New Delhi, May 9 -- Petrol and diesel prices remained stable on Saturday, unaffected by the global energy crisis, as the government cushioned domestic consumers against price pressures. The disruption to the energy supply chain has triggered a steep rise in fuel prices worldwide.

Oil jumped on Friday following renewed clashes between US and Iranian forces, jeopardising the outlook for a deal to end the 10-week war. Brent rose as much as 2.9% toward $103 a barrel before paring gains

Diesel prices across Delhi, Kolkata and Bengaluru are similarly subject to review as crude benchmarks remain sharply above pre-conflict levels.

Since the beginning of the war in West Asia on February 28, crude oil prices have risen significantly, stoking inf...