$4.8b energy bill shock looms
Bangladesh is likely to face a significant increase in its annual fossil fuel import bill, with projections suggesting an additional $4.8 billion in costs —...
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External debt up again in Dec quarter
Bangladesh’s total foreign debt increased by $1.30 billion in the October–December quarter of 2025, reaching $113.51 billion, according to a report released by Bangladesh Bank...
Bus plunges into Padma Two Dead
At least two people have died after a passenger bus carrying around 40 passengers plunged into the Padma River from a pontoon at Daulatdia ferry...
Future of nations lies in children: Dr. Zubaida
Dr. Zubaida Rahman, spouse of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, has called on the international community to prioritise the welfare of children and ensure a safe,...
Jamaat opposes repeal
The opposition party Jamaat-e-Islami on Wednesday claimed that a proposal from the ruling party to repeal the referendum ordinance has delayed a final decision by...
Review moves to final stage
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Wednesday said the review process of 133 ordinances issued during the tenure of the interim government has reached its final...
Fuel supply stable but anxiety rises nationwide
The government has reiterated that no decision has been taken to increase fuel prices, even as growing concerns emerge over global oil market instability triggered...
Independence Day today: Nation to pay homage to 1971 martyrs
Bangladesh is set to observe this year’s Independence and National Day on Thursday with a range of ceremonial and cultural programmes across the country. The...
Advanced tech developed to strengthen renewable energy grids
Md Shakhawat Hossain, a Bangladeshi electrical engineer and graduate researcher at Lamar University in Texas, is contributing to the future of renewable energy systems through...
Pak hands over Trump’s ceasefire proposal to Iran
There have also been reports that officials from the US and Iran could meet in Islamabad in the coming days. The peace plan centered on...
Discount deal drama hits Nobin Fashion
A controversy has erupted over the sudden closure of Nobin Fashion in Moghbazar, as its owner claims pressure from a “syndicate” forced the shutdown, a...