Nepal raises aviation fuel prices, citing Middle Eastern conflict
Published on April 1, 2026.
Nepalese has increased aviation fuel prices by up to 117.4% for international flights, effective after midnight on Tuesday. The state-run Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) stated the increase was necessary to ensure payments to Indian Oil Corporation (IOC.NS) on time and avoid further disruptions. The country is dependent on imports, with petrol and diesel prices increasing by 9.5% and 7.0% and started rationing cooking gas earlier this month.
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