ISLAMABAD, Aug. 14 -- The government is expected to adjust fuel prices for the next 15 days starting August 16. High-speed diesel (HSD) may see a drop of up to Rs 11.50 per liter. Meanwhile, petrol could increase by Rs 1.40 per liter due to global market changes and currency fluctuations.

According to informed sources, the ex-depot price of diesel may decrease by around 4 percent, while petrol may rise by approximately 0.5 percent. Internationally, petrol prices increased by 15 cents per barrel over the last 15 days. Diesel prices, however, fell by about $4 per barrel. The rupee also gained slightly against the dollar.

Currently, petrol costs Rs 264.61 per liter at ex-depot rates, following a Rs 7.54 reduction on August 1. Diesel stands...