Credit card transactions rose significantly in Dec

Credit card transactions increased significantly at home and abroad in December last year as Bangladesh continued to embrace digital financial solutions.
16 February 2025, 18:09 PM

REHAB Ctg fair begins today

The four-day REHAB Chattogram Fair 2025 has 42 stalls
13 February 2025, 13:22 PM

Govt to clear Beximco worker dues before Ramadan

Source of funds yet to be finalised
12 February 2025, 19:40 PM

Monetary policy is working: CAL Bangladesh

In its latest report released today, the organisation projected inflation will stabilise between 8.5% and 9.5% by June but fall to 6-7% by December
12 February 2025, 16:27 PM

Miscreants attack Nagad administrator hours after ACC drive

They vandalised his vehicle, injured the driver in Dhaka’s Banani
12 February 2025, 13:27 PM

27 apparel makers attend Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris

A total of 27 apparel makers from Bangladesh are participating in this year’s Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris, according to a statement from the event’s organisers..Companies participating in the three-day fair, which began at the Le Bourget Exhibition Centre in Paris on Monday, are showca
11 February 2025, 16:40 PM

Bajus calls for action against non-VAT registered jewellers to ensure fair competition

The Bangladesh Jeweller’s Association (Bajus) has urged the National Board of Revenue (NBR) to take decisive action against non-VAT registered jewellery businesses to ensure a level playing field in the domestic market..In a letter, Bajus commended the recent move by the NBR to introduce E
11 February 2025, 15:59 PM

BGMEA administrator’s tenure extended until Jun 16

The four-month extension comes into effect on February 17 this year
11 February 2025, 14:08 PM

Leasing state-run jute mills made easier for industrial diversification

The government has relaxed lease conditions for state-run jute mills to encourage private investment, which would address the financial losses of the factories, reduce the shortfall of raw jute, diversify industries, and create new employment opportunities..Around 40 lakh tonnes of jute ar
10 February 2025, 18:29 PM

Gold prices set to hit Tk 150,000 for the first time

From tomorrow, a bhori of 22-carat gold will cost Tk 149,812
10 February 2025, 14:38 PM

Contractionary stance will hamper private sector growth: Dhaka Chamber

A more flexible and balanced monetary policy should be there, the trade body says
10 February 2025, 12:43 PM

IPPS for deferring LDC graduation by 10-12 years

The Intellectual Property and Policy Studies (IPPS), a non-profit organisation, yesterday urged the government to defer the country's graduation from least developed country (LDC) status by at least 10 to 12 years..Bangladesh has yet to properly evaluate the post-LDC graduation impact on v
9 February 2025, 18:34 PM

Economy on expansion track for 4th straight month in Jan: PMI

The country’s economy remained on an expansion track for the fourth consecutive month in January this year, according to an unofficial estimate, as growing exports, seasonal consumption trends and a boost in the agro supply chain are being considered potential drivers of this growth. .In
9 February 2025, 18:00 PM

DCCI identifies problems of Old Dhaka businesses, wants quick solution

Traffic congestion, waterlogging is taking a massive toll, says the leading chamber
8 February 2025, 13:12 PM

Adopt renewable energy immediately for a better future: experts

The Policy Exchange Bangladesh organises policy dialogue on Bangladesh’s future
6 February 2025, 14:24 PM

Takaful Islami Insurance fined Tk 10 lakh

The Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA) has fined Takaful Islami Insurance Limited Tk 10 lakh.
5 February 2025, 20:00 PM

Green Delta launches Bangladesh’s first insurance for pets

Initially, the policy will cover dogs and cats
5 February 2025, 12:19 PM

Beximco lays off another 8,000 workers

Embattled Beximco Limited has announced another round of layoffs citing a lack of work orders, a decision that affects nearly 8,000 workers across five manufacturing units in its industrial park in Gazipur.
4 February 2025, 21:29 PM

National Special Economic Zone to get a Tk 518 crore water treatment plant

The plant will treat 50 million litres of water daily
4 February 2025, 12:27 PM

BB files fraud case against Nagad

The central bank's payment system department filed the case with Motijheel Police Station
4 February 2025, 10:21 AM