Padma Bank to merge with Exim Bank
Padma Bank is set to merge with Shariah-based EXIM Bank (Export Import Bank of Bangladesh), marking the first such merger in Bangladesh.01:04 15 March 2024
Mannan Kochi nominated as new BGMEA president
The elected directors of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) have nominated SM Mannan Kochi as the president of the trade body for the 2024-26 tenure00:57 15 March 2024
Govt’s purchase committee approves 18 proposals
The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) on Thursday approved 18 proposals, including three proposals to fix power tariff for procuring power from three solar power plants for a long 20-year period with an overall estimated cost of around Taka 10,612.80 crore00:43 15 March 2024
Explore newer jute products, its overseas markets: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday asked for finding out newer jute products and their fresh overseas markets for enhanced export of the golden fibre to build a developed and prosperous "Sonar Bangladesh"00:41 15 March 2024
Walton accords reception to SAFF U-19 champion girls
Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, the nation`s leading electronics giant, hosted a reception to honor the Bangladesh U-19 Women`s Football team for their remarkable achievement in clinching the title of the First SAFF U-19 Women`s Tournament11:35 14 March 2024
Walton’s ’Nonstop Millionaire’ campaign: Sylhet’s Laki Begum gets Tk10 lakh buying Walton fridge
Laki Begum of Balaganj in Sylhet was awarded Tk10 lakh after purchasing a Walton brand refrigerator in installments as part of the ongoing digital campaign season-20`s `Nonstop Millionaire Offer`11:17 14 March 2024
US House easily passes TikTok ban bill as eyes turn to Senate
The US House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a bill on Wednesday that would force TikTok to sever ties with its Chinese parent company or be banned in the United States10:57 14 March 2024
N. Korean leader unveils and ’drives’ new battle tank
North Korea leader Kim Jong Un drove a "new-type main battle tank" while overseeing military training exercises, state media said Thursday, as Seoul and Washington wrap joint drills to improve deterrence10:51 14 March 2024
Asian markets mixed as traders eye US data, looming Fed meeting
Asian markets were mixed Thursday after a tepid day on Wall Street, with traders looking forward to a string of US data that could help sway Federal Reserve officials ahead of their policy meeting next week10:43 14 March 2024
CPD for implementing "no electricity, no payment" policy
The Center for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has laid emphasis on phasing out fossil fuel-based power plants on time and implementing a "no electricity, no payment" policy for mitigating the soaring power costs02:09 14 March 2024
Stocks extend losing streak
Stocks on Wednesday extended its losing streak as the risk-averse investors preferred to book profit on quick-gaining shares02:07 14 March 2024
ADB approves $71mn loan for Bangladesh’s water resources management
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $71 million loan to improve flood control, irrigation, and water resources management in rural communities of Gopalganj and Madaripur districts in Bangladesh to strengthen their preparedness and resilience to the effects of climate change02:04 14 March 2024
BB sets age limits for NBFI independent directors
Bangladesh Bank (BB) has set minimum age range for non-bank financial institutions (NBFI)02:03 14 March 2024
PM calls for standing beside people without holding iftar party: Cabinet secy
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday urged all to refrain from arranging iftar party during the Ramadan and distribute the saved money of the party to the distressed people00:38 14 March 2024
Customers’ info in Nagad is secured, no chance to be fraud
In recent times, there have been circulating advertisements on social media selling customer information of various mobile financial service users17:00 13 March 2024
Govt determined to create labour-friendly environment: Anisul
Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Anisul Huq has said the government is determined to create a labour-friendly environment in the country as he addressed the International Labour Organisation (ILO) governing body’s 350th session in Geneva, Switzerland on Tuesday11:33 13 March 2024
Australian-born pro surfer reaches Paris Olympics with Japan
Australian-born pro surfer Connor O`Leary is off to this summer`s Paris Olympics with Japan having switched allegiances last year to his mother`s homeland11:12 13 March 2024
Japan private rocket explodes just after launch
A rocket made by a Japanese company exploded just after launch on Wednesday, with public broadcaster NHK showing footage of the fiery failure11:04 13 March 2024
Oscars ratings climb to almost 20 mn as ’Oppenheimer’ reigns
Wins for "Oppenheimer," live musical performances from "Barbie" and an (almost) naked John Cena helped lift Oscars ratings for a third consecutive year, early viewing figures showed Monday, as 19.5 million tuned in to watch Hollywood`s big night11:01 13 March 2024
PwC Australia cuts jobs in wake of tax leak scandal
Consulting giant PwC Australia said Wednesday it would slash more than 300 roles as part of a restructuring following a tax leak scandal that plunged the company into turmoil10:57 13 March 2024
Trump, Biden win enough delegates to clinch US presidential nominations: Media
Joe Biden and rival Donald Trump won enough delegates Tuesday to clinch their party nominations in the 2024 presidential race, networks projected, all but assuring a rematch and setting up one of the longest general election campaigns in US history10:51 13 March 2024
Govt fixes date prices for Ramadan
The government has fixed the prices of dates, a key item of iftar, for the month of Ramadan01:15 13 March 2024
Dhaka working to repatriate fled Myanmar security personnel
Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud on Tuesday said Dhaka is keeping communication with Myanmar authority to send back the fresh 177 Myanmar security personnel those took shelter in Bangladesh amid the ongoing ethnic conflict in the neighboring country01:11 13 March 2024
Govt signs deal with IOM to get $5,81,010 grant
The Economic Relations Division (ERD) on Tuesday signed a grant agreement worth $ 5,81,010 with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to address the problems related to climate affected and other displacements in Bangladesh01:06 13 March 2024
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