Petrol Diesel Price Today: Amidst the boiling of crude oil and falling rupee, what are the prices of petrol and diesel in your city today? Know the latest rates of March 28
Every morning at 6 am when the first rays of the sun fall on the earth, at the same time the country’s oil marketing companies (OMCs) release new prices of petrol and diesel. These prices directly affect the common man from his kitchen to the tank of his bike going to office. Today, on March 28, 2026, despite the surge in crude oil prices in the international market and the rupee reaching a historic low of 94.70 against the dollar, a special stability is being observed in the oil prices in the domestic market. What is the price of petrol and diesel in your city today? There is a difference in prices due to different VAT and local taxes in different states of India. Here is the latest list of major cities of the country:CityPetrol (per liter)Diesel (per liter)New Delhi₹94.72₹87.62Mumbai₹104.21₹92.15Kolkata₹103.94₹90.76Chennai₹100.75₹92.34Lucknow₹94.69₹ 87.80Bengaluru₹102.92₹89.02Hyderabad₹107.46₹95.70Jaipur₹104.72₹90.21Patna₹105.58₹93.80 Decline of Rs. 1000 and Crude Oil Mathematics: Currently, the Indian Rupee has reached its lowest ever level of 94.70 against the Dollar. Since India imports more than 80% of its crude oil needs and is paid for in dollars, buying oil becomes expensive when the rupee weakens. Along with this, due to Israel-Iran conflict, the prices of Brent crude have crossed $ 111 per barrel. Despite these double shocks, the government oil companies have not made any major changes in the prices at present, which is an immediate relief for the consumers. What are the factors that decide the fuel prices? Retail prices of fuel do not depend only on crude oil, but many complex factors work behind it: Price of Crude Oil: Prices fluctuate due to the decisions of OPEC countries and global tensions in the international market. Exchange Rate: Rupee against Dollar. Indian Oil: SMS ‘RSP
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