Canada Prepares to Intensify Trade Negotiations in Response to New US Tariffs

President Donald Trump has signed an order allowing lower aluminum tariffs for firms investing in US smelters.

ADNOC, the UAE's state oil giant, has made a final investment decision to develop the Umm Shaif Gas Cap with international partners.

Indonesia's parliament unanimously passed a bill to set up an international financial centre, expected to attract foreign investment and boost economic growth.

The International Monetary Fund has approved Ukraine's immediate access to $690 million following a review of its loan program.

Asian stocks have mostly rebounded following days of losses, driven by a recovery in technology shares, while oil prices have eased slightly despite geopolitical tensions.

US President Donald Trump has signed orders to impose new 50-percent tariffs on many Canadian goods, citing 'discriminatory treatment' by Ottawa.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman today distributed prizes to the 10 winners of the 'Bangla QR Reels Making Competition' at the central bank's headquarters in Dhaka.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) closed nearly unchanged as investors remained cautious due to speculation over potential changes to margin rules and geopolitical tensions.

Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) has signed credit guarantee agreements with 12 financial entities to provide Taka 2,800 crore in guaranteed loans for microenterprises.

Regent Hospital Chairman Md Shahed, alias Shahed Karim, has been sent to jail in a cheque dishonour case involving Dhaka Mercantile Co-operative Bank Ltd.

A three-day Thai trade exhibition titled 'Top Thai Brands 2026' will commence in Dhaka on Thursday, aiming to enhance trade relations between Bangladesh and Thailand.

Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) has praised the National Board of Revenue's (NBR) initiative to intensify tax monitoring, which is expected to improve revenue collection and expand the tax net.

Dr Zubaida Rahman highlights the courage and humanity of Milestone School tragedy victims during a memorial discussion.

A seven-day Tree Plantation Campaign and Tree Fair began in Bogura with a call to inspire public participation in achieving the government's target of planting 25 crore trees over the next five years.

A court in Dhaka has sentenced a man to death for murdering his wife in 2017.

After the fifth round of the 29th International Rating Chess Tournament in Dhaka, four players are tied for the lead with 4.5 points each.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has initiated a special drive to combat noise pollution by targeting illegal hydraulic horns, unauthorized hooters, and other excessive noise-producing devices.

Authorities in Bangladesh have dismantled an organized human trafficking syndicate accused of fraudulently sending migrants to Italy using genuine passport holders' visas and travel documents.

A major flood in eastern Afghanistan has killed at least 23 people and left around 100 unaccounted for.

Rapid Action Battalion arrests a couple with a large stash of illegal drugs.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicts light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds across the country over the next 24 hours.

The Information and Broadcasting Ministry is launching a reality show to bring hidden talents from across Bangladesh to the national spotlight.

The government has pledged to enact and enforce stricter laws against cyber violence and sexual harassment.

South Korea aims to reduce reliance on foreign AI platforms with a free, domestic chatbot service.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) is set to introduce semi-automatic traffic signals at 120 major intersections within the next six months.

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) is set to consider a Tk 2,082.12 crore government-funded project aimed at maintaining rural roads and creating employment opportunities for thousands of poor rural women.

India has approved its first dengue vaccine, authorising the use of Japanese drugmaker Takeda's Qdenga jab.

A 70-year-old woman, Lie Siu Luan, was sentenced to seven years in prison for leading a baby trafficking ring in Indonesia.

At least nine people have died and 15 others are trapped following a tunnel collapse at a hydroelectric project in India's Sikkim state.

Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the removal of VAT on domestic electricity bills, effective October.