
Bangladesh Bank Terminates Chief Economist Dr. Mohammad Akhtar Hossain's Contract Early
Bangladesh Bank has terminated the contract of Chief Economist Dr. Mohammad Akhtar Hossain earlier than expected.
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Bangladesh Bank has terminated the contract of Chief Economist Dr. Mohammad Akhtar Hossain earlier than expected.

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

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

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

Bangladesh Bank has authorized the use of designated international cards for tuition payments and other education expenses for Bangladeshi students studying abroad.

The Bangladesh Bank has initiated a resolution process for four non-viable financial institutions, aiming to restore order and confidence.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have reached a new peak of $36.86 billion, according to recent data from Bangladesh Bank.

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

Bangladesh Bank has completed the removal of administrators from Social Islami Bank PLC, signaling further consolidation of five Shariah-compliant banks.

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

Bangladesh Bank has relaxed import declaration rules for intercompany transactions, aiming to enhance transparency while ensuring compliance.

Bangladesh Bank has abolished the Telegraphic Transfer (TT) discounting facility against liens on current accounts as part of efforts to modernise the country's financial system.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have reached a new high of $36.47 billion, according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange saw a marginal increase in its benchmark index, with turnover surging by 20.5% following the central bank's rate cut.

Bangladesh Bank has reduced its key policy rate to 9.50% to support economic growth and increase private sector credit.

BRAC Bank has introduced Bangla QR at BRAC University, aligning with Bangladesh Bank's vision for a cashless economy.

Bangladesh Bank introduces mandatory monthly reporting for private sector foreign debt to enhance macroeconomic stability.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a Tk 2,000 crore pre-finance scheme to support the development and expansion of the country's leather and leather goods industry.

Bangladesh Bank has issued a consolidated circular to simplify foreign exchange regulations for export trade, aiming to enhance digital trade and boost export earnings.

Bangladesh Bank has extended the deadline for Mobile Financial Service (MFS) providers and scheduled banks to comply with specific regulatory requirements for the 'Add Money' facility from bank cards to personal MFS accounts until December 31, 2026.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a new rule requiring the withdrawal of all pending legal cases against the government or banks for customers to be eligible for incentive packages.

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has introduced a bank-intermediated framework for processing cross-border digital payments, aiming to modernize the country's payment infrastructure and promote digital financial inclusion.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have increased to $36.46 billion according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

Bangladesh Bank, Criminal Investigation Department, and bKash launch a collaborative campaign to raise awareness against online gambling, focusing on legal consequences and social impacts.

Former deputy governor of Bangladesh Bank, Sitangshu Kumar Chowdhury alias SK Sur Chowdhury, has been sentenced to three years' imprisonment for not filing a wealth statement.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a comprehensive set of guidelines to regulate the establishment and management of bank business centres.

Bangladesh Bank has directed all scheduled banks to complete disciplinary proceedings against their officials and employees within a maximum of two months to prevent unresolved cases from obstructing staff mobility between banks.

The inaugural meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Finance took place at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, Dhaka.
