India fuel price hike: Fuel prices across India have been hiked for the third time in 10 days, with petrol up by 87 paise and diesel by 91 paise per litre. This comes as global crude volatility and Strait of Hormuz tensions continue to impact rates.

India fuel price hike: Petrol, diesel, CNG prices go up again; third price increase in 10 days. Here's how much you'll have to pay now

Petrol and diesel prices were hiked again on May 19, 2026. Check the latest fuel rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai amid global crude oil tensions

Petrol, diesel prices hiked again across India! Cost increased by 90 paise per litre. See city wise prices here

Switching off your engine for stops longer than 10 seconds saves petrol. Modern fuel injection uses minimal fuel to restart, eliminating idling waste and cutting daily costs.

'Idling vs. restarting': Does turning your engine off at red lights really save fuel?

Neglecting regular vehicle maintenance increases mechanical friction and reduces combustion efficiency. This leads to severe fuel loss, turning minor skipped services into massive petrol costs.

Does skipping regular car services slowly destroy your fuel economy?

April 2026 retail inflation hit 3.48 per cent. Silver surged 144.34 per cent, while everyday items like coconut, tomatoes, and personal care goods recorded steep double-digit price jumps in the latest index.

‘The inflation basket’: Which daily items have seen the biggest price jumps in 2026?

Turning off your car radio and headlights technically saves fuel, but the amount is negligible. Headlights reduce efficiency by just one per cent, while the stereo draws minimal power.

Does turning off the radio and headlights actually save fuel?

Charging a phone and using Bluetooth draws under 20 watts of power from the car alternator. This negligible electrical load reduces fuel efficiency by less than 0.05 per cent, costing barely a fraction of a Rupee over thousands of kilometres.


Does charging your phone and using your car’s Bluetooth waste fuel?

A full tank adds extra weight, slightly reducing your mileage. However, keeping fuel above the halfway mark prevents costly fuel pump overheating and stops internal moisture condensation.

‘Half-tank rule’: Does keeping your fuel tank full improve mileage?

Using car air conditioning reduces fuel economy by up to 10 per cent. At highway speeds, the AC is more efficient than the aerodynamic drag caused by open windows. City driving favours open windows.

Does driving with the AC on actually ruin your mileage?

PM Narendra Modi urged the people to reduce petrol and diesel consumption by using metros and public transport, opting for carpooling and preferring the railways to transport goods. He called for the revival of Covid-era measures, like work from home and virtual meetings.

‘Curb fuel use, avoid foreign travel and buying gold,’ PM Modi appeals nation to help tide over crisis

The Indian government debunked fuel hike rumours following the West Bengal elections, despite global crude price surges. Officials confirmed adequate supplies and urged citizens to avoid panic buying at stations.

No fuel hike post assembly election, govt debunks speculations. Details inside

State-run oil companies in India are considering a significant reduction in petrol and diesel prices next month following robust third-quarter results that are expected to surpass a combined net profit of ₹75,000 crore.