The fluctuating prices of petrol and diesel have an impact on our pockets. Therefore, we keep an eye on its rate. Even today, on the petrol-diesel front, the common man is relieved amid rising prices of crude oil in the international market. Domestic oil companies have not made any change in the rate of petrol and diesel for the 23rd consecutive day. Before this, on February 27, the price of petrol-diesel was increased.
Crude prices became expensive by about $ 4 per barrel for 16 consecutive days between February 10 and February 26 last month. During this time, the domestic oil companies increased the price of petrol and diesel by about 4 to 5 rupees per liter. But, after February 26, the price of crude has gone up by more than $ 8, but during this period, only on February 27, there has been a slight increase.
Petrol prices in major cities
- Delhi (Delhi Petrol Price Today): Rs 91.17 per liter
- Mumbai (Mumbai Petrol Price Today): Rs. 97.57 per liter
- Kolkata (Kolkata Petrol Price Today): Rs 91.35 per liter
- Chennai Petrol Price Today: Rs 93.11 per liter
- Noida Petrol Price Today: Rs 89.38 per liter
Diesel prices in major cities
- Delhi (Delhi Diesel Price Today): Rs 81.47 per liter
- Mumbai (Mumbai Diesel Price Today): Rs 88.60 per liter
- Kolkata Diesel Price Today: Rs 84.35 per liter
- Chennai Diesel Price Today: Rs 86.45 per liter
- Noida (Diesel Price Today): Rs 81.91 per liter
Crude oil became costlier
In the international market, the price of crude oil increased by up to 2.37 percent. However, amidst the growing cases of corona virus epidemic worldwide, once again a period of lockdown and various restrictions has begun. Brent crude gained 1.98 percent to reach $ 64.53 a barrel. Whereas, West Texas Intermediate ie WTI crude has jumped 2.4 percent to reach $ 61.42 per barrel.
Check the price of petrol and diesel in your city like this
You can also know the price of petrol and diesel in your city through SMS. For this, you have to make a message from your phone and you get the complete detail on your phone. Write RSP and your city code in your mobile and send it to number 9224992249. Petrol and diesel rates will come to your city immediately on your mobile. The code for each city is different, which you will find on the IOC website. If you want, you can also install the mobile app of IOC.
Will petrol-diesel come under the purview of GST
The central government is showing interest in bringing petroleum products under the ambit of Goods and Services Tax. There have been reports in many media reports that the Center is considering this at the internal level. However, the GST Council will take a final decision to bring petroleum products under the purview of GST.