Third hike for petrol, diesel in India amid Iran-US war: Check new rates
India has experienced its third hike in petrol and diesel prices this month due to rising global crude oil prices amid the Iran-US conflict. The latest increases have pushed petrol prices in Delhi to ₹99.51 per litre and diesel to ₹92.49 per litre. Analysts warn that further price hikes may occur if international crude prices remain high.
- ▪Petrol prices in Delhi have risen by 87 paise, while diesel rates increased by 91 paise.
- ▪This month alone, prices have increased by almost ₹5 per litre.
- ▪India imports over 88% of its crude oil, making it vulnerable to geopolitical disruptions.
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Third hike for petrol, diesel in India amid Iran-US war: Check new ratesThis is the third increase this month. Prices have risen by almost ₹5 per litre in just over a week.Updated on: May 23, 2026 7:00 AM ISTBy Rajeev JayaswalShare viaCopy link State-run fuel retailers on Saturday raised petrol prices by 87 paise and diesel rates by 91 paise. The latest hike pushes petrol prices in Delhi to ₹99.51 per litre, while diesel will cost ₹92.49 per litre, HT has found.Petrol, diesel prices rose again.
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