Freight sector gets remittance relief
Bangladesh Bank (BB) has introduced greater flexibility in the receipt of inward remittances by licensed freight forwarders, allowing them to receive payments from a broader...
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We favour stronger ties with Russia
Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman on Monday conveyed Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s greetings to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Foreign Minister...
Broad-based growth pushes PMI to 62.8
Bangladesh’s economy gained significant momentum in May 2026, with the country’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rising sharply to 62.8 from 54.6 in April, signalling a...
Parliamentary panel wants stocks for 90 days
A special parliamentary committee has recommended expanding Bangladesh’s strategic fuel reserves to maintain a minimum three-month storage capacity and diversify import sources as part of...
TIB notes progress, raises governance concerns
Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) on Sunday described the first 100 days of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led government as a mixed period, citing a number...
CPD urges tax reform for clean energy
Bangladesh’s tax and fiscal policies continue to provide greater advantages to fossil fuel-based energy than to renewable technologies, creating challenges for the country’s transition to...
Inflation accelerates on food costs
Bangladesh’s inflation rate increased in May, driven by higher prices across both food and non-food categories, adding to the cost-of-living pressures facing households. Data released...
Subsidy growth falls behind needs
The government’s proposed allocation for subsidies, incentives and cash assistance in FY2026-27 is set to decline as a share of the economy despite growing concerns...
40-hour debate planned for FY27 budget
The 13th National Parliament has allocated a total of 40 hours for discussions on the proposed national budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year during its...
Push-in at gunpoint
A leading West Bengal-based human rights organisation has accused India’s Border Security Force (BSF) of forcibly pushing so-called Bangladeshis, including women and children, towards Bangladesh....
Curacao to create fairy tale
The World Cup is a competition between big teams and a showcase of the world’s best footballers. However, Curacao, a country with a population of...