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Motorcyclist killed in Barishal road crash

Dhaka, March 21 -- A motorcyclist was killed after a covered van hit his two-wheeler in Barishal on Thursday. Another man riding a pillion was injured in the incident that occurred outside the RAB-8 ... Read More


Yunus underscores world of three zeroes at XI Global Baku Forum

Dhaka, March 21 -- Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus recently shared his insights on fostering entrepreneurship, reversing wealth concentration, and empowering communities through social busines... Read More


Construction work on roads to be stopped 7 days before Eid

Dhaka, March 21 -- Construction work on all roads in the country will be stopped seven days before Eid-ul-Fitr to ensure smooth travel for holidaymakers. It will resume three days after the Eid. The ... Read More


bKash payment makes Eid shopping seamless

Dhaka, March 21 -- bKash payment gives a unique experience of cashless shopping during the Eid festival season, as customers can get discounts and cashback through bKash payments on purchases at most ... Read More


Environment Minister emphasises nature-based water management to address prevailing crisis

Dhaka, March 21 -- Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury stressed the significance of nature-based water management in addressing the prevailing crisis. He highligh... Read More


Speaker off to Geneva to attend IPU assembly

Dhaka, March 21 -- Jatiya Sangsad (JS) Speaker Dr Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury has left Dhaka for Geneva city of Switzerland to join the 148th assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) scheduled to ... Read More


DSEX recovery shows signs of strength of blue chips

Dhaka, March 21 -- The Dhaka bourse on Thursday bounced back strongly, extending the gaining streak for the second consecutive session, as a majority of the listed securities experienced appreciation.... Read More


Govt initiates step to enlist reputed int'l suppliers

Dhaka, March 21 -- The government has made a move to prepare a list of renowned international suppliers for ensuring smooth supply of key essential products in the market to face any crisis or price s... Read More


Traders permitted to import rice to tame runaway prices

Dhaka, March 21 -- Private-sector traders are now permitted to import 83,000 tonnes of rice in government move to reign in runway prices, as the staple is getting pricier in lean period. A Food Minis... Read More


External debt surges past $100b amid rising public borrowing

Dhaka, March 21 -- Bangladesh's total external debt surpassed the $100 billion mark in December 2023 -- a rise of over 4.0 per cent, as this increase is primarily driven by a growing appetite for fore... Read More