Gains in poverty reduction erode
Bangladesh’s progress in poverty reduction has suffered a significant reversal, with the poverty rate rising to 27.93 per cent in 2025 from 18.7 per cent...
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Japan deal to drive growth
Bangladesh will seek a ¥2.2 trillion ($14 billion) investment and cooperation package from Japan during Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s four-day visit to Tokyo from 26...
Houthi Attack / 114 flights cancelled
Thousands of passengers travelling between Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia have faced disruption after security-related closures at Riyadh and Dammam airports forced the cancellation of 114...
Bangladesh maps $1.4b climate fund
The growing economic burden of climate change is creating an urgent need for Bangladesh to invest in health-system resilience, as extreme heat, climate-sensitive diseases, unsafe...
Passenger woes at HSIA prompt CCTV drive
Complaints of baggage theft, damage and prolonged delays at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) have prompted the authorities to introduce live monitoring of luggage handling,...
Raipura Upazila Health Complex takes steps to improve services
The Raipura Upazila Health Complex in Narsingdi has undertaken various initiatives to improve the quality of medical services, ensure faster treatment, maintain a clean environment...
