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Fuel Prices Unchanged Today: Check Latest Petrol Diesel Rates in Major Cities!
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News18•22-09-2026, 14:23
Fuel Prices Unchanged Today: Check Latest Petrol Diesel Rates in Major Cities!
- •Petrol and diesel prices remain unchanged in most major cities across India on September 22.
- •Delhi: Petrol ₹102.12, Diesel ₹95.20; Bengaluru: Petrol ₹111.68, Diesel ₹99.56.
- •Fuel prices in India are determined by international crude oil prices, rupee-dollar exchange rates, freight charges, excise duty, and state VAT.
- •India imports about 85% of its crude oil, making domestic prices sensitive to global market fluctuations.
- •Excise duty by the central government, VAT by state governments, and a weakening rupee against the dollar contribute to higher fuel costs.
Key Questions Answered
Petrol and diesel prices in India depend on international crude oil prices, the rupee's status against the dollar, freight charges, excise duty, and VAT imposed by state governments. Because these tax structures and transport costs differ by region, fuel prices vary across different states and cities.
India imports approximately 85% of its crude oil needs from abroad. Consequently, any rise in crude oil prices within the global market directly increases domestic fuel expenses.
Oil marketing companies such as IOC, BPCL, and HPCL review and update petrol and diesel prices daily at 6 AM.
