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CA stresses on achieving self-sufficiency

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday put emphasis on attaining self-sufficiency over graduating from the Least Developed Country (LDC) status. "We must be clear that we no longer want to remain dependent on others. We have to become self-reliant....

Prayer Timings (2025-10-09)

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Warrants issued for arrest of Hasina, 29 others in two cases

2025-10-09 00:00:00

The International Crimes Tribunal on Wednesday issued warrants for arrest of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her security adviser Major General (retd) Tarique Ahmed Siddique and 28 others in two separate cases filed over enforced disappearances during the Awami League...

Adviser stuck in gridlock, takes bike ride to reach destination

2025-10-09 00:00:00

BRAHMANBARIA, Oct 8 (UNB): Road Transport and Bridges Ministry Adviser Fouzul Kabir Khan on Wednesday experienced a severe traffic congestion on the Dhaka-Sylhet highway while on his way to inspect the road's poor condition and ongoing gridlock situation.The adviser was...

Govt nod for 5 Islamic banks’ merger today

SYFUL ISLAM | 2025-10-09 00:00:00

Final government nod to the formation of a new bank by merging financially distressed five Islamic banks is set to be given today, officials say about a major development in reforms spearheaded by the interim regime.The Advisory Council, in its...

Parties split on timing of July Charter referendum

FE REPORT | 2025-10-09 00:00:00

Political parties remain divided over the timing and format of holding a referendum to implement the long-awaited July Charter. However, they have agreed to proceed with the process in their last meeting with the National Consensus Commission (NCC) on Wednesday.The...

Revenue boss berates field staff for ignoring instructions

FE REPORT | 2025-10-09 00:00:00

National Board of Revenue (NBR) Chairman Md Abdur Rahman Khan Wednesday berated field-level officials for disregarding directives on matters of tax collection and urged businesspeople to act as whistleblowers against wrongdoings."We often receive complaints that even after we issue instructions,...

BD to get $3.0b in SDR for job-centric development

FHM HUMAYAN KABIR | 2025-10-09 00:00:00

Bangladesh is going to get US$3.0 billion in special drawing right (SDR) credits from the World Bank for its job-centric development works, officials say. However, the Bank has offered both soft-and hard-term lending under its 3-year aid package, categorizing Bangladesh...

Govt appoints administrator at Nassa Group to clear workers' dues

FE REPORT | 2025-10-09 00:00:00

The government has appointed Arif Ahmed Khan, Additional Inspector-General of the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE), as the administrator of Nassa Group to oversee the payment of dues to its workers.The Ministry of Labour and Employment issued...

Rupali Bank Sylhet Divisional Business Review Meeting Held

2025-10-09 00:00:00

The Sylhet divisional business review meeting of State-owned Rupali Bank PLC for August 2025 was held with the participation of branch managers under the Sylhet divisional office. Kazi Md. Wahidul Islam, Managing Director of the bank, was present as the...

64.23pc progress in work on metro Kamalapur part

2025-10-09 00:00:00

The overall progress in construction of the extended 1.16 km metro line from Motijheel to Kamalapur has so far reached 64.23 per cent."The physical work for the Motijheel-Kamalapur section of the Dhaka Metro Rail project is progressing fast," a Metro...

Saudi businesses eye food, beverage, real estate sectors for investments

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Saudi Arabia's visiting business delegation has expressed strong interest in investment in Bangladesh's food, beverage and real estate sectors as the three-day Saudi Arabia-Bangladesh Business Summit 2025 ended on Wednesday, reports UNB.The Saudi Arabia Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industries...

Tri-national JV investing $120m to run countrywide retail outlets

FE REPORT | 2025-10-09 00:00:00

A tri-national joint venture is investing US$120 million to build and run countrywide retail outlets in Bangladesh with the local firm's two foreign partners bringing in most modern marketing know-how. Indonesia's retail-giant Alfamart has announced its entry into Bangladesh with...

Trust Bank, BARVIDA organise knowledge sharing event

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Trust Bank PLC, in collaboration with Bangladesh Reconditioned Vehicles Importers and Dealers Association (BARVIDA), its members, and several brand-new car importers and assemblers, recently organised a knowledge sharing and recognition event.The event was attended by Trust Bank's Managing Director and...

BRAC Bank, VisionSpring, MBM Group celebrate World Sight Day

2025-10-09 00:00:00

BRAC Bank, VisionSpring, and MBM Group jointly celebrated World Sight Day 2025 at Cutting Edge Industries Limited, a concern of MBM Group.The event was organised by MBM Group to mark the occasion with BRAC Bank, which facilitated the eye screening...

Jet fuel price raised for October

FE REPORT | 2025-10-09 00:00:00

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has raised the price of aviation fuel for both domestic and international flights in October, marking the fifth consecutive monthly adjustment. The increase is expected to make air travel costlier for passengers.The price of...

