New Delhi, May 26 -- Congress MP Manish Tewari on Tuesday questioned the Centre over the perpetual increase in fuel prices and inflation, accusing the government of failing to take effective measures in this regard.

Speaking with ANI, Tewari alleged that the oil marketing companies are making profits, while the common public is suffering due to the hike in prices.

Reflecting on Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's statement that the fuel, fertiliser and foreign exchange are in crisis, he accused the government of not taking any steps throughout its tenure.

He further hit out at the Centre over rising inflation, questioning, "With whose age is the rupee competing?"

"It is ironic that on one hand the oil marketing companies are m...