Huge fall of 6% in crude oil, has petrol become cheaper in your city? Know the latest rates of March 25:

New Delhi: Amidst the turmoil in the international market, today, March 25, 2026, the country’s oil marketing companies (OMCs) have released new prices of petrol and diesel. Globally, crude oil has fallen by more than 6% amid reports of diplomatic pressure from America to end the Iran war. However, currently oil prices remain stable in the Indian markets. According to the rates released at 6 am, no major change has been seen in fuel prices from metros to small towns.

Condition of metropolitan cities: Relief in Delhi, most expensive oil in Hyderabad.

The prices of petrol and diesel have remained at their old levels in the four major metros of the country. While in Delhi petrol is below ₹95, in Hyderabad it is being sold above ₹107.

Latest figures from other big cities

There is also a stable trend in prices in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Rajasthan. There is a huge difference in the rates of Lucknow and Jaipur:

Lucknow: Petrol ₹94.69 | Diesel ₹87.80

Jaipur: Petrol ₹104.72 | Diesel ₹90.21

Patna: Petrol ₹105.58 | Diesel ₹93.80

Bengaluru: Petrol ₹102.92 | Diesel ₹89.02

Chandigarh: Petrol ₹94.30 | Diesel ₹82.45

Impact of international market and dollar

Fuel prices mainly depend on three factors. First, the price of crude oil in the international market, which has fallen significantly today. Second, the rupee against the dollar, which today 34 paise strong Is open. Third, tax (VAT) imposed by the central and state governments. This is the reason why the prices of petrol and diesel differ due to tax rates in different states.

Reason for price stability since last 2 years

Petrol and diesel prices in India have remained largely stable since the cut in excise duty by the central government in May 2022. Despite global fluctuations, government oil companies try to keep domestic prices under control so that the general public does not have to bear the additional burden of inflation.

How to check rates at home through SMS

Now you do not need to visit the petrol pump. You can know the latest rates in your city by just sending a message:

Indian Oil: RSP in SMS write and 9224992249 send over.

BPCL: RSP in SMS write and 9223112222 send over.

HPCL: HP Price in SMS write and 9222201122 send over.

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