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Govt extends export incentives for 43 sectors until June 2026

Dhaka, Jan. 14 -- The government has decided to continue export incentives and cash assistance for 43 sectors until June 2026. According to a circular issued by Bangladesh Bank on Wednesday, cash ass... Read More


Ocean a major asset, yet it's increasingly polluted: Prof Yunus

, Jan. 14 -- Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday emphasised the importance of ocean conservation and sustainable blue economy, hoping that the MoU signed between Maheshkhali Integrated Deve... Read More


NBR Chairman signals possible VAT, turnover tax reforms for jewellery businesses

, Jan. 14 -- National Board of Revenue (NBR) Chairman Md Abdur Rahman Khan on Wednesday indicated that the government may reconsider the current VAT and turnover tax system for the country's jewellery... Read More


Dhaka yet to decide on sending forces under ISF to Gaza; reiterates conditions

, Jan. 14 -- Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Wednesday said Bangladesh has not yet taken any decision regarding sending its forces to Gaza under the International Stabilization Force (ISF... Read More


Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2: 67 arrested in 24 hours in Dhaka

, Jan. 14 -- Law enforcers have arrested 67 people from different parts of the capital as part of the ongoing Operation Devil Hunt Phase-2 in 24 hours till Wednesday morning. Among the arrestees, