Colombo (News 1st):  Fuel prices have been increased with effect from midnight today (May 10).

New prices per liter are;

• 92 Octane Petrol – Rs. 135 (increased by Rs. 3)
• 95 Octane Petrol – Rs. 164 (increased by Rs. 5)
• Auto Diesel – Rs. 104 (No change made)
• Super Diesel – Rs. 136 (increased by Rs. 2)

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