The Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB) organised a reception programme for newly registered members of the Institute at Holiday Inn in Dhaka on Saturday. Md Selim Uddin, Secretary, Ministry of Commerce, was present as the chief guest. Thirty-Seven...
To enhance access to books for readers of all backgrounds, bKash, in partnership with Prothom Alo Trust, has distributed 120,000 books to 393 libraries established by different individuals, organisations, or collaborative initiative across 28 districts of the country, says a...
FE REPORT | 2024-12-09 00:00:00
Moynul Islam, vice chairman of Monno Ceramic Ind Ltd, has been selected as the President (acting) of Bangladesh Ceramic Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BCMEA) in absence of incumbent President Md Shirajul Islam Mollah.Moynul was selected in the 51st board meeting...
Savvata By Rifah, a new symbol of elegance and luxury in Bangladesh's fashion industry, was officially launched in Dhaka recently, marking the debut of the brand's exclusive bridal and luxurious fashion collections.The brand offers fashion enthusiasts an array of exclusive...
TIRUNELVELI, India, Dec 6 (Reuters): Tata Power's, newly built 4.3 gigawatt (GW) solar module and cell manufacturing facility in southern India will largely cater to domestic markets, its chief executive said, even as exports from the country have grown exponentially.Tata...
Prime Bank PLC has recently signed a payroll agreement with AkijBashir Group at their corporate office. Under this agreement, employees of AkijBashir Group will enjoy preferential banking service, including Credit Card and loan facilities, from Prime Bank. They will also...
Modhumoti Bank on Saturday organised a meeting to raise awareness on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism in the capital's International Conference Center, Police Staff College, Mirpur. A.K.M. Ehsan, the head of Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit, delivered his...
The business leaders strongly urged the government to take immediate action to facilitate the economic growth, maintain a stable law-and-order situation in industrial areas, and ensure the safety and security of all factories, including those in the garment sector, reports...
Mutual Trust Bank has recently published the official version of its '10th Annual Sustainability Report 2023' following the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards. The report highlights MTB's efforts to address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities while delivering long-term value...
NEW YORK, Dec 6 (Reuters): The US dollar rose on Friday, as earlier selling, amid a jobs report showing higher unemployment and modest job gains overall, lost momentum ahead of an inflation report next week that could either reinforce or...
FE REPORT | 2024-12-09 00:00:00
The daily trade turnover on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) tumbled to four-month low on Sunday as investors were reluctant to make fresh investments in stocks due to the bleak market outlook.Turnover, a crucial indicator of the market, stood at...
HABIGANJ, Dec 08 (bdnews24.com): Over 100 people, including police, have reportedly been injured when a massive clash broke out between the residents of four villages at Bahubal upazila in Habiganj district over an autorickshaw fare.The clash continued from 10am to...
CHANDPUR, Dec 08 (UNB): Residents of five to six villages under Paikpara union in Faridganj upazila have been suffering for years due to the hazardous condition of a locally-built wooden bridge, their lone means of communication.The wooden bridge, connecting East...
TAHJIBUL ANAM | 2024-12-09 00:00:00
COX'S BAZAR, Nov 08: Dilapidated condition of the Saint Martin Island's jetty resulting from unremitting soil erosion has made movement of tourists and local residents of the island very much risky. Tourists as well as local residents have to make...
ADELAIDE, Australia, Dec 08 (AFP): A resurgent Australia thumped India by 10 wickets to win the second Test on Sunday and level their blockbuster five-match series 1-1 after a batting and bowling masterclass at fortress Adelaide Oval.Chasing just 19 for...
WELLINGTON, Dec 08 (AFP): An aggressive England dominated almost from start to finish to thrash New Zealand by 323 runs on Sunday in the second Test and emphatically win the series with a match to go.Joe Root scored a century...
In a bid to avoid a series sweep in the T20 format, the Bangladesh Women's team will take on Ireland in the third and final match at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium today (Monday). The match will start at 10am,...
Players of Bangladesh's Under-19 cricket team celebrating with the 2024 U-19 Asia Cup trophy after winning against India in Dubai on Sunday -BCB (Story on page 1)
The banking sector plays a vital role in the economic framework of Bangladesh. However, one of the sector's most pressing challenges in recent times is the rising rate of non-performing loans (NPLs). According to the latest statistics from Bangladesh Bank,...
Six Sigma is a set of methodologies and tools for improving business processes by reducing defects, waste, and various types of errors. Minimising variation increases quality and efficiency, leading to higher customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. By using Six Sigma,...
Syed Fattahul Alim | 2024-12-09 00:00:00
The edible oil market has again turned dicey and volatile. Now the consumers are once again facing an artificial crisis of edible oils, especially soybean and palm oils, in the retail market. Without prior warning from the dealers, the indispensable...
As the saying goes, old habits die hard. This is particularly true for market manipulators in Bangladesh. They are once again playing their old nasty trick of creating artificial crisis to drive up prices, and this time, their target is...
Muhammad Zamir | 2024-12-09 00:00:00
On November 29, the world observed the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People-- a day established by the UN in 1977 to emphasise global support for Palestinian rights, including self-determination, independence and a just resolution to the issue...
FE REPORT | 2024-12-08 12:00:00
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) standing committee member Dr Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain said on Saturday that it would not be wise to remain in power for an indefinite period in the name of carrying out reforms.He noted that the commitment of...
Fresh off their victory in the second Test against the West Indies, which helped them draw the two-match series, Bangladesh are eager to continue their winning ways as they kick off the ODI series in Saint Kitts and Nevis today...
Kabir Ahmed | 2024-12-08 12:00:00
The freight forwarding sector is a backbone for global trade, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across borders. In Bangladesh, this sector is critical in facilitating the export of garments, seafood, pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, leather, perishable items, and more. Despite...
Police recovered the body of a man in the Shahbagh area of Dhaka on Saturday noon, reports UNB.The deceased was identified as Md. Kalam Hossain, 55.According to Shahbagh police, the man was found unconscious near Gate 3 of Suhrawardy Udyan...
CUMILLA, Dec 07 (UNB): Five people were killed and several others injured in separate road accidents in Daudkandi upazila of Cumilla district on Saturday.Two brick kiln workers were killed as a bus hit a tractor on Dhaka-Kachua road near Shayestanagar,...
Five more people have died of dengue while 562 new patients have been hospitalised with the Aedes mosquito-borne disease across Bangladesh over the past 24 hours, reports bdnews24.com.The number of patients hospitalised with the disease this year has risen to...
BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday stated that the party's primary objective is to ensure accountability in Bangladesh, where everyone, from the Prime Minister to Union Parishad Members, is accountable to people for their actions, reports UNB."We want to...
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