Petrol, and Diesel prices in Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Noida, and Gurugram on March 14, 2023
Petrol, Diesel Prices Today On March 14, 2024: Crude oil prices continue to change in the international market. At around 6 am on Thursday, WTI crude is being sold at $ 79.88 per barrel, up 0.21%. At the same time, Brent crude is trading at $ 84.20 per barrel, increasing by 0.21%. 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 Maharashtra, the price of petrol has fallen by 42 paise and that of diesel by 40 paise. Petrol and diesel have become cheaper by 21 paise in Uttar Pradesh. Today petrol and diesel have become cheaper by 17 paise in Rajasthan. In Bihar, the price of petrol and diesel has increased by 19 paise and 18 paise respectively. In Madhya Pradesh, petrol became costlier by 11 paise and diesel by 10 paise on Thursday. Apart from this, petrol has become cheaper by 50 paise and diesel by 49 paise in Chhattisgarh. The rates of petrol and diesel have been reduced in Himachal Pradesh. At the same time, the prices of petrol and diesel have also increased in Andhra Pradesh.
Petrol Diesel Price Today In India (Check city-wise rate list below)
Mumbai Petrol & Diesel Price
As of March 14, 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 14, the cost of diesel is priced at Rs 89.62 per litre.
Delhi Petrol Price Today
As of March 14, the cost of petrol in Delhi is Rs 96.72 per litre.
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Check city-wise petrol and diesel prices on March 14:
| 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.
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.
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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.
