Robi Axiata Attributes Governance and Digital Expansion for Post-IPO Growth

British energy giant BP announced a significant increase in second-quarter profits, attributing the rise to heightened oil and gas prices due to the Middle East conflict.

German agrichemical giant Bayer reported a return to profit in the second quarter, driven by robust agricultural performance and reduced litigation expenses.

Bangladesh's ready-made garment industry has started the fiscal year 2026-27 with robust exports of $3.89 billion, despite global challenges and domestic energy issues.

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.

Bangladesh witnessed a historic moment as Sheikh Hasina's nearly 16-year autocratic rule ended amid massive public resistance and significant sacrifice.

Lebanon and Israel have commenced a new round of US-sponsored direct talks in Rome, focusing on Israel's phased withdrawal from southern Lebanon.

Families of road accident victims in Jhenidah received financial aid totaling Taka 1.19 crore, highlighting the government's commitment to supporting those affected.

Nurul Islam Akand, father of BSS Senior Reporter Sayed Mohammad Pitu, passed away due to age-related health complications.

A highway police constable was killed in Kishoreganj when a truck overturned onto the police pickup he was in.

A landslide at an Orthodox monastery in Ethiopia's Amhara region claimed the lives of 14 worshippers.

Bangladeshi workers will soon have new employment opportunities in Malaysia as the labour market is set to reopen in the last week of August.

State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Yasser Khan Choudhury has called for journalists' regional coordination to address Greater Mymensingh's long-standing issues.

A sweets manufacturer in Rajshahi has been fined Tk 15,000 for producing and selling products without proper certification and labelling.

Bangladesh and South Korea have signed a landmark Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) that will grant preferential tariff treatment to 97 percent of Bangladeshi goods entering the Korean market.

State Minister for Youth and Sports, Md Aminul Haque, announced a government plan to eliminate educated unemployment through skill development.

Greek firefighters are working to contain a massive wildfire on the outskirts of Athens, with over 500 firefighters deployed and more than 30 aircraft aiding the effort.

Guatemalan authorities have issued the country's second-highest emergency alert following a major eruption of the Fuego volcano.

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.