NBR extends deadline for e-VAT return

National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the deadline for businesses to enter previously submitted paper-based VAT returns into the electronic VAT (e-VAT) system until...

Business & Economy

Bangladesh lowers jet fuel prices for 3rd straight time

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has reduced the price of Jet A-1 aviation fuel once again, marking the third consecutive cut in just over...

Business & Economy

Banking sector to be brought under reform commission Info Minister

The government will bring the banking sector under a reform commission to address longstanding governance weaknesses and restore stability in the financial system, Information Minister...

Business & Economy

Economic Reporters’ Forum (ERF) organises a seminar titled “Good Governance in the Banking Sector and the Role of Media” at the ERF office in the capital’s Paltan area on Sunday. Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon was present at the event as chief guest. Presided over by ERF President Doulot Akter Mala, the event was moderated by the organisation’s General Secretary, Abul Kashem.

Editorial

Rights Against Rights: The Paradox of Freedom Undermining Democracy

Democracy is founded on a powerful moral and political premise that individuals possess rights which must be protected so that collective self-government can function. Freedom...

Editorial

Initiatives must be taken to create skilled workers for overseas employment

One of the driving forces of our country’s economy is the remittances sent by expatriate workers. Again, almost the entire labour market is dependent on...

Business & Economy

As OPEC+ meets, Iran war hobbles power to shape oil market

OPEC+ ministers meet Sunday to weigh higher production quotas in a bid to cap oil prices that have surged since the Iran war effectively choked...

Business & Economy

City Bank declares 15pc cash and 15pc stock dividend at AGM

City Bank has announced a record dividend payout after reporting its highest-ever annual profit, with shareholders at the 43rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) approving a...

Business & Economy

BB launches Tk 3,000cr refinance scheme to boost export diversification

Bangladesh Bank (BB) on Sunday launched a Taka 3,000 crore export diversification refinance scheme aimed at strengthening production capacity and expanding the country’s export base...

Entertainment

Nat’l Film Awards / Orsha being honoured for first time

Nazia Haque Orsha is a talented actress of the small and big screens. Many of her acted dramas have fascinated and impressed the drama-loving audience...

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