Huge fall in the prices of crude oil, know what are the latest rates of petrol and diesel in your city today:

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New Delhi, Bureau.Every day starts not only with the rays of the sun but also with the new prices of petrol and diesel which directly impact your pocket and household budget. On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the country’s major oil marketing companies (OMCs) have released the latest fuel prices at 6 am. Amid ongoing global tensions and news of war in the Middle East, crude oil prices have fallen by more than 6% following US President Donald Trump’s peace signals. However, even today the prices in the Indian market remain stable, which has brought great relief to the general public.

Today’s petrol and diesel prices in major cities: at a glance

Prices vary across different metros and cities in the country due to differences in local tax (VAT) and freight charges. See the latest rates of major cities here:

City Petrol (per litre) Diesel (per litre)
New Delhi ₹94.72 ₹87.62
Mumbai ₹104.21 ₹92.15
Lucknow ₹94.69 ₹87.80
Patna ₹105.58 ₹93.80
Jaipur ₹104.72 ₹90.21
Bengaluru ₹102.92 ₹89.02
Kolkata ₹103.94 ₹90.76
Chennai ₹100.75 ₹92.34
Hyderabad ₹107.46 ₹95.70

Movement in the international market: Will prices reduce?

Brent crude oil at a time amid the Iran-Israel war in the Middle East $120 per barrel had reached. But after Trump’s recent statement that “the war is almost over” and Russia’s mediation, crude oil is now 92 dollars Has slipped to the level of. Experts believe that if the prices of crude oil remain below 100 dollars, then in the coming time, oil companies can give a big gift to the general public by cutting the prices of petrol and diesel.

Why do rates differ in your city?

The final price of fuel in India does not depend only on crude oil. There are several factors involved:

Government Tax: Excise duty of the central government and VAT of the state governments constitute about 40-50% of the retail price.

Dollar-Rupee Exchange: Since India imports 80% of its oil, the cost of oil increases when the rupee weakens against the dollar.

Dealer Commission: The commission paid to petrol pump owners is also added to the final price.

How to check the latest rates of your city without internet

If you want to know the exact prices before leaving home, you can get this information with just one SMS:

Indian Oil: RSP in SMS by writing 9224992249 send over.

BPCL: rsp by writing 9223112222 send over.

HPCL: HPPRICE by writing 9222201122 send over.