NEW DELHI: Newly sworn in Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay on Friday trained his guns at the BJP-led central government for the first time after assuming office. He slammed the Centre’s move to increase petrol prices after the conclusion of assembly elections in five states.He demanded that the government should rollback the decision, terming it “unacceptable”, PTI reported. This comes after petrol and diesel prices were raised by Rs 3 per litre each on Friday, amid the recent surge in global crude prices.Opposition, including Lok Sabha leader of opposition has slammed the move saying, “The mistake is the Modi government’s, the public will pay the price. The Rs 3 jolt has already arrived, the rest of the recovery will be done in instalments.”The price hike comes 16 days after the conclusion of assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Fuel rates had remained unchanged throughout the polling period despite a steep rise in global oil prices driven by the conflict in West Asia.Fuel prices had largely remained unchanged since April 2022, except for a one-time cut of Rs 2 per litre on both petrol and diesel in March 2024 ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. The last increase in rates was recorded in April 2022.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTMC MP Derek O’Brien Slams Centre After Petrol-Diesel Hike, Targets Modi Government’Bhojshala Complex Is A Temple, Hindus Have Right To Worship’: MP High CourtSergey Lavrov Says India Could Play Long-Term Mediator Role In US-Iran ConflictNEET-UG 2026 Leak: From Secret Bunkers To Printing Presses, How The Exam Paper Escaped The SystemIndia-UAE Sign Major LPG, Defence And Investment Pacts During PM Modi’s Abu Dhabi Visit₹3 More at the Pump — But Compared to the World, Is India Actually Getting Off Easy?Congress Targets Modi Govt As U.S. Waiver For India’s Russian Oil Imports Nears ExpiryDharmendra Pradhan Announces CBT-Based NEET UG Amid Crackdown After Paper Leak“Under The Guise Of A Guess Paper, Actual Questions Were Leaked”: Dharmendra Pradhan On NEET Re-ExamNEET UG 2026 Re-Exam Scheduled For June 21 As CBI Links Leak To Alleged NTA Insider123PhotostoriesStaying after your partner cheated on you? 5 therapist-approved rules for moving forward5 ways to prevent mosquitoes from biting you and keep them away from homeYour late-night food habits could be ruining your sleep, but these expert-recommended foods may helpUpcoming OTT releases this week (may 15 to may 24): from ‘Dhurandhar 2’ to ‘Berlin 2’Intermittent fasting isn’t just changing your weight: Expert warns it may also be affecting your hormonesFrom Ronit Roy, Jannat Zubair, Arjun Bijlani to Tejasswi Prakash and more: TV stars who own lavish propertiesHow to actually own your morning (Without the chaos)7 animals that can live without a heart; these creatures will change how we think about life10 mistakes new parents tend to makeSara Ali Khan’s home is all about an artist’s abode: 5 art inspirations that you must take away123Hot PicksCBSE class 12 resultUS Iran warPrateek YadavHaryana election resultForeign outflowNEET exam cancelledTamil Nadu assemblyTop TrendingNEET UG Re-Exam dateAdmit card indian army agniveer gdIPL Points TablePM ModiKerala Board SSLC Result 2026IPL 2026IPL Orange Cap 2026Bengaluru RapeWho is Shubham KhairnarIndia UA Trade Talk
NEW DELHI: Newly sworn in Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay on Friday trained his guns at the BJP-led central government for the first time after assuming office. He slammed the Centre’s move to increase petrol prices after the conclusion of assembly elections in five states.He demanded that the government should rollback the decision, terming it “unacceptable”, PTI reported. This comes after petrol and diesel prices were raised by Rs 3 per litre each on Friday, amid the recent surge in global crude prices.Opposition, including Lok Sabha leader of opposition has slammed the move saying, “The mistake is the Modi government’s, the public will pay the price. The Rs 3 jolt has already arrived, the rest of the recovery will be done in instalments.”The price hike comes 16 days after the conclusion of assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Fuel rates had remained unchanged throughout the polling period despite a steep rise in global oil prices driven by the conflict in West Asia.Fuel prices had largely remained unchanged since April 2022, except for a one-time cut of Rs 2 per litre on both petrol and diesel in March 2024 ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. The last increase in rates was recorded in April 2022.
