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Peoples Ins profit jumps 57pc on premium growth

Dhaka, April 25 -- Peoples Insurance PLC has reported a record profit for the year 2025, driven by strong premium growth, improved underwriting performance and lower claim expenses. The non-life insu... Read More


Stocks edge higher as investors bet on undervalued equities

Dhaka, April 25 -- Stocks closed the week marginally higher, supported by bargain hunting in beaten-down equities, even as record-high fuel price hikes and persistent Middle East tensions cast a shado... Read More


CPA marks 139 years of operation today

Dhaka, April 25 -- The Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) is celebrating its 139 years of existence today (Saturady). One of the oldest natural ports of the subcontinent and prime sea port of the country... Read More


BRAC Bank Agent Banking 'silently revolutionising' remittance landscape in rural Bangladesh

Dhaka, April 25 -- Remittances remain one of the most vital drivers of Bangladesh's economy. The hard-earned income of expatriates not only sustains millions of households but also strengthens the cou... Read More


Bangladesh Railway to enter electric era with Tk 42.83b project

Dhaka, April 25 -- The Ministry of Railways has sent a Development Project Proposal (DPP) to bring the Narayanganj-Joydebpur section of Bangladesh Railway (BR) under electric traction, with an estimat... Read More


Prime Bank, OPEC Fund for International Development seal $30m Term Loan Agreement to boost trade finance

Dhaka, April 25 -- Prime Bank PLC., a leading private commercial bank in Bangladesh, recently announced the successful signing of a US$30 million Term Loan Agreement with the OPEC Fund for Internation... Read More


Bank Asia takes lead in Bangladesh Bank's 'Cashless Bangladesh' initiative at Narsingdi seminar

Dhaka, April 25 -- Bangladesh Bank organized a day-long seminar on 'Cashless Bangladesh' initiatives in Narsingdi, with Bank Asia PLC serving as the Lead Bank to promote digital transactions and enhan... Read More


100,000 tonnes of crude oil to reach Ctg Port on May 5: official

Dhaka, April 25 -- An oil tanker carrying 100,000 tonnes of crude oil from Saudi Arabia is expected to reach the outer anchorage of Chattogram Port on the night of May 5 as it has now crossed the Red ... Read More


Govt to bring all primary students under mid-day meal programme: Mahdi Amin

Dhaka, April 25 -- Prime Minister's Adviser on Education and Primary and Mass Education Mahdi Amin today (Saturday) said the government plans to gradually bring all primary school students under a mid... Read More


Committee formed to ensure fair hide prices and streamlined Qurbani management

Dhaka, April 25 -- The government has formed a 13-member committee to ensure proper management of Qurbani-related activities, including fair pricing of hides, improved collection and preservation, and... Read More