FE REPORT The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has announced a new category - Innovation - in its prestigious Excellence in Investment Award to recognise innovation-driven enterprises shaping the country's investment landscape.Firms engaged in innovation-led sectors have been invited to...
FE REPORTThe turbine installation at the first unit of Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) has been completed, resulting in the turbine set placement on the barring gear, according a company statement issued on Tuesday. During the tests, the turbine shaft...
SATKHIRA, Mar 26 (UNB): Import and export activities at Bhomra land port in Satkhira will remain suspended for nine days beginning on March 29 (Saturday) due to Eid-ul-Fitr and weekly holidays.Abu Musa, general secretary of the Bhomra Customs, Clearing, and...
SAIF UDDIN | 2025-03-27 00:00:00
Prices of steel rods have increased slightly over the past three months due to a growing demand and a hike in raw material cost on the international market, say stakeholders. Despite this, millers are maintaining cautious strategies, lowering production below...
Syed Badrul Ahsan | 2025-03-27 00:00:00
The people of Bangladesh have just gone through yet one more anniversary of Independence Day. When fifty-four years ago, in March 1971, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman made the declaration of Bangladesh's independence, in the aftermath of the brutality unleashed by...
The recruitment process in government organisations has become alarmingly slow and complex, creating significant problems for job seekers. On average, it takes two to three years to complete the entire process-from the publication of the job circular to the final...
Once known as a serene and picturesque tourist city, Sreemangal, the "Tea Capital" of Bangladesh, is now plagued by severe traffic congestion and mismanagement. Renowned for its lush green tea gardens, the breathtaking beauty of Lawachara National Park, and the...
Atiqul Kabir Tuhin | 2025-03-27 00:00:00
The growing addiction to smartphone use, video games, and internet-based lifestyles, particularly among children and young adults, poses an unprecedented threat to the family as a cohesive unit and its integral role within the broader society. Apparently, the surge of...
Poverty has many faces that elude common perception and even targeted survey and research. Questionnaires prepared for statistical study can present a generalised picture of sources of income, household expenditure, food insecurity and overall living condition of a community living...
BUENOS AIRES, Mar 26 (Reuters): Brazil were humiliated 4-1 by bitter rivals Argentina in South American World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday as the pressure mounted on manager Dorival Jr after his side were comprehensively outplayed and fortunate not to lose...
Currently playing for Sheffield United in the English Championship, Hamza Choudhury was undoubtedly the standout player against India on Tuesday, report agencies. Making his debut for the Bangladesh national team in front of his family, the 27-year-old described the emotional...
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has confirmed the extension of Phil Simmons' tenure as head coach of the national men's team, with the former West Indies batter set to remain in charge until the ICC ODI World Cup in 2027,...
Eastern Bank (EBL) has partnered with the Shishu Sasthya Foundation, Bangladesh (SSF, B), to support paediatric healthcare services to underprivileged children, according to a press release.Ahmed Shaheen, additional managing director of EBL, handed over a cheque of Tk 6.1 million...
Daraz Bangladesh, the country's leading e-commerce marketplace, hosted Brand Meet 2025, bringing together 20 major brand partners for a sharing on Daraz's latest supply chain solution - Choice.The event highlighted Daraz's commitment to strengthening supply chain capabilities and supporting brand...
Khulna, Mar 25 (UNB): In a significant milestone for Mongla Port, four foreign commercial ships have docked at the port's jetty simultaneously.the vessels anchored at different jetties on Monday afternoon, according to a media release.The Panama-flagged MV Jupiter berthed at...
Labour migration from Bangladesh has dropped by nearly 30 per cent over the past year, signalling a continued contraction in the country's labour market and reflecting changing trends in job preparedness and overseas employment demand, reports UNB.A key factor behind...
UCB Investment Limited has successfully raised Tk 3.5 billion in capital for EXIM Bank PLC through the issuance of the 'EXIM Bank 6th Subordinated Bond'. A financial closure ceremony for the bond issuance was held at the EXIM Bank's head...
As the world's largest economy and a key geopolitical power, the United States plays a crucial role in global economic stability. As every transition in the US leadership has the capacity to impact global trade, recent shifts in leadership have...
FE REPORT | 2025-03-26 00:00:00
International rights organisations on Tuesday called upon the interim government to ensure protection of freedom of expression and opinion. They called upon the government to protect journalists, other media workers, civil society actors and human rights defenders from harassment, intimidation,...
The government has warned garment factory owners to clear workers' salaries by March 27 or face strict measures, including a travel ban, said Adviser Brigadier General (retd) M Sakhawat Hussain on Tuesday."Legal action will be taken against those who fail...
FE REPORT | 2025-03-26 00:00:00
The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court on Tuesday cleared the way for the Directorate General of Family Planning (DGFP) to continue its process to recruit family welfare inspectors.Chamber Judge of the Appellate Division Justice Md Rezaul Haque passed 'no...
BNP Secretary-General and valiant freedom fighter Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said a sanguinary struggle for freedom of the people of a country can never fail."The struggle for freedom of the people of a country never fails. We also feel that...
Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus has directed the relevant authorities to ensure the commercial launch of Starlink's satellite broadband internet service in Bangladesh within 90 days, reports UNB.According to officials, during trial broadcasts in the country, Starlink operated using its...
FE REPORT | 2025-03-26 00:00:00
The yields on two types of long-term treasury bonds jumped on Tuesday as banks showed reluctance to invest their excess liquidity in the securities ahead of the Eid-ul-Fitr festival.The cut off yield, generally known as interest rate, on the 15-Year...
FE REPORT | 2025-03-26 00:00:00
The interim government has been working to break syndicates in order to ensure good governance and ease of doing business, Chief Adviser's special envoy on international affairs Lutfey Siddiqi said.He disclosed the decision while addressing a seminar at the Economic...
FE REPORT | 2025-03-26 00:00:00
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has extended the deadline for submitting applications to establish private sector credit bureau until April 9 due to public holidays and weekends. A circular regarding the extension was issued on Tuesday.Initially, the licence application portal was...
Hamza Dewan Choudhury (centre) shines as he makes his international debut for Bangladesh in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers against India at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong, India, on Tuesday. The match ends in a 0-0 draw with both...
FE REPORT | 2025-03-26 00:00:00
Japan will provide some US$582 million worth of loans for Bangladesh's energy-and food-safety improvements, officials said, at a time when the country's foreign-currency reserves need replenishment.The assistance comes under Japan's 45th overseas development assistance (ODA) package for which Bangladesh government...
Renowned cultural personality and President of Chhayanaut, Dr Sanjida Khatun, passed away at Square Hospital in the capital on Tuesday. She was 92. Chhayanaut confirmed the news through a press release, stating that she had been admitted to the hospital...
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Tuesday conferred the Independence Award 2025 upon seven individuals, recognising their glorious and outstanding contributions to the nation, reports UNB.The Chief Adviser handed over the award at Osmani Memorial Auditorium.Sven distinguished individuals are Prof...
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