Govt to procure soybean oil, sugar, chickpeas
Govt to procure soybean oil, sugar, chickpeas

The state-run Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) will procure some 32.60 lakh liters of soybean oil, 10,000 Metric Tons (MTs) of chickpeas and 5,000 MTs of sugar to meet the growing demand of the country ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan, reports BSS. The approval came from the 10th...

Govt to reduce import duty on refined sugar
Govt to reduce import duty on refined sugar

The interim government has decided to reduce the import duty on refined sugar in an effort to increase local supply and curb rising prices. The National Board of Revenue (NBR) plans to reduce the current import duty on refined sugar from Tk 6,000 to Tk 4,500 per tonne, encouraging increased...

Study shows excessive sugar consumption increase depression
Study shows excessive sugar consumption increase depression

A recent study from the University of Surrey has revealed a clear link between a preference for sugary foods and serious health issues, including depression. Published in the Journal of Translational Medicine, the research indicates that individuals who enjoy sweet treats are at greater risk for...