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IIE DIGITAL DESK : India has increased retail prices of diesel and gasoline for the third time within just eight days, reflecting ongoing volatility in global crude oil markets and continued pressure on domestic fuel pricing.

The latest revision adds further burden on consumers and transport operators, as fuel costs in the country continue to edge higher in quick succession. This marks a sustained trend of frequent price adjustments, which analysts say is closely linked to fluctuations in international crude benchmarks and domestic taxation structures.

fuel prices have been revised multiple times, signalling a period of instability in the energy market. The repeated increases come at a time when households and businesses are already dealing with inflationary pressures across essential commodities.

Transportation and logistics sectors are expected to feel the impact most sharply, as higher diesel prices directly raise freight costs. This, in turn, could contribute to broader price increases in food and essential goods across the supply chain.

Market experts suggest that such frequent revisions indicate heightened sensitivity in India’s fuel pricing mechanism, which tracks global oil movements but also reflects domestic policy decisions regarding excise duties and state-level taxes.

The latest hike has triggered renewed political debate, with opposition voices likely to question the timing of repeated increases, especially amid concerns over inflation and cost of living pressures.

Energy analysts note that if crude oil prices remain unstable in the global market, further revisions in fuel prices may continue in the coming days, keeping consumers and industries on alert.