Petrol, diesel prices by 87-91 paise per litre; third hike this month
Oil-marketing companies increased the prices of petrol and diesel for the third time in May 2026, with prices rising by approximately 90 paise per litre. This cumulative hike since May 15, 2026, amounts to ₹4.8 per litre.
Oil-marketing companies increased the prices of petrol and diesel for the third time in May 2026, with prices rising by approximately 90 paise per litre. This cumulative hike since May 15, 2026, amounts to ₹4.8 per litre.
Exam linkage
GS Paper 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Specifically, Government Budgeting, Inflation.
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Questions on Indian Economy come up regularly in GS papers. Practice writing an answer — and see exactly what earns marks.
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