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African Union says M23 Congo airport attack may be 'terrorism'

2026-02-07 00:00:00

ADDIS ABABA, Feb 06 (AFP): The African Union said Friday that a drone attack this week by the M23 armed group on a civilian airport in DR Congo may constitute an "act of terrorism".The Rwanda-backed M23 claimed responsibility for the...

For Palestinians returning to Gaza, a bittersweet reunion

2026-02-07 00:00:00

GAZA/CAIRO, Feb 06 (Reuters): Eatedal Rayyan waited for this moment for nearly two years: a reunion with her husband in Gaza, where she says yearning for family and homeland has persisted despite widespread destruction from the enclave's two-year war.Rayyan, 29,...

Trump posts election conspiracy video with Obamas depicted as monkeys

2026-02-07 00:00:00

WASHINGTON, Feb 06 (AFP): US President Donald Trump on Thursday posted an election conspiracy video that depicted former president Barack Obama and his wife Michelle as monkeys, drawing condemnation from prominent Democrats.Near the end of a one-minute-long video posted on...

START nuclear treaty 'was flawed': senior US official

2026-02-07 00:00:00

GENEVA, Feb 06 (AFP): A senior US official on Friday criticised the last nuclear treaty between Russia and the United States for failing to including Beijing, speaking at the United Nations a day after the New START deal expired."In a...

Bill Gates’ painful regret over Jeffrey Epstein ties

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Bill Gates is speaking out about his connection to Jeffrey Epstein following the Justice Department’s release of documents that place the Microsoft founder among numerous high-profile individuals linked to the late financier and convicted sex offender. During a recent conversation...

Thailand votes after three prime ministers in two years

2026-02-07 00:00:00

BANGKOK, Feb 06 (AFP): Thais vote Sunday in an election pitting the popular reformists who won last time against the conservative who ended up as prime minister, with ex-leader Thaksin Shinawatra looming large from his prison cell.The Southeast Asian nation's...

Iran, US hold talks in Oman after Trump military threats

2026-02-07 00:00:00

MUSCAT, Oman, Feb 06 (Agencies): Iran and the United States were holding talks in Oman on Friday that were seen as a critical chance to avert any new escalation between the foes, after President Donald Trump threatened military action.With an...

Mercuria, India's Tata to form commodities trading venture

2026-02-07 00:00:00

LONDON, Feb 6 (Reuters): Global commodities trading house Mercuria will form a joint venture with Tata International to expand its presence in India and assist the conglomerate with trading a diversified basket of commodities, the pair said in a statement...

China's silver fund plummets again after trading halt

2026-02-07 00:00:00

SHANGHAI/HONG KONG Feb 6 (Reuters): China's sole silver futures fund slumped by its 10 per cent daily limit on Friday, its fifth straight session of decline, after a global selloff in precious metals wiped out significant investor gains.Global gold and...

Oil pauses as investors eye US-Iran talks

2026-02-07 00:00:00

LONDON, Feb 6 (Reuters): Oil prices held steady on Friday as investors awaited news from high-stakes talks between the United States and Iran that are taking place in Oman amid fears of another supply-disrupting Middle East conflict.Brent crude futures rose...

Gold gains on safe-haven demand-

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Gold prices gained on Friday, rebounding from a sharp selloff in the previous session, as global equities fell and US-Iran tensions lingered, while the CME Group raised margins on precious metals to counter risk, reports Reuters.Spot gold rose 2.3 per...

World food prices ease further in January: FAO

2026-02-07 00:00:00

PARIS, Feb 6 (Reuters): World food prices fell for a fifth straight month in January, led by declines in dairy, sugar and meat products, the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization said on Friday.The FAO's food price index, which tracks...

Some UAE companies pull out of Saudi defence show as Gulf rift spills into business

2026-02-07 00:00:00

DUBAI, Feb 6 (Reuters): Some UAE companies have pulled out of a major defence show taking place in Saudi Arabia, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters, the latest sign that a rift between the two Gulf...

Gold price drops by Tk 7,640 per bhori in local market

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Gold prices in Bangladesh were reduced by Tk 7,640 per bhori on Friday, following a fresh price revision announced by the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS).The association explained that the decision was taken in view of an overall assessment of the...

In Argentina, inflation data dispute kindles fears of political meddling

2026-02-07 00:00:00

BUENOS AIRES, Feb 6 (Reuters): Argentina's inflation data has become a political flashpoint after the abrupt resignation this week of the head of the national statistics agency exposed tensions at the heart of President Javier Milei's economic strategy.Economy Minister Luis...

