New Delhi, April 24: A rise in global crude oil cost to around $75 per barrel lifted the domestic retail petrol price higher for the sixth consecutive day in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Consequently, the widely-consumed transportation fuel became dearer by 13 paise to Rs 74.63 per litre from Monday's cost of Rs 74.50 per litre.
As per data available on IndianOil's website, Tuesday's motor spirit price level in New Delhi was the highest since September 14, 2013 when it had touched Rs 76.06 a litre.
Besides New Delhi, petrol prices climbed to new multi-year highs in other major metro cities -- Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai -- at Rs 77.32, Rs 82.48 and Rs 77.43 per litre respectively on Tuesday.
The previous highs in these cities were Rs 78.03 (Kolkata, August 2014), Rs 83.62 (Mumbai, September 2013) and Rs 77.48 (Chennai, September 2013).
Apart from petrol, diesel prices, too, touched record high levels on Tuesday in Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai. They rose to Rs 65.93, Rs 68.63, Rs 70.20 and Rs 69.56 per litre respectively.
According to analysts, the recent upsurge in the costs of transportation fuel have been triggered due to a rise in global crude oil prices.
On Tuesday, Brent crude price rose to $75 per barrel due to geo-political tensions in the Middle East, whereas it cost over $100 a barrel in 2013.
Currently, prices of transport fuels are changed on a daily basis unlike the previous norm of fortnightly revisions.
In addition, the high rate of excise duty has contributed to the rise of transportation fuel prices.
In the Union Budget 2018-19, the government had reduced the basic excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 2. The government also abolished additional excise duty on fuel. But to compensate the move on the fiscal front, it increased the road cess to Rs 8 per litre.
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Bearys Institute of Technology observes World Earth Day with focus on sustainability
Mangaluru, April 28: Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT), Mangalore, marked World Earth Day 2025 with a special programme organised at the International Seminar Hall on Monday. The event, conducted by the Department of Civil Engineering and Basic Science, was held under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlighting the need to protect the environment and adopt sustainable lifestyles.
The keynote address was delivered by Dr. Bhagya B. Sharma, Deputy Director at the Centre for Environmental Studies, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University). Speaking on the topic “Powering the Future: The Earth Day Call to Action,” she encouraged students to explore clean energy solutions and take innovative steps to protect the planet.
Following her address, Dr. Purushothama C.T. from the Civil Engineering Department delivered a talk on “Sustainability: The Revolution Earth Needs,” where he discussed practical approaches to face environmental challenges and called for urgent action to adopt eco-friendly practices.
The programme began with a welcome by Dr. Altamashuddin Khan, Head of the Civil Engineering Department, who urged students to take active roles in conservation efforts. Principal Dr. S. I. Majur Basha shared a message emphasising the power of individual responsibility in preserving the environment through small, consistent efforts.
Over 200 students and faculty members took part in the programme, which sparked productive discussions and encouraged participants to contribute to a greener future.
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Dr. Pooja K, Assistant Professor in the Civil Engineering Department. She thanked all the speakers, organisers, and attendees for their support and participation.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Purushothama C.T. and Mr. Zaheer Ahmed from the Civil Engineering Department.
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