Lack of joint efforts by govt, banks blamed

A lack of concerted efforts from both the government and banks continues to pose obstacles to combating under-invoicing and over-invoicing in imports and exports in Bangladesh, said chief of National Board of Revenue (NBR) Abdur Rahman Khan on Saturday. It...

Aiyan Khan, a fourth grader at Milestone School and College, flashes a V-sign as he returns home with his

Aiyan Khan, a fourth grader at Milestone School and College, flashes a V-sign as he returns home with his grandmother on Saturday after receiving treatment for burns for six days at the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery in...

Local textile millers rue production disruptions

Raw-material imports, including yarn and fabrics, especially knit fabrics, surged significantly in the last fiscal year as domestic supplies declined for adversities.Exporters attribute the switch -- pushed by buyers' urgency for time factor -- to high cost of local ones,...

Large manufacturing sector grows 7.8pc in May, but textiles slump

Country's large manufacturing sector posted a healthy year-on-year growth of 7.8 per cent in May 2025, reflecting signs of recovery and momentum across most industrial segments, according to the latest data from the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS). The rebound...

Tk 7.61 billion project set for Ecnec nod today

The government is set to construct 804 flats for the families of the July-August uprising martyrs, with the Tk 7.61 billion project expected to be approved at the meeting of the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) today.Chief...

Uttara jet crash toll hits 35 as two more die

Two more people including a child died on Saturday from burn injuries sustained in the fighter jet crash at Milestone School and College in Diabari of Uttara area in the capital.They succumbed to their injuries within a span of two...

IMF estimates $35b needed to restore BD's banking sector: Finance Adviser

There is hardly any well-functioning financial institution left in Bangladesh, as four-fifths of bank funds have already been siphoned off, Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed has said, citing an estimate by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that up to US$35...

Apparel exporters feel pricing pressure from European buyers

Bangladeshi apparel exporters are getting under fresh pricing pressure from European buyers under shadows of a predeclared steep US tariff hike as they increasingly shift focus to the European Union in quest of new orders to fill production gaps, industry-insiders...

BD eyes short-term LNG deal with Saudi's Aramco

Bangladesh is currently in talks with Saudi oil giant Aramco to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) under a short-term contract as part of its strategy to stabilise domestic gas supply and reduce reliance on the volatile spot market.Petrobangla Chairman Md...

Brazil looks to sign trade deal with Bangladesh

Brazil, the largest economy in South America, has shown interest in signing a trade agreement with Bangladesh to further boost economic relations between the two countries, reports UNB.If things go well, the agreement is likely to be signed at the...

Delta Life Insurance holds 39th AGM

The 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Delta Life Insurance Company Ltd was held virtually on Saturday. Chairman of the Board of Directors Hafiz Ahmed Mazumder presided over the AGM. Independent Director Barrister Fida M Kamal, Members of the Board...

PRAN-RFL selects 40 students as campus ambassadors

PRAN-RFL, a leading business conglomerate, selected a total of 40 students from different universities across the country as NextGen Campus Ambassadors.Kamruzzaman Kamal, Director-Marketing of PRAN-RFL Group, handed over the contracts to the campus ambassadors at a ceremony held at the...

High prices stifle gold demand in Asian hubs

Physical gold demand in key Asian hubs was subdued this week, as rising prices dampened sentiment, prompting dealers in top consumer China and India to offer steep discounts to attract buyers, reports Reuters.Indian dealers offered discounts of up to $15...

Students issue 24-hour ultimatum

The Detective Branch (DB) of police took two more coordinators of the anti-discrimination student movement Sarjis Alam and Hasnat Abdullah into their custody on July 27 last year while the protesters issued a 24-hour ultimatum with three-point demands, reports BSS.DB...

Can't run country with hired people, says Fakhrul

Stating that a democratic system established through a national election is essential for reforms, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday said it is not possible to run the country by hiring a few people from home and...

Attempts underway to run country under old system: Nahid

MOULVIBAZAR, July 26 (BSS): National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam on Saturday said despite July Uprising was aspired for a new Bangladesh but attempts are underway to run the country under the outdated systems. "The youth will not let...

Govt to hold fair polls with cooperation of all: Jahangir

Home Adviser Lieutenant General Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury (Retd.) on Saturday said the government will be able to hold the next election in a peaceful and good manner with the help of all concerned, reports BSS."We will be able to...

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus exchanges views with top leaders of different

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus exchanges views with top leaders of different political parties during a meeting at the state guesthouse Jamuna on Saturday. — PID

South Asia Insurance hosts a blood donation programme

South Asia Insurance hosts a blood donation programmeA blood donation programme was held at the head office of South Asia Insurance Company Limited to collect blood for those injured in the recent plane crash at Milestone School and College. Muhammad...

Qatar threatens to cut LNG supplies to EU over sustainability law

BRUSSELS, July 26 (Reuters): Qatar has threatened to cut gas supplies to the European Union in response to the bloc's due diligence law on forced labour and environmental damage, according to a letter from Qatar to the Belgian government, seen...

UAE to host T20 Asia Cup cricket in September

NEW DELHI, India, July 26 (AFP): The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host this year's T20 Asia Cup tournament in September, organisers said on Saturday, ending the uncertainty over its fate amid spiralling tensions between India and Pakistan.The neighbours have...

BCB hosts training workshop for match referees

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Saturday launched a two-day training programme for match referees at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in the city, reports UNB.The programme aims to strengthen officiating standards across both domestic and international cricket.Organised by the...

Dreams and reality in Bangladesh's higher education market

Private universities in Bangladesh create shiny brochures that promise great education, study abroad opportunities, and excellent jobs after graduation. These beautiful promises don't match reality when parents spend their life savings and borrow money against their homes to pay for...

Decentralising career opportunities in Bangladesh

To build a secure economic future, individuals often pursue jobs or entrepreneurial ventures. This requires foresight, preparation, and the ability to navigate personal and structural challenges. For many, the first step is choosing a location that offers the best chance...

Building our research capacity

Bangladesh stands at a pivotal moment in its history, where fostering a research mindset amongst students proves essential for long-term progress. Despite being driven by a young population, the development of a robust research culture remains hampered by institutional issues...

BRAC Bank crosses $1b market value

BRAC Bank has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing $1 billion in market capitalisation, becoming the only bank in Bangladesh to have reached this landmark in the capital market.This remarkable achievement reflects the enduring confidence of both local and international...

Unilever Consumer Care profit grows in Q2 as revenue decline reverses

Unilever Consumer Care experienced a 28 per cent year-on-year growth in profit to Tk 243.31 million in April-June (Q2) of the calendar year 2025, supported by higher revenue and finance income. The company had sustained a de-growth in revenue last...

Over 600 malnourished children die in six months in Nigeria

LAGOS, July 26 (AFP): More than 600 malnourished children have died in northern Nigeria in six months after failing to receive proper care as foreign aid dries up, a medical charity has said.Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said northern Nigeria, which...

Toll rises in Thai-Cambodian clashes despite ceasefire call

SAMRAONG, July 26 (AFP): Thailand and Cambodia clashed for a third day on Saturday, as the death toll from their bloodiest fighting in years rose to 33 and Phnom Penh called for an "immediate ceasefire".A long-running border dispute erupted into...

Five dead as Ukraine, Russia trade attacks

KYIV, July 26 (BBC): Five people have been killed in overnight strikes in Russia and Ukraine, as the two sides continue to trade drone attacks.Ukrainian officials said on Saturday that more than 200 drones and almost 30 missiles were fired...