The prime bourse gained for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, backed mainly by banks, many of which reported hefty losses for the latest quarters.The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) opened the day's session on a positive note and maintained the trend until closure. At the end of the session, the...
Read moreDominage Steel Building Systems has rejected a media report claiming its factory had remained shut, though it acknowledged a slowdown in business.In response to an investigative report aired by a national TV channel, the company expressed confidence that it would rebound once political stability returned. The response was made public...
Read moreBRAC Bank, in collaboration with Bangladesh Open Source Network (BdOSN), organised a three-day training programme in Narsingdi for 30 women entrepreneurs, according to a press statement.The programme offered intensive mentorship, training and networking to help participants scale up their ventures, reach wider markets, and inspire other women to pursue entrepreneurship.An...
Read moreCordaid has called for scaling up saline-resilient agriculture in Bangladesh's southern coastal belt, where rising salinity threatens food security and livelihoods. At a learning-sharing seminar titled "Breaking the Salt Barrier: Rewriting the Story of Saline Lands in Southern Bangladesh" held Tuesday at a city hotel, government officials, researchers, private sector...
Read moreThe Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and the Economic Reporters' Forum (ERF) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Monday to strengthen cooperation in professional development through joint expertise and resources.ICAB Chief Operating Officer Shubhashish Bose and ERF General Secretary Abul Kashem signed the MoU on behalf of...
Read moreAtmabiswas, a renowned name in supporting underprivileged and marginalized communities in Bangladesh, recently signed an MOU with MetLife to provide insurance facilities to their employees in Bangladesh, says a press release.As part of this contract, 332 employees of Atmabiswas will receive insurance coverage for loss of life and also medical...
Read moreBangladeshi fashion designer Fatima Farzana showcased 12 luxury statement dresses at Washington DC Fashion Week recently, according to a press release received on Tuesday.Her collection, titled "Canvas to Couture," blended traditional Bangladeshi craftsmanship with modern design. Using rare fabrics like Dhaka Muslin and Rajshahi Silk, Farzana brought the rich heritage...
Read moreEastern Bank (EBL) will serve as the sole banking partner to implement and operate the digitised holding tax collection system of the Chattogram City Corporation. City Corporation Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain and EBL Additional Managing Director Ahmed Shaheen signed a MoU to this effect in Chattogram recently. The system will...
Read morePrime Bank Investment and ShareTrip Limited have entered into a strategic partnership to bridge the worlds of investment and travel, making investing easier, smarter, and more aligned with the lifestyle goals of modern consumers. This collaboration introduces "Ticket to invest," a campaign designed to inspire travelers to set travel goals...
Read moreUnited Commercial Bank (UCB) inaugurated its 186th sub-branch on September 30 in Teknaf Municipality. The sub-branch has been opned with the vision of delivering modern banking services and ensuring financial inclusion. Abdullah, distinguished businessman and politician of Teknaf, inaugurated the sub-branch as the chief guest in the presence of Mohammad...
Read moreThe process of obtaining security clearance against new work permits issued by the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) will be fully online from today (1 October) 2025. From this date, foreign investors and expatriate employees will be required to submit their applications for security clearance exclusively through BIDA's One Stop...
Read moreThe Eighteenth Governing Board meeting of the SAARC Energy Centre (SEC) was held from September 25 to 26 in Islamabad, Pakistan.The meeting, held in the hybrid mode, was attended by the governing board members, representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the host country, Pakistan, and officials of the...
Read moreSuperstar Renewable Energy Limited (SSREL), known as Super Star Solar, has proven its leadership in Bangladesh's renewable energy sector, making history with multiple prestigious wins at the nation's most anticipated sustainability event - Bangladesh Clean Energy Week 2025. This premier platform, where government leaders, industry pioneers, investors, and clean-tech innovators...
Read moreChina's state iron ore buyer has told major steelmakers and traders to temporarily pause purchases of any dollar-denominated seaborne iron ore cargoes from BHP, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter, reports Reuters.China is the world's largest iron ore consumer and buys about 75 per cent...
Read moreNEW YORK, Sept 30, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - YouTube has agreed to pay $22 million to settle a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump after the company suspended his account over the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, according to a court filing Monday.The online video platform, a subsidiary of...
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