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Bangladesh Banks to Open Hajj Branches Over the Weekend

Dhaka:Bangladesh Bank has instructed scheduled banks to keep their Hajj-related branches open this Friday and Saturday to facilitate the collection of registration fees for Hajj 2027.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the branches will operate…

Bangladesh Cancels Hilsa Import Permits from India, Halts Trade

Dhaka:The country’s Department of Fisheries has stopped the import of hilsa fish from India, following the cancellation of 103 no-objection certificates (NOCs) previously issued for the trade.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the cancellation…

Saudi Ambassador Highlights Strengthening Dhaka-Riyadh Relations

Dhaka:Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdullah Zafer Bin Abiyah has emphasized the strong and evolving relationship between Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh, which is grounded in mutual respect and cooperation. This statement was made during a special m…

BGMEA Launches Japan Desk to Enhance Apparel Trade with Japan

Dhaka:Bangladesh The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has launched the “BGMEA Japan Desk” at its Uttara Complex to promote economic cooperation, trade, and investment with Japan.

According to United News of Banglade…

Dengue Death Toll in Bangladesh Surpasses 200 This Year

Dhaka:The dengue death toll in Bangladesh has reached 201 after six more fatalities were reported due to the viral disease within a 24-hour period ending at 8:00 am on Wednesday.

According to United News of Bangladesh, 1,868 new dengue patients were…

Padakhep Hosts Event on Gender-Based Violence and Safe Parenting

Dhaka:Development organisation Padakhep hosted an awareness programme on Tuesday to address gender-based violence, cyber harassment, and bullying while promoting safe parenting.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the event, titled ‘Know, Speak …