Fuel Prices Surge: Petrol Up by Rs3.34, Diesel by Rs5.27
By Editor • August 18, 2026 • 1 min read
The government has announced an increase in fuel prices, with petrol rising by Rs3.34 per litre and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs5.27. As of August 19, petrol will be priced at Rs334.54 per litre, while HSD will cost Rs395.69 per litre.
This revision comes amid ongoing fluctuations in international oil markets, particularly influenced by tensions between the US and Iran. The price of HSD had previously peaked at Rs520.35 in April, following a rise from Rs281 per litre after the conflict escalated.
Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik stated that the government will now implement daily price adjustments, a shift from previous weekly updates. This decision has faced backlash from the All Pakistan Dealers Association, which is contemplating protest actions.
Source: www.dawn.com
