The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the government of Bangladesh have officially signed a policy-based loan agreement amounting to US$400 million. This financial support is directed towards assisting Bangladesh in the implementation... Read more »
In response to the spike in onion prices in the market, Mahbubul Alam, President of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI), has suggested exploring the import of onions... Read more »
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Bangladesh observes National VAT Day from December 10 to December 15, a period dedicated to recognizing the pivotal role of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the nation’s fiscal landscape. Beyond a mere... Read more »
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina emphasized the government’s comprehensive efforts to empower women across sectors and ensure their rights, stating that Bangladesh has successfully realized the vision of Begum Rokeya. Speaking at the... Read more »
Following India’s decision to extend export restrictions on onions, the price of onions in Bangladesh nearly doubled overnight. On Saturday morning in the capital, local onions were being sold at Tk220, compared... Read more »
As of 6 am today (Tuesday, December 05), a total of 253 incidents of arson have been documented during the blockades and strikes organized by BNP, Jamaat, and similar opposition factions since... Read more »
Information and Broadcasting Minister Dr. Hasan Mahmud presented the prestigious ‘Asia Climate Mobility Champion Leader Award’ to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at her official residence, Ganabhaban, in the morning. The award was... Read more »
The Foreign Minister, in a meeting today with the outgoing Kosovo ambassador Güner Ureya, urged Kosovo to recruit skilled human resources and consider importing high-quality readymade garments and pharmaceuticals from Bangladesh. The... Read more »
Bangladesh has emerged victorious in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) council election 2023 in category C, securing 128 votes out of the 175-member council. This marks the first time Bangladesh has won... Read more »
On Saturday, (02 December), morning, various regions of the country, including the capital, experienced the impact of a 5.6 magnitude earthquake. The tremors were felt in areas such as Chattogram, Rajshahi, Sylhet,... Read more »