were hiked by 60 paise per litre. On Monday, it was increased by a similar priceline.

According to government data released last week, India's gas sales had jumped sharply in May compared with April due to the lockdown. However, sales in May was still down nearly 36 per cent and 31 per cent respectively from a year earlier, after contracting more than 50 per cent in April compared to last year.

The sale of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) had risen 13 per cent in May from a year ago while jet fuel declined by 85 per cent during the same period, data showed.

The government on Tuesday announced hiking of petrol prices by 54 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise a litre. The petrol prices in Delhi will now cost Rs 73.

The government on Tuesday announced hiking of petrol prices by 54 paise per litre and diesel by 58 paise a litre. The petrol prices in Delhi will now cost Rs 73.00 per litre, with diesel rates now available at Rs 71.17 a litre. It is the third straight day fuel price hike. The move comes after oil companies on Sunday had restarted revising prices in line with costs, after ending an 82-day pause after the government on March 14 had hiked excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 3 per litre each. On Sunday, petrol and diesel prices were hiked by 60 paise per litre. On Monday, it was increased by a similar priceline. According to government data released last week, India's gas sales had jumped sharply in May compared with April due to the lockdown. However, sales in May was still down nearly 36 per cent and 31 per cent respectively from a year earlier, after contracting more than 50 per cent in April compared to last year. The sale of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) had risen 13 per cent in May from a year ago while jet fuel declined by 85 per cent during the same period, data showed.

Petrol, diesel prices hiked for third straight day

The indigenous group leading mass protests in Ecuador on Friday rejected an offer of direct talks from President Lenin Moreno to end days of deadly protests against<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/clashes-at-protests-in-ecuador-over-fuel-price-hike-oil-facilities-seized-254404"> fuel price hikes.</a>

"The dialogue that he's seeking lacks credibility," the indigenous umbrella group CONAIE said in a statement, adding that it would negotiate with the government only when a decree to remove fuel subsidies has been "repealed."

Moreno earlier Friday proposed the direct talks as the protests stretched into a 10th day.

"It is essential to stop the violence," he said in a brief address on television. "I call on the leaders to talk directly with me."

In their statement, the indigenous group replied that "the dialogue that the national government says it promotes... is based on one of the worst massacres in the history of Ecuador."

Clashes between protesters and security forces have left five dead and more than 2,000 wounded, according to the ombudsman's office.

Indigenous groups from disadvantaged communities in the Amazon and the Andes have spearheaded demands that Moreno reinstate fuel subsidies that were cut last week -- part of a deal his government struck to obtain a $4.2 billion loan from the IMF.

Police, protester clashes&nbsp;

Riot police clashed with indigenous demonstrators at various areas in Ecuador's capital again Friday.

Demonstrators responded to volleys of tear gas with homemade mortars and fireworks launched through tubes, turning the area around the Congress building in Quito into a battleground.

Also arriving in the capital to protest were a thousand Amazon Indians, armed with spears.

Roadblocks were reported in 17 of Ecuador's 24 provinces, according to authorities.

On Thursday, indigenous leaders had hardened their stance in the face-off, rejecting UN and Catholic Church-mediated talks, and calling for a "radicalization" of the protests.

The violence has brought much of the capital to a standstill since Monday and forced Moreno to relocate his government to Ecuador's second city, Guayaquil.

The government declared a state of emergency for 60 days and deployed some 75,000 military and police, in addition to imposing a curfew in the vicinity of government buildings.

The end of the fuel subsidies has meant that prices shot up by as much as 120 per cent from October 3.

"If it weren't for us people from the countryside, city people, the rich, couldn't survive," said 52-year-old indigenous protester Maria Escobar as she called for the president's dismissal.

Diego de la Vega, a student who joined the indigenous crowd, said that "we don't just protest about gas, but about Moreno's entire agreement with the IMF, as it affects all of us."

"All countries that have signed agreements with the IMF, it didn't turn out well for them, like Argentina for example," the 24-year-old said.

More protesters

CONAIE claimed around 20,000 indigenous people arrived in the capital last weekend from Amazon and Andes communities.

