Published on, Sept. 16 -- September 16, 2025 6:25 AM

The government announced a slight increase in diesel rates while keeping the petrol price unchanged for the next fortnight. The Finance Division confirmed that the petrol price remains at Rs264.61 per litre, while the high-speed diesel (HSD) price rises by Rs2.78. The new HSD price now stands at Rs272.77 per litre, affecting both transporters and farmers across the country. This adjustment is expected to influence costs in several key sectors.

Previously, the government had chosen to freeze petrol prices while reducing diesel by Rs3 per litre. However, the latest revision reverses part of that relief. Petrol, commonly used in motorcycles, rickshaws, and small vehicles, continues to af...