Petrol and diesel prices today, October 5: Check fuel cost in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru
Fuel Rates Hold Steady in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru
Theindiapostdaily.com – Petrol and diesel prices today remained unchanged at state-owned fuel outlets following the daily 6:00 AM revision on October 5. The stable pump rates come as fuel retailers continue to monitor elevated global energy costs and disruptions affecting oil supply routes.
Motorists in major Indian cities have seen little change in retail fuel prices since June. In Mumbai, petrol was priced at ₹111.21 per litre, unchanged from the previous day. Recent fluctuations in the city have been marginal, with petrol rates moving between ₹111.18 and ₹111.21 per litre.
Nayara Energy Revises Retail Fuel Prices
While state-owned oil marketing companies kept their rates steady, Nayara Energy increased petrol prices by ₹5 per litre and diesel prices by ₹3 per litre on Saturday. The company is India’s largest private fuel retailer.
The revision reflects pressure from international crude prices and supply-chain disruptions. Nayara Energy was the first retailer to pass on the impact of rising global oil prices to consumers after the conflict affected energy supplies in late February.
State-owned retailers began raising rates in stages during May, taking the combined increase for petrol and diesel to about ₹7.50 per litre by the end of the month. Since June, however, prices across major metropolitan markets have broadly remained stable.
Why Local Fuel Prices Matter
Petrol and diesel prices today are closely watched by households and businesses because fuel costs influence commuting expenses, freight charges and the cost of operating commercial vehicles. Diesel is especially important for road transport, agriculture and several industrial activities.
Changes in global crude prices do not always reach consumers immediately. Retail rates are influenced by crude procurement, refining, transportation, taxes and local market conditions, which can result in steady pump prices even when international oil markets are volatile.
Consumers may also see different rates across cities and retail networks. The October 5 revision indicates no new increase at state-owned outlets, although the private-sector price change highlights the continuing pressure on fuel retailers.
Brent Crude Trades Above $103 a Barrel
International oil markets opened the week on a stronger note, with Brent crude for December delivery moving above $103 a barrel early on Monday. Prices later eased after Brent gained nearly 5% during the previous week.
Oil prices responded to renewed geopolitical tensions after Yemen launched a bid to retake areas controlled by the Houthis. Markets also remained focused on supply risks in the Middle East, even as major OPEC countries left production quotas unchanged for the following month.
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains a key concern for traders. The route is vital for crude exports from the Middle East, and attacks on vessels have increased concerns about supply security and transportation risks.
Middle East Crude Exports Show Recovery
Despite security concerns, crude shipments from the Middle East rose above pre-war levels on four of the final seven days of September. Ship-tracking data showed exports exceeding earlier levels on September 24 and again from September 27 to September 29.
Flows ranged from 19.5 million barrels per day to 22.5 million barrels per day during those periods. Before the US-Israeli war with Iran began, crude exports from the region averaged 18 million barrels per day between March 2025 and February of this year.
The seven-day moving average for crude exports stood at 18.5 million barrels per day on October 1. This included cargoes passing through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, as well as shipments from Gulf of Oman terminals and ship-to-ship transfers.
FAQ: Checking Fuel Prices in India
When are petrol and diesel prices revised?
Fuel rates at many retail outlets are revised daily at 6:00 AM. Consumers can check the latest city-wise prices through oil marketing company websites, mobile apps or nearby petrol pumps.
Why do petrol and diesel prices differ between cities?
Prices vary because of state taxes, dealer commissions, transport costs and local market conditions. This is why petrol and diesel prices today may differ between Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and other cities.
Can private and state-owned fuel stations charge different rates?
Yes. Individual retailers may revise prices differently based on their costs and pricing policies, so comparing nearby outlets can help motorists identify the most suitable option.