Petrol and diesel prices hike LIVE: Government hikes price by ₹3 per litre, Congress lashes out
Oil-marketing companies increased petrol and diesel prices by ₹3 across all variants on Friday, May 15, 2026, in response to pressure on fuel supplies due to the ongoing West Asia conflict. The Centre implemented this price hike nationwide, affecting both regular and premium petrol and diesel products, as well as high-octane options. Petrol prices rose to ₹97.77 per litre in Delhi and ₹107.97 per litre in Jaipur, while diesel prices climbed to ₹90.67 per litre in Delhi and ₹93.23 per litre in Jaipur.
26 MAY 2026
— The Hindu
India is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to mitigate the impact of global energy market disruptions on its consumers.
— The Hindu
Farmers across multiple Indian states are experiencing fuel shortages due to price hikes implemented by the Centre to mitigate losses for oil marketing companies.
31 MAY 2026
— Livemint
India's reliance on Gulf region imports for crude oil, natural gas, and LPG was disrupted due to the US-Iran conflict, leading to concerns about supply disruptions.
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