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Remittances Top $2bn in First 28 Days of September

Expatriate Bangladeshis sent approximately US$ 2.11 billion in remittances during the first 28 days of September in the fiscal year 2024-25, according to data released by Bangladesh Bank on 29 September. Of... Read more »
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Polythene must be restricted to protect future generations: Rizwana

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, the Adviser for Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, announced today that steps will be taken to restrict the use of polythene shopping bags to safeguard future generations. Starting from... Read more »

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Moderate Rain Likely Across Bangladesh, Heavy Showers in Mymensingh and Sylhet: Met Office

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today predicted the likelihood of light to moderate rain in various regions of the country. According to the forecast, “light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by... Read more »
Yunus

Prof. Yunus Calls for Global Support in UNGA Speech, Returns to Dhaka

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus arrived back in Dhaka early this morning (September 29), following a highly productive trip that featured numerous high-level meetings with global leaders. Prof. Yunus and his delegation... Read more »
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NBR to Target Govt Officials Suspected of Illegal Wealth

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is preparing to scrutinize government officials suspected of amassing illegal wealth and assets through corrupt practices. This move aligns with the government’s broader goal of creating... Read more »
information

All people have rights to get information: Speakers at information rights day discussion

Speakers at a discussion today said all people of the country have the right to seek and receive information from government entities (except those concerning national security) and private authorities to ensure... Read more »
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Heavy Showers Forecast for Most Divisions

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds at most places across the Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet... Read more »
World Bank

WB to Back Bangladesh Reforms with $3.5B in Funding

Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank (WB) Group, announced today that the global financial institution would extend $3.5 billion to support reform initiatives undertaken by Bangladesh’s interim government. The announcement was... Read more »
Yunus

CA Yunus Holds Talks with Italian, Pakistani Leaders

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, held a bilateral meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday. He also met with... Read more »
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US Commits $199m to Support Rohingya Refugees

The United States has announced nearly $199 million in new assistance to support Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. The announcement was made by Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human... Read more »