Govt increases petrol price by Rs5.44, diesel by Rs31.05 per litre for next three days

The government increased petrol prices by Rs5.44 and diesel by Rs31.05 per litre for three days starting July 18, citing higher import premiums and global prices due to regional tensions. The Petroleum Minister announced daily fuel pricing adjustments effective immediately, replacing weekly revisions, with the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority responsible for setting prices based on international market trends.