Ecuador's indigenous groups make up a quarter of the country's 17.3 million people.

"Human rights are being violated here," Marlon Vargas, a leader of the indigenous communities, said in a video broadcast by CONAIE.

The protests have hit the country's oil industry hard, forcing the Energy Ministry to suspend more than two-thirds of its distribution of crude.

Protesters seized three oil facilities in the Amazon earlier this week.

US support

The United States expressed its support for Moreno's government Friday.

"We recognize the difficult decisions that the Government of Ecuador has taken to advance good governance and promote sustainable economic growth," Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in a statement.

"We are aware and monitoring claims of external actor involvement in these demonstrations," Pompeo said.

Struggling to deal with an economic crisis, Moreno has accused his predecessor and ex-ally Rafael Correa along with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro of an "attempted coup d'etat" using indigenous groups.

Maduro, a leftist firebrand whom Washington is seeking to oust, has denounced allegations of involvement as absurd, but praised the "popular insurrection" against the IMF.

The indigenous group leading mass protests in Ecuador on Friday rejected an offer of direct talks from President Lenin Moreno to end days of deadly protests against fuel price hikes.

The indigenous group leading mass protests in Ecuador on Friday rejected an offer of direct talks from President Lenin Moreno to end days of deadly protests against fuel price hikes. "The dialogue that he's seeking lacks credibility," the indigenous umbrella group CONAIE said in a statement, adding that it would negotiate with the government only when a decree to remove fuel subsidies has been "repealed." Moreno earlier Friday proposed the direct talks as the protests stretched into a 10th day. "It is essential to stop the violence," he said in a brief address on television. "I call on the leaders to talk directly with me." In their statement, the indigenous group replied that "the dialogue that the national government says it promotes... is based on one of the worst massacres in the history of Ecuador." Clashes between protesters and security forces have left five dead and more than 2,000 wounded, according to the ombudsman's office. Indigenous groups from disadvantaged communities in the Amazon and the Andes have spearheaded demands that Moreno reinstate fuel subsidies that were cut last week -- part of a deal his government struck to obtain a $4.2 billion loan from the IMF. Police, protester clashes Riot police clashed with indigenous demonstrators at various areas in Ecuador's capital again Friday. Demonstrators responded to volleys of tear gas with homemade mortars and fireworks launched through tubes, turning the area around the Congress building in Quito into a battleground. Also arriving in the capital to protest were a thousand Amazon Indians, armed with spears. Roadblocks were reported in 17 of Ecuador's 24 provinces, according to authorities. On Thursday, indigenous leaders had hardened their stance in the face-off, rejecting UN and Catholic Church-mediated talks, and calling for a "radicalization" of the protests. The violence has brought much of the capital to a standstill since Monday and forced Moreno to relocate his government to Ecuador's second city, Guayaquil. The government declared a state of emergency for 60 days and deployed some 75,000 military and police, in addition to imposing a curfew in the vicinity of government buildings. The end of the fuel subsidies has meant that prices shot up by as much as 120 per cent from October 3. "If it weren't for us people from the countryside, city people, the rich, couldn't survive," said 52-year-old indigenous protester Maria Escobar as she called for the president's dismissal. Diego de la Vega, a student who joined the indigenous crowd, said that "we don't just protest about gas, but about Moreno's entire agreement with the IMF, as it affects all of us." "All countries that have signed agreements with the IMF, it didn't turn out well for them, like Argentina for example," the 24-year-old said. More protesters CONAIE claimed around 20,000 indigenous people arrived in the capital last weekend from Amazon and Andes communities. Ecuador's indigenous groups make up a quarter of the country's 17.3 million people. "Human rights are being violated here," Marlon Vargas, a leader of the indigenous communities, said in a video broadcast by CONAIE. The protests have hit the country's oil industry hard, forcing the Energy Ministry to suspend more than two-thirds of its distribution of crude. Protesters seized three oil facilities in the Amazon earlier this week. US support The United States expressed its support for Moreno's government Friday. "We recognize the difficult decisions that the Government of Ecuador has taken to advance good governance and promote sustainable economic growth," Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in a statement. "We are aware and monitoring claims of external actor involvement in these demonstrations," Pompeo said. Struggling to deal with an economic crisis, Moreno has accused his predecessor and ex-ally Rafael Correa along with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro of an "attempted coup d'etat" using indigenous groups. Maduro, a leftist firebrand whom Washington is seeking to oust, has denounced allegations of involvement as absurd, but praised the "popular insurrection" against the IMF.

