ICSB President Hossain Sadat Appointed as BSEC Commissioner

Japanese and Korean shares experienced significant drops following reports of a Chinese breakthrough in semiconductor technology.

Bangladesh has the potential to earn over $200 million annually from recycling electronic waste, according to experts.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange saw a rebound today, driven by renewed buying interest.

AstraZeneca's net profit increased by over two percent to $2.5 billion in Q2 2026, driven by strong sales in cancer and rare disease medicines.

A court in Dhaka has set September 23 as the deadline for submitting the investigation report in a case against Shakib Al Hasan and 14 others for alleged share market manipulation, fraud, and money laundering.

Singapore has tightened its monetary policy for the second time in three months as the US war against Iran continues to impact global energy markets and inflation.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva is set to visit Argentina to meet with President Javier Milei and assess the nation's economic progress.

Oil prices experienced a significant drop following a pause in US-Iran hostilities, raising hopes for negotiations on reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices experienced a significant decline following two nights without US strikes on Iran, raising hopes for new diplomatic talks.

China's leading memory chipmaker, ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), saw its shares jump 470 percent on its Shanghai market debut, fueled by the global demand for AI technology.

Indonesia's central bank governor, Perry Warjiyo, has resigned early amid a weakening currency and economic challenges.

MEP Hi-Tech plans to invest Tk 200 crore in setting up an electrical and electronics manufacturing plant in the Mirsarai Economic Zone.

Bangladesh emphasizes the importance of Japan's tender submission for the ORAT process of HSIA's Third Terminal.

Bangladesh government stressed the importance of the Japanese Stakeholder Working Group (SWG) submitting its tender next month to begin the Operational Readiness and Airport Transfer (ORAT) process for the Third Terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA).

Bangladesh Rice Research Institute introduces BRRI dhan118, a short-duration, cold-tolerant Boro rice variety aimed at reducing crop losses in the flood-prone haor region.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam has called on honorary consuls to become strong ambassadors for Bangladesh's investment potential.

Bangladesh Rice Research Institute introduces BRRI dhan118, a new short-duration, cold-tolerant Boro rice variety aimed at reducing crop losses in flood-prone haor regions.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman sent gifts for Saifa Nur Subha, the newborn daughter of Mohammad Sujan, an injured fighter from the July 2024 mass uprising.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has assured full government support for the testing, quality validation, and commercial production of locally developed ventilators and high-flow oxygen machines.

Bangladesh and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have reaffirmed their commitment to combat human trafficking through enhanced cooperation.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon has warned of strict action against any irregularities in the distribution of family cards, emphasizing zero tolerance for middlemen.

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir announces the introduction of an AI-based system to predict shortages and ensure the stable supply of essential commodities.

The government has intensified its nationwide anti-crime drive to bolster law and order, focusing on tougher enforcement, technology-driven policing, and inter-agency coordination.

Turkish textile giant Sanko Group plans to invest $300 million in a modern textile manufacturing facility in Mirsarai, Bangladesh.

LGRD and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized the need for a social movement against drug abuse during an anti-drug meeting in Thakurgaon.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested an alleged smuggler and seized 50 bottles of Indian Eskuf syrup and a motorcycle during an anti-smuggling operation in Jashore District.

Bangladesh Police have detained 141,989 individuals in special operations and routine law enforcement drives from May 1 to July 27, 2026.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) apprehended a significant drug trafficking attempt, seizing 106,000 Yaba tablets worth Tk 3.28 crore.

Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad received his first ceremonial salute and held official engagements at Bangabhaban.

Former deputy governor of Bangladesh Bank, Sitangshu Kumar Chowdhury alias SK Sur Chowdhury, has been sentenced to three years' imprisonment for not filing a wealth statement.