September 23, 2025

Bangladesh Ready to Hold Free, Fair Polls, CA Tells US Envoy

Dhaka: Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today declared that his government is prepared to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful general election in Bangladesh in the first half of February. This announcement was made during a meeting with United Sta…

Salehuddin Urges Private Sector to Lead in Job Creation

Dhaka: Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed has called on the private sector to take a more prominent role in generating employment and expanding into global markets, noting that the government alone cannot sustain long-term economic growth.

Accordi…

Janaza of Firefighter Shamim Ahmed Held with State Honor

Dhaka: The namaz-e-janaza of firefighter Shamim Ahmed, who succumbed to his burn injuries in a chemical fire in Tongi, was held with state honor at the Department of Fire Service and Civil Defence premises in the city around 8 pm today. Home Adviser L…

Seven Injured in Mohakhali Petrol Pump Explosion

Dhaka: Seven laborers sustained burn injuries in a gas explosion today while they were cleaning the oil tank of a petrol pump in the capital’s Mohakhali. The incident occurred around 12:10 pm, according to police and hospital sources.

According to B…

BCB Announces Tk 1,398 Crore in Reserves

Dhaka: The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially announced that it currently holds Tk 1,398 crore in financial reserves, just weeks before the upcoming board elections scheduled for October 6. The figure significantly surpasses earlier estimat…

Stocks Rebound on Both Bourses Amid Positive Expectations

Dhaka: Stocks today managed a turnaround from the correction phases as investors turned back to the market owing to positive expectations amid favourable macroeconomic developments. DSEX, the broad index of the DSE, slightly advanced by 10.3 points to…

Indian Mission Celebrates 10th National Ayurveda Day in Dhaka

Dhaka: The Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre (IGCC) of the Indian High Commission in Dhaka today celebrated the 10th National Ayurveda Day 2025 with a special programme highlighting the relevance of India’s ancient wellness traditions in today’s world.