The government on Wednesday, 29 April, 2026, termed a viral social media post claiming a sharp increase in petrol and diesel prices as fake. The government clarified that no such order has been issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. According to PIB Fact Check, a viral document circulating on social media platforms falsely states that petrol prices have been increased by ₹10 and diesel by ₹12.50 per litre. This order is fake. The Government of India has not issued any such order. – PIB on X The fact-check unit of the PIB warned users against believing or forwarding the fake claim. The clarification comes as the viral message gained traction across social media platforms, raising concerns over misinformation related to fuel pricing. The government said that any official decision regarding petrol and diesel prices is communicated only through authorised and verified channels. It further advised citizens to rely solely on official government sources for accurate information and avoid sharing unverified content that could create confusion. Always verify such news only through official government sources. -PIB Fact Check While, Oil marketing companies are selling petrol and diesel at a loss of ₹14 per litre and ₹18 per litre, respectively, as elevated crude prices, said credit rating agency, Icra. The stable pump prices for auto fuels amid elevated crude oil prices are impacting the profitability of the OMCs. -Prashant Vasisht, Senior Vice President and Co-Group Head, Icra Post navigation Obscene video plays during Delhi HC virtual hearing:’Hacked’ message appears on screen; Chief Justice forced to halt proceedings
