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Apex Footwear secures triple win for Bangladesh at Retail Asia Awards 2026

Dhaka, June 4 -- Solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the industry, Apex Footwear Limited recently earned three awards at the Retail Asia Awards 2026, marking its third consecutive year of rec... Read More


Switzerland commits to support planting of 300'000 climate-resilient trees in Bangladesh

Dhaka, June 4 -- The Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh on Thursday hosted "Swiss Partnerships for a Greener Bangladesh", a special event to mark World Environment Day 2026 at Edge Gallery in Dhaka.... Read More


Khalil dismisses concerns about simultaneously serving as FM, UNGA president

Dhaka, June 4 -- Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has dismissed concerns about simultaneously serving as foreign minister and president of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (U... Read More


Scorching heat persists in parts of Bangladesh; humidity worsens discomfort

Dhaka, June 4 -- A mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping large parts of Bangladesh, including Dhaka, leaving life severely disrupted amid intense sunshine and high humidity. The extreme weather has m... Read More


Metro dreams, pricey reality-Affording Dhaka's mass transit future

Dhaka, June 4 -- Mr Mohammad Aalvee, who lives near Pallabi Metro Station, says the Dhaka Metro has made his life easier: "Now I can travel to the old part of Dhaka for my business activities quickly ... Read More


Power division requests BERC to reconsider new tariff

Dhaka, June 4 -- Considering the sufferings of lifeline consumers across the country, the power division has requested Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) to reconsider the new electricity ... Read More


Clear evidence of negligence by Ad-din Hospital authorities found: Health Minister

Dhaka, June 4 -- The investigation committee formed to probe the deaths of six newborns at Ad-din Hospital in Mogbazar, Dhaka, submitted its report on Thursday, finding clear evidence of negligence by... Read More


Stocks extend rally for 8th session, DSEX at 3-month peak

Dhaka, June 3 -- The benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) climbed to a three-month high, extending its winning streak to eight straight sessions as growing investor confidence and expecta... Read More


Merchandise exports drop 7.07pc in May

Dhaka, June 3 -- The country's merchandise export earnings in May 2026 again declined after a rise in April, registering a 7.07 per cent year-on-year negative growth. In May 2026, Bangladesh received... Read More


Bangladesh hikes retail electricity price by 17pc

Dhaka, June 3 -- A new notice from the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has raised electricity prices at the wholesale, transmission, and retail levels. The weighted average wholesale e... Read More