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US looking at potential leaders for Iran: White House

Dhaka, March 7 -- The United States is reviewing potential candidates who could lead Iran, the White House said, a day after President Donald Trump suggested Washington should be involved in selecting... Read More


Nano loans surge as early wage access platforms reshape worker finance

Dhaka, March 7 -- Bangladesh's nano loan and earned wage access (EWA) market is expanding rapidly as digital payroll systems, rising living costs and growing fintech adoption increase demand for short... Read More


EBL, MetLife Bangladesh recognise top Bancassurance performers

Dhaka, March 7 -- Eastern Bank Limited Plc (EBL) and MetLife Bangladesh jointly recognized the top Bancassurance performers at the Bancassurance Awards Night & Kick Off 2026, celebrating excellence in... Read More


India reaffirms support for democratic, stable Bangladesh

Dhaka, March 7 -- Indian High Commissioner in Dhaka Pranay Verma on Saturday said New Delhi always supported and would continue to support a democratic, stable, peaceful, progressive and inclusive Ban... Read More


IMF delegation to meet PM on March 24 to refresh reform pledges

Dhaka, March 7 -- An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation may sit with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman just after the Eid vacation for reconfirmation of commitment from the new government on eco... Read More


Islami Bank holds Annual Risk Conference

Dhaka, March 7 -- Md. Omar Faruk Khan, Managing Director of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, has said as the largest Shari'ah-based bank in the country, governance, transparency, and risk management must b... Read More


Community Bank partners with Guardian Life Insurance

Dhaka, March 7 -- Community Bank has entered into a strategic partnership with Guardian Life Insurance Limited, marking a significant milestone in delivering integrated financial and insurance solutio... Read More


Motorists rush to filling stations amid supply disruption fears

Dhaka, March 7 -- Bangladesh has sufficient fuel stocks to meet its demand this month, according to the relevant quarters. Yet, filling stations across the capital and nearby areas have seen long que... Read More


Govt seeks $250m worth loan guarantee from WB for LNG import

Dhaka, March 7 -- As the Mideast crisis stokes concern about fuel security, Bangladesh's state-run energy corporation Petrobangla has requested an additional US$250-million loan guarantee from the Wor... Read More


Standard Islami Bank holds program on 'Siyam and Taqwa: Professional Excellence and Shariah Compliance'

Dhaka, March 7 -- Standard Islami Bank PLC organised a virtual knowledge sharing program on 'Siyam and Taqwa: Professional Excellence and Shariah Compliance' for its employees, according to a press re... Read More