Washington-Moscow trade biting words over Bangladesh politics
The United States and Russia have visibly exchanged biting words over Bangladesh with US State Department today accusing Moscow of purposely misinterpreting Washington’s foreign policy regarding Bangladesh’s upcoming elections22:48 25 November 2023
Hasina to exchange views with party’s nomination aspirants tomorrow
Awami League President and party`s parliamentary nomination board chief Sheikh Hasina will exchange views with AL`s nomination aspirants for the 12th Jatiya Sangsad election at Ganabhaban at 10 am tomorrow22:39 25 November 2023
Commodity price control to get priority in AL election manifesto: Tipu
The issue of commodity price control will be given special importance in Awami League`s manifesto for the upcoming general election, said Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi22:37 25 November 2023
WB helps Bangladesh improve human development, climate resilience
Bangladesh and the World Bank have signed five financing agreements to help the country achieve resilient and inclusive growth by improving early childhood development, secondary education, riverbank protection and navigability, urban primary health, and gas distribution efficiency16:09 25 November 2023
Sugarcane crushing begins in Rajshahi, Natore sugar mills
Rajshahi Sugar Mills Limited (RSML) and Natore Sugar Mills Limited (NSML) began sugarcane crushing on Friday afternoon simultaneously setting target of manufacturing 8,400 tonnes of sugar during the current 2023-24 financial year15:59 25 November 2023
Argentina president-elect discusses economic crisis with IMF chief
Argentina`s president-elect Javier Milei and IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva had a first meeting via video call on Friday, in which they discussed the country`s economic crisis15:56 25 November 2023
Walton partners with a2i to facilitate Bangladesh’s first lunar satellite mission
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Walton Television`s advanced facilities, including its ISO class 7 dust-free cleanroom and lab research capabilities, will play a crucial role in supporting Bangladesh`s inaugural lunar satellite project undertaken by Aspire to Innovate (a2i)00:55 25 November 2023
Walton Washing Machine, Orix Fabric Care ink strategic business deal
Orix, a prominent US-based homecare brand, has collaboratively ventured with Walton, a leading electronics brand, to elevate their brand promotion initiatives and introduce consumers to an innovative laundry cleaning experience23:56 24 November 2023
Hamas government says Gaza war death toll nears 15,000
Gaza`s Hamas government said Thursday the death toll in the Palestinian territory had reached 14,854 since war began on October 7 between Israeli forces and Hamas militants12:09 24 November 2023
Rising energy bills to worsen UK cost-of-living crisis
The price cap on energy bills for most UK households will rise this winter, regulator Ofgem said Thursday, further fuelling a cost-of-living crisis that is forecast to worsen.12:05 24 November 2023
Asian markets struggle, China property help in focus
Most Asian markets fell Friday following a broadly healthy week, with traders hoping for fresh Chinese moves to help the country`s troubled property sector after officials called on banks to provide support12:01 24 November 2023
Palestinian doctor says 27 dead in Israeli strike on UN school in Gaza
A Palestinian doctor said Thursday at least 27 people had been killed and 93 more injured in an Israeli strike on a United Nations school in Gaza11:58 24 November 2023
Sri Lanka central bank further reduces interest rates
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has decided to reduce its Standing Deposit Facility Rate (SDFR) and the Standing Lending Facility Rate (SLFR) by 100 basis points to 9.00 percent and 10.00 percent, respectively, it said in a statement on Friday11:52 24 November 2023
Gaza truce and hostage release set to start
A four-day truce in the Israel-Hamas war was set to start Friday with hostages to be released in exchange for prisoners, the first major reprieve in seven weeks of conflict that have claimed thousands of lives.11:48 24 November 2023
Gaza truce and hostage release to start Friday
A pause in the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza will start on Friday morning and an exchange of hostages and prisoners will follow hours later, mediator Qatar said, after nearly seven weeks of fighting00:15 24 November 2023
With Gaza truce on horizon, UN relief teams stand ready to ramp up aid
Humanitarian agencies preparing to go into Gaza continued to build up stocks of desperately needed aid for the war-torn enclave on Thursday, amid delays in the implementation of a temporary halt in fighting and the release of hostages held by Hamas militants.23:44 23 November 2023
Oil, gas industry faces moment of truth: IEA
Producers must choose between contributing to a deepening climate crisis or becoming part of the solution by embracing the shift to clean energy, IEA special report said on Thursday23:34 23 November 2023
ADB approves $200m loan to promote efficiency, energy transition in Bangladesh
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million loan to help Bangladesh enhance energy efficiency through smart metering as well as support its transition to clean energy solutions23:18 23 November 2023
Dollar depreciation a prudent move: BB
Bangladesh Bank (BB) has lauded the recent decision of Bangladesh Foreign Exchange Dealers` Association (Bafeda) and the Association of Bankers, Bangladesh (ABB) to depreciate the dollar by Taka 0.5022:54 23 November 2023
WB to provide $1.1b to Bangladesh, 5 deals signed
Bangladesh and the World Bank on Thursday signed five financing agreements worth over $1.1 billion to help the country achieve resilient and inclusive growth by improving early childhood development, secondary education, riverbank protection and navigability, urban primary health, and gas distribution efficiency22:50 23 November 2023
Stocks maintain gaining streak
Country`s both the bourses, Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) on Thursday also witnessed an upward trend like earlier as investors continued their buying spree on large-cap issues amid optimism22:45 23 November 2023
Oil drops further after OPEC delay as Asian stocks struggle
Oil extended losses Thursday after OPEC announced the shock delay of a key policy meeting, suggesting fresh upheaval in the bloc, while equities struggled after two US reports dented recent euphoria over the future of interest rates17:09 23 November 2023
PM asks BNP to test popularity through polls
Prime Minister and Awami League (AL) President Sheikh Hasina today urged BNP to participate in the 12th national election slated for January 7 to examine whom the people want to see in power.14:43 23 November 2023
ADB approves a loan package of $336.5mn to help vaccine production in Bangladesh
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday approved a loan package of $336.5 million to establish domestic vaccine, therapeutics, and diagnostics manufacturing capacity and strengthen the national regulator to ensure vaccine supply security in Bangladesh00:28 23 November 2023
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