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DCs gave no advice on political speeches at Waz-Mahfils: CAO

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- The Chief Advisor's Office (CAO) has dismissed media reports claiming deputy commissioners advised action on political speeches at Waz-Mahfils during a meeting in Dhaka. On Tuesday,... Read More


Basic sanitation is a daily battle for women in Dhaka

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Shreya stands outside a small, dimly lit toilet block on a university campus in Dhaka, waiting. The door does not lock properly. The floor is still wet from the last user. She has al... Read More


Bangladesh's exports to China remain stagnant amid duty-free access

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Bangladesh's trade imbalance with China continues to escalate, driven by persistent higher imports of essentials for its industries from the country's top import destination. On the... Read More


Three export-oriented trade bodies demand revision of Labour Ordinance

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Three major export-oriented organisations - Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) an... Read More


BMET's services digitalised through 'Overseas Employment Platform': Asif Nazrul

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Dr Asif Nazrul has said all the services of Bureau of Manpower Employment and Training (BMET) have been digitalised through the launch of... Read More


Dhaka tense as verdict sparks unrest

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Dhaka saw noticeably thinner crowds on Monday as the capital braced for unrest ahead of the verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Security was heightened across the c... Read More


Buyers cancel visits amid rising political uncertainty

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Global buyers of Bangladesh's readymade garments are cancelling scheduled visits and meetings in the country over security and political uncertainties, a development that industry le... Read More


Rice imports go up to build contingency stock

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Bangladesh ramps up rice import to build a contingency stock with the buys having soared over 8,133 per cent in value during the first quarter of the current fiscal year, statistics ... Read More


BRAC Bank launches 'PRANTIK', its in-house agent banking system

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- BRAC Bank has launched 'PRANTIK', an in-house developed agent banking system that will deliver seamless and secure banking services to customers across the most remote corners of Ban... Read More


Islami Bank hosts orientation for newly recruited security guards

Dhaka, Nov. 18 -- Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC organized a professional skills development, training and orientation program for newly recruited security guards on 17 November 2025, Monday at the Islami... Read More