Petrol, and Diesel prices in Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Noida, and Gurugram on March 18, 2023
Petrol and Diesel Prices Cut Today On March 19, 2024: In the international market, WTI crude is selling at $82.67 per barrel with a drop of 0.06% at around 6 am on Tuesday. At the same time, Brent crude is trading at $86.87 per barrel with a drop of 0.02%. Let us tell you that oil companies have reduced the price of petrol and diesel by Rs 2 from March 15. At the same time, petrol and diesel have become cheaper by Rs 15 in Lakshadweep. In India, the latest fuel rates are released every morning at 6 am, so let us know how much has changed in the prices of petrol and diesel.
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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Check city-wise petrol and diesel prices on March 19:
Noida: Petrol Rs 94.83 per liter and diesel Rs 87.96 per liter
Gurugram: Petrol Rs 95.19 per liter and diesel Rs 88.05 per liter
Lucknow: Petrol Rs 94.65 per liter and diesel Rs 87.76 per liter
Chandigarh: Petrol Rs 94.24 per liter and diesel Rs 82.40 per liter
Jaipur: Petrol Rs 104.88 per liter and diesel Rs 90.36 per liter
Patna: Petrol Rs 105.18 per liter and diesel Rs 92.04 per liter
Hyderabad: Petrol Rs 107.41 per liter and diesel Rs 95.65 per liter
Bengaluru: Petrol Rs 99.84 per liter and diesel Rs 85.93 per liter
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Petrol-diesel prices in metros (Petrol Diesel Prices)
After this cut, the price of petrol in the national capital (Petrol Price Today in Delhi) is now Rs 94.72 per liter, which was earlier Rs 96.72 per liter. Whereas diesel (Diesel Price In Delhi) is Rs 87.62 per liter, which was earlier Rs 89.62 per liter. Today petrol has become Rs 104.21 per liter in Mumbai, Rs 103.94 in Kolkata and Rs 100.75 per liter in Chennai. Whereas the price of diesel has become Rs 92.15 per liter in Mumbai, Rs 90.76 in Kolkata and Rs 92.34 per liter in Chennai.
Rajasthan Govt Reduces VAT
On Thursday, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma also announced a 2% reduction in the VAT rate on petrol and diesel in the state, starting from Friday. Sharma stated that this VAT cut would provide relief ranging from Rs 1.40 to Rs 5.30 on petrol and from Rs 1.34 to Rs 4.85 on diesel for buyers. Currently, the Rajasthan government imposes a VAT of 31.04% on petrol and 19.30% on diesel
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.
