jan 8, 1534 - Portugueese captured Bombay
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from Sultan of GujaratDemanded payment of license fees 'Cartaz System'
Tobacco was introduced to India during the reign of Akbar by the Portuguese. The first tobacco plant was established in Gujrat in 1613 and it was also exported to Arakan and Pegu.
Potatoes and chillies were introduced in India
by the Portuguese during early 17th century and 15th century respectively. Both were originally from South America
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Date:
jan 8, 1534
Now
~ 491 years ago