Prime Minister Launches National Startup and Entrepreneurship Platform

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury said Bangladesh’s economy has turned around from a difficult situation, attributing the achievement to the country’s private sector-led growth model.

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.

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.

Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury stressed the government's commitment to elevate culture to the highest dignity and unite diverse elements to showcase the nation's identity globally.

State Minister Dr Shaikh Faridul Islam emphasizes the importance of sports in keeping young people healthy and away from drugs and crime.

China's space agency has postponed its Chang'e-7 lunar probe mission due to unspecified 'launch conditions', just weeks after a rocket failure.

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has been voted the 2026 player of the year in Germany by an association of sports journalists.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md Safiqul Islam Khan announced the installation of decorative smart light poles on major city roads to enhance mobility and beautify the city.

Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has arrested eight people, including the three prime accused, in the Mohammad Sakib murder case in Chattogram.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain revealed several initiatives aimed at significantly enhancing healthcare services at the district and upazila levels.

Khulna University's Vice-Chancellor highlights the necessity of digital transformation in education to enhance educators' knowledge and skills.

A student leader from Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) has funded the master’s examination registration fee for a financially distressed Dhaka University student using his earnings from a ride-sharing motorcycle service.

The Pure Food Court in Chattogram has fined four food establishments a total of Tk 40 lakh for severe food safety violations.

Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) has launched a fully automated system for research paper submission and review.

The High Court is set to deliver its judgment on the death reference and jail appeals in the Nusrat Jahan Rafi murder case tomorrow.

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.