Govt raises diesel price by Rs1.64, cuts petrol by Rs1.60 per litre

Pakistan’s government will charge Rs391.75 per litre for high-speed diesel from October 23, 2026, after an increase of Rs1.64. Petrol will cost Rs377.71 per litre, down Rs1.60, following a revision of ex-depot rates under the federal pricing mechanism, Business Recorder reported, citing a Petroleum Division release.

The latest adjustment follows Wednesday’s changes, when petrol fell by Rs2.71 and diesel rose by Rs0.31 per litre. Internationally, Brent crude gained 2.2% to $111.24 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate advanced 1.2% to $98.29, amid concerns about supply disruption after attacks in Saudi Arabia. The notification changes domestic fuel costs, while the accompanying global oil movement provides context for Pakistan’s petroleum market.