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Our day starts not just with the first rays of the sun or a sip of tea, but also with the new prices of petrol and diesel in the morning news. These fuel prices are directly related to our and your pockets. Be it the household budget, the expense of going to office or the fare of vehicles carrying fruits and vegetables – even a slight change in the prices of petrol and diesel affects the entire economy.
Every day at 6 am, the country’s oil marketing companies (OMCs) release new fuel rates. At present, i.e. in the beginning of June 2026, due to increasing geopolitical tension in the Middle East (West Asia), the prices of crude oil in the international market will jump by more than 1%. crossed $97 per barrel Have arrived. Amidst this global turmoil, let us know at what price fuel is being sold in major cities of India today.
Latest prices of petrol and diesel in major cities of the country
The table given below gives the latest rates for major metros and cities of India, so that you can plan your travel better:
Why do prices change in different states?
If you notice, the price of petrol is much higher in Mumbai, Jaipur or Patna as compared to Delhi. The reason for this is that along with the central government, the state governments also impose their own tax on petrol and diesel. VAT and local tax Apply. Since tax rates are different in every state, there is a lot of difference in the retail price also.
Retail prices in the Indian market have remained in a stable range for a long time since the tax cut by the Central Government in May 2022 and subsequent decisions of several state governments, thereby avoiding sudden major shocks to domestic consumers despite huge fluctuations at the international level.
? 4 main basis for determining fuel prices
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Crude Oil Price: India buys most of its crude oil needs from other countries. When Brent crude becomes expensive in the global market, the cost in the country also increases.
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Dollar vs Rupee Exchange Rate: Oil is traded in the international market in US dollars. If the Indian rupee weakens against the dollar, companies have to pay more to import oil.
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Refining and Logistics Costs: Crude oil imported from abroad is converted into petrol and diesel in the country’s refineries, which also includes the cost of processing and transportation.
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Balance of demand and supply: When fuel consumption suddenly increases when the weather changes (such as increased travel in summer or festival season), the pressure on prices is clearly visible.
How to know the rate of your city sitting at home with just one SMS?
You do not need to go to the petrol pump every day or search through a long list. You can know the live rates instantly by sending a simple SMS from your mobile:
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Indian Oil (IOCL) Customers: in your phone’s message box rsp [अपने शहर का कोड] type and it 9224992249 Send it to.
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Bharat Petroleum (BPCL) Customers: in the message rsp by writing 9223112222 Send to.
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Customers of Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL): in the message box HP Price type and 9222201122 Send it to.