Ecuador indigenous group rejects talks to end fuel protests

Zimbabweans reacted with outrage Sunday to a sharp rise in fuel prices announced by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in a move to improve supplies as the country struggles with its worst gasoline shortages in a decade.

After years of international isolation, Zimbabwe's economy has been in decline for more than a decade with cash shortages, high unemployment and a recent scarcity of basic staples like bread and cooking oil.

In a televised address late Saturday, Mnangagwa said prices of petrol and diesel would more than double to tackle a shortfall caused by increased demand and "rampant" illegal trading.

Mnangagwa, who took over from longtime leader Robert Mugabe and won a disputed election last July, also announced a package of measures to help state workers after strikes by doctors and teachers over poor pay.

He said from midnight Saturday, petrol prices would rise from $1.24 a litre to $3.31 (2.89 euros) and diesel from $1.36 a litre to $3.11.

But many Zimbabweans criticised the move, worrying a knock-on spike in other costs would worsen an already difficult economic situation and trigger protests and strikes. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"I am not a politician and neither am I an economist but you don't need a rocket scientist to tell you that we are now headed for the worst following the fuel price madness," said William Masuku, 32, a car dealer in Bulawayo, the country's second largest city.

Victor Nyoni, head of a local business body, said the fuel prices would push up the cost of other goods. Businesses are likely to pass on the higher transport costs to the consumer.

Government 'against the people'

The president's announcement came after fuel shortages which began in October last year worsened in recent weeks with motorists sometimes spending nights in fuel pump queues that stretch for kilometres.

The Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) said the government had demonstrated a lack of empathy for the already-overburdened poor.

"The government has officially declared its anti-worker, anti-poor and anti-people ideological position," it said. "Workers' salaries have been reduced to nothing and our suffering elevated to another level."

Nelson Chamisa, who heads the opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) said the situation was "descending into a humanitarian crisis".

Evan Mawarire, a cleric and activist who led the 2016 anti-government protests that shut down major cities, said: "You have cornered us and you leave us no choice. It's time to mobilise every person who truly loves Zimbabwe."

'Piecemeal solutions'

"Those in government may not admit it but they know in their hearts that they have failed," said Edmore Phiri, a tired-looking motorist who had just spent a second night in a petrol queue in Avondale suburb.

"We are not going anywhere with these piecemeal solutions that are not solutions.&nbsp;

"You can’t have a country where people sleep in cars for days for a commodity that should be readily available."

Mnangagwa, who has pledged to revive the moribund economy, blamed the shortfall on increased fuel usage "compounded by rampant illegal currency and fuel trading activities".

The government claims fuel prices were lower than in other regional countries, saying some foreigners were taking advantage and buying fuel in bulk for resale elsewhere.

Mnangagwa said the new measures were aimed at curbing a burgeoning speculative parallel market in which fuel was being sold at five times the official price.

"It's going to reduce demand for fuel because it's now a bit expensive and that will deal with speculative demand if it was there," said economist Godfrey Mugano.

Mnangagwa also warned the government would deal harshly with those "bent on taking advantage of the current fuel shortages to cause and sponsor unrest and instability in the country".

Government doctors went on a 40-day strike in early December, demanding salaries in US dollars and improved working conditions, while teachers' unions called a strike this week for better pay but their calls went largely unheeded.

Although Mnangagwa announced a package of measures "to cushion government workers", he gave few details.

Despite the price hike, diplomats and tourists would be able to access cheaper fuel at certain pumping stations.

"The intention is to create a constant supply of fuel for diplomats and tourists to manage the country's image," said Mugano.&nbsp;

"Those designated fuel stations will be able to restock easily from the sales they make in US dollars."

After years in international isolation, Zimbabwe's economy has been on a downturn for more than a decade with cash shortages, high unemployment and recently a scarcity of basic staples like bread and cooking oil.

