Election fever grips DU as students leave campus to vote

With the 13th national election just two days away, election fever has gripped Dhaka University (DU) as students begin leaving the campus to return to their home constituencies to cast their votes, reflecting strong enthusiasm among young voters. For many...

A delegation of the Commonwealth Observer Group

A delegation of the Commonwealth Observer Group, led by its chair and former president of Ghana Nana Akufo-Addo, paid a courtesy call on Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus at the Jamuna in the capital on Monday. — Focus Bangla

Firearms potential threat in polls: IGP

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam said use of firearms is a potential threat in the context of the parliamentary election and referendum, scheduled tomorrow (Thursday). "All necessary measures have been taken to address this," he added.He made the...

ICT verdict in case against Inu expected this month

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) prosecution has expressed hope that the verdict in the case filed against former information minister Hasanul Haq Inu over the killing of six individuals during the July Uprising in Kushtia will be delivered this month,...

‘Voting access for citizens with disabilities overlooked’

As in previous elections, the 13th Jatiya Sangsad (JS) election is set to be held without extending voting rights to the country's hundreds of citizens with various disabilities, raising concerns about inclusiveness.The Bangladesh Society for the Change and Advocacy Nexus...

EC sets up media centre to facilitate election coverage

The Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has opened a dedicated media centre to help journalists cover the 13th Jatiya Sangsad (JS) election and the referendum.Located at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka, the Media Centre will provide foreign journalists with necessary information and logistical...

EU Mission deploys 90 short-term observers to monitor election day

The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) has deployed observers to monitor election day proceedings across the country.A total of 90 short-term observers (STOs) have been assigned across all 64 administrative districts.They will monitor all stages of the election,...

Fakhrul says no scope for ‘manipulation’ in polls

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said there is no scope for 'engineering' in the 13th Jatiya Sangsad election as government officials and employees are expected to discharge their duties properly to ensure free, fair and credible voting,...

‘AL indirectly active in election’

Despite the Awami League's official decision not to contest the national election, the party continues to exert influence on the political landscape through indirect participation and disruptive activities, according to Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB).Speaking amid ongoing debate over the inclusivity...

Makeshift shops on Mirpur Road in Dhaka remain closed

Makeshift shops on Mirpur Road in Dhaka remain closed as many city-dwellers left the capital for their villages on Tuesday ahead of the February 12 national election following the government-announced holidays for today and tomorrow. — FE Photo

Hotel Sarina hosts pre-Ramadan iftar & dinner food tasting ceremony

Ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, Hotel Sarina Dhaka has recently hosted an exclusive pre-Ramadan iftar & dinner food tasting ceremony at Summerfields Restaurant, offering an early preview of its Ramadan dining experience.The event showcased Sarina's specially curated iftar...

Zeroing energy bills biggest success for interim govt, says Fouzul Kabir

Clearing massive outstanding dues owed to foreign energy suppliers has been the biggest achievement of the interim government, Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan said on Tuesday, marking his last working day in office, reports UNB.Speaking...

Community Bank signs MoU with Project 2morrow for customer onboarding

Community Bank Bangladesh PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Project 2morrow Software Ltd to strengthen inclusive financing initiatives and enhance customer onboarding through advanced digital financial systems.The strategic partnership aims to integrate innovative financial advisory services and...

NCC Bank supports 'SeaSafe Lifeguard' initiative

As part of its CSR initiatives, NCC Bank has extended support to the "SeaSafe Lifeguard" programme operated by the Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB) in Cox's Bazar sea beach, aiming to address drowning-related public health risks and...

Banks, stock markets to remain closed for 4 days

All banks and stock markets in Bangladesh will remain closed for four consecutive days starting today (Wednesday) due to the national election and the referendum.To facilitate voter participation and ensure smooth security arrangements, the government has declared a two-day public...

Port Single Window opens at Ctg port

CHATTOGRAM, Feb 10: The Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) marked a historic milestone in the nation's maritime and logistics sector by officially inaugurating the Port Single Window (CPA SKY) on Tuesday.This cutting-edge digital platform signifies a definitive shift towards a paperless...

