Residents suffer as TCB sales postponed
Chattogram residents who buy essentials from Trading Corporation Bangladesh (TCB) had to suffer yesterday, as Chattogram District Administration postponed TCB operations, reportedly without notice.
Bangladesh slashes rice import tariffs to 25 percent
Bangladesh has cut customs tariffs and duty on rice until October 31 this year in order to encourage imports to increase supply of the staple grain in the domestic market and cool its prices, according to a notification today (June 23, 2022).
Russia offered to export 2 lakh metric tons of wheat to Bangladesh
Russia has already given offer to export two lakh metric tons of wheat to Bangladesh, Food Minister Sadhan Chandra Majumder told the parliament today (June 23, 2022).
Edible oil: Prices drop in global markets, not at home
Even though prices of loose palm and soybean oil have dropped in wholesale markets, consumers are not being able to reap the benefits as retailers are still selling those at the government-fixed prices.
Now potato prices jump
The price of potatoes is now on the rise in different markets in Munshiganj in line with the spiralling cost of other essentials.
Hike in rice prices: Anti-hoarding drives yet to make any difference
Rice prices continue to rise despite the countrywide drives against illegal hoarding and overcharging.
Residents suffer as TCB sales postponed
Chattogram residents who buy essentials from Trading Corporation Bangladesh (TCB) had to suffer yesterday, as Chattogram District Administration postponed TCB operations, reportedly without notice.
Bangladesh slashes rice import tariffs to 25 percent
Bangladesh has cut customs tariffs and duty on rice until October 31 this year in order to encourage imports to increase supply of the staple grain in the domestic market and cool its prices, according to a notification today (June 23, 2022).
Russia offered to export 2 lakh metric tons of wheat to Bangladesh
Russia has already given offer to export two lakh metric tons of wheat to Bangladesh, Food Minister Sadhan Chandra Majumder told the parliament today (June 23, 2022).
India exported 1.5 lakh tonnes of wheat to Bangladesh since restrictions imposed
India has exported 1.5 lakh tonnes of wheat to Bangladesh since the country restricted the export of the grain on May 13, according to the Indian Food Secretary Sudhanshu Pandey.
Without public hearing, it’s ‘illegal’: CAB
Consumers Association of Bangladesh has said the process of fixing fuel prices without holding any public hearings is “illegal”.
Govt to go all out to arrest price spiral
The government will make all-out efforts to keep prices of essential commodities stable through measures like lifting all tariffs and taxes on their imports and taking stern action against market manipulation.
Top 5 Bangladeshi summer fruits: How many have you had this year?
Being a tropical country, Bangladesh produces a lot of summer fruits. In fact, despite the scorching heat and other cons of the season, many of us look forward to summer solely for the fruity deliciousness it brings along.
“Delicious. Full Stop”: McDonald’s in Russia renamed “Vkusno i tochka”
Former McDonald’s restaurants in Russia have been renamed “Vkusno i tochka” (“Delicious. Full Stop”), the new owner said ahead of their grand re-opening later on Sunday (June 12).
Edible oil price shock continues
The government yesterday increased the price of soybean oil by Tk 5 to Tk 7 per litre, dashing the hopes of the edible oil market in Bangladesh cooling off anytime soon.
Govt to review edible oil prices
The Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission (BTTC) yesterday suggested the commerce ministry review the price of edible oil in local markets as the product’s price is declining globally.