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Petrol, diesel prices on June 5: Check fuel cost in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata and other cities today
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Fuel prices were unchanged today on Friday, 5 June. The last fuel price hike was on Monday, 25 May, when oil marketing companies (OMCs) hiked both petrol and diesel prices by more than ₹2.50 per litre.Fuel prices remained steady today on Friday, 5 June. OMCs last hiked prices on 25 May, when both petrol and diesel cost rose over ₹2.50/litre. (ANI / File photo )Petrol and diesel prices today: Fuel prices were steady on Friday, 5 June, following the last price hikes on Monday, 25 May, when oil marketing companies (OMCs) increased the cost of both petrol and diesel by more than ₹2.50 per litre. Notably, the cumulative price hikes since 15 May have increased fuel costs of close to ₹7.5 per litre.Fuel prices in India are at their highest levels since May 2022 after remaining largely frozen for more than two years, barring a ₹2-per-litre cut in March 2024.West Asia war impacts fuel prices in IndiaThis is because the last increase was the fourth such move in less than two weeks, on the back of a delayed pass-through amid soaring global crude oil prices due to the war in West Asia.The war in West Asia disrupted global energy supplies, including those to India. India's 40% of crude imports, 65% of natural gas and 90% of LPG supplies, which came from countries in the Gulf region, were disrupted due to the three-month-long conflict.Change in petrol and diesel pricesPetrol prices rose by ₹2.61/litre and diesel by ₹2.71/litre on 25 May in their fourth such increase.In Delhi, petrol prices rose to ₹102.12/litre from ₹99.51/litre, while diesel climbed to ₹95.20/litre from ₹92.49/litre.Check full city-wise petrol and diesel price listCheck full list of petrol and diesel prices in major Indian cities today, on 5 June (Friday) here below:CityPetrol PriceDiesel PriceNew Delhi ₹102.12 ₹95.20Kolkata ₹113.51 ₹99.82Mumbai ₹111.21 ₹97.83Chennai ₹107.87 ₹99.65Gurugram ₹102.62 ₹95.30Noida ₹101.96 ₹95.44Bengaluru ₹110.89 ₹98.80Bhubaneswar ₹108.97 ₹100.68Chandigarh ₹101.51 ₹89.47Hyderabad ₹115.69 ₹103.82Jaipur ₹112.66 ₹97.78Lucknow ₹101.89 ₹95.36Patna ₹114.24 ₹100.20Thiruvananthapuram ₹115.49 ₹104.40US-Iran peace deal uncertain, experts flag oil supply concernsIn the global markets, oil prices have seen little fluctuation amid concerns over uncertainty that the United States and Iran will reach a peace deal soon, even as the Israel and Lebanon ceasefire proposal failed, Reuters reported today.Following sharp declines in the previous session, down 2.84%, Brent crude futures fell 21 cents, or 0.22%, to $95.24 a barrel by 0003 GMT, the report added.Further, US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude was at $92.94 a barrel, down 10 cents, or 0.11%, following a 3.1% loss on Thursday.Both contracts are set to post their first weekly gain in three weeks, with WTI up more than 6%, after fighting flared up in the Middle East and as the Strait of Hormuz remains a slow passage. The vital waterway transports around a fifth of the world's oil supplies. The report added that analysts have flagged falling oil inventories noting that global oil prices could see a spike in the third quarter.Meanwhile, OPEC is sticking to its oil demand growth forecast of 1.2 million barrels per day for this year, Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais said yesterday, despite the war in West Asia and closure of the Strait of Hormuz.(With inputs from Reuters)Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes only. The views and recommendations made above are those of individual analysts or broking companies, and not of Mint. We advise investors to check with certified experts before making any investment decisions.About the AuthorJocelyn FernandesJocelyn Fernandes is a journalist and editor with nearly 13 years of experience covering the business, corporate, economy and markets beats in news. As chief content producer for around three years at Livemint (Hindustan Times), Jocelyn publishes breaking stories, explainers, features and live blogs on a range of business and economy topic
Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri has stated that the government is actively exploring supportive policy measures to speed up the adoption of flex-fuel vehicles, as reported by ANI.These measures may include fuel price support mechanisms and targeted fiscal incentives aimed at making the technology more affordable and accessible to consumers.Speaking at the launch of Hero MotoCorp's first flex-fuel motorcycle in the national capital on Wednesday, Puri said that India's future transportation ecosystem will be driven by a mix of electric vehicles, biofuels, hydrogen, and renewable energy sources.However, he described flex-fuel vehicles as a practical and readily available solution for reducing crude oil imports, boosting the rural economy through greater demand for agricultural feedstocks, and supporting the country's transition towards lower carbon emissions.What is ethanol blending?Ethanol blending is an effective way to make petrol more sustainable and environmentally friendly by mixing it with ethanol derived from plant-based sources. In fact, most petrol sold today already contains ethanol, commonly in the form of E10 fuel.The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed revisions to vehicle emission regulations to encourage the use of higher ethanol blends and alternative fuels, creating opportunities for the adoption of flex-fuel and biofuel-powered vehicles across different vehicle segments.The proposed amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, are designed to expand the range of approved fuels, including E85 (containing 85% ethanol and 15% petrol), E100 (allowing vehicles to operate on almost pure ethanol), B100 biodiesel, and hydrogen-CNG fuel blends. These changes are intended to support cleaner transportation options, reduce dependence on conventional fossil fuels, and accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility.India