Zimbabweans reacted with outrage Sunday to a sharp rise in fuel prices announced by President Emmerson Mnangagwa in a move to improve supplies as the country struggles with its worst gasoline shortages in a decade. After years of international isolation, Zimbabwe's economy has been in decline for more than a decade with cash shortages, high unemployment and a recent scarcity of basic staples like bread and cooking oil. In a televised address late Saturday, Mnangagwa said prices of petrol and diesel would more than double to tackle a shortfall caused by increased demand and "rampant" illegal trading. Mnangagwa, who took over from longtime leader Robert Mugabe and won a disputed election last July, also announced a package of measures to help state workers after strikes by doctors and teachers over poor pay. He said from midnight Saturday, petrol prices would rise from $1.24 a litre to $3.31 (2.89 euros) and diesel from $1.36 a litre to $3.11. But many Zimbabweans criticised the move, worrying a knock-on spike in other costs would worsen an already difficult economic situation and trigger protests and strikes. "I am not a politician and neither am I an economist but you don't need a rocket scientist to tell you that we are now headed for the worst following the fuel price madness," said William Masuku, 32, a car dealer in Bulawayo, the country's second largest city. Victor Nyoni, head of a local business body, said the fuel prices would push up the cost of other goods. Businesses are likely to pass on the higher transport costs to the consumer. Government 'against the people' The president's announcement came after fuel shortages which began in October last year worsened in recent weeks with motorists sometimes spending nights in fuel pump queues that stretch for kilometres. The Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) said the government had demonstrated a lack of empathy for the already-overburdened poor. "The government has officially declared its anti-worker, anti-poor and anti-people ideological position," it said. "Workers' salaries have been reduced to nothing and our suffering elevated to another level." Nelson Chamisa, who heads the opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) said the situation was "descending into a humanitarian crisis". Evan Mawarire, a cleric and activist who led the 2016 anti-government protests that shut down major cities, said: "You have cornered us and you leave us no choice. It's time to mobilise every person who truly loves Zimbabwe." 'Piecemeal solutions' "Those in government may not admit it but they know in their hearts that they have failed," said Edmore Phiri, a tired-looking motorist who had just spent a second night in a petrol queue in Avondale suburb. "We are not going anywhere with these piecemeal solutions that are not solutions. "You can’t have a country where people sleep in cars for days for a commodity that should be readily available." Mnangagwa, who has pledged to revive the moribund economy, blamed the shortfall on increased fuel usage "compounded by rampant illegal currency and fuel trading activities". The government claims fuel prices were lower than in other regional countries, saying some foreigners were taking advantage and buying fuel in bulk for resale elsewhere. Mnangagwa said the new measures were aimed at curbing a burgeoning speculative parallel market in which fuel was being sold at five times the official price. "It's going to reduce demand for fuel because it's now a bit expensive and that will deal with speculative demand if it was there," said economist Godfrey Mugano. Mnangagwa also warned the government would deal harshly with those "bent on taking advantage of the current fuel shortages to cause and sponsor unrest and instability in the country". Government doctors went on a 40-day strike in early December, demanding salaries in US dollars and improved working conditions, while teachers' unions called a strike this week for better pay but their calls went largely unheeded. Although Mnangagwa announced a package of measures "to cushion government workers", he gave few details. Despite the price hike, diplomats and tourists would be able to access cheaper fuel at certain pumping stations. "The intention is to create a constant supply of fuel for diplomats and tourists to manage the country's image," said Mugano. "Those designated fuel stations will be able to restock easily from the sales they make in US dollars."

Anger as President Mnangagwa raises gas prices in Zimbabwe

Fuel prices continued to soar across the country on Monday, with diesel prices surging by 8 paise and 9 paise in four metropolitan cities.

While Delhi and Kolkata saw a hike of 8 paise, a litre of diesel has increased by 9 paise in Mumbai and Chennai.

After the revision of the rates, diesel in Delhi is being retailed at Rs 75.46 per litre and Rs 77. 31 per litre in Kolkata.

