Australian High Commissioner

Australian High Commissioner Vows Ongoing Support for Rohingya Crisis

The Australian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Jeremy Bruer, reaffirmed his government’s commitment to providing ongoing humanitarian aid to the Rohingya people and supporting Bangladesh’s stance on the repatriation of displaced individuals to... Read more »
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Bangladesh, Qatar Address Gaza Crisis, Emphasize Economic Support

On Tuesday (December 19), Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina emphasized the need for unity among Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states to establish peace in Gaza. The statement was made during a... Read more »

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4 killed as passenger train set on arson in Dhaka

Tragically, a horrifying incident unfolded in Dhaka today, claiming the lives of at least four individuals, including a mother and her son, as arsonists set fire to three compartments of the Mohanganj... Read more »
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5th, 6th Installments Handed Over to PM Hasina for Padma Bridge Loan

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina received over TK 315 crore as the 5th and 6th installments of the loan taken for the construction of the Padma Bridge. The presentation took place during a... Read more »
EC

EC Prepares Symbol Allocation as 1,896 Candidates Gear Up for Bangladesh’s Electoral Battle

As the deadline for candidate withdrawals concluded yesterday, a total of 1,896 candidates have successfully navigated the intricacies of the political landscape to vie for positions in the upcoming 12th national polls... Read more »
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Bangladesh’s Foreign Debt Service Payments to Spike by 11%.

A weakening local currency is poised to increase the government’s foreign debt service obligations by nearly 11% from the amount kept aside in the ongoing fiscal year, according to the Economic Relations... Read more »
BSRM

BSRM Group Continues Winning Streak, Bags Top Taxpayer Honors

Three members of a family associated with the renowned BSRM Group were honored with the Best Taxpayers Award in Chattogram. The accolades included Alihussain Akberali, Chairman of BSRM Group, who was recognized... Read more »
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Bangladesh Observes Victory Day Today

The nation is observing Victory Day, a momentous occasion for the Bangalees, commemorating the liberation of Bangladesh from Pakistani occupation forces 52 years ago after a nine-month-long War of Liberation, marked by... Read more »
"NBR Plans Extended Tax Break on Foreign Loan Interest for Economic Relief"

NBR Plans Extended Tax Break on Foreign Loan Interest for Economic Relief

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is considering extending the tax exemption on foreign loan interest payments from February 2024 to December 2024. In a circular on 28 November, the NBR exempted... Read more »
"Investment Corporation of Bangladesh Grapples with Unprecedented Losses and Repayment Challenges

“ICB Grapples with Unprecedented Losses, Repayment Challenges

The Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB), a significant player in the nation’s capital market and non-bank financial institutions, faces a deepening financial crisis due to floor price restrictions preventing the sale of... Read more »