Mutual Trust Bank (MTB) launched its World Environment Day 2025 celebration with a workshop on "Renewable Energy in Bangladesh: Policy Framework, Technological Innovation & Financing Opportunities." Syed Mahbubur Rahman, managing director & CEO of MTB, inaugurated the event, emphasising the...
The 26th annual general meeting (AGM) of Bank Asia was held virtually on Tuesday. Mr. Romo Rouf Chowdhury, chairman of the bank, presided over the meeting. Shareholders of Bank Asia approved 20 per cent dividend (10 per cent cash and...
In celebration of Father's Day, bKash is offering discounts and cashbacks on medicine purchase, medical tests and health check-ups to encourage customers to care for their fathers' health. Customers can enjoy discounts and cashbacks when making payments through bKash at...
M Naseemul Hye has been elected President of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB) in its 109th Council Meeting held on Monday for the remaining period of the 2022-2025 term of the Council. Prior to this, he was...
FE REPORT | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
The Bangladesh Footwear Manufacturers' Association has urged the government to reinstate the 15 per cent value-added tax (VAT) exemption on low-cost rubber and plastic footwear priced at or below Tk 150, warning that the small-scale footwear industry is at risk...
FE REPORT | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) has directed its affiliated agencies to submit project proposals for implementation with technical cooperation from the Japanese government.The ministry has also set June 30, 2025 as the deadline for submission of the project proposals, according...
In a significant move to strengthen bilateral trade relations and promote economic cooperation between South Asia and Latin America, the Brazil-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BBCCI) launched the first-ever "Made in Bangladesh Expo" in São Paulo, the financial capital...
FE REPORT | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed a case against former cricket superstar Shakib Al Hasan and 14 of his associates over their alleged involvement in share price manipulation and money laundering.In a press release, the ACC said the cricket player...
FE REPORT | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Stocks tumbled on Tuesday in the face of huge selling pressure as investors were rattled by yet another global crisis -- Iran-Israel conflict that seems to last long to affect local businesses. Tension could drive up the cost of doing...
PHILADELPHIA, June 17, 2025 (AFP): Chelsea began their Club World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory against Los Angeles FC in a largely empty stadium on Monday as Brazilian giants Flamengo also got off to a winning start and a...
PASADENA, United States, June 17, (AFP): Veteran Monterrey defender Sergio Ramos said Monday his former team Real Madrid must be considered favourites to win the Club World Cup.Paris Saint-Germain recently won the UEFA Champions League by thrashing Inter Milan in...
Historic scenes unfolded in Glasgow as the Netherlands-Nepal game went into a third Super Over, with Netherlands prevailing in a thrilling contest. This was the first time any men's professional match - T20 or List A - had gone into...
Skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto and veteran Mushfiqur Rahim hit centuries in a show of unwavering resolve as Bangladesh put them in strong position on Day 1 of the first cricket Test against Sri Lanka at Galle International Cricket Stadium in...
Minor boy drowns in Meherpur pondMEHERPUR, June 17: A minor boy drowned in a pond at Jorpukuria village under Gangni upazila of Meherpur district this afternoon. The deceased was Fahim Hossain, 8, a second-grade student of a local kindergarten school...
BAGERHAT, June 17 (UNB): Forest Department officials seized 600 deer traps and 16 illegal crab-catching tools from the Sundarbans in Tiar Char in Bagerhat district on Monday.The forest officials on Monday conducted a drive in the area and seized the...
CHANDPUR, June 17 (BSS): The Roads and Highways Department on Tuesday demolished nearly three hundred illegal structures built on both sides of the Chandpur-Cumilla regional road.The eviction drive was conducted by Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Nigar Sultana and Executive Magistrate...
KHULNA, June 17 (BSS): Members of joint forces in a six-hour drive on Tuesday arrested five youths from two separate areas in the city.The joint forces also seized one foreign-made pistol, two rounds of ammunition and 270 pieces of contraband...
DINAJPUR, June 17 (BSS): The government has started distribution of seeds and chemical fertilisers among 83,200 small and marginal farmers in 13 upazilas of the district during the Aman season.Deputy Director (DD) of Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) Md. Afzal...
OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
MANIKGANJ, June 17: The Balirteck Bridge over the Kaliganga River in Manikganj Sadar upazila remains unlit after dark for a couple of years due to non-functional streetlights. Standing tall over the Kaliganga River beside Balirteck Bazar, the 456-meter-long bridge was...
LONDON, June 17 (Reuters): Central banks around the world expect their gold holdings as a proportion of their reserves to increase over the next five years while expecting their dollar reserves to be lower, a survey by the World Gold...
Guardian Life Insurance Limited (GLIL) has recently signed an agreement with the Embassy of France to offer comprehensive insurance coverage. Under this agreement, all the employees and family members of the embassy can avail life coverage and medical benefits from...
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed among NCC Bank, Dr. Mahmud Hasan Academy in Chattogram, and fintech company "The World". Through this agreement, signed recently in Chattogram, NCC Bank will collect all fees, including tuition fees for the...
Experts at a discussion on Tuesday stressed the need for the Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) to revise its operational strategy and design programmes that align with the country's changing socio-economic landscape, technological advancements, and poverty dynamics to sustainably reduce poverty...
Chief Adviser's Special Envoy on International Affairs Lutfey Siddiqi has said that as part of a 'comprehensive refresh' of the Bangladesh-UAE bilateral relationship, covering trade, investment and people, the two governments will continue to build goodwill and trust to make...
The Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) has underscored the importance of signing a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to enhance bilateral trade and investment.The chamber observed that Sri Lanka's expertise in maritime economy, deep-sea...
UMME HABIBA | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
For years, seeking mental health support meant scheduling an appointment, navigating traffic, and sitting face-to-face with a therapist. However, now, a laptop or smartphone is often all it takes to initiate the healing process. As our lives become more digitally...
MD. IMRAN | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Just a few years ago, the air-conditioned Cineplexes in Dhaka and Chattogram were filled with the explosions of Hollywood blockbusters. Marvel superheroes, swinging from webs and armed with vibranium shields, ruled the big screen. Audiences stood in long queues for...
Matiur Rahman | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
In a world increasingly governed by the logic of productivity and efficiency, time has become one of the most contested and unequally distributed resources. The myth that everyone has the same twenty-four hours in a day hides a stark reality:...
Md Abdul Latif | 2025-06-18 00:00:00
Bangladesh, historically recognised for its young population and a median age of 26, is now at a crucial turning point in its demographic transition. Young population is the most important resource that can contribute to accelerated economic and social development...
In today's rapidly evolving digital economy, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful force transforming how online businesses operate. From customer service bots to personalised product recommendations, AI is reshaping the landscape for e-commerce platforms, digital service providers, and...
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