BRI can speed up BD attaining goals: Experts

China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) could help Bangladesh achieve its long-term development goals in the current shift of global political economy, experts at an international conference said on Sunday.They said both political and economic world orders have been changing quickly without any war and protectionism seems to be on...

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Create economic corridor in country's northeast region

The Manila-based Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Sunday suggested setting up of an economic corridor in the country's north-eastern region, comprising nine districts, to tap its potential.The Northeast Bangladesh Economic Corridor will comprise Narayanganj, Gazipur, Narsingdi, Kishoreganj, Mymensingh, Netrakona, Brahmanbaria, Habiganj and Sylhet, according to an ADB study.The ADB said...

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'One person company' on the cards

A move is on to amend the Companies Act, allowing formation of a company by an individual, sources said.A draft of the proposed amendment is now awaiting vetting by the Ministry of Law.The amendment also aims to attract foreign investment by creating investment friendly environment, easing the cost of doing...

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Ban on Hilsa fishing

The government will impose a 22-day ban on catching, selling, hoarding and transporting Hilsa from October 09 to 31 to ensure the safe spawning of the popular fish during its peak breeding period. — UNB

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Prayer Timings-(09-09-2019)

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