Donald Trump escalates threats against Iran, sparking global fears of nuclear war and devastating regional conflict.

Bangladesh’s net foreign direct investment witnessed a sharp 39 percent increase in 2025, reaching $1.77 billion, according to central bank data.

Most filings for FY26, which is around 42.97 lakh, were made online, while 3.04 lakh were paper-based

Bangladesh’s first large-scale venture capital firm will begin operations this month to address the long-standing funding gap for local startup

Says Debapriya Bhattacharya as next budget must address fuel, debt, and fiscal pressures

Jetro survey finds improving confidence lifts outlook to highest level since 2019

Antibiotics, once hailed as miracle drugs, are now facing a silent yet escalating threat called antibiotic resistance. This growing crisis, driven by misuse and overuse, is steadily weakening one of medicine’s most powerful tools.

Bangladesh risks losing 30% of EU garment exports if it fails to reach mandated decarbonisation targets by 2030

Govt report says youth could drive growth or become demographic burden

At present, the Reptiles Farm Ltd is as good as abandoned, farm sources say

Retailers say; wholesalers blame supply constraints

The international institute releases report on Iran tensions and Asia’s energy crisis

Credit growth to the private sector has been staying around 6 percent as businesses continue to be shy about taking on fresh projects amid economic uncertainty.

Finds new study, says impact will depend on accurate targeting and transparent beneficiary selection

Bangladesh has decided not to deploy peacekeepers to Haiti for the proposed Gang Suppression Force (GSF) mission amid global turmoil and shifting geopolitical dynamics, officials and internal correspondence confirmed.

Bangladesh imports crude and refined fuel oil from a range of countries, including in the Middle East, to meet its annual demand of roughly 70 lakh tonnes

Says CPD, urging govt to use next budget to strengthen power and fuel stability for ensuring macroeconomic growth

The ongoing military escalation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran is disrupting global transport routes, airspace access, and economic activity in the Gulf region. For Bangladesh, where labour migration to and remittance inflows from the Middle East are crucial, the conflict poses serious economic risks.

Bangladeshi men are being flown out of Dhaka, routed through Saudi Arabia and the UAE, before being taken to Moscow and forced onto the frontlines of Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Bangladesh recorded its highest remittance inflow for any February in at least seven years last month, as expatriates sent home more money ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the largest festivals for Muslims.