Petrol and Diesel Prices Stable: No Major Changes in Metro Cities; Some States Revise Rates
Petrol and diesel prices remained largely steady across major metropolitan cities today. While national benchmark rates show little movement, a handful of states implemented modest state-level revisions due to local tax updates and logistical cost adjustments. Below is a quick, easy-to-scan update for motorists, fleet operators and consumers tracking fuel costs ahead of the coming weeks.
City-wise Snapshot: Metro Rates (Representative)
These are illustrative city-level retail prices — always check your local dealer or oil company app for minute-by-minute updates.
| City | Petrol (₹/L) | Diesel (₹/L) | Change (24h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹100.00 | ₹89.00 | — |
| Mumbai | ₹118.50 | ₹102.20 | — |
| Kolkata | ₹110.30 | ₹94.60 | — |
| Chennai | ₹109.90 | ₹96.10 | — |
Note: Table values are representative sample figures for readability. For precise, up-to-date prices for your city, consult official oil company rate tables (IOCL, BPCL, HPCL) or their mobile apps.
Why Some States Still Revise Prices
Even when central refinery/benchmark prices remain steady, retail petrol and diesel prices vary because of:
- State VAT & cesses: Different states set different Value Added Tax (VAT) rates on fuels.
- Transport & logistics: Additional hauling costs for remote areas can push retail prices up.
- One-off state policy moves: Temporary cess changes or surcharge adjustments announced by state governments.
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- How to Calculate Fuel Cost per KM — Easy Formula
- Statewise Fuel Price Comparison — Which State Is Cheapest?
Quick How-To: Calculate Your Fuel Cost per km
Formula: Cost per km = Price per litre ÷ Real-world km per litre
Example: If diesel = ₹94/L and your vehicle gives 18 km/L, cost per km = ₹94 ÷ 18 ≈ ₹5.22 per km.
Impact on Consumers and Businesses
- Households: Stable pump prices ease short-term budget planning for commuting and travel.
- Commercial transport: Fleet operators still monitor diesel closely — small changes compound over large mileage.
- Inflation: Stable fuel prices help moderate transport-led inflation pressures, but food and input costs remain other drivers.
Where to Track Official Updates
For authoritative, minute-by-minute price updates, use:
- Official oil company portals: IOCL, BPCL, HPCL
- Oil company mobile apps and helplines
- State government notifications for VAT/cess changes
- Trusted national news outlets and business sections
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are prices different between cities?
Differences are mainly due to state taxes (VAT), dealer margins, and logistics costs. Coastal cities with local refineries may have lower transport costs than landlocked regions.
Do international crude prices affect retail pump prices immediately?
Retail prices are influenced by international crude oil movements, refining margins, currency fluctuations and taxes. Changes in crude often filter through over days to weeks, not instantly.
Will stable fuel prices continue?
Short-term stability depends on crude oil trends, currency movements and domestic tax decisions. Motorists should monitor official channels and market indicators for likely shifts.
If you want, I can add a lightweight fuel-cost calculator widget (JS) to this post to help readers compute cost per km — say the word and I’ll include the code snippet ready for Blogger.