Petrol prices hiked by Rs 1.82 per litre,Petrol price hike 2 per litre

After today's increase, petrol in Delhi will cost Rs 68.64 a litre. The rates will vary in other cities according to local levies.

Days after the oil minister distanced himself from the question of another hike in petrol prices, oil marketing companies have taken action. Indian Oil Corporationhas raised petrol prices by another Rs 1.80 per litre from midnightAlthough regular fluctuations occur, the price of fuel has been steadily rising for many years. In the first half of this year, the average price of unleaded petrol increased by nearly 10 pence per litre and is expected to climb.