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Petrol and diesel prices increased again amid rising global oil rates

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At a glance

  • Petrol price increased by Rs 18 per litre.
  • High-speed diesel price increased by Rs 8 per litre.
  • The hike coincides with global crude oil prices crossing $100 per barrel.

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Pakistani authorities have raised fuel prices, increasing petrol by Rs 18 per litre and high-speed diesel by Rs 8 per litre. The move is linked to a surge in the international market, where crude oil has surpassed $100 per barrel. The price hike has been met with public frustration, with citizens reporting increased difficulty in managing household expenses and the rising cost of daily commodities.

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The government has increased the price of petrol by Rs 18 per litre and high-speed diesel by Rs 8 per litre, adding to the financial strain on the public as international crude oil prices climb above $100 per barrel.

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