Petrol, diesel prices hiked again; check rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai
Petrol and diesel prices have been increased for the fourth time this month, with petrol rising by Rs. 2.61 and diesel by Rs. 2.71 per litre. This increase is attributed to the impact of surging international crude prices and ongoing uncertainties in the global energy market. The cumulative rise in fuel prices since May 15 has reached nearly Rs. 7.5 per litre.
- ▪In Delhi, petrol prices have increased from ₹99.51 to ₹102.12 per litre.
- ▪In Mumbai, petrol is now retailing at ₹111.21 per litre after a hike of Rs. 2.72.
- ▪The latest price hikes come amid concerns over crude supply disruptions due to geopolitical tensions.
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- ▪ Petrol, diesel prices increased by Rs 7.5 in two weeks - check fuel rates in your city — Times of India — Top
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Petrol, diesel prices hiked again; check rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, ChennaiIn Delhi, petrol prices have been increased by Rs. 2.61 in Delhi from ₹99.51 to Rs. 102.12,Updated on: May 25, 2026 6:55 AM ISTBy HT News DeskShare viaCopy link Petrol and diesel prices were hiked for the fourth time this month on Monday, with petrol prices rising by Rs. 2.61 per litre and diesel by Rs. 2.71 per litre, as state-owned oil marketing companies continued to pass on the impact of surging international crude prices to consumers.Patna: Consumers wait at a petrol station amid multiple hikes in fuel prices.
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