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Bangladesh begins a new journey

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- For the people of Bangladesh the destination is the same now, as it was in 1947 and in 1971 e.g. freedom, democracy, inclusionary development and social harmony. The experience under... Read More


Prices of some Ramadan consumables surge

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- Prices of many essential commodities, including beef, chickens, lemon, cucumber, dates, green chilli, brinjal, and chickpeas, have risen ahead of the fasting month of Ramadan, which ... Read More


TCB seeks procurement provider VAT exemption for suppliers

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) has requested an exemption from procurement provider (withholding) VAT on locally procured goods supplied under its government-subsidised ... Read More


RMG buyers eye GSP Plus as next growth driver

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- Global readymade garment (RMG) buyers have largely welcomed Bangladesh's 13th parliamentary election, viewing the smooth transition of power as a positive signal for business continu... Read More


BNP MPs begin arriving at parliament for swearing-in

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- Newly elected BNP lawmakers have begun arriving at the parliament complex ahead of their swearing-in ceremony. Vehicles carrying the MPs started entering the complex from 9:00 am on... Read More


Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport inaugurated

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- Crowne Plaza Dhaka Airport has officially opened its doors at Centrepoint, marking a significant milestone in Bangladesh's hospitality landscape. The inauguration ceremony was held ... Read More


NCC Bank signs agreement with Unisoft Systems Limited on digital loan management system

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- NCC Bank has formally launched its Digital Loan Management System (DLMS) across all branches, marking a significant milestone in the Bank's ongoing digital transformation journey. A... Read More


Petrobangla struggles to recover Tk 2.1b stuck in seven troubled banks

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- State-owned energy corporation Bangladesh Oil, Gas and Mineral Corporation (Petrobangla) is facing mounting challenges in recovering Tk 2.10 billion placed as fixed deposits in seven... Read More


Bangladesh Bank buys $5.0b in 7 months to stabilise forex rate

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- Bangladesh Bank has purchased more than US$5.0 billion from commercial banks over the past seven months in a sustained effort to keep the dollar-taka exchange rate stable and support... Read More


Islami Bank remittance clients to get 20 Motorcycles

Dhaka, Feb. 17 -- Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC will provide a motorcycle through digital raffle draw on every banking day (Sun-Thursday) for sending cash remittance through Ria Money Transfer. Remittan... Read More