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5 summer fruits safe for diabetics
Sugar intake is a common worry for people with diabetes, which makes them want to avoid fruits altogether. But as summer creeps up, the temptation to indulge in fresh, juicy mangoes and watermelons can feel like the devil on ones shoulder. Should diabetics avoid fruits altogether, or can they give...
China to import mango, guava and jackfruit from Bangladesh
Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen recently expressed his governments desire to this end at a meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in Dhaka, reports BSS. CA Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam disclosed this information at a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy on...
Govt reduces import duties on fresh fruits by 15 pc
The government has reduced import duties on fresh fruits to keep prices affordable during the holy month of Ramadan. According to two notifications issued on March 16, the supplementary duty at the import stage has been lowered from 30% to 25%, while the 5% advance tax has been completely...
NBR cuts source tax on fresh fruit imports to 5%
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has reduced the source tax on imported fresh fruits from 10 per cent to 5 per cent. The fruits covered by this reduction include fresh or dried oranges, citrus fruits (both fresh and dried), grapes (fresh or dried), lemons (fresh or dried), other citrus fruits...
Imported fruit prices surge by up to Tk100 per Kg ahead of Ramadan
The prices of imported fruits have soared by Tk30 to Tk100 per kilogram, following the imposition of higher supplementary duties on all imported fruits since January 9, 2025. The Bangladesh Fresh Fruits Importers Association (BFFIA) has reported that traders are significantly reducing the number of...
5 antioxidant-rich fruits to fight cancer
Oranges, tangerines, strawberries, grapes, and pomegranates are packed with antioxidants such as flavonoids and vitamin C, which play a crucial role in reducing cancer risk and preventing certain chronic diseases. Fruits are vital to a healthy diet, offering a rich source of vitamins, minerals,...
Ways to eat organic peel: The best part of fruit
Fruit and vegetable peels, often discarded, are rich in nutrients and can be repurposed to reduce food waste and environmental impact. Globally, one-third of food is wasted annually, contributing to 8 percent of greenhouse gas emissions. Organic peels, instead of being thrown away, can be utilized...
Import duty hike sends fruit market in turmoil
The countrys fruit market has once again plunged into instability following a sharp increase in import duties. On 9 January, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) increased the supplementary duty on imports of dried and fresh fruits from 30 percent to 45 percent. The duty on some fresh fruits...