Trump talks up Canada trade deal chances with 'world-class' Carney

2025-10-09 00:00:00

WASHINGTON, Oct 08 (AFP): US President Donald Trump said Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney would be "very happy" after their trade talks at the White House Tuesday, but offered no immediate concessions on lifting steep US tariffs.Striking a friendly tone...

British PM arrives in India after trade deal

2025-10-09 00:00:00

MUMBAI, Oct 08 (AFP): British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in India Wednesday, months after London and New Delhi signed a landmark free trade agreement, capping years of intense negotiations.Starmer's first official trip to India, which he hopes will boost...

Ford Motors gearing up to launch EV in Saudi mkt

2025-10-09 00:00:00

RIYADH, Oct 08 (Arab News): Ford Motors is set to join Saudi Arabia's electric vehicle market, rolling out the Mustang Mach-E in the Kingdom this November.The US motor vehicle brand will test the waters with its first EV by rolling...

WB raises S Arabia’s 2025 growth forecast to 3.2pc

2025-10-09 00:00:00

RIYADH, Oct 08 (Arab News): The World Bank has raised Saudi Arabia's 2025 economic growth forecast to 3.2 per cent, citing stronger oil output and robust non-oil activity, marking a notable upgrade from the 2.8 per cent projected in April....

Pakistan looks to unlock Saudi investment with visit following defence pact

2025-10-09 00:00:00

ISLAMABAD, Oct 08 (Reuters): A Saudi business delegation is due in Pakistan this week to kick off what Islamabad hopes is a program of investment following a mutual defence agreement, though major investments may be dependent on reforms, officials and...

BKB holds business confce for Mymensingh Division

2025-10-09 00:00:00

A day-long business review meeting on achieving targets and business expansion operations for Mymensingh division of Bangladesh Krishi Bank (BKB) was held at Shaheed Safwan Sadda Auditorium in Jamalpur on Wednesday. BKB Managing Director Sanchia Binte Ali was present as...

Uttara Bank HOLDS "Anti-Money Laundering Conference-2025"

2025-10-09 00:00:00

The "Anti-Money Laundering Conference-2025" organised by Uttara Bank PLC was held at a city hotel recently. Md Abul Hashem, Managing Director and CEO of Uttara Bank PLC, was present as the chief guest at the conference while Deputy Managing Director...

Modhumoti Bank donates Tk 300,000 to 'Amader Pathshala'

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Modhumoti Bank PLC has donated BDT 300,000 to 'Amader Pathshala' under the bank's CSR programme for conducting social welfare and educational programmes for underprivileged children. Shahnawaj Chowdhury, Managing Director (Current Charge) of Modhumoti Bank, handed over the cheque to Abul...

PREMIER BANK LAUNCHES REVAMPED WEBSITE

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Premier Bank launched its revamped website -- thepremierbankplc.com -- on Wednesday, aiming to enhance customer experience and meet the evolving needs of the clients in the digital age. Dr. Arifur Rahman, Chairman of the Board of Directors, was present as...

PUBALI BANK LAUNCHES 'BANKING PRODUCTS CAMPAIGN' AT NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

2025-10-09 00:00:00

The Boardbazar branch of Pubali Bank PLC organised the 'Banking Products Campaign' on the National University Campus recently. The campaign aimed to raise awareness among students about modern banking services, digital banking facilities and other services. Prof Dr. ASM Amanullah,...

IFIC BANK CELEBRATES 49TH ANNIVERSARY

2025-10-09 00:00:00

IFIC Bank celebrated its 49th anniversary with a programme held at the Multipurpose Hall of IFIC Tower in Dhaka on Wednesday. Chairman of the Board of Directors Md. Mehmood Husain attended the event, along with Independent Director Kazi Md. Mahboob...

Amari Dhaka unveils "Dhakaiya Dawat"

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Amari Dhaka, one of the city's leading five-star hotels renowned for its exceptional hospitality and vibrant dining experiences, is proud to announce the launch of its latest culinary promotion - "Dhakaiya Dawat" at Amaya Food Gallery, says a press release.The...

Berger Paints partners with BTI

2025-10-09 00:00:00

Berger Paints Bangladesh Ltd has entered into a strategic partnership with Building Technology & Ideas Ltd (BTI), one of Bangladesh's most trusted and innovative real estate developers, says a press release. The agreement was signed by Md Mohsin Habib Chowdhury,...

HERizon Fest 2025 concludes

2025-10-09 00:00:00

The two-day HERizon Fest 2025: Celebrating Women, Skills & Employment, organised by the National Skills Development Authority (NSDA) with technical assistance of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, concluded in the city on Wednesday, says a press release.M Siraz...