BSEC Completes Training for 208 Merchant Banking Professionals on Regulatory Compliance

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir believes that increased Chinese investment can help reduce Bangladesh's trade deficit with China.

The 16th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB) took place today in Dhaka, with significant achievements and future plans discussed.

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir announced a series of rapid reforms aimed at making Bangladesh an attractive destination for investment.

Mohammad Wahid Hossain, chairman of the Bangladesh Energy and Power Research Council (BEPRC), highlighted the importance of uninterrupted electricity supply for the success of the electric vehicle (EV) sector in Bangladesh.

US stock markets managed to close only slightly lower on Friday, despite early pressure from tech sector price hikes and global market downturns, while oil prices fell as shipping resumed through the Strait of Hormuz.

The European Commission has initiated an antitrust investigation into Sanofi's marketing practices for its flu vaccine Efluelda.

Sony has announced the discontinuation of sales for its robotic puppy 'aibo' in Japan.

A delegation from the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) met with Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury to discuss the national budget, investment promotion, and the business environment.

Renewed buying interest and strong demand for insurance stocks drive the market higher.

Bangladesh received US$35.07 billion in remittances during the first 359 days of fiscal year 2025-26, marking a 17.7 percent increase.

The Export Promotion Bureau (EPB) has signed agreements with BGMEA, BKMEA, and BUFT to strengthen skills in Bangladesh's RMG sector.

Banking experts, policymakers, and academics in Bangladesh have emphasized the need for stronger Shariah-compliant liquidity management instruments to support the sustainable growth of Islamic banking.

Bangladesh suffered a dramatic batting collapse, being bowled out for just 140 in their first innings against Zimbabwe on the opening day of the one-off Test at Harare Sports Club.

A helicopter crash in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of 14 Saudi citizens.

A civilian aircraft crash in Tomblaine, eastern France, has resulted in the deaths of 11 people.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed the nationalization of Tindu Junior Secondary School in Bandarban following the dedication of its head teacher.

Rescue efforts in Venezuela intensify as the death toll from powerful earthquakes reaches 1,430, with time running out to find survivors.

Co-hosts Canada and South Africa will both make World Cup history when they meet in the opening game of the knockout round on Sunday.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called upon students to prepare themselves to help build a developed and prosperous Bangladesh.

Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with record temperatures and rising fatalities.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that any attempt to bypass the Strait of Hormuz routes agreed with the United States would 'increase tensions' in the Middle East.

At least 191 million people in Europe are forecast to experience temperatures of at least 35C on Sunday, with the heat particularly intense in Germany, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Poland.

Voters in New Caledonia cast ballots in the first provincial elections since 2019, with independence remaining the defining political issue.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon hopes that recent MoUs signed with China will bring significant improvements to Bangladesh's new media.

Twelve Chinese companies have proposed investments worth US$9.21 billion in Bangladesh across various sectors following meetings with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman during his recent visit to China.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has arrested an alleged drug trader and seized 100,000 yaba tablets during a special anti-narcotics drive in Cox's Bazar.

Zimbabwe won the toss and decided to bowl first against Bangladesh in the one-off Test at Harare Sports Club.

Three Pakistani Rangers were killed and four wounded in a terror attack by Jamaat-ul-Ahrar in Karachi.

A Ukrainian drone strike has resulted in one death and a fire at a major oil refinery in southern Russia.

An 11-year-old boy was rescued alive from the rubble three days after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela.