Diesel up Rs0.85 to Rs400.67 per litre, petrol unchanged for Oct 30
The government raised the price of high-speed diesel by 85 paisa to Rs400.67 per litre for October 30. Petrol stays at Rs377.91 per litre.
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- High-speed diesel rises by 85 paisa to Rs400.67 per litre from Rs399.82.
- Petrol unchanged at Rs377.91 per litre.
- New rates apply for October 30, 2026, under the daily pricing mechanism.
The federal government has increased the price of high-speed diesel by 85 paisa per litre to Rs400.67, while keeping petrol unchanged at Rs377.91 per litre. The new rates apply for October 30, 2026, according to a Petroleum Division notification issued on Thursday.
Diesel was previously priced at Rs399.82 per litre. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) revised the ex-depot prices under the pricing methodology set by the federal government, according to Business Recorder. Express News reported that the Ministry of Energy attributed the diesel increase to changes in global market prices and other costs.
A day earlier, the government had raised petrol by Rs1.85 per litre and diesel by Rs1.75 per litre for October 29, the Express Tribune reported. The notification covers a one-day period, as prices are now set daily.
The Express Tribune said the government introduced a daily petroleum pricing mechanism on July 17, replacing the weekly system.
On September 13, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a Rs100 per litre petrol relief scheme for motorcycles, three-wheeler rickshaws and cars with engines up to 800cc. The scheme was estimated to cover 11.8 million beneficiaries. Two-wheeler and three-wheeler users would get relief on 20 litres a month, up to Rs2,000 each, while users of cars up to 800cc would get relief on 30 litres, up to Rs3,000 each.
On September 17, the government reintroduced austerity and fuel conservation measures, according to a Cabinet Division notification. Shops, markets, malls and grocery stores must close by 9pm all week, and marriage halls and other commercial venues hosting festive events by 10pm. Restaurants and cafes may stay open until 11pm, and takeaway and home delivery are exempt.
On international markets, oil prices fell on Thursday amid hopes for US-Iran peace talks. Brent crude futures were at $114.92 a barrel and US WTI at $102.12 at 1:35 pm EDT. UBS analyst Giovanni Staunovo said: "Oil prices are under pressure today amid renewed diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict in the Middle East".
Why it matters
Diesel and petrol prices directly affect transport costs and household budgets across Pakistan. Diesel has now crossed Rs400 per litre, while petrol stays unchanged for the day.