In Mumbai, diesel touched Rs 79. 11 per litre mark, while the same is being retailed at Rs 79.80 per litre in Chennai.

Meanwhile, Petrol remained stagnant and&nbsp;is being sold at 82.74 per litre in Delhi, while in Mumbai it is priced at 88.18 per lire.

Fuel prices have been witnessing a steep rise since the past few months. While the Opposition has repeatedly blamed the union government for not doing enough to keep a check on prices, the latter has maintained that global crude oil prices and other international factors are causing a hike in prices of petroleum products.

Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is will hold a third annual meeting with chief executives of top global and Indian oil and gas companies to deliberate on ways to revive investment in oil and gas exploration and production.&nbsp;

Last week, Modi also chaired a high-level meeting with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in Delhi to discuss petroleum issues.

According to reports, the meeting discussion focused on increasing domestic oil production, subsidy borne by oil marketing companies and reducing imports to cut down the account deficit.&nbsp; 
&nbsp;

Fuel prices continued to soar across the country on Monday, with diesel prices surging by 8 paise and 9 paise in four metropolitan cities. While Delhi and Kolkata saw a hike of 8 paise, a litre of diesel has increased by 9 paise in Mumbai and Chennai.

Fuel prices continued to soar across the country on Monday, with diesel prices surging by 8 paise and 9 paise in four metropolitan cities. While Delhi and Kolkata saw a hike of 8 paise, a litre of diesel has increased by 9 paise in Mumbai and Chennai. After the revision of the rates, diesel in Delhi is being retailed at Rs 75.46 per litre and Rs 77. 31 per litre in Kolkata. In Mumbai, diesel touched Rs 79. 11 per litre mark, while the same is being retailed at Rs 79.80 per litre in Chennai. Meanwhile, Petrol remained stagnant and is being sold at 82.74 per litre in Delhi, while in Mumbai it is priced at 88.18 per lire. Fuel prices have been witnessing a steep rise since the past few months. While the Opposition has repeatedly blamed the union government for not doing enough to keep a check on prices, the latter has maintained that global crude oil prices and other international factors are causing a hike in prices of petroleum products. Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is will hold a third annual meeting with chief executives of top global and Indian oil and gas companies to deliberate on ways to revive investment in oil and gas exploration and production. Last week, Modi also chaired a high-level meeting with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan in Delhi to discuss petroleum issues. According to reports, the meeting discussion focused on increasing domestic oil production, subsidy borne by oil marketing companies and reducing imports to cut down the account deficit.

Fuel hike: Diesel price increased by 9 paise in Mumbai, petrol unchanged

Fuel prices continued to soar on Friday, with petrol and diesel rates hiked by Rs 0.12 and 0.28 respectively in Delhi. Petrol in Delhi will be sold at Rs 82.48 per litre, diesel for the day will be at Rs 74.90 per litre.

In Mumbai, petrol and diesel prices were at Rs 87.94 per litre, an increase of Rs 0.12, and Rs 78.51 per litre, up by Rs 0.29, respectively.

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Fuel prices have been witnessing a steep rise since the past few months. While the Opposition has repeatedly blamed the union government for not doing enough to keep a check on prices, the latter has maintained that global crude oil prices and other international factors are causing a hike in prices of petroleum products.

On October 4, the union government had announced a cut of Rs 2.50 per litre on both petrol and diesel prices after curbing excise duty on the commodity by Rs 1.50 per litre.&nbsp;

While making the announcement, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had also recommended all state governments to slash rates by a further Rs 2.5 to make fuel cheaper by Rs 5. 
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Fuel prices continued to soar on Friday, with petrol and diesel rates hiked by Rs 0.12 and 0.28 respectively in Delhi. Petrol in Delhi will be sold at Rs 82.48 per litre, diesel for the day will be at Rs 74.

