After remaining stable for two days, the cost of fuels was hiked again on October 20. Petrol rates were hiked by up to 34-35 paise and diesel prices were raised by 35-37 paise.

Meanwhile, Sensex and Nifty suffered sharp losses extending their fall to a second straight day.

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