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EU air safety list grows to 154 airlines

Bangladesh, June 11 -- Air Express Algeria joins 126 airlines across 16 countries banned due to inadequate safety oversight by their respective national aviation authorities. All carriers certified i... Read More


EBL approves 28% dividend at 34th AGM

Bangladesh, June 11 -- Eastern Bank PLC. (EBL) has approved a 28% dividend for the year ended December 31, 2025, at its 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held today. The approved dividend comprises 25... Read More


Four domestic airports to be upgraded as international gateways

Bangladesh, June 11 -- The government has unveiled a plan to upgrade Rajshahi, Cox's Bazar, Jashore, and Saidpur airports into international gateways as part of efforts to strengthen air connectivity,... Read More


FIFA World Cup 2026 spurs uneven flight demand across host cities

Bangladesh, June 10 -- The tournament, scheduled across 16 cities in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, will be the first World Cup hosted by three nations. It will also feature an expanded 48-tea... Read More


Bangladesh economy surpasses USD 500b GDP milestone

Bangladesh, June 10 -- Bangladesh's economy has crossed the USD 500 billion mark for the first time in fiscal year 2025-26, supported by steady growth in agriculture and services, according to provisi... Read More


AKIJ Resource enters healthcare sector with AKIJ Mediplex

Bangladesh, June 10 -- AKIJ Resource has officially entered Bangladesh's healthcare sector with the launch of its first diagnostic center, AKIJ Mediplex, in the capital's Mirpur-10 areas. The facilit... Read More


Gold prices fall again

Bangladesh, June 10 -- Gold prices in Bangladesh have been reduced for the second time this month, as the Bangladesh Jewelers Association (BAJUS) adjusted rates following a decline in local bullion pr... Read More


India plans 11 new land ports

Bangladesh, June 10 -- India has announced plans to establish 11 new land ports along its international borders over the next two to three years, expanding its cross-border trade infrastructure and di... Read More


PM set for daylong Cox's Bazar visit on June 13

Bangladesh, June 10 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to undertake a daylong official visit to Cox's Bazar on June 13, with a packed program covering infrastructure, environmental and comm... Read More


Air Canada pilot accused of flying without proper license for 17 years

Bangladesh, June 10 -- 59-year-old Geoffrey Wall from Ontario, who had been with Air Canada for 27 years since 1998, is accused of forging his credentials since 2009, when he was promoted to captain. ... Read More