BP Reports Surge in Profits for Q2 2026 Amid Middle East Conflict

Asian stocks showed mixed performance as Seoul's Kospi stabilised following recent volatility, while oil prices rose on conflicting signals regarding US-Iran peace talks.

Imports of green chillies from India through Bangladesh's Hili Land Port have resumed, potentially easing domestic prices.

Bangladesh Bank has abolished the Telegraphic Transfer (TT) discounting facility against liens on current accounts as part of efforts to modernise the country's financial system.

Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE) began a two-day training program on securities law for compliance officers of Dhaka-based TREC holder companies.

The National Board of Revenue urges all businesses to update their Business Identification Numbers by November 30, 2026, as part of a broader initiative to modernize tax administration.

Japan and the United States have taken coordinated action to support the yen, marking the first joint intervention in 28 years.

French energy giant TotalEnergies has agreed to purchase Shell's European onshore renewable energy businesses.

President Donald Trump confirmed that the US and Japan jointly intervened to support the yen, describing the move as a'signal of friendship' that benefits both nations and the global economy.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have reached a new high of $36.47 billion, according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

KDA Chairman Advocate SM Shafiqul Alam Mona announced plans to modernize Rupsha New Market with a new multi-storey complex.

Uber has launched a hybrid subscription model for car drivers in Bangladesh, providing them with more options to maximize their earnings.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange saw a marginal increase in its benchmark index, with turnover surging by 20.5% following the central bank's rate cut.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is set to introduce significant reforms to make its domestic cricket tournaments more competitive and commercially attractive.

The Border Guard Bangladesh intercepted a smuggling operation, seizing fertiliser and arresting a Forcibly Displaced Myanmar National.

The Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE) has introduced a series of digital and modern education reforms in line with the election promises of the incumbent government.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicts widespread rainfall and a slight drop in temperatures over the next 24 hours.

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has dismissed reports of factory closures due to gas and power shortages.

The Rapid Action Battalion has implemented extensive security measures to ensure a peaceful observance of July Mass Uprising Day 2026.

Around 300 people protested in Panama City against plans for a new reservoir, which will require the relocation of communities.

A severe heat wave in Tokyo has led to the tragic deaths of three lions at a local zoo, highlighting the extreme weather challenges faced by animals and humans alike.

A significant forest fire has spread across 100 hectares in a Dutch nature reserve, marking the latest in a series of wildfires across western Europe.

A cultural program in Rajshahi commemorated the heroism and sacrifices of the 2024 July Mass Uprising, emphasizing the importance of preserving this history.

Chief Whip of the Jatiya Sangsad, Md Nurul Islam, arrived in Dhaka after concluding a visit to the United Kingdom.

Japan's defense minister stresses the need for a stronger military presence as regional threats intensify.

A forest fire near Bordeaux has led to the discovery of World War II shells in the village of Le Porge, France.

UN rights experts have called on Canada to protect Sikh activist Moninder Singh, who faces credible threats to his life.

Juan Orlando Hernandez, former president of Honduras pardoned by Donald Trump, can remain free while facing corruption charges.

Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to President Donald Trump, is likely to become the next US attorney general as key Republican senators drop their opposition.

Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey have jointly condemned Israel for renewed strikes in Gaza that killed over 20 people, calling it a flagrant violation of international law.

North Korea has dismissed as politically motivated a joint statement by the US and allies warning that North Korean IT workers were funding its nuclear and missile programs through online work.