ISLAMABAD: The prices of petrol and diesel have once again been increased by Rs30 per litre each, with the change set to take effect from 12 midnight.
The increase in the prices of the utility was announced by Federal Finance Minister Miftah Ismail while addressing a presser in Islamabad Thursday evening.
The price of petrol, with the increase, is now set at Rs209.86 while that of diesel at Rs204.15.
The finance minister observed that the prices of fuel have seen an increase internationally after May 31.
Ismail further stated that the government could understand that the decision will lead to more inflation but added that the hike was mandatory.