has successfully reached a 20% ethanol blending level in petrol by using ethanol produced from biomass sources such as sugarcane, maize, and rice. This initiative helps reduce dependence on imported crude oil while lowering carbon emissions through cleaner fuel combustion.What did Puri say?Minister Puri has emphasised that the government is "actively examining supportive policy frameworks to accelerate affordable adoption", including fuel price support and targeted fiscal incentives.Speaking at the launch, he said India's future mobility will combine EVs, biofuels, hydrogen and renewables, but flex-fuel vehicles offer a "pragmatic and immediately deployable pathway" to cut imports, strengthen the rural economy, and advance low-carbon goals.Puri described the launch as a new chapter in India's energy history, with the introduction of new motorcycles compatible with ethanol blends from E20 to E85. He added that the launch of the Splendor and HF Deluxe Flex Fuel motorcycles marks India's entry into mass-market flex-fuel mobility with Aatmanirbhar vehicles.India has one of the world's largest two-wheeler ecosystems. The flex-fuel technology has the potential to transform mobility at an unprecedented scale, a Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas release said.The shift to mass-market flex-fuel mobility can cut crude imports, support farmers, and make vehicle ownership cheaper for consumers.Puri said the launch marks India's entry into large-scale flex-fuel mobility. Hero is the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for 25 consecutive years, with nearly 29% market share in India. It has an active two-wheeler fleet of over 30 crore vehicles.The new bikes are compatible with ethanol blends from E20 to E85 and use upgraded fuel systems, revised ECU calibration and flex-fuel capable components.Puri said India imports nearly 88.5% of its crude oil and “every geopolitical disruption impacts our economy and energy security”.Is reality far?According to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), more than 250 million vehicles were sol
Hero MotoCorp on Wednesday launched India's first flex-fuel motorcycles — the Splendor and HF Deluxe — which are both capable of running on petrol blended with up to 85% ethanol or E85.The company in a statement said the HF Deluxe Flex Fuel will be priced at ₹72,792 (ex-showroom Delhi), while the Splendor Flex Fuel will be priced at ₹82,710 (ex-showroom Delhi).The Flex Fuel portfolio will be introduced in Delhi and select regions of Maharashtra in July 2026, followed by nationwide rollout soon thereafter, the statement added.The new lineup offers consumers a highly practical and convenient mobility solution without compromising on trusted performance or affordable ease of ownership.Environment-friendlyThe statement said by significantly lowering the carbon and environmental footprint of daily travel, these motorcycles directly support India's national objective of reducing economic carbon intensity by 45% by 2030.The motorcycles were unveiled ahead of World Environment Day in the presence of Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, and Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.Speaking at the event, Nitin Gadkari said, "India is rapidly advancing the adoption of alternative fuels and cleaner mobility technologies".Hero MotoCorp's introduction of Flex Fuel motorcycles in the mass segment is a significant step towards reducing crude oil imports, supporting ethanol adoption, empowering farmers, and strengthening the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat, Gadkari added.Puri said, "India is steadily building a future-ready mobility ecosystem powered by cleaner and domestically produced fuels".Govt considering mass adoption of E85: Puri Addressing the public at the launch event, Puri said that the government is examining a policy to support accelerated affordable adoption of E85 fuel (85% ethanol blended petrol).He said E85 fuel will be substantially cheaper than normal fuel.India is the largest manufacturers of two-wheeler vehicles in the world.The minister said even if 1% of E85 is adopted in the 2026-27 supply year, 4 crore litre ethanol demand will be generated."Then our farmers who are now annadata, will become urjadaata," he said.Energy security impetusThe introduction of Flex Fuel vehicles by Hero MotoCorp is another important milestone in our journey towards enhanced energy security, lower carbon emissions and reduced dependence on imported crude oil, he added.Hero MotoCorp CEO Harshavardhan Chitale said the launch of the Flex Fuel-ready Splendor and HF Deluxe marks another important step in our commitment towards cleaner and sustainable mobility.The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed amendments to vehicle emission rules to widen the scope for higher ethanol blends and alternative fuels, paving the way for flex-fuel and pure biofuel vehicles across all vehicle categories.The draft changes to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, aim to provide for wider use of fuels, such as E85 (a blend of 85% ethanol with petrol) and E100 (which would allow vehicles to run on nearly pure ethanol), as well as B100 biodiesel and hydrogen-CNG combinations.India has already achieved 20% blending of ethanol (produced from biomass like sugarcane, corn or rice) with petrol to create a cleaner-burning fuel, reducing reliance on imported crude oil and cutting carbon emissions.— With inputs from wiresAbout the AuthorLivemintFor about a decade, Livemint—News Desk has been a credible source for authentic and timely news, and well-researched analysis on national news, business, personal finance, corporates, politics and geopolitics. We bring the latest updates on all the listed companies on BSE and NSE, startups, mutual funds, Union ministries, geopolitics, and untapped human interest stories from around the world, helping our readers to stay informed on the latest developments around the globe. Our Coverage Areas 1. Companies: Comprehensive news and analysis on listed and unlisted companies,
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