Petrol, Diesel, and CNG Prices Remain Unchanged Across Major Indian Cities
Petrol, diesel, and CNG prices in major Indian cities remained unchanged on August 13 and 14, 2026, despite a decline in Brent crude oil prices. Retail fuel rates have been steady since the last major revision on May 25, with state-run oil companies maintaining prices amid international market fluctuations. Petrol prices were highest in Hyderabad and lowest in Chandigarh, while diesel was costliest in Thiruvananthapuram. Fuel prices are revised daily based on crude oil rates, currency exchange, and taxes.
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 34/100.
Outlets measured: mint, news18. 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
news18 broke this story on 13 Aug, 02:06 am. Other outlets followed.
