Nat'l interest to guide decision on foreign operator for NCT
Our CorrespondentCHATTOGRAM, Apr 19: Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam on Sunday said the government will prioritise national interest while appointing a foreign operator for the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) at Chittagong Port."The government will take a decision on leasing the NCT only after ensuring the country's highest interests are...
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bKash wins Bangladesh Retail Awards--
The largest mobile financial service provider of the country, bKash, has won three awards at the third edition of the Bangladesh Retail Awards (2026).Organised by the Bangladesh Retail Forum and the Bangladesh Brand Forum, these awards honour organisations and initiatives that have revolutionised the country's retail industry in the digital...
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SBAC Bank holds workshop -
SBAC Bank holds workshop SBAC Bank PLC organised a daylong workshop in Bagerhat on Sunday on financial management to enhance the capacity of women entrepreneurs in the CMSME sector under the supervision of Bangladesh Bank. Md. Rokanuzzaman, Executive Director of Bangladesh Bank, Khulna Office, attended the workshop as the chief...
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Call for higher tobacco taxes in next budget
A leading policy think tank has called for a significant overhaul of tobacco taxation in the upcoming national budget, arguing that higher prices and simplified tax structures could both reduce smoking and boost government revenues.The recommendations come amid growing concern over the health and economic costs of tobacco use, with...
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