Petrol and diesel became Rs 3 costlier last week, and your monthly budget is set to feel a little heavier. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has pushed global fuel prices higher, tightening energy supplies, with countries adopting a range of measures to manage the pressure.

The latest adjustment marks a rare shift after a long period of steady rates

A hike in petrol and diesel prices has been in the offing for some weeks now, and hence today’s Rs 3 per litre raise comes as no surprise. This is especially true since there is…

The government raises petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3/litre amid global crude price surge and inflation concerns.