Fuel prices continued to soar on Friday, with petrol and diesel rates hiked by Rs 0.12 and 0.28 respectively in Delhi. Petrol in Delhi will be sold at Rs 82.48 per litre, diesel for the day will be at Rs 74.90 per litre. In Mumbai, petrol and diesel prices were at Rs 87.94 per litre, an increase of Rs 0.12, and Rs 78.51 per litre, up by Rs 0.29, respectively. Petrol and diesel prices in #Delhi are Rs 82.48 per litre (increase by Rs 0.12) and Rs 74.90 (increase by Rs 0.28) respectively. Petrol and diesel prices in #Mumbai are Rs 87.94 per litre (increase by Rs 0.12) and Rs 78.51 per litre (increase by Rs 0.29) respectively. pic.twitter.com/a6xLXlTH6y — ANI (@ANI) October 12, 2018 × Fuel prices have been witnessing a steep rise since the past few months. While the Opposition has repeatedly blamed the union government for not doing enough to keep a check on prices, the latter has maintained that global crude oil prices and other international factors are causing a hike in prices of petroleum products. On October 4, the union government had announced a cut of Rs 2.50 per litre on both petrol and diesel prices after curbing excise duty on the commodity by Rs 1.50 per litre. While making the announcement, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had also recommended all state governments to slash rates by a further Rs 2.5 to make fuel cheaper by Rs 5.

Fuel prices continue to rise, petrol sells at Rs 87.94 a litre in Mumbai

Petrol and diesel prices increased again on Thursday by Rs 0.10 and Rs 0.27 respectively in the national capital. Petrol in Delhi will be sold at Rs 82.36 per litre, diesel for the day will be at Rs 74.62 per litre.

In Mumbai, petrol and diesel prices were at Rs 87.82 per litre, an increase of Rs 0.9, and Rs 78.22 per litre, up by Rs 0.29, respectively.

On Wednesday petrol remained unchanged at 82.26 but diesel, however, rose to&nbsp;74.35 per litre, increased by Rs 0.24 per litre, in Delhi and Rs 77.93, up by Rs 0.25 per litre, in Mumbai.&nbsp;

Fuel prices have been rising unabated even after the Central government last Thursday announced a relief of Rs 2.50 on petrol and diesel prices. Various state governments also provided a relief of Rs 2.50 to give a &nbsp;cumulative relief of Rs 5 on fuel prices to the customers.&nbsp;

The Finance Minister in his address noted that the world crude prices this year have witnessed an all-time high. He also added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been concerned about the escalating fuel prices in the country.&nbsp;

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Petrol and diesel prices increased again on Thursday by Rs 0.10 and Rs 0.27 respectively in the national capital. Petrol in Delhi will be sold at Rs 82.36 per litre, diesel for the day will be at Rs 74.

Petrol and diesel prices increased again on Thursday by Rs 0.10 and Rs 0.27 respectively in the national capital. Petrol in Delhi will be sold at Rs 82.36 per litre, diesel for the day will be at Rs 74.62 per litre. In Mumbai, petrol and diesel prices were at Rs 87.82 per litre, an increase of Rs 0.9, and Rs 78.22 per litre, up by Rs 0.29, respectively. On Wednesday petrol remained unchanged at 82.26 but diesel, however, rose to 74.35 per litre, increased by Rs 0.24 per litre, in Delhi and Rs 77.93, up by Rs 0.25 per litre, in Mumbai. Fuel prices have been rising unabated even after the Central government last Thursday announced a relief of Rs 2.50 on petrol and diesel prices. Various state governments also provided a relief of Rs 2.50 to give a cumulative relief of Rs 5 on fuel prices to the customers. The Finance Minister in his address noted that the world crude prices this year have witnessed an all-time high. He also added that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been concerned about the escalating fuel prices in the country.

Petrol prices up again, selling at Rs 82.36 a litre in Delhi

Prices for petrol and diesel were cut by nine paise on Saturday.

In Delhi, petrol now costs Rs 78.20 a litre, and diesel costs Rs 69.11 per litre.

On Friday, price for petrol was Rs 78.29 per litre, while diesel price was Rs 69.20 a litre in the national capital.

The revised petrol prices in other metro cities are - Rs 80.84 in Kolkata, Rs 86.01 in Mumbai and Rs 81.19 in Chennai.

