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Transport sector gets Tk 607.3b

The government has planned to build monorail and metro rail-based mass transit systems - along with expressway networks and integrated multimodal transport arrangements, with a focus on road, rail, waterway, and air connectivity - in the upcoming FY27 fiscal year.Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, in his budget speech on...

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury entering Jatiya Sangsad

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury entering the Jatiya Sangsad on Thursday to place the budget for the FY 2026-27. — PID

Phased new pay scale for public employees effective from July

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Thursday announced that a new pay scale for government employees will be implemented in phases starting from 1 July, citing the rising cost of living and inflationary pressures.He made the announcement while presenting the proposed national budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 in...

Tax cuts target cheaper lifesaving treatment

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has proposed removing value-added tax (VAT) on the import of cardiac stents, dialysis filters, intraocular lenses and raw materials used in the production of cancer medicines.The move aims to reduce the cost of essential medical devices and treatments, potentially making healthcare more affordable for...

Three more children die with measles symptoms in 24 hrs-

The health authorities reported deaths of three more children with measles-like symptoms in the past 24 hours until Thursday 8:0am totaling the casualties to 642.Of the total deaths, 92 were confirmed cases. And, of the total confirmed and suspected deaths, 288 were reported in Dhaka, according to the Directorate General...

Long-term tax incentives proposed for semiconductor industry

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has proposed long-term fiscal incentives for the development of Bangladesh's semiconductor industry, aiming to leverage the country's growing pool of engineering talent, create high-skilled employment opportunities and promote export-oriented industrial growth, reports BSS.Presenting the national budget of approximately Taka 9.38 trillion for fiscal year...

18th BUP Day celebrated

Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) celebrated its 18th founding anniversary on Thursday with due festivity and enthusiasm. The event marked the beginning of BUP's 19th year of academic excellence and institutional growth, says a press release.To mark the occasion, a series of programmes were held throughout the day. As part...

NILS AIUB Chapter hosts inauguration ceremony

The Network for International Law Students (NILS) AIUB Chapter recently held its inauguration ceremony at American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB). The programme marked the formal launch of the chapter, and brought together students, academics, and representatives from various NILS Bangladesh university chapters, says a press release. Following the inauguration, a workshop...

'City Inspector' programme at Nagar Bhaban

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Administrator Md Abdus Salam inaugurated its 'City Inspector' programme at Nagar Bhaban in the capital on Wednesday. — DSCC

Govt plans four new int’l aviation gateways

The proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal intended to develop Rajshahi, Cox's Bazar, Jashore and Saidpur airports as international gateways and introduce an integrated digital logistics platform to boost trade, transportation and regional connectivity, reports BSS.Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury announced the plans to develop the three new international...

Five burned in N’ganj gas leak explosion

NARAYANGANJ, June 11 (BSS): At least five people, including four members of the same family, sustained burn injuries following an explosion caused by a gas line leak in a residential house in Bandar upazila of the district on Thursday.The incident occurred in a one-storey rented house in the Chhotabag area...