Dhaka: State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Tuesday underscored the importance of deepening multilateral cooperation and called for stronger, sustained international engagement to help resolve the Rohingya crisis. She raised the iss…
Dhaka: The government’s flagship Startup Bangladesh initiative has so far invested around Tk 109 crore in 36 approved technology-driven startups, Posts, Telecommunications and ICT Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam told Parliament on Tuesday. Responding to a …
Dhaka: Post, Telecommunications and ICT Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam has announced plans to establish franchise post offices and post pick-up points through entrepreneurs under the Postal Department’s supervision. ‘The process of selecting suitable loca…
Dhaka: A total of 36 suspected criminals involved in various criminal activities were arrested during special drives conducted by the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) from the city’s Jatrabari and Mugda areas.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha…
Edinburgh: Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, one of the largest private commercial banks, has hit a severe liquidity crisis, forcing it to seek Tk 10,000 crore in emergency liquidity support from the central bank. Amid agitation on the 7th day for resignati…
Dhaka: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today provided necessary financial assistance for constructing a house for Ritu Porna Chakma, one of the star players of the Bangladesh National Women’s Football Team. The Prime Minister handed over the cheque of t…
Dhaka: Bangladesh Bank (BB) has introduced a Tk 10,000 crore refinancing scheme from its own funds to enhance agricultural production, ensure food security, and generate employment opportunities in rural areas. This initiative is designed to provide f…
Dhaka: Revenue collection by the National Board of Revenue (NBR) has fallen short of targets in the 2024-25 fiscal year, while the shortfall continues into the 2025-26 fiscal year amid various economic and structural challenges. Replying to a scripted…
Dhaka: Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury addressed Parliament on Tuesday, emphasizing the government’s commitment to enhancing the country’s capital market through institutional and regulatory reforms. These efforts are intended to mobiliz…