Petrol, Diesel, and CNG Prices Steady Across Major Indian Cities on September 2
On September 2, 2026, petrol, diesel, and CNG prices remained steady across major Indian cities. Mumbai petrol was priced at Rs 111.21 per litre, while diesel was Rs 97.83. Hyderabad had the highest petrol price at Rs 115.69, and Thiruvananthapuram recorded the highest diesel price at Rs 104.40. Prices vary by state due to local taxes and freight charges. Global crude oil prices rose amid Middle East tensions, but domestic fuel rates stayed unchanged.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 33/100.
Outlets measured: news18, mint. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 2 Sept, 01:50 am. Other outlets followed.