Bangladesh secures $8.02m orders at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Bangladesh has secured encouraging business prospects at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris Spring/Feb 2026, held on 2-4 February, with strong interest from international buyers in Bangladeshi apparel and textile products, reports BSS.According to information received from the 18 Export Promotion Bureau...

China flexes its muscle at Singapore Airshow as US isolated

2026-02-07 00:00:00

SINGAPORE, Feb 6 (Reuters): China used this week's Singapore Airshow to flex its military and aviation muscle, drawing heavy attention from regional delegations as Beijing sharpens its bid for influence in Southeast Asia. The U.S. military has demonstrated its power...

IDRA signs two MoUs with Dhaka University and Brac University

2026-02-07 00:00:00

The Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA) signed two separate Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) on Thursday at its headquarters, aiming to strengthen academic collaboration and capacity building in the insurance sector, says a press release.The first MoU was signed between...

Ctg port operations resume as strike suspended

OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2026-02-07 00:00:00

CHATTOGRAM, Feb 06: After a six-day halt, the operational activities at the Chittagong Port resumed on Friday as the workers suspended their strike for two days. As a result, the loading and unloading of goods and containers from ships at...

Europe, Asia lead global equity fund inflows as investors cut US tech exposure

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Global equity funds saw strong inflows led by Europe and Asia, underscoring a diversification push as investors sought to reduce exposure to volatile US technology shares and spread risk across other markets, reports Reuters.Global equity funds saw net investments of...

MIDLAND BANK HOSTS ANNUAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Midland Bank PLC held its Annual Business Conference 2026 of Branch, Sub-Branch, Agent Banking, Islami Banking, Retail Sales, Institutional Banking, SME, NRB, Cards and Treasury Business on Friday. Independent Director of the bank Riaz Ahmed Choudhury attended the conference as...

Syngenta plans HK listing worth up to $10b

2026-02-07 00:00:00

 HONG KONG, Feb 6 (Reuters): Syngenta Group is targeting a Hong Kong listing that could raise as much as $10 billion, two sources said, setting the Swiss agrichemicals and seeds group on course for one of the world's biggest IPOs...

GP loses 0.85m subscribers in Dec amid SIM limits, service issues

ISMAIL HOSSAIN | 2026-02-07 00:00:00

Grameenphone (GP), the country's largest mobile operator, saw its subscriber base shrink by about 0.85 million in December 2025, highlighting the growing tensions between regulatory intervention and persistent service quality issues that seem to be reshaping the telecom market.According to...

FID seeks list of ICB employees involved

FE REPORT | 2026-02-07 00:00:00

The Financial Institutions Division (FID) has asked the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) to provide a list of Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB) employees allegedly involved in the manipulation of stock price of Fortune Shoes Ltd.This move follows an...

Weather _2026-02-07

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country until 6:00 pm today (Saturday). Mild cold wave is sweeping over the districts of Moulvibazar, Panchagarh, Rajshahi and Pabna and it may countinue. Temperature may remain nearly unchanged....

Justice Moyeenul Islam Chy made NHRC chairman

2026-02-07 00:00:00

The government has appointed Justice Moyeenul Islam Chowdhury, a retired judge of the High Court Division, as the new chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), while four more commissioners have been also appointed to commission, reports BSS.The Legislative...

Illegal arms, drugs seized in city: Five held

FE REPORT | 2026-02-07 00:00:00

A large cache of illegal arms, ammunition, narcotics and cash has been recovered in joint operations conducted by the army in the capital's North Badda and Dhalpur areas.The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) disclosed the information in a press release issued...

BD steps up road safety drive with a big driver training deal

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Bangladesh has taken a major step towards safer roads with the signing of a crucial agreement to train 60,000 vehicle drivers nationwide, aiming to reduce road fatalities and build a skilled transport workforce, reports UNB.A deal was signed at the...

Journalist Zakaria Kajal passes away

2026-02-07 00:00:00

National Press Club member and veteran journalist Zakaria Kajal passed away on Friday. He was 67, reports UNB.He breathed his last at around 3:30 pm while undergoing treatment at a hospital in the capital. He is survived by his wife,...

Discovering Dhaka's heritage: A journey through time

2026-02-07 00:00:00

Dhaka, a city pulsating with vibrant life, holds within its heart a rich tapestry of history, woven into magnificent archaeological marvels. A journey through its old quarters is a captivating experience, transporting visitors back to eras of Mughal emperors, influential...