Nayara hikes fuel prices as crude costs surge

Nayara Energy, a private fuel retailer, has raised petrol prices by Rs 5 per litre and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre, following pressure from rising international crude and refined-product costs. The increase took effect on Saturday, with Nayara operating 7,108 petrol pumps across India. This move comes as state-owned fuel retailers have already raised prices, with their cumulative hike reaching around Rs 7.50 per litre each for petrol and diesel by late May.

As international crude prices eased due to a decrease in West Asia tensions, Nayara initially reduced its prices, but has now raised them again due to renewed pressure from global fuel costs. The company's action highlights the challenges faced by oil marketing companies (OMCs) in maintaining profitability amid fluctuating fuel prices.

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