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Is diesel cheaper than CNG today? Check the latest petrol prices in your city.

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On October 8, 2026, petrol prices in Delhi remain stable at ₹102.12 per litre and diesel at ₹95.20 per litre. This means the general public in Delhi is not facing any significant change in petrol and diesel prices today compared to yesterday.

There have been no major changes in petrol and diesel prices across the country today. In Delhi, petrol is selling at ₹102.12 per litre and diesel at ₹95.20 per litre on October 8, 2026. Petrol prices remain unchanged from yesterday.

Fuel prices vary across different states and cities. The primary reasons for this are the VAT and other local taxes levied by state governments. Currently, petrol and diesel are not under GST. Check the latest city-wise rates for petrol, diesel, and CNG here.

Today's petrol rate-

City

Price

Ahmedabad

₹102.15

Bangalore

₹111.68

Chennai

₹107.76

Gurgaon

₹102.97

Hyderabad

₹116.15

Jaipur

₹113.19

Kolkata

₹113.51

Lucknow

₹101.86

Mumbai

₹111.21

New Delhi

₹102.12

Noida

₹101.96

Pune

₹112.02

Today's diesel rate-

City

Price

Ahmedabad

₹98.27

Bangalore

₹99.56

Chennai

₹99.55

Gurgaon

₹95.64

Hyderabad

₹104.23

Jaipur

₹98.25

Kolkata

₹99.82

Lucknow

₹95.36

Mumbai

₹97.83

New Delhi

₹95.20

Noida

₹95.44

Pune

₹98.66

CNG rate-

City

Price

Ahmedabad

₹94.02

Bangalore

₹97

Chennai

₹97.50

Gurgaon

₹92.01

Hyderabad

₹112

Jaipur

₹97.50

Kolkata

₹93.50

Lucknow

₹95.75

Mumbai

₹88

New Delhi

₹86.98

Noida

₹95.59

Pune

₹98.50

How are petrol and diesel prices determined?

Several factors influence the retail prices of petrol and diesel in India. These include international crude oil prices, the rupee-dollar exchange rate, refining costs, central excise duty, state VAT, and dealer commissions. It is worth noting that oil marketing companies in India update petrol and diesel prices daily around 6 AM.

Why do petrol and diesel prices differ across cities?

The primary reason for the variation in petrol and diesel prices within the same country is the tax structure. The central government levies excise duty, while state governments impose VAT and other local charges. Additionally, transportation and logistics costs can also influence prices depending on the city.