France announces crisis loans for firms hit by fuel-price surge
France said Friday it was launching an emergency loan programme to help small and medium-sized businesses exposed to soaring fuel prices driven by the war...
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BCCCI places proposals at NBR pre-budget meeting
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) on Sunday held a pre-budget consultation meeting with the Bangladesh China Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCCI) at its...
Apparel exports to US decline 8.53pc in Jan-Feb
Bangladesh’s readymade garment (RMG) exports to the United States – its single largest export destination – faced a setback in early 2026, recording an 8.53...
Engineering Energy Sovereignty: A Technical Blueprint for Renewable Integration in Bangladesh
IntroductionEnergy sovereignty refers to reducing the country’s dependence on energy imports and increasing the use of local renewable resources, which is essential for Bangladesh’s economic...
War impact on agriculture and industry: Steps needed to deal with the crisis
The two main driving forces of Bangladesh’s economy — agriculture and industry — are facing a deep crisis today. The energy crisis is taking away...
Iran’s internet blackout stretches to nearly 900hrs
The internet service has been shut in Iran for nearly 900 hours as the US-Israel-Iran war prolonged, said an independent internet monitoring organization NetBlocks. Iran’s...
Trump seeks $1.5T for defense
US President Donald Trump on Friday aimed to boost defense spending to $1.5 trillion in his 2027 budget proposal. The request, which comes five weeks...
Secy panel to review pay commission proposals
The government is set to continue reviewing the National Pay Commission’s recommendations for a new pay structure for public officials and employees, officials said on...