Oil set to close week stable as investors mull path to Ukraine ceasefire
LONDON, March 14 (Reuters): Oil prices were stable on Friday after a more than 1% loss in the previous session, as investors weighed the diminishing prospects of a quick end to the Ukraine war that could bring back more Russian energy supplies to Western markets.Brent crude futures were up 26...
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Food items distributed among poor
Under the initiative of Janakallyan Nagorik Samaj (Public Welfare Civil Society) Eid commodities were distributed among a remarkable number of distressed, poor and helpless people at the premises of its Mirpur Office by Md. Nurul Islam Okil, Chairman of the organisation and Director, International English Academy, along with Md. Mahbubur...
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UAE aluminium exports to US jump ahead of Trump tariffs
DUBAI, March 14 (Reuters): United Arab Emirates exports of aluminium to the US jumped in the first 11 days of March, data from the US Department of Commerce showed, as buyers stocked up on shipments from their second-biggest supplier before the US tariffs took effect on Wednesday.So far in March,...
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Global rubber shortfall looms in 2025 on stagnant output
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 (Reuters): Global natural rubber production is expected to fall short of consumption for the fifth consecutive year in 2025, as higher prices fail to encourage tapping in major producing countries such as Indonesia and Vietnam, a senior industry official said."Demand has been consistently growing in countries...
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Dr Yunus stresses transparency in Khurushkul climate refugee rehabilitation project
COX'S BAZAR, Mar 14 (UNB): Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has enquired about the progress of the Khurushkul Climate Refugee Rehabilitation Project, including the allocation process and transparency in beneficiary selection.He emphasised the need for a transparent listing process, proper distribution of responsibilities, and accountability.On Friday, the Chief Adviser visited...
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