Bangladesh Sees Daily Bangla QR Transactions Surge to Tk 110 Crore

bKash has launched a nationwide campaign to engage merchants and accelerate the adoption of Bangladesh Bank's universal 'Bangla QR' payment system.

Bangladesh Bank has set the Interchange Reimbursement Fee (IRF) at zero percent for Bangla QR transactions, aiming to lower costs for merchants and accelerate the country's digital payment shift.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman supports the Bangla QR campaign in Chattogram, emphasizing digital payments' role in economic growth.

Bangladesh's remittance inflow surged by 69.2% in the first nine days of August 2026, reaching $1.142 billion.

Banglalink has received a Payment Service Provider license from Bangladesh Bank, enabling the launch of Mukto Pay, a new digital payment service.

A Visa delegation led by Asia Pacific President Stephen Karpin met with Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman to discuss expanding the nation's digital payment ecosystem.

Workers' remittances to Bangladesh have increased by 20.9% year-on-year, reaching $3.27 billion by August 3, 2026.

Bangladesh received $2.031 billion in remittances in the first 19 days of August, a 29.1 percent increase from the same period last year.

Bangladesh's workers' remittances have surged by 45.6% in the first 11 days of August 2026.

President Donald Trump announced the US will allow tariff-free imports of up to 300,000 tons of ground beef over the next 90 days.

Authorities seized 140 sacks of illegally hoarded fertilizer in a raid in Godagari Upazila, Rajshahi.

US Treasury officials have expressed satisfaction over the progress made by Bangladesh Bank in addressing key macroeconomic and financial sector issues.

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has signed agreements with seven banks for Tk 41,000 crore financing packages to support key economic sectors.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon emphasised the global economic and welfare benefits of halal food culture at a seminar in Dhaka.

Bangladesh and Qatar have agreed to establish joint working groups to enhance bilateral cooperation in the energy and financial sectors following high-level discussions in Doha.

Bangladesh and Bhutan have agreed to enhance bilateral trade and private sector cooperation, potentially leading to a Free Trade Agreement.

Bangladesh's gross foreign exchange reserves have climbed to $37.25 billion, according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized the need for a simple, corruption-free, and people-friendly tax system to encourage voluntary tax payments.

Bangladesh and India are working to enhance their economic partnership by addressing trade barriers, easing visa processes, and promoting joint ventures in infrastructure and technology.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended the Revenue Conference 2026 as the chief guest, focusing on enhancing revenue collection and tax administration.

Turkmenistan has expressed interest in supporting Bangladesh's energy security as the two countries agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, energy, and other potential sectors.

Two individuals have been arrested for the brutal murder of four family members in Rangpur.

Faceless humanoids exceeded human records and delighted spectators at the World Robot Games in Beijing.

Dozens of coordinated arson and incendiary attacks across Thailand's insurgency-hit south late Saturday left at least three people wounded and government property burned, the military said.

Bangladesh achieves a significant milestone by rising to sixth place in the ICC Test rankings for the first time after a 1-1 series draw against Australia.

The Democratic Republic of Congo and the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group have agreed on a roadmap for peace talks.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) experienced a significant downturn, driven by investor anxiety over the persistent energy crisis.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly rejected a call by his former defence minister to hold elections, stating it would pose a severe risk to the nation.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has publicly acknowledged the 'many problems' facing his country, amidst a new wave of US sanctions.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected calls for elections amid the ongoing war with Russia, warning that holding a vote now would be a 'tsunami' that could 'split' the country.

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat has announced the soft opening of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport’s (HSIA) Third Terminal on December 16.

Bangladesh has extended shelter to Rohingyas fleeing persecution in Myanmar purely on humanitarian considerations, stated Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman.

The government has appointed Ashik Chowdhury as the Chairman of the Invest Bangladesh Authority, effective immediately.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam urges the international community to share the responsibility of resolving the Rohingya crisis.

Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has congratulated Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on his recent swearing-in as President of Bangladesh.

US President Donald Trump responded to Canada's announcement of retaliatory tariffs with his own set of measures, escalating the trade tensions between the two nations.

An Indonesian teenager dressed as Superman is helping to fight wildfires in Borneo.

Around 10,000 people are expected to join a climate demonstration in Stockholm on Sunday, just weeks before a general election where climate issues rank among voters' top concerns.

A merchant vessel carrying 24 crew members sank off India's eastern coast, with two rescued and 22 still missing.