Bangladesh Initiates Diplomatic Efforts to Boost Global Jute Exports

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.

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.

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.

Kazakhstan is set to elect a new unicameral parliament on Sunday, following constitutional changes that critics argue will further consolidate President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's power.

Jose Mourinho's second tenure at Real Madrid began with a dramatic 2-1 victory against Espanyol, thanks to a last-minute goal by substitute Carlos Espi.

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir reports that Indian and US businesses are keen to invest in Bangladesh and have proposed measures to enhance the investment climate.

A major volleyball tournament in Rajshahi will honor Bir Sreshtho Captain Mohiuddin Jahangir and promote the sport in the region.

France promises new interceptor missiles to Ukraine as Russian strikes push civilian deaths to their highest since the start of the war.

State Minister for Youth and Sports Md. Aminul Haque announced the government's plan to establish sports villages with international-standard facilities in every district.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir urges international community to exert pressure on Myanmar for sustainable Rohingya repatriation.

In a major anti-drug operation across 11 districts in the Chattogram range, 172 individuals were apprehended within 24 hours.

Prime Minister’s Political Adviser Zahir Uddin Swapon stressed the importance of producing quality films and providing government policy support to revive Bangladesh’s declining cinema industry.

Khulna District Unit BNP has adopted an extensive programme to celebrate the party’s 48th founding anniversary on September 1.

BNP Standing Committee Member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy praised Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's tireless efforts in rehabilitating persons with disabilities during a wheelchair distribution ceremony.

Education Minister Dr A N M Ehsanul Haque Milon emphasizes the need for curriculum reform and quality research to transform higher education in Bangladesh.

Chittagong-10 lawmaker and Chittagong University Senate member Sayeed Al Noman emphasized the need to move beyond old political conflicts following the 2024 July Uprising.

A preventive oral cholera vaccination campaign targeting 51.75 lakh people has begun in 14 high-risk upazilas and thanas across Bangladesh.

Rangpur city erupted in celebration as Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir was elected as Bangladesh's 23rd President and Ruhul Kabir Rizvi appointed as BNP's acting Secretary General.

An 11-year-old female madrasa student was killed in a road accident in Chakaria upazila of Cox’s Bazar district.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced plans to create a Higher Education Academy aimed at training university teachers and developing academic leadership in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh has invited entrepreneurs from China's Yunnan Province to invest, highlighting its strategic location and economic potential.