IMF says Bangladesh requests new assistance program
The International Monetary Fund said Tuesday it was in negotiations with the Bangladeshi government for a new assistance program at Dhaka’s request, as the South...
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Govt eyes leather sector overhaul, vows long-term export push
The government aims to transform Bangladesh’s leather industry into a stronger, export-oriented sector by ensuring maximum utilisation of sacrificial animal hides from Eid-ul-Azha, Commerce Minister...
Citizens Bank holds training on Islamic banking
Citizens Bank PLC has organised a training programme on “Islamic Banking Operations” at its Training Academy in Dhaka recently. AlamgirHossain, managing director of the bank,...
Beyond Combustion: The Science Behind Lower-Risk Profile Nicotine Alternatives
Summer Hanna, Head of Toxicology at BAT, discusses the evidence behind smokeless nicotine products, the importance of risk-proportionate regulation, and how science can help inform...
VDP steps in to preserve rawhides to protect national resources
Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party (VDP) has launched a special initiative to preserve sacrificial animal hides during Eid-ul-Azha to protect national resources and strengthen...
3 CPA taskforces, 10 customs spl teams facilitating Ctg port operation during Eid holidays
The Chattogram Port Authority (CPA) has constituted three distinct taskforces to facilitating smooth unloading of goods at both the jetty and outer anchorage throughout the...
Oil slips 6pc as US, Iran seen moving closer to peace deal
Oil prices fell 6 percent to two-week lows on Monday, as optimism grew that the United States and Iran were moving closer to a peace...
Sony-Smart organizes first-ever movie marathon in Bangladesh
Sony-Smart organized Movie Marathon 2026 for the first time in Bangladesh ended amid colorful events. The grand finale of the competition, organized at the Sony-Smart...
Walton Plaza launches Eid, summer offers 700 outlets nationwide
Walton Plaza has prepared its nationwide retail and service network for the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha and summer shopping season with a range of electronics, electrical and...
Shahjalal Islami Bank holds 25th AGM
The 25th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC was held on Sunday through a digital platform. Chairman of the Board of Directors...
Bangladesh to host inaugural trade-investment conference in June
Bangladesh is set to host its first Trade and Investment Conference 2026 next month, aiming to strengthen economic resilience and attract greater foreign investment ahead...
1,500 factories yet to pay Eid bonuses, including 409 garment and textile units Industrial police
Despite a government directive to clear Eid bonuses by 21 May, around 1,500 factories – nearly 15per cent of the 10,238 factories under the jurisdiction...