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Truckers Brace for India First Diesel Hike in Four Years Amid Oil War Shockwaves
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Rationing fears rise as global oil supply tightens fast
With elections looming, Indian truck fleet operators are bracing for the first diesel price increase in four years. A flare-up in the Middle East is rippling through global oil supplies, raising costs and fueling inflation pressure. State refiners may rethink fuel strategies as the risk of fuel rationing and steeper diesel rates looms over transport demand.
- Truckers face a diesel price hike after four years
- Middle East flare-up is tightening global oil supply
- Fuel rationing fears are spreading among fleet operators
- Inflation pressure may force refiners to change plans
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