Petrol and diesel prices were increased by ₹3 per litre after four years as PSU oil companies faced mounting losses due to high crude oil prices. Shares of HPCL, BPCL and IOC fell up to 3% despite the fuel price revision.

Petrol-Diesel price hike explained: Why ₹3 increase may not be enough

Petrol cars are universally easier to resell due to wider market demand and lower maintenance. However, factory-fitted CNG vehicles hold strong resale value in metro cities where second-hand buyers want relief from expensive daily fuel costs.


‘Petrol vs CNG’: Which cars are easier to resell?

India has announced a hike in petrol and diesel prices, making fuel costlier across the country for the first time in four years. The move comes amid rising global energy pressures linked to the ongoing West Asia crisis and broader economic challenges.

Fuel Prices Hiked, Petrol and Diesel Become Costlier Nationwide

While premium petrol can offer a 1 to 2 per cent efficiency boost in high-performance vehicles, automotive experts confirm it provides almost no mileage benefit for standard everyday cars.


Does premium petrol really improve fuel economy?

Using your car's AC increases fuel consumption by up to 10 per cent at low speeds. However, at speeds over 50 mph, closing the windows and using the AC is more efficient to avoid massive aerodynamic drag.

How much extra fuel does your car AC really use?

Driving between 50 and 60 mph is widely considered the optimum speed for fuel efficiency, while exceeding 70 mph can increase your vehicle's fuel consumption by up to 15 per cent.


What is the best driving speed to save fuel?

Petrol and diesel prices in India could be reduced as global crude prices drop, but the situation remains uncertain due to ongoing volatility. A top oil ministry official stated that it’s difficult to predict whether rates will be cut before the Maharashtra elections, leaving consumers in suspense.

Indians See No Relief At The Pump Despite Falling Crude Oil Prices

Vegetable prices are skyrocketing in parts of India so much so that petrol is cheaper than tomatoes in some places. In certain cities, a kilogram of tomatoes costs 150 Indian rupees. The main reasons for this hike in fact are heat waves and heavy rainfall disrupting Supply chains. And it is not just Tomatoes prices of vegetables like ginger cauliflower and even chillies have shot up.

Petrol is cheaper than tomatoes in some Indian cities

Pakistani Finance Minister Miftah Ismail announced Thursday that the price of petrol has been moved up by PKR 30 to PKR 209.86, just a week after making a similar increase.

Pakistan government increases petrol price to PKR 209.86 per litre

Fuel prices continue to rise, with petrol and diesel prices increasing by 80 paise and 70 paise per litre on Tuesday, respectively, reaching over Rs 5 per litre following seven rate revisions in eight days.

India: Petrol costs Rs 100, pocket pinch leads to meme outbursts

Pakistan government on Tuesday announced the Rs12.03 hike in fuel prices, and with this, the prices of petroleum have reached a historic high in the country.

Pakistan increases petrol prices by Rs12.03 per litre

Despite a jump in prices, oil exporters are losing cash. World's biggest oil economies are still bleeding, while major oil companies are reporting staggering losses. The worst may be yet to come. WION's Palki Sharma tells you why.

Gravitas: Despite a price jump, major oil exporters are losing cash

Oil prices are skyrocketing in India. Global oil prices are touching new highs. Why are Indians paying so much for oil? Will we have to keep paying more? WION's Palki Sharma tells you how a meeting next month could decide what you pay for fuel.

Gravitas: 2 factors are dictating how much you spend on fuel

India is the world's third-largest oil market. It imports nearly 85% of its crude. Petrol prices in India have crossed 100 rupees/litre. What can the govt do to help consumers? WION's Palki Sharma has the details.

Gravitas: What's India's Oil Strategy?

For the sixth consecutive day, prices of petrol and diesel rose on Monday as they approach towards the highest-ever spike. As per the latest price revision by oil marketing companies, the price of petrol was hiked by 30 paise per litre (USD 0.

Petrol, diesel prices rise for sixth day in a row; set for all all-time high

Diesel price has surpassed the price of petrol for the second day in a row as fuel rate hiked for the 19th day on Thursday.

Diesel price crosses ₹80 mark in Delhi, petrol at ₹79.92

For the first time ever, Diesel has become more expensive than petrol in India's national capital. The surge in fuel prices has always been a politically-sensitive issue. The pandemic has just made it worse.

Gravitas: Diesel Costlier Than Petrol In New Delhi

For the first time, diesel price has surpassed the petrol as fuel rate hiked for the 18th day in a row on Wednesday.

For the first time, Diesel costlier than petrol in Delhi

Petrol and diesel prices witnessed a minor surge and stood at Rs 75.45 per litre and Rs 68.40 per litre respectively in Delhi and across major cities of the country on Saturday.

Delhi: Petrol price up 10 paise, diesel by 15 paise

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Fuel prices across the nation were slashed on Monday with petrol being sold at Rs 71.23 per litre, a cut of 0.7 paise in the national capital. While the diesel price was reduced by 0.

Petrol prices cut 7 paise, diesel by 20 paise nationwide

A day after petrol prices saw a dip after rising for six consecutive days, rates were hiked again on Thursday. In Delhi, petrol is now being sold at Rs 70.47 per litre after witnessing an increase of 0.

Fuel prices up again, petrol at Rs 70.47 per litre in Delhi, diesel at Rs 64.78 per litre

Petrol prices in national capital continued to witness a slump on Thursday with petrol and diesel now being sold at Rs 75.57 per litre and Rs 78.37 per litre, respectively.

Fuel prices continue to fall: Petrol at 75.57 per litre in Delhi

Fuel prices continued to witness a slump in the national capital on Friday, with petrol and diesel now being sold at Rs 77.10 per litre and 71.93 respectively. Compared to Wednesday, petrol and diesel prices witnessed a decrease of 0.

Petrol, diesel prices continue to fall in Delhi and Mumbai

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