The government has announced new petrol and diesel prices today in Pakistan, on July 10, 2026. A notification has been issued in this regard.
The prices of petrol have been increased by Rs13.18, and diesel prices have been increased by Rs13.80.
The new price of petrol will be Rs310.71, and the new price of high speed diesel will be Rs323.30, as per the notification.
Earlier reports
According to reports earlier today, the government was expected to increase the prices of petrol and high-speed diesel for the next seven days.
The expected increase comes after fresh tensions between the United States and Iran pushed global oil prices higher.
Reports said the price of petrol may increase by about Rs13 per litre. The new price will be around Rs310 per litre.
High-speed diesel was also expected to become about Rs14 per litre more expensive. Its new price will be around Rs324 per litre.
The Petroleum Division issued an official notification to announce the new fuel prices. The revised rates will remain in effect for one week.
Earlier this month, the government reduced fuel prices. Petrol became cheaper by Rs1.97 per litre and its price was set at Rs297.53 per litre. High speed diesel was also reduced by Rs1.97 per litre to Rs309.50 per litre.
According to previous reports, the government is expected to keep petrol prices unchanged for the week starting July 11.
According to those reports, no change is expected in petrol or diesel prices for the coming week.
NA committee discusses Rs118 petroleum levy
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Petroleum discussed the increase in the petroleum levy and the use of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds during a meeting on Tuesday.
During the meeting, committee members raised concerns over the continuous increase in the petroleum levy. They said that the levy has reached Rs118 per litre and is putting a heavy financial burden on the public.
