World Bank cuts Bangladesh growth forecast for FY26

The multilateral lender said the economy will grow by 4.6 percent in the current year
14 January 2026, 17:00 PM

Govt launches first shared GPU cloud facility to boost AI, research

The infrastructure will be maintained by the National Data Centre team of the Bangladesh Computer Council
14 January 2026, 15:33 PM

Gold steadies below record $4,600/oz

Gold prices were largely steady near its all-time peak on Tuesday, ‌supported by ongoing geopolitical tensions, while investor caution ahead of key inflation data limited upside momentum.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Mobile phone traders seek delay in NEIR rollout

Mobile phone traders yesterday formed a human chain in Dhaka, demanding a postponement of the implementation of the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) system and the release of colleagues arrested over protests against the initiative.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Pay structure decision after Pay Commission report: finance adviser

The decision on the new pay structure for government employees will be taken after receiving the Pay Commission’s report, Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed said yesterday, noting that the commission members are reviewing the matter and will submit their recommendations soon.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Inclusive action needed to unlock blue economy, experts say

Amid rising climate vulnerability and underused maritime resources, regional experts and policymakers have called for inclusive action to unlock Bangladesh’s blue economy and strengthen coastal resilience.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

When auditor appointment rules are disregarded

Audit practice is governed by two regulatory frameworks. The first consists of domestic laws covering the appointment, reappointment and removal of auditors, the convening and adjournment of AGMs, auditor rights and powers, and statutory requirements for financial statements. In practice, International Financial Reporting Standards are applied to ensure global alignment in content and disclosures.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Cold wave takes a toll on Boro seedbeds

Farmers say achieving production target will be harder as rice drives half of food inflation
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Referendum campaign creates unease among some bankers

The referendum concerns the constitutional reform agenda outlined in the “July Charter”
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Sonali Bank seeks Tk 6,600cr bond against unpaid loans to sugar corporation

State-owned Sonali Bank has urged the government to issue bonds against unpaid loans to the Bangladesh Sugar and Food Industries Corporation (BSFIC) to address the lender’s capital shortfall.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

GDP growth accelerates, led by industrial expansion

Bangladesh’s economy rebounded in the first quarter of the current fiscal year of 2025-26 due mainly to stronger agricultural and industrial production.
14 January 2026, 00:00 AM

Gold steadies near record $4,600/oz

Gold prices were largely steady near their all-time peak today
13 January 2026, 19:31 PM

Bangladesh sees first state-run freelancer ID management software

Some 29 engineers from the ICT department will be the resource pool for ID verification
13 January 2026, 18:59 PM

Mobile phone traders demand NEIR rollout delay, release of detained colleagues

The demonstration was held in the Gulistan area, where protesters also called for permission to import and sell used mobile phones
13 January 2026, 17:14 PM

Decision on pay structure will come after Pay Commission report: finance adviser

Ahmed said the work of the Pay Commission is continuing without interruption and that various stakeholders have submitted opinions and proposals to the commission
13 January 2026, 17:07 PM

Inclusive action needed to unlock Bangladesh’s blue economy

Speakers from Bangladesh, Japan, India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives discussed marine spatial planning, climate resilience and regional cooperation
13 January 2026, 16:12 PM

Mobile phone prices to drop upto Tk 5,500 as NBR cuts import duty

Prices of imported mobile phones may fall by Tk 5,500
13 January 2026, 15:55 PM

Gold prices cross Tk 230,000 per bhori, hit new record

Bajus announced the new rate yesterday, citing an increase in the prices of pure gold
13 January 2026, 09:46 AM

From 10%, Premier Bank’s default loans jump to 42% in a year

The jump in bad loans forced the commercial lender to make heavy provisions
13 January 2026, 00:36 AM

Labour rights group calls for dignified living standard

Labour activists yesterday presented a 15-point manifesto to political parties and key stakeholders, urging them to prioritise labour rights and social justice in the next national election. Under the banner of the National Workers’ Rights Advocacy Alliance, the manifesto was unveiled at the Bangladesh-China Friendship International Conference Centre. The programme was attended by representatives from different political parties.
13 January 2026, 00:35 AM