Briefing 2023-07-17

DSEX hits eight-month high

Stocks extended the winning streak on Sunday, with the core index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) hitting an eight-month high, as investors put fresh bets on some fundamentally-sound shares. Blue-chip stock Square Pharma, which took off from the floor after eight months on Thursday, gained 0.81 per cent further to close at Tk 212.10. Page 9

Historic win for Tigresses

Bangladesh women's team sealed its first-ever victory against Indian Women's team in ODI format as they beat the mighty neighbour by 40 runs on DLS method in the three-match series opener Sunday at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium. India's target was set 154 in 44 overs. Page 15

US temperatures could set new records

Parts of the US are expected to see record temperatures on Sunday, with warnings of "dangerous" heat levels into next week across the south-west. Nearly a third of Americans are currently under heat advisories, from Florida to California and up to Washington state. Page 17

BCC to launch BD Desk in Kolkata

The Bharat Chamber of Commerce (BCC) is set to launch a Bangladesh Desk in Kolkata aiming to facilitate bilateral trade and cooperation between the two neighbouring countries, said sources. Page 20