Latest prices of petrol, diesel announced: Check rates in your city on March 13

Petrol, diesel prices today March 13, 2024 , The impact of softening oil and gas prices in the global market is also visible on the domestic retail market. CNG became cheaper in the National Capital Region on Thursday morning, while the prices of petrol and diesel also declined. Today, oil prices have also fallen in many cities of UP and Bihar. Meanwhile, the price of crude oil in the global market has again fallen below $83. Meanwhile, oil marketing companies in the country have released the latest rates of petrol and diesel. In India, fuel prices are changed every day at 6 am. Before June 2017, prices were revised every 15 days.

In India, the price of petrol and diesel is subject to influences such as freight charges, value added tax (VAT) and local taxes, resulting in different rates across states.

Change in the price of petrol diesel today

In Assam, petrol has declined by 29 paise to Rs 98.33 and diesel by 28 paise to Rs 90.63 per litre. In Bihar, petrol has decreased by 19 paise to Rs 109.18 and diesel has decreased by 18 paise to Rs 95.83 per liter.

In Chhattisgarh, petrol has decreased by 5 paise to Rs 103.58 and diesel has decreased by 4 paise to Rs 96.55 per liter. In Himachal, petrol has decreased by 8 paise to Rs 95.62 and diesel has decreased by 8 paise to Rs 87.84 per liter. In Jammu and Kashmir, the price of petrol has decreased by 87 paise to Rs 100.65 and diesel by 72 paise to Rs 85.88 per liter. In Jharkhand, petrol has decreased by 2 paise to Rs 100.21 and diesel has decreased by 3 paise to Rs 95.00 per liter.

In Karnataka, petrol has decreased by 2 paise to Rs 102.60 and diesel has decreased by 2 paise to Rs 88.51 per liter. In Tamil Nadu, petrol has declined by 3 paise to Rs 103.88 and diesel by 2 paise to Rs 95.50 per litre. In West Bengal, petrol has decreased by 25 paise to Rs 107.26 and diesel has decreased by 24 paise to Rs 93.90 per liter.

At the same time, today petrol and diesel have become expensive in Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Nagaland, Odisha, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

Petrol Diesel Price in India Today (See City Wise Rate List Below)

Mumbai petrol and diesel price

As of March 13, petrol prices in Mumbai continued to cross Rs 100, reaching Rs 106.31 per litre, while diesel prices stood at Rs 94.27 per litre.

Delhi diesel price today

As of March 13, the price of diesel is Rs 89.62 per liter.

Delhi petrol price today

As of March 13, the price of petrol in Delhi is Rs 96.72 per liter.

Check city wise petrol and diesel prices on March 13 ,

In India, fuel prices have remained stable since May 2022, following cuts in fuel taxes by the central government and several states.

Retail prices of fuel are adjusted daily by OMCs at 6 am based on the global price of crude oil. The government monitors fuel prices through mechanisms such as excise duty, base pricing and price caps.

Factors affecting petrol and diesel prices in India

Crude Oil Price: The primary raw material for the production of petrol and diesel is crude oil, and thus, its price directly affects the final cost of these fuels.

Exchange rates between Indian Rupee and US Dollar: As a major importer of crude oil, India's petrol and diesel prices are also influenced by the exchange rate between the Indian rupee and the US dollar.

Tax: Various taxes are imposed on petrol and diesel by both the central and state governments. These taxes may vary from state to state, which can significantly impact the final prices of petrol and diesel.

The final price of petrol and diesel is also affected by the cost of refining crude oil into these fuels. The refining process can be expensive, and refining expenses can fluctuate depending on factors such as the type of crude oil used and the efficiency of the refinery.

Demand for petrol and diesel: The demand for petrol and diesel can also affect their prices. If demand for these fuels increases, it could lead to higher prices.