The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has rescheduled the indictment hearing against eight individuals, including former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, in a crimes against humanity case over the killing of nine youths in an alleged 'staged anti-militant operation' in the capital's...
Nusrat Tabassum Jyoti, a leader of the National Citizen Party (NCP) and the newly elected MP for a reserved women's seat in the 13th Parliament, has taken the oath of office, report agencies.Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram, administered the...
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has said the government has decided to review crimes against humanity cases filed during the tenure of the interim government, report agencies.He said deputy commissioners (DCs) have been instructed to send district-wise lists of such cases...
Former deputy inspector general (DIG) of Police Abdul Jalil Mondal has offered to cooperate with the prosecution during the trial at the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) in a case over the killings during the Hifazat-e-Islam rally at Shapla Chattar in...
LGRD , and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said Bangladesh's political situation has improved compared to the past, expressing optimism that sustained stability would lay a stronger foundation for economic growth, increased investment, and job creation, report agencies."We...
LONDON, May 06 (Reuters): Investors are showing signs of diversifying away from U.S. Treasuries as global debt levels hit a record of nearly $353 trillion by end-March, a report by the Institute of International Finance published on Wednesday found.IIF's quarterly...
Golam Mahbub ATM Golam Kibria Election to the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission Officers Association was held at the Commission's head office in Dhaka on Tuesday.Md Golam Mahbub (Chief, Administration Division, Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant Construction Project) was elected president...
PARJATAN CORPORATION AND TOURISM BOARD OFFICERS HOLD MEETING A view exchange meeting between officers and employees of Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation and Bangladesh Tourism Board was held at the Parjatan Bhaban on Tuesday. Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam attended...
LONDON, May 06 (AFP): World oil prices dived Wednesday and stock markets rallied on fresh hopes for an end to the Iran war.Washington believes it is close to reaching an agreement with Iran to reopen the key Strait of Hormuz...
For 15 years, Mamata Banerjee and her regional Trinamool Congress (TMC) party seemed to embody a political law of India's West Bengal state: they always found a way to survive, reports BBC.On Monday, that ended.The firebrand populist's defeat to the...
KYIV, May 06 (AFP): Russian attacks killed 21 people in cities across Ukraine, as President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned Moscow's "utter cynicism" for launching deadly strikes while seeking a truce to stage its May 9 patriotic parade.The attacks on Tuesday-hitting the...
WASHINGTON, May 06 (Agencies): US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum Wednesday for Iran to accept a deal to end the war or face renewed, more intense US bombing, in the latest of a series of abrupt policy shifts."Assuming Iran...
Sultanul IslamVegetables have become more expensive, because of the shortage of fuel triggered by war between US and Iran. The production of vegetables also fell predictably at the end of the winter season. The cost of transporting vegetables by truck...
KISHOREGANJ, May 6 (BSS): Continuous heavy rainfall and upstream flooding have caused widespread agricultural damage across the district, affecting 49,715 farmers, according to the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE).An initial assessment as of May 4 shows that crops on approximately...
FE REPORTA three-day power, energy and construction equipment expo will kick off at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center in Dhaka today.This is the 15th International Bangladesh Infrastructure Innovation and Development Expo and Dialogue, which will focus on sustainable electricity, energy,...
To maintain stability of the national power grid frequency, Secondary Control-AGC (Automatic Generation Control)-has been introduced alongside the previously implemented Primary Control-FGMO (Free Governor Mode of Operation) at power plants.The AGC system has been implemented under the supervision of the...
Bengal Commercial Bank opens new branch in SylhetBengal Commercial Bank has inaugurated its 34th branch at Manru Shopping City in Chouhatta, Sylhet. Md. Jashim Uddin, Chairman of the bank, inaugurated the branch on Tuesday. Iqbal Ahmed OBE DBA, Founder and...
In a major initiative to bridge the gap between academic excellence and the dynamic corporate world, Southeast University (SEU) inaugurated the 'Southeast University Job Fair 2026' at its multipurpose hall on Wednesday. The two-day career event serves as a vital...
Prime Bank signs agreement with ELYZE Aesthetic Clinic Prime Bank PLC has recently entered into a strategic partnership with ELYZE Aesthetic Clinic to provide exclusive benefits to its customers and employees. Shaila Abedin, SEVP & Head of Liability & Wealth...
FE REPORT | 2026-05-07 00:00:00
The much-anticipated mango harvesting season has officially commenced, sparking enthusiasm among farmers, traders, and consumers across the country. According to the government's newly finalised harvesting calendar, mango collection began in early May and will continue in phases through mid-August, depending...
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) announced on Wednesday that it has requested the associations, clubs and other organisations to submit the names of their councillors by May 16, reports Cricbuzz.Former national captain Tamim Iqbal is currently serving as the interim...
Bangladesh and Pakistan are keen to move past their previous meeting, when the hosts secured a historic Test series win over their Asian neighbours. They now prepare for the two-match Test series opener at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in...
BANK ASIA ORGANISES MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS EVENT FOR EMPLOYEESBank Asia organised a mental health awareness programme to highlight the importance of employees' mental well-being and to raise awareness on this crucial issue. The initiative was supported by Moner Bondhu, a...
FE REPORT | 2026-05-07 00:00:00
Linde Bangladesh posted strong year-on-year profit growth in the first quarter of 2026, driven by higher sales and a sharp reduction in operating expenses.The multinational industrial gas producer reported a profit of Tk 110 million for the January-March quarter, marking...
Gold prices climbed over 3 per cent on Wednesday to hit their highest in over a week, as prospects of a US-Iran peace deal dragged down the dollar and oil prices, alleviating inflationary pressures that had underpinned bets on higher-for-longer...
PUBALI BANK ADC DIVISION HOLDS 1ST QUARTER BUSINESS REVIEW MEETING Pubali Bank's Alternative Delivery Channel (ADC) Division held its 1st quarter business review meeting 2026 recently at the bank's head office. Mohammad Ali, managing director & CEO, attended the meeting...
BRAC BANK RECORDS $ 1B INT. TRADE MILESTONE IN A SINGLE MONTHBRAC Bank has achieved a landmark $ 1 billion of international trade transactions within a single month. The achievement was marked through a ceremony at the bank's head office...
FE REPORT | 2026-05-07 00:00:00
The stock market regulator has ordered Vanguard Asset Management to refund investments it made in purchasing shares of two non-listed companies-Bengal Poly & Paper Sack and AFC Health-in violation of securities rules.The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has also...
FE Report | 2026-05-07 00:00:00
IDLC Finance secured a 22 per cent year-on-year growth in consolidated profit to Tk 622 million in January-March (1Q) 2026, backed by a significant rise in operating income.It reported an operating income of Tk 2.44 billion in the first quarter...
OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2026-05-07 00:00:00
GAIBANDHA, May 06: Thousands of people in 15 villages of two unions in Gaibandha's Sadullapur Upazila have been suffering for a long time due to the lack of a concrete bridge over the Ghaghat River.As public representatives and the administration...
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