Impose tax on gifts, bequests: taskforce

A national tax reform taskforce has recommended introducing a 1 percent levy on gifts and bequests as part of efforts to modernise Bangladesh’s tax system and raise the tax-to-GDP ratio.
30 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Shipping department to launch software Jahaji for lighter vessel management

The software will address longstanding allegations of irregularities in scheduling of such vessels
29 January 2026, 21:09 PM

Bangladesh Bank bought nearly $4 billion in FY26 so far

The central bank purchased $55 million from five commercial banks today
29 January 2026, 20:11 PM

BTMA temporarily backtracks from mill closure move

The government assured them of resolving the problems through stakeholder consultations
29 January 2026, 18:06 PM

Olympic Industries posts modest profit growth, buys land in Narayanganj

The company said the growth demonstrated steady demand for its products and the effectiveness of its business strategy
29 January 2026, 17:07 PM

Digital Device and Innovation Expo 2026 kicks off tomorrow in Dhaka

The ICT Division, Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority and Bangladesh Computer Samity are jointly organising the four-day show
27 January 2026, 19:48 PM

Chinese firm to invest $16.34 million at Bepza Economic Zone

It will establish a factory to produce bra cups, bra wire, and luggage hardware.
27 January 2026, 17:16 PM

Jute millers threaten nationwide shutdown from Feb 1 over raw jute shortage

BJMA claimed that a handful of middlemen have stockpiled raw jute in warehouses, creating an artificial crisis in the domestic market
27 January 2026, 16:32 PM

Apex Footwear profit jumps 67% in Oct–Dec on higher sales

Its revenue rose 13 percent year on year to Tk 459.24 crore
27 January 2026, 12:29 PM

South Korean company to invest $80m in Bepza EZ

It will establish a large-scale bag, luggage, and high-end garments manufacturing facility
26 January 2026, 20:14 PM

Bangladesh eighth-largest market for US wheat in 2025: US envoy

He welcomes the fresh arrival of 60,000 tonnes of US wheat at Ctg port
26 January 2026, 17:51 PM

Marico Bangladesh's profit rises 7% in Oct-Dec

The company made around Tk 150 crore in profit during the period
25 January 2026, 17:07 PM

Govt debt jumps 28% to Tk 7.45 lakh crore in FY25

The authorities borrowed more to cover budget deficits amid sluggish revenue collection
24 January 2026, 20:07 PM

API Park: The pharmaceutical lifeline still out of reach

The project, approved in 2008, was meant to anchor the industry’s next phase of growth. Nearly two decades later, the site remains largely idle
24 January 2026, 00:24 AM

Bajus hikes gold price to a new record in less than 24 hours

Businesspeople said the country’s retail gold market has remained volatile in recent months
23 January 2026, 13:44 PM

Gold slips below Tk 2.5 lakh per bhori as global prices fall

The price of gold has started to drop in the domestic market, just a day after hitting a historic high of Tk 2.52 lakh per bhori, following a decline in international gold prices.
22 January 2026, 21:32 PM

How to cancel TIN

A person can apply for cancellation of their registration under certain conditions
22 January 2026, 19:32 PM

BIDA launches outward remittance repatriation approval service

It enables digital processing for approvals related to royalty, technical know-how, technical assistance, and franchise fees
22 January 2026, 18:51 PM

Advisory council approves economic partnership agreement with Japan

Once signed, Bangladesh will enjoy duty benefits on the export of 7,379 products to Japan
22 January 2026, 15:39 PM

Textile millers warn closure if bond facility stays

Showkat Aziz Russell, president of the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association, made the announcement today
22 January 2026, 14:53 PM