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DSE, CSE close lower

Dhaka, May 24 -- Stocks ended lower on Saturday as many investors remained on the sidelines. The DSE's prime index decreased by 38.69 points, closing at 4,746.43. The bearish trend in Bangladesh's c... Read More


Govt to provide 30,000 tonnes of salt for Eid rawhide preservation

Dhaka, May 21 -- The government is expected to supply 30,000 tonnes of salt to help preserve the rawhide and skin of sacrificial animals across the country during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha. Commerce A... Read More


Over 103,900 hectares forestland restored under SUFAL project

Dhaka, May 21 -- As many as 103,960 hectares of forestland have been restored, with notable improvements in the diversity of indigenous plant species across hill tracts, Sal forests, and coastal zones... Read More


Govt actively considering dearness allowance for public sector employees: Finance adviser

Dhaka, May 20 -- The government is actively considering providing dearness allowance (DA) to government employees, Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed said Tuesday. Speaking to reporters after a meet... Read More


Stocks open positive amid hopes of market recovery

Dhaka, May 20 -- Stocks opened on a positive note on Tuesday, rebounding from the previous day's five-year low, as bargain hunters went on buying lucrative shares. Following Monday's downturn, invest... Read More


ILO, BEPZA ink deal on two-year action plan

Dhaka, May 19 -- The International Labour Organisation (ILO) and Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) on Monday signed an agreement on a two-year action plan aimed at harmonising legis... Read More


Bangladesh plans additional spot LNG import in early July amid energy crisis

Dhaka, May 19 -- The government is considering importing one more spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo in early July to meet the country's natural gas demand during the upcoming monsoon. State-run ... Read More


Mercantile Bank, Mastercard launch cards with attractive benefits

Dhaka, May 17 -- Mercantile Bank PLC and Mastercard have announced their collaboration to launch a comprehensive portfolio of new cards, offering unmatched convenience, benefits, and financial flexibi... Read More


Experts suggest strengthening pro-Palestine stance for national security

Dhaka, May 17 -- Bangladesh's support for an independent Palestine is a non-negotiable core value of its foreign policy, participants said at a discussion suggesting a proactive diplomatic stance in s... Read More


Stakeholders urge Bangladesh to prepare for challenges ahead of LDC graduation

Dhaka, May 15 -- As Bangladesh prepares to graduate from Least Developed Country (LDC) status in 2026, stakeholders at a seminar underscored the urgent need for strategic preparation to overcome post-... Read More