Meanwhile, the revised diesel prices in other metro cities are - Rs 71.66 in Kolkata, Rs 73.58 in Mumbai and 72.97 in Chennai.&nbsp

In Delhi, petrol now costs Rs 78.20 a litre, and diesel costs Rs 69.11 per litre

Prices for petrol and diesel were cut by nine paise on Saturday. In Delhi, petrol now costs Rs 78.20 a litre, and diesel costs Rs 69.11 per litre. On Friday, price for petrol was Rs 78.29 per litre, while diesel price was Rs 69.20 a litre in the national capital. The revised petrol prices in other metro cities are - Rs 80.84 in Kolkata, Rs 86.01 in Mumbai and Rs 81.19 in Chennai. Meanwhile, the revised diesel prices in other metro cities are - Rs 71.66 in Kolkata, Rs 73.58 in Mumbai and 72.97 in Chennai.

Petrol, diesel prices cut by 9 paise per litre

Petroleum minister Dharmendra Pradhan said today that the government was deliberating on an immediate solution to control the rising fuel prices and that apart from the Goods and Services Tax (GST), other ways were also being thought of to ease the situation.

The petroleum minister also asked the Odisha government to reduce the Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products to contain the cascading effect on rising fuel prices.

"The oil ministry is of the view to bring petroleum products under the purview of the GST in order to bring down the prices of petrol and diesel. We are deliberating on an immediate solution to this problem till that time," Pradhan told reporters here.

"We will certainly find a way out to deal with the situation," he said.

The union minister said the central government had in October last year reduced the excise on fuel by Rs 2 per litre keeping in view the interest of the poor people. This time the Centre is looking at both short and long term solutions, he said.

The petroleum minister attributed the rising oil prices to "circumstances in the international market" because of which the value of the Indian rupee had reduced in comparison to the dollar leading to the surge in oil prices.

"The political differences between two oil-producing countries Iran and Venezuela has been a major cause behind the rise in the price of fuel in the international market," he said.

Odisha Finance Minister SB Behera criticised Pradhan and accused him of "evading responsibility."

"The reasons that the union oil minister is giving is not justified. He is telling this to suppress the central government's inability to deal with the situation. The price of petrol and diesel will automatically come down if the centre reduces excise duty," he said.

On Pradhan's suggestions to include petroleum products under GST, Behera said, "All the state governments will take a decision in regard to the proposal of including petroleum products under GST. Now the Centre should not escape from its responsibility."

Both opposition Congress and ruling BJD in Odisha have launched agitations against the spiralling prices of petrol and diesel.&nbsp

(With inputs from agencies)

Dharmendra Pradhan saidthat the government was deliberating on an immediate solution to control the rising fuel prices and that apart from the Goods and Services Tax, other ways were also being thought of to ease the situation

Petroleum minister Dharmendra Pradhan said today that the government was deliberating on an immediate solution to control the rising fuel prices and that apart from the Goods and Services Tax (GST), other ways were also being thought of to ease the situation. The petroleum minister also asked the Odisha government to reduce the Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum products to contain the cascading effect on rising fuel prices. "The oil ministry is of the view to bring petroleum products under the purview of the GST in order to bring down the prices of petrol and diesel. We are deliberating on an immediate solution to this problem till that time," Pradhan told reporters here. "We will certainly find a way out to deal with the situation," he said. The union minister said the central government had in October last year reduced the excise on fuel by Rs 2 per litre keeping in view the interest of the poor people. This time the Centre is looking at both short and long term solutions, he said. The petroleum minister attributed the rising oil prices to "circumstances in the international market" because of which the value of the Indian rupee had reduced in comparison to the dollar leading to the surge in oil prices. "The political differences between two oil-producing countries Iran and Venezuela has been a major cause behind the rise in the price of fuel in the international market," he said. Odisha Finance Minister SB Behera criticised Pradhan and accused him of "evading responsibility." "The reasons that the union oil minister is giving is not justified. He is telling this to suppress the central government's inability to deal with the situation. The price of petrol and diesel will automatically come down if the centre reduces excise duty," he said. On Pradhan's suggestions to include petroleum products under GST, Behera said, "All the state governments will take a decision in regard to the proposal of including petroleum products under GST. Now the Centre should not escape from its responsibility." Both opposition Congress and ruling BJD in Odisha have launched agitations against the spiralling prices of petrol and diesel. (With inputs from agencies)

GST is one way: Petroleum minister on curbing rising fuel prices

Opposition Congress and NCP on Thursday hit out at the Centre and Maharashtra government over the fuel price hike and questioned the silence of those who had attacked the previous UPA-led dispensation over the issue.

