Asian markets mostly up, tracking Wall Street gains
Most Asian markets rose Thursday, tracking a rebound in Europe and New York and following positive remarks from a senior Federal Reserve official that inflation was headed in the right direction12:19 15 February 2024
Singapore economy grew 1.1% in 2023, data shows
Singapore`s economy grew less than expected last year, the government said Thursday as it warned geopolitical risks would continue to cause headwinds this year12:15 15 February 2024
What is behind the US economy’s surprising strength?
The US has seen GDP growth blow past predictions, hiring numbers surge unexpectedly and consumers still spending even as interest rates climbed -- deftly averting a dreaded recession in 202312:12 15 February 2024
US allies warn Israel against ’catastrophic’ Rafah operation
The leaders of Australia, Canada and New Zealand on Thursday warned Israel against a potentially "catastrophic" ground offensive in the southern Gazan city of Rafah, amplifying a growing chorus of international concern12:08 15 February 2024
PM leaves for Germany to attend Munich Security Conference
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday left here for Germany on a three-day official visit to attend Munich Security Conference (MSC) 202412:04 15 February 2024
Turkey under pressure to shut down gold mine after landlside
Calls grew in Turkey on Wednesday to shut down a controversial gold mine as hopes dimmed of rescuing nine workers trapped by a massive landslide that rolled over their open pit01:44 15 February 2024
Gaza war death toll reaches 28,576, says Health ministry
The health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza said Wednesday at least 28,576 people have been killed in the territory during the war between Palestinian militants and Israeli forces01:37 15 February 2024
DCCI for widening tax net to boost tax-GDP ratio
The Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) hoped that the next budget will emphasize on easy and business friendly tax management, widening tax and VAT net, full automation of taxation system, encouraging local industrialization and ensuring investment friendly environment in the country01:32 15 February 2024
Pvt sector joins IFC, EU, MCCI to boost women’s employment in Bangladesh
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), in partnership with European Union funded program Accelerating Climate Smart & Inclusive Infrastructure in South Asia (ACSIIS), and the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI), launched a flagship network ‘Partnership for Women’s Employment: The Business of Equity’01:24 15 February 2024
Germany to provide 22.17mn Euro to Bangladesh, MoUs signed
Germany will provide a total of 22.17 million Euro support to Bangladesh including grants against five projects in the areas of higher education, skills development and acquiring digital skills.01:18 15 February 2024
Bangladesh isn’t dependent on anyone to export garment products: Nanak
Textiles and Jute Minister Jahangir Kabir Nanak on Wednesday said the country is not dependent on anyone to export garment products as the nation made garments market across the globe through competition01:05 15 February 2024
Govt working to promote handicrafts at int’l level: Titu
State Minister for Commerce Ahasanul Islam Titu on Wednesday said the government has taken different initiatives for promoting domestic handicrafts at international level01:01 15 February 2024
Price fall in large-cap drives stocks down
The country`s both the bourses -- Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE)—on Wednesday plunged due to mainly price fall in large-cap securities00:43 15 February 2024
Inflation to ease soon as govt takes various measures: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday told the Parliament that inflation will be eased soon as the government has taken various measures to curb it00:37 15 February 2024
Higher prices boost Coca-Cola sales despite Middle East hit
Higher prices and volumes helped boost Coca-Cola sales despite consumer weakness in some markets and a hit from the Middle East war, according to company results releases Tuesday11:58 14 February 2024
Republicans impeach US homeland security chief over border crisis
Republicans impeached US President Joe Biden`s immigration chief on Tuesday, the culmination of months of attacks on the Democratic administration as they seek to make border security a key issue in November`s election11:54 14 February 2024
S.Africa urges ICJ to pressure Israel to halt Rafah offensive
South Africa urged the UN`s top court Tuesday to place more legal pressure on Israel to halt a threatened offensive against the densely crowded Gaza city of Rafah11:49 14 February 2024
Only Gaza ceasefire will end Lebanon border hostilities: Hezbollah
Hezbollah`s chief said Tuesday ending the Gaza war was key to halting hostilities on the Lebanon frontier, and accused foreign efforts to end the cross-border violence of serving Israeli interests01:40 14 February 2024
France jobless rate stable at 7.5%
France`s official jobless rate was stable at 7.5 percent for the final quarter of 2023 as statistics agency INSEE revised upwards by 0.1 percent its initial estimate on Tuesday01:36 14 February 2024
ICSB organizes seminar on "Leadership and Human Resource Development"
Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB) organized a seminar titled "Leadership and Human Resource Development" on Monday at the Samson H. Chowdhury Centre, Dhaka Club Limited in the city01:32 14 February 2024
21 individuals get Ekushey Padak
A total of 21 individuals will get the country`s second-highest civilian award, the Ekushey Padak, this year in recognition of their contributions to various fields01:28 14 February 2024
Another factory in Bangladesh gets LEED certification
Another factory in Bangladesh has been awarded LEED certification from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC)01:20 14 February 2024
BGMEA president calls for support of government, NGOs to improve workers’ health
Faruque Hassan, president of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), emphasized the importance of ensuring the health and well-being of workers for the sustainable development of the ready-made garment industry01:18 14 February 2024
Nepal eager to use Bangladesh seaports to expand business: Envoy
Nepal has expressed its eagerness to use Bangladesh Chattogram, Mongla and Payra sea ports and put special emphasis on freight transportation through Banglabandha land port after using Mongla seaport00:02 14 February 2024
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