Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission Announces Increase in Jet Fuel Prices

The Bangladeshi government has approved the import of 35,000 metric tons of Muriate of Potash fertilizer from Russia to ensure stable agricultural inputs.

The government is considering introducing incentive facilities for the semiconductor sector similar to those for the ready-made garments (RMG) industry.

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj highlights the importance of technological innovation and STEAM education for Bangladesh's economic sovereignty.

Indonesia's economic growth slowed in the second quarter but remained above expectations due to robust household and government spending.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have reached an all-time high of $36.59 billion, bolstering the nation's economic stability.

Finance and Planning Adviser Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir highlights government initiatives to transform Bangladesh into a $1 trillion economy by 2034 through agricultural development.

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

Bangladesh is set to receive $775 million in support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for projects in power, energy, housing, and education sectors.

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.

The proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Bangladesh and South Korea is set to elevate bilateral relations to a higher level of economic cooperation.

SAARC nations convene to address significant post-harvest fruit losses, emphasizing the need for regional cooperation, innovation, and policy support.

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam announced plans to elevate the tourism sector's GDP contribution to 6-7% by developing Cox's Bazar into a regional hub.

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) representatives collected nomination papers for the upcoming presidential election at the Election Building in Agargaon.

Italian divers have uncovered a significant Roman shipwreck off the coast of Sicily, laden with hundreds of well-preserved amphorae.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon emphasized the critical role of media in accurately reflecting societal functions and exposing political and social flaws.

A three-vehicle collision on the Dhaka-Sylhet highway in Madhabpur upazila has resulted in two fatalities and five injuries.

A wildfire in British Columbia has led to the evacuation of over 20,000 people, with authorities confirming significant property damage.

The Election Commission reports a significant rise in the voter count ahead of the upcoming local government elections.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman handed over keys of newly built houses to families affected by recent floods in Banshkhali, Chattogram.

The traditional Madur or Mat-weaving industry, a vital eco-friendly craft in Khulna's Satkhira district, is rapidly declining due to escalating raw material costs and the prevalence of cheaper plastic alternatives.

A Dhaka court has set a new deadline of September 14 for the submission of the probe report on the 2016 Bangladesh Bank heist case.

Recent strikes in Ukraine and Russia's Belgorod region have resulted in civilian casualties, highlighting the escalating conflict.

A tragic road accident on the Dhaka-Bogura Highway in Bogura has resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a father and son.

Efforts by the Bangladesh Army and law enforcement agencies are maintaining cultural harmony in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.

A critically ill first-year student of the Institute of Business Administration at Rajshahi University has been airlifted to Dhaka for advanced treatment after suffering a stroke.

The Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime unit of Dhaka Metropolitan Police has apprehended the main suspect in the Banani murder case.

Inter Miami faced a tough 2-1 loss to Monterrey in the Leagues Cup as captain Lionel Messi was absent following the passing of his father.

A targeted operation in Jatrabari by police led to the arrest of 21 individuals suspected of various criminal activities.

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim a successful drone attack on a Saudi refinery in response to Saudi incursions into Yemen.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon launched a 15-day tree fair in Barishal, emphasizing the need for coordinated global action against climate change.