Current Exchange Rates: Dollar Stable, Other Currencies Show Varied Movements

The five-day Rajshahi Entrepreneur Fair concluded with promises of economic growth and job creation.

The FY27 budget in Bangladesh aligns closely with BIDA's proposals, signaling continued investment-friendly policies.

The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) has expressed optimism about the benefits of the new Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with South Korea.

Swiss Re, the leading reinsurance company, has announced a significant increase in its net profit for the first half of 2026, but remains cautious about the upcoming hurricane season.

Commerzbank's net profit nearly doubled in Q2, reaching a record 1.8 billion euros in the first half of the year, as UniCredit's hostile takeover bid intensifies.

Most Asian markets experienced a downturn as tech firms faced renewed pressure following a brief rally.

Air India has appointed former Ethiopian Airlines Group head Tewolde Gebremariam as its new CEO, aiming to guide the airline through a crucial period of recovery and expansion.

Cathay Pacific reported a 71% increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, attributed to a surge in passenger demand as travelers avoided the Middle East amid the Iran war.

Bangladesh Investment Development Authority's Executive Chairman explores Rajshahi Silk Factory's potential for investment.

The US Federal Reserve has greenlit Santander's acquisition of Webster Bank, positioning the Spanish financial giant as a top-10 US bank.

Oil prices fell sharply while stocks hit records on hopes of the Strait of Hormuz reopening.

SpaceX's revenue jumped 92 percent in the second quarter, driven by AI computing deals and Starlink growth.

Chittagong University's 36th senate meeting, after nearly three years, will consider and approve financial budgets.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces calls to resign amid ongoing controversy over a shelved private investment plan.

The Democratic Republic of Congo has announced it will investigate the presence of uranium in its cobalt exports to China, following a joint investigation.

A UNICEF-backed evaluation meeting on health programs was held in Barishal, focusing on immunization, HPV vaccination, and other health initiatives.

The Bangladesh University Grants Commission introduces sweeping reforms to its research proposal evaluation process to enhance transparency and impartiality.

Pope Leo XIV will privately meet victims of clerical sexual abuse during his September visit to France, a significant step in addressing the ongoing scandal.

A mayor, wind farm owner, and contractor have been charged with arson over a wildfire near Athens, fanning concerns over neglected safety measures.

Elias Ahmed Chowdhury Smrity Sangshad claimed a decisive 2-1 victory over Victoria Sporting Club in the Second Division (U-18) Football League.

Police in Jatrabari arrested 12 individuals involved in various criminal activities during a recent operation.

Bangladesh's Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister calls for Sheikh Hasina's return and accountability for genocide.

Police disrupted a planned torch procession in Banani, arresting seven and seizing numerous torches and masks.

A 14-year-old boy in Thailand killed seven people, including his grandparents and five school staff, before taking his own life.

The increasing number of female members in Bangladesh Police is creating a safer environment for survivors of sexual harassment, domestic violence, and repression.

Rangpur Sahitya-Sanskriti Parishad organized a discussion, poetry recital, and cultural program to honor the 85th death anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore.

Authorities in Syria have adjusted the toll for a bus explosion in Jaramana to 14 injured individuals, with no deaths.

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, called for a non-violent political culture in Bagerhat.

Two youths were detained by locals and handed over to police after allegedly posing as members of the Detective Branch to extort money.

French health authorities have recommended home isolation for close contacts of a Franco-Argentine tourist diagnosed with hantavirus, emphasizing a low risk of transmission.