New Delhi, May 12 -- Petrol and diesel prices remained largely steady across India on 12 May as concerns around the country's energy security intensified following repeated appeals by Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging citizens to reduce fuel consumption and conserve resources amid the ongoing West Asia crisis.

The Centre has not announced any nationwide revision in retail fuel prices so far, even as global crude oil prices continue to remain elevated due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

The situation has sparked speculation over possible fuel rationing measures after the Prime Minister recently urged citizens to cut down on unnecessary fuel usage, reduce edible oil consumption and postpone non-essential gold purchases for ...