PRAN-RFL to enter motorcycle industry with Tk 5b investment

PRAN-RFL Group is set to enter the motorcycle industry with an investment of Tk 5.0 billion in Habiganj, where it will establish a new factory expected to create around 5,000 jobs and boost the local economy.Giving priority to the young...

Foreign investors pull from Asian stocks as AI-driven tech rout spreads

Foreign outflows from Asian stocks rose sharply in the first week of February as South Korea and Taiwan came under pressure from a global selloff in high-growth technology shares on concerns over the hefty AI-related capital spending, reports Reuters.Foreign investors...

StanChart's shares fall on departure of CFO De Giorgi

Standard Chartered's shares tumbled on Tuesday after the lender said its Chief Financial Officer Diego De Giorgi had left the bank, reports Reuters.The bank's London shares fell 4.1 per cent at the market open while its Hong Kong-listed stock dropped...

ISLAMI BANK HOLDS BOARD MEETING -__-

A meeting of the board of directors of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC was held at Islami Bank Tower on Tuesday. Dr. M. Zubaidur Rahman, chairman of the bank, presided over the meeting. Mohammad Khurshid Wahab, chairman of the executive committee,...

SOUTHEAST BANK SIGNS MOU WITH NBIU, RAJSHAHI

Southeast Bank recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with North Bengal International University (NBIU), Rajshahi, at the bank's head office in Dhaka to introduce its education management system, "SoutheastEduFin." This advanced system is designed to simplify tuition fee collection,...

PRIME BANK, LIFEPLUS JOIN HANDS TO BOOST ACCESS TO DIGITAL HEALTHCARE

Prime Bank inked a deal with LifePlus Bangladesh, a sister concern of Labaid Group, to expand digital healthcare access for Prime Bank customers through an integrated digital platform. The agreement signing ceremony was held recently at Prime Aspire, Gulshan Avenue,...

BRAC BANK OPENS RELOCATED MOTIJHEEL BRANCH

BRAC Bank has relocated its Motijheel branch to spacious new premises with more amenities to provide the "best-in-class" services to its customers. Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, managing director & CEO, BRAC Bank, formally inaugurated the branch at Rupayan Red Crescent...

IPDC Joyee empowers women with financial and digital skills

IPDC Finance PLC held two capacity development training sessions in Bogura and Rangpur recently under its flagship women empowerment platform, IPDC Joyee, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening women-led enterprises across the country.Organised as part of the IPDC Joyee "Access to...

Snehashish Barua joins DSE Board as independent director

Snehashish Barua has been appointed as an independent director of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), reports BSS.The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) approved his appointment on Monday, said a press release on Tuesday.Barua is the founding partner of Snehashish...

Latif Hasan joins UCB as DMD

M. Latif Hasan joined United Commercial Bank (UCB) as deputy managing director (DMD) and head of structured corporate, according to a press release.Prior to joining UCB, Mr. Hasan served as head of corporate banking at Habib Bank (HBL), Bangladesh. With...

BGMEA welcomes Bangladesh-US reciprocal tariff deal

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) on Tuesday welcomed the signing of a reciprocal tariff agreement between Bangladesh and the United States, describing it as a positive development for the country's export-oriented apparel sector, reports BSS.The agreement was...

City Insurance posts over 10pc profit growth

City Insurance posted a 10.53 per cent year-on-year increase in profit to Tk 231.76 million in 2025.Its earnings per share (EPS) rose to Tk 3.40 last year from Tk 3.08 in the previous year.The company reported generating a higher volume...

Tight monetary policy to favour cash-rich listed firms

The central bank's continued tight monetary policy stance for the second half of FY26 is expected to benefit listed companies with cash surpluses, as they are likely to keep earning higher interest income.Equity market participation may improve gradually, as declining...

Japan elects fewer women MPs in snap polls

TOKYO, Feb 10 (AFP): The number of women in Japan's powerful lower house has fallen after snap elections, results showed Tuesday, dealing a blow to already underrepresented women in male-dominated Japanese politics.Sanae Takaichi tightened her grip on power on Sunday,...