Chattogram Customs Surpasses Tk 600cr in Auction Earnings by June 2026

Chattogram Customs House is set to auction 442 containers of unclaimed goods via a fully digital e-auction process this month.

Chattogram Custom House has destroyed 88 containers of expired, low-quality, and unusable goods as part of a drive to clear un-auctionable items stored at the port.

The 'Kanchan Guava' from Chattogram has generated seasonal sales of over Tk 6 crore for farmers and is now finding markets overseas.

City officials evict over 100 illegal shops to restore public spaces and improve traffic flow.

Chattogram Port Authority has imposed a fine of Taka one crore on the master and shipping agent of the MV CNC Uranus for concealing a steering gear defect.

Chattogram markets are bustling with a wide variety of local seasonal fruits, reflecting increased cultivation and consumer demand.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury announced a series of measures aimed at reviving the economy and ensuring a transparent, business-friendly environment.

Satkhira's boat manufacturing industry has gained popularity across the southern region for its quality and variety.

In July 2026, the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) conducted extensive operations resulting in the seizure of smuggled goods valued at over Tk 202.63 crore.

Upay, a concern of United Commercial Bank, has teamed up with Kommute to provide office-commute services through the Upay App.

Industrial Police have detained a driver accused of stealing Tk one crore from the vehicle of the chairman of Lavender Group and recovered Tk 97 lakh of the stolen cash within 48 hours of the incident.

Import-export activities between Bangladesh and India through Hili Land Port in Dinajpur have resumed after a six-day suspension due to an indefinite strike by Indian traders.

Community Bank Bangladesh PLC launched the Clean Dhaka Project with tree plantation and cleanliness drives at two educational institutions.

A meeting on the Universal Pension Scheme was held with Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association and apparel sector stakeholders.

Wall Street stocks fell following a robust US jobs report that heightened expectations of an imminent Federal Reserve interest rate hike.

The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Turkey's Golden Global Bank and its subsidiaries for facilitating transactions for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Bangladesh's efforts to enhance its investment climate have been praised as a model for other developing nations at the UNCTAD's Investment, Enterprise and Development Commission.

The price of soybean oil in Bangladesh will be adjusted according to international market trends and domestic production and processing costs, according to Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir.

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) Bangladesh Office organized a workshop to promote peer learning, knowledge exchange, and community-led sustainable development.

Bangladesh Bank has broadened the scope of financing against foreign currency deposits held with Offshore Banking Units, enabling these balances to serve as collateral for a wider array of local currency loans.

Bangladeshi textile and apparel companies showcased their products at Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris 2026, reinforcing the country's position as a key player in the global textile and fashion supply chain.

The Israeli army has ordered residents of Deir Zahrani in southern Lebanon to evacuate a specific zone ahead of planned strikes against Iran-backed Hezbollah.

German director Wim Wenders has clarified his views on the relationship between filmmakers and politics following controversy at the Berlin film festival earlier this year.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accuses Germany of wanting war again, dismissing accusations of a drone attack on Leipzig airport.

A quarter century after the 9/11 attacks, the United States is making concerted efforts to keep the memory of the tragedy alive for future generations.

France's Europe minister warns of a'serious moment' as Germany's far-right AfD party wins Saxony-Anhalt state election, urging politicians to listen to voters' concerns.

Authorities in Bagerhat have taken steps to resume and complete the construction of the Laxmikhali Bridge, bringing hope to thousands of residents.

The High Court has stayed the expulsion of Afsana Enayet Emi, a law student at Chittagong University, who was expelled for assaulting an assistant proctor.

North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un vowed to develop a nuclear-armed navy as joint maritime drills by US allies commenced.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced the government's efforts to increase transparency and accountability in public administration and reduce corruption during a Jatiya Sangsad session.

State Minister for Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Md Nurul Haque assured the Jatiya Sangsad that the government is working intensively to resolve the problems faced by Bangladeshi expatriate workers.

Ten new parliamentary standing committees were formed in the Jatiya Sangsad, bringing the total number of committees to 36.

A bus supervisor and assistant have confessed to the murder of a passenger on the Dhaka Elevated Expressway, while the driver has been remanded.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was warmly welcomed in Thakurgaon during his two-day visit to his hometown.

Bangladesh has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation with the Maldives to tackle growing climate risks, enhance resilience, and advance sustainable development.

Fierce fighting between Yemeni government forces and Iran-backed Houthi rebels has claimed over 140 lives as clashes rage over control of a vital Red Sea gateway.

The Bangladesh Coast Guard (BCG) seized 8,000 kilograms of urea fertilizer from the Meghna River in Bhola during an anti-smuggling operation.

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury announced in the Jatiya Sangsad that the government is considering forming a specialized agency to recover assets siphoned off abroad.

FIFA has confirmed that Gianni Infantino will stand in next year's presidential election, despite controversy over his abandoned plan to bring private investment into the World Cup.