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Universal Pension Scheme Profit Rate Raised to 11.72pc

Dhaka: The profit rate for subscribers of the Universal Pension Scheme (UPS) against investments made during the 2025-26 fiscal year has been set at 11.72 percent, up from the previous rate of 11.68 percent. The decision was approved at the fourth mee…

DSEX Gains 38 Points As Broad-Based Buying Lifts Dhaka Stocks

Dhaka: The benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) extended its recovery for the third consecutive session today, driven by broad-based buying interest as investors remained active despite concerns over geopolitical tensions in the Gulf regi…

No RMG Factory Closures Amid Gas Crisis, Says BGMEA President

Dhaka: No readymade garment (RMG) factory has been closed due to the recent gas situation, Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) President Mahmud Hasan Khan stated.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Mahmud Hasan…

BASIC Bank AGM Approves 2025 Financial Statements

Dhaka: The 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of BASIC Bank PLC has approved the bank’s financial statements for the year 2025. The meeting took place at the bank’s head office and was chaired by BASIC Bank Chairman Helal Ahmed Chowdhury.

According to…

Army Chief Embarks on Official Visit to Japan for Asian Games

Dhaka: Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman today departed Dhaka for Japan on a four-day official visit to attend the opening ceremony of the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. He is representing Bangladesh in his role as president of the Bangl…