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Hunt for foreign funds gets going

Much-hyped Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP) is up for consideration at a meeting today as a government hunt for foreign funds gets going for bankrolling two dozen development schemes. Officials say health division promptly shortlists its five projects--like construction of hospitals, strengthening the Venom Research Centre and...

The fall foliage of various trees in Hatirjheel looks lush-green

The fall foliage of various trees in Hatirjheel looks lush-green following torrential rain over the past couple of days. The rich greenery stands in stark contrast to concrete buildings, but still offers an oasis of serenity in the heart of the city. The photo was taken on Tuesday. — FE...

Interim govt agog with preparation to hold polls in Feb

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, now in America, affirmed that the Interim Government is making comprehensive preparations to ensure a free, fair and peaceful general election in the first half of February.A spokesman for the CA Office said Tuesday the head of post-uprising government made these remarks during a meeting...

Govt supports exporters to attend 46 int’l trade fairs

The government has rolled out an extensive plan to support Bangladeshi exporters from eight potential sectors in participating in 46 international trade fairs during fiscal year 2025-26, aiming to diversify the country's export basket and reduce reliance on traditional markets such as the USA and the European Union (EU).As part...

Feed prices high despite cheaper inputs

Despite record harvests of maize and a glut of soybean cake in storage, the cost of animal and poultry feed remains stubbornly high, leaving small farmers struggling and consumers paying more for protein-rich foods.Maize and soybean cake prices have fallen to their lowest levels in five years, yet feed millers...

Bond yields slip below policy rate

Yields on treasury bonds fell below the central bank's policy rate on Tuesday, as banks channelled surplus liquidity into government securities amid subdued private credit demand ahead of the national elections.The cut-off yield, commonly referred to as the interest rate, on 15-year Bangladesh Government Treasury Bonds (BGTBs) dropped to 9.67...

Public hearing on re-fixing prices on October 6

A public hearing with interested parties on the proposal of re-fixing the natural gas price in the fertilizer category will be held on October 6, according to officials.The public hearing will start at 10 am, which will continue till 5 pm on October 6 at Bangladesh Institute of Administration and...

BB doubles advance payment limits against imports to simplify transactions

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has doubled the limits for advance payments against imports in a move to further simplify trade transactions, reports BSS."To further simplify trade transactions, it has been decided to enhance the aforesaid limits to US$20,000 and US$50,000 respectively," said a BB circular issued on Tuesday.Previously, BB allowed advance...