Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:21pm on 09 Jul 2026,Thursday India
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has demanded that the Centre reduce petrol prices from around ₹102 to ₹82 per litre, arguing that falling global crude oil prices should directly benefit consumers. He accused the government of collecting excessive taxes on fuel despite cheaper international oil. Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri defended the current pricing policy, saying fuel prices are influenced by multiple factors, including taxes, refining costs, and energy security. The exchange has intensified the political debate over fuel pricing, inflation, and the government's handling of India's energy policy. (PC: X)
