Bangladesh has increased petrol and kerosene prices for the second time in six weeks. This move is expected to fuel inflation in the nation. The new rates are effective from Monday. Petrol now costs 140 taka per litre and kerosene 135 taka per litre. Diesel prices remain unchanged. The government cites international petroleum product price changes for the revision.

Bangladesh has increased petrol and kerosene prices for the second time in six weeks. This move is expected to fuel inflation in the nation. The new rates are effective from…

DHAKA, June 1 — Bangladesh raised fuel prices today, six weeks after the previous increase, as the government seeks to ease pressure on state finances affected by the conflict...