Dhaka: Bangladesh received US$1.142 billion in workers’ remittances during the first nine days of August 2026, marking a robust 69.2 percent year-on-year growth compared with the same period last year.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the la…
Dhaka: Standard Chartered Bangladesh has donated 25 decommissioned laptops to the non-governmental organization Friendship to bolster secondary education and digital learning for students residing in the climate-vulnerable northern char regions.
Acc…
Dhaka: The Chittagong Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) has taken an initiative to form 57 standing sub-committees. Through these sub-committees, the chamber wants to give importance to members’ opinions in identifying various problems, challeng…
Dhaka: Bangladesh received US$915 million in workers’ remittances during the first eight days of August, marking a 42.9 percent increase compared with US$640 million received during the corresponding period of August last year.
According to Banglad…
Dhaka: Stocks today extended its losing streak for a second consecutive session as investors remained cautious amid the absence of strong catalysts to sustain positive momentum. The DSEX, the broad index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE), fell 38.6 po…
Dhaka: The Bangladesh Bank has declared four financial institutions non-viable and initiated resolution proceedings by appointing administrators under the Bank Resolution Act, 2026. The move aims to restore good governance and accountability in the fi…
Dhaka: Chairman of Barind Multipurpose Development Authority (BMDA) Hasan Jafir Tuhin emphasized the need to ensure proper and planned use of water in the interest of farmers in the Barind region. He highlighted the critical role water plays in the ag…
Dhaka: The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has launched a special initiative in collaboration with the Overseas Chinese Association in Bangladesh (OCAIB) to attract Chinese investment and promote joint ventures aimed…
Dhaka: Workers’ remittance to Bangladesh grew by 20.9 percent year-on-year in the current fiscal year 2026-27 through August 3, reflecting the continued strong inflow of earnings from expatriate Bangladeshis.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha…