Petrol, and Diesel prices in Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Noida, and Gurugram on March 13, 2023
Petrol, Diesel Prices Today On 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 have also declined. Today, oil prices have fallen in many cities of UP and Bihar too. Meanwhile, the price of crude in the global market has again fallen below $83. Meanwhile, oil marketing companies in the country have released the latest rates for petrol and diesel. In India, fuel prices are revised every morning at 6 am. Before June 2017, price revision was done every 15 days.
In India, the pricing of petrol and diesel is subject to influences like freight charges, value-added tax (VAT), and local taxes, resulting in different rates across states.
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Petrol Diesel Price Today Rate Changes
In Assam, petrol has declined by 29 paise to Rs 98.33 and diesel has declined 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, petrol has decreased by 87 paise to Rs 100.65 and diesel has decreased 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 decreased by 3 paise to Rs 103.88 and diesel has decreased by 2 paise to Rs 95.50 per liter. 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.
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Petrol Diesel Price Today In India (Check city-wise rate list below)
Mumbai Petrol & Diesel Price
As of March 13, the price of petrol in Mumbai continued to exceed the Rs 100 mark, reaching Rs 106.31 per litre, while diesel was priced at Rs 94.27 per litre.
Delhi Diesel Price Today
As of March 13, the cost of diesel is priced at Rs 89.62 per litre.
Delhi Petrol Price Today
As of March 13, the cost of petrol in Delhi is Rs 96.72 per litre.
Check city-wise petrol and diesel prices on March 13:
| CITY | PETROL PRICE (RS/LITRE) | DIESEL PRICE (RS/LITRE) |
| Chennai | 102.63 | 94.24 |
| Kolkata | 106.03 | 92.76 |
| Noida | 96.79 | 89.96 |
| Lucknow | 96.57 | 89.76 |
| Bengaluru | 101.94 | 87.89 |
| Hyderabad | 109.66 | 97.82 |
| Jaipur | 108.48 | 93.72 |
| Trivandrum | 109.73 | 98.53 |
| Bhubaneswar | 103.19 | 94.75 |
In India, fuel prices have remained steady since May 2022, following a reduction in fuel taxes by the central government and several states.
Fuel retail prices are adjusted by OMCs daily at 6 am based on the global price of crude oil. The government oversees fuel prices through mechanisms such as excise tax, base pricing, and price caps.
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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 as such, its price directly influences the ultimate cost of these fuels.
The exchange rate between the Indian rupee and the 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 on petrol and diesel are imposed by both the central and state governments. These taxes may differ across states, exerting a notable influence on the ultimate prices of petrol and diesel.
The cost of refining:
The final price of petrol and diesel is additionally influenced by the expenses incurred in refining crude oil into these fuels. The refining process can be costly, and the refining expenses may fluctuate based on factors like the type of crude oil utilised and the efficiency of the refinery.
The demand for petrol and diesel: The demand for petrol and diesel can also affect their prices. If demand for these fuels increases, it can lead to higher prices.
