Briefing 2022-10-07

Dhaka stocks edge up

The benchmark equity index rose on Thursday, boosted by pharmaceuticals and chemical sector stocks, even as cautious investors adopted wait-and-see policy amid no signs of improvement in economic outlook. However, the turnover on Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) posted a decline of 9.3 per cent as many investors stayed on the sidelines after liquidating their holdings. Page 9

Tigresses outplay Malaysia

Riding on the excellent batting performance of Murshida Khatun, captain Nigar Sultana and an outstanding bowling show from Fariha Trishna, Bangladesh outplayed Malaysia by 88 runs in the ongoing Women's Asia Cup at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet on Thursday. Page 15

21 perish as boats sink off Greece

Residents of a Greek island pulled shipwrecked migrants to safety up steep cliffs in dramatic rescues after two boats sank in Greek waters, leaving at least 21 people dead and many still missing. Page 17

Ctg Customs close for 12 hrs from Oct 14

The Chattogram Customs House will see a 12-hour suspension of all activities, including taxation, and port delivery of goods from October 14 night to October 15 morning due to an upgrade in its customs management system - Automated System for Customs Data (Asycuda) software. Page 20