Petrol and diesel prices were once again hiked on Monday, May 25, 2026. Petrol became costlier Rs 2.61 per litre and diesel by Rs 2.71 per litre, making the fourth hike in less than two weeks. The hike in fuel prices were announced as state-owned firms continued to pass on rising international prices to consumers.
The last fuel hike was announced on Saturday (May 23) when petrol prices were raised by 87 paise and diesel prices went up by 91 paise. CNG prices were also increased in Delhi by Re 1 per kg to Rs 81.09 on Saturday.