Maharashtra NCP chief Jayant Patil said the fuel price hike is breaking every past record.

"The promise of 'achhe din' was a jumla (rhetoric). Once upon a time, these BJP leaders used to give extempore speeches against petrol price rise, but now they can't even give a simple clarification," he said.

Accusing the BJP at the Centre and state of filling its own coffers by levying taxes on petrol and diesel, Patil said, "The costliest fuel in the world is sold in India...And the costliest in the country is sold in Maharashtra."

The former state finance minister said if the government decreases VAT on petrol/diesel, there will be some relief. "The Centre should reduce excise duty on petrol/ diesel," he said.

Mumbai Congress president Sanjay Nirupam led a protest against fuel price hike at Kalina in suburban Mumbai. The Western Express Highway witnessed traffic jams during the peak hours as a result.

"Those who questioned us frequently are quiet...Where are their sensitivities now. Why are they not challenging the government now?," he asked.

Highlighting old tweets of celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Akshay Kumar, former Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi, among others, in which they had criticised the fuel hike in 2012, Nirupam sought to know on Twitter why they were not speaking over the issue now.

The Congress protest, which started at Kalina, ended at the Collector's office in Bandra.

Nirupam said the Congress is openly questioning them, just like many on the social media, regarding their silence over the current fuel price, which have hit an all-time high.

"This clearly shows that the 'suit-boot ki sarkaar' is only interested in looting the people of India. They have no interest in making the lives of the common people any easier," he said.

"This is not just affecting the commuters' lives, but also every household with all vegetable prices having shot up by 25 per cent. As recently as yesterday, the prices of petrol were almost Rs 85 per litre and that of diesel Rs 72.76 per litre in Mumbai. This amounts to nothing but murdering the common people- one day at a time," he said.&nbsp

Opposition Congress and NCP questioned the silence of those who had attacked the previous UPA-led dispensation over the issue

Opposition Congress and NCP on Thursday hit out at the Centre and Maharashtra government over the fuel price hike and questioned the silence of those who had attacked the previous UPA-led dispensation over the issue. Maharashtra NCP chief Jayant Patil said the fuel price hike is breaking every past record. "The promise of 'achhe din' was a jumla (rhetoric). Once upon a time, these BJP leaders used to give extempore speeches against petrol price rise, but now they can't even give a simple clarification," he said. Accusing the BJP at the Centre and state of filling its own coffers by levying taxes on petrol and diesel, Patil said, "The costliest fuel in the world is sold in India...And the costliest in the country is sold in Maharashtra." The former state finance minister said if the government decreases VAT on petrol/diesel, there will be some relief. "The Centre should reduce excise duty on petrol/ diesel," he said. Mumbai Congress president Sanjay Nirupam led a protest against fuel price hike at Kalina in suburban Mumbai. The Western Express Highway witnessed traffic jams during the peak hours as a result. "Those who questioned us frequently are quiet...Where are their sensitivities now. Why are they not challenging the government now?," he asked. Highlighting old tweets of celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Akshay Kumar, former Gujarat chief minister Narendra Modi, among others, in which they had criticised the fuel hike in 2012, Nirupam sought to know on Twitter why they were not speaking over the issue now. The Congress protest, which started at Kalina, ended at the Collector's office in Bandra. Nirupam said the Congress is openly questioning them, just like many on the social media, regarding their silence over the current fuel price, which have hit an all-time high. "This clearly shows that the 'suit-boot ki sarkaar' is only interested in looting the people of India. They have no interest in making the lives of the common people any easier," he said. "This is not just affecting the commuters' lives, but also every household with all vegetable prices having shot up by 25 per cent. As recently as yesterday, the prices of petrol were almost Rs 85 per litre and that of diesel Rs 72.76 per litre in Mumbai. This amounts to nothing but murdering the common people- one day at a time," he said.

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