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The government has reduced import duties on fresh fruits to keep prices affordable during the holy month of Ramadan. National Board of Revenue (NBR) confirmed this in a press release on Tuesday. The supplementary duty at the import stage has been lowered from 30 per cent to 25 per cent, while the 5 per cent advance tax has been completely ...

I cannot start my day without a hot brew but reading about its effects when taken on an empty stomach made me think. That comforting blend of tea leaves, milk, and spices is a ritual deeply ingrained in my daily routine. However, I found that many people were feeling unexpectedly sluggish instead of refreshed after their morning tea. To understand ...

Ramadan is a sacred month for Muslims around the world, marked by fasting from dawn to sunset. This spiritual practice encourages self-discipline, empathy, and connection to God. However, Ramadan is not only about abstaining from food and drink; it also requires maintaining a balanced and nutritious diet during the non-fasting hours, particularly at Sehri (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (meal to ...

Ingredients * 02 tbsp olive oil * 04 pcs small potato, sliced * 01 cup fresh spinach, chopped * 01 tsp spring onion, chopped * 02 tbsp tomatoes, chopped * 01 tsp garlic, chopped * 06 egg * ½ cup liquid milk * ½ cup cheddar cheese Method 1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Place ...

The government has taken the initiative to introduce the ancient river transport boat and traditional sarees as’cultural heritage’ of Bangladesh on a global scale. The decision was taken at a meeting of the advisory council, said a press release from the Cabinet Division. The advisory council decided the cultural affairs ministry will take the initiative to introduce boats, Jamdani sarees ...

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has announced a reduction in the source tax on imported fresh fruits from 10% to 5%. The tax cut applies to various fresh and dried fruits, including oranges, citrus fruits, lemons, grapes, apples, and pears. The NBR has issued an official notification regarding the change, which will take effect immediately.

The first time I casually crossed my arms across my chest and felt the small lump just outside my right armpit, I shrugged it off. We were packing up to go camping for my 36th birthday, and I also had some last-minute race prep to do for a big four-day bike race the following weekend. In other words, I was ...

While an apple a day might keep the doctor away, research shows that consuming an orange a day might help keep depression at bay. A study published in Biomedcentral, led by Raaj Mehta, an instructor at Harvard Medical School and a physician at Massachusetts General Hospital, has found that orange may lower a person’s depression risk by 20 per cent. ...

Ingredients: * 2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped) * ¼ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste) * 1 tsp lemon juice * 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) * 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold) * 2 tbsp powdered sugar * 1 tsp gelatin powder (or agar-agar for a vegetarian option) * 2 tbsp water Method: 1. Prepare the Strawberry ...

During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, refraining from food and drink. While fasting is a time for spiritual reflection, self-discipline, and community, it’s also important to maintain a balanced and nutritious diet to support physical health. For women, who may experience different physiological needs, a healthy diet plan during Ramadan is essential for maintaining energy, hydration, and overall ...