SIDDIQUE ISLAM | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Yields on treasury bonds fell below the central bank's policy rate on Tuesday, as banks channelled surplus liquidity into government securities amid subdued private credit demand ahead of the national elections.The cut-off yield, commonly referred to as the interest rate,...
YASIR WARDAD | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Despite record harvests of maize and a glut of soybean cake in storage, the cost of animal and poultry feed remains stubbornly high, leaving small farmers struggling and consumers paying more for protein-rich foods.Maize and soybean cake prices have fallen...
JASIM UDDIN | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
The government has rolled out an extensive plan to support Bangladeshi exporters from eight potential sectors in participating in 46 international trade fairs during fiscal year 2025-26, aiming to diversify the country's export basket and reduce reliance on traditional markets...
FE REPORT | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, now in America, affirmed that the Interim Government is making comprehensive preparations to ensure a free, fair and peaceful general election in the first half of February.A spokesman for the CA Office said Tuesday the...
The fall foliage of various trees in Hatirjheel looks lush-green following torrential rain over the past couple of days. The rich greenery stands in stark contrast to concrete buildings, but still offers an oasis of serenity in the heart of...
JAHIDUL ISLAM | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Much-hyped Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP) is up for consideration at a meeting today as a government hunt for foreign funds gets going for bankrolling two dozen development schemes. Officials say health division promptly shortlists its five...
Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Tuesday defended Bangladesh Bank's recent move to mop up nearly $2 billion from the market, saying the central bank was right to keep the exchange rate stable even as demand for the US dollar...
FE REPORT | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Nearly one in five Bangladeshi households faced financial crises between May 2024 and April 2025, according to a new study, amid challenges stemming largely from excessive medical expenses, loan repayments, education-related costs, and other unavoidable expenditures.The findings, unveiled at a...
JASIM UDDIN HAROON | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Assured liquidity support (ALS) from the central bank to commercial banks in Bangladesh faces rollback from December following IMF-recommended freeze on money creation and actions for tightening monetary discipline.Sources say the Bangladesh Bank (BB) will phase out its ALS facility...
FE REPORT | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Bangladesh seeks international community's ramped-up financial and technical support for countries in transition as reducing aid or cutting UN budgets would prove "counterproductive" during deepening global crises.Chief Adviser of the interim government Prof Muhammad Yunus made the call at a...
REZAUL KARIM | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
The government is set to review the benefits provided under the cash-based social-safety-net programmes once a year in keeping with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to make such operations time-befitting for the beneficiaries, sources say.The decision was made at a...
LONDON, Sept 23 (AFP): Ben Stokes was named as England captain for the Ashes tour as the squad was announced on Tuesday for five Tests in Australia.All-rounder Stokes missed the final Test against India at the Oval, which started on...
MADRID, Sept 23 (AFP): Former tennis superstar Rafael Nadal said Tuesday an artificial intelligence likeness of him is being used to advertise without permission."Together with my team, we have detected that fake videos generated by artificial intelligence are circulating on...
LONDON, Sept 23 (AFP): Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird, one of the most famous officials of his era, has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.Bird stood in 66 Tests between 1973 and...
PARIS, Sept 23 (AFP): Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d'Or on Monday as a reward for his starring role in the club's Champions League triumph last season, while Spain's Aitana Bonmati claimed the women's prize for the...
Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons said they hope to force mistakes on India's part ahead of their Asia Cup match against India.The match begins at 8 PM (Bangladesh Time) at Dubai International Cricket Stadium today (Wednesday) which will be telecasted...
Bangladesh were handed an injury scare ahead of their Super Four clash against India, with skipper Litton Das sustaining a back strain during training at the ICC Academy Ground on Monday, reports Cricbuzz.Litton felt discomfort on the left side of...
Prime Bank Foundation, under the CSR program of Prime Bank PLC, has provided financial assistance to establish the Khalil-Malik Cancer and Kidney Screening Centre in Chuadanga to provide free cancer and kidney treatment for underprivileged communities. A formal cheque handover...
Al-Arafah Islami Bank held a discussion on 'Hajj Management' with representatives of Hajj agencies. Managing Director (Current Charge) of the bank Mohd. Rafat Ullah Khan was present as the chief guest at the event held at a hotel in the...
DENPASAR, Indonesia, Sept 23 (AFP): Indonesia and the European Union finalised negotiations on a trade agreement Tuesday after nearly a decade of talks, a senior minister said.The Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is the third deal Brussels has...
KHULNA, Sept 23 (BSS): Mongla Port, the second largest sea port in the country, witnessed the anchoring of 171 overseas commercial ships in the last two and a half months boosting its revenue earnings.Of the ships, 12 were carrying 8,514...
OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
CHATTOGRAM, Sept 23: Transportation of jet fuel from Patenga to Chittagong airport through a pipeline began on Tuesday. The project has been implemented at a cost of Tk 170 million with the aim of supplying fuel oil to aircraft in...
FE REPORT | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
The government has allowed the export of 58,000 tonnes of rice bran oil by 23 producers. Each oil producer is permitted to export between 500 and 10,000 tonnes of the cooking oil, with the authorisation valid until November 30, 2025,...
FE REPORT | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
The country's edible oil refiners are seeking to export soybean meal, as local production has exceeded domestic demand by more than twice, creating a significant surplus, according to industry sources.The Bangladesh Vegetable Oil Refiners and Vanaspati Manufacturers Association (BVORVMA) has...
FE REPORT | 2025-09-24 00:00:00
Bangladesh's toy industry has shown promise but continues to fall short of its global potential, largely due to tariff barriers, infrastructure gaps, and the absence of a supportive policy framework, according to industry leaders.Stakeholders at a focus group discussion in...
PARIS, Sept 23 (AFP): Microsoft's plan to halt updates for its Windows 10 operating system in mid-October has raised hackles among campaign groups and left some users worried they must buy new computers to be safe from cyberattacks.Here is what...
PARIS, Sept 23 (AFP): Some of the world's leading banks provided more than twice as much finance for fossil fuels between 2021 and 2024 than for sustainable alternatives, a new study said Tuesday.The study by Reclaim Finance and partners such...
The 27th Annual General Meeting of Union Capital Limited was held on Tuesday in the city with Chairman and Independent Director of the company Munshi Shafiul Haque presiding over the meeting. Among the directors, Nadeem A. Chaudhury, Independent Director nominated...
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