Petrol price rises by Rs0.88, diesel by Rs0.53 per litre

According to Mettis Global, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority has raised ex-depot prices for petrol and high-speed diesel, effective October 21, 2026. Petrol now stands at Rs382.02 per litre after an increase of Rs0.88 from Rs381.14, while diesel moved up Rs0.53 to Rs389.80 from Rs389.27. The move was made under a fuel pricing framework set by the federal government.

The change was linked to global developments, including movements in Platts rates, premiums and incidental charges. The previous rates, dated October 20, 2026, have been replaced by the revised figures. Petrol's increase was larger in rupee terms, at Rs0.88 against Rs0.53 for diesel. Readers can check the full ex-depot figures in the OGRA table included with the notification.