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Govt increases petrol price by Rs4.53 per litre
The notification shows that the price of high-speed diesel (HSD) has been increased by Rs8.14 per litre for the next fortnight.
Islamabad: The federal government on Monday announced a hike in petrol prices by Rs4.53 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs8.14 per litre for the next fortnight, effective until April 30.
The notification issued by the finance ministry attributed these price adjustments to fluctuations in the international market, as determined by the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority.
The authorities issued the notification according to which the petrol would now cost Rs293.94 per litre, up from Rs289.41 previously.
The price of HSD was raised to Rs290.38 per litre for the next 15 days, compared to Rs282.24 in the previous fortnight.