Trade Policy #india#export taxes
India raises diesel and jet fuel export taxes as US-Iran tensions tighten oil markets
India increased taxes on diesel and jet fuel exports, citing the collapse of the US-Iran interim peace deal and global fuel market tightness. The diesel levy rose to ₹15.5 a litre from ₹8.50, while gasoline taxes were cut. The fortnightly adjustment mechanism aims to balance local availability with export profitability.
Jul 16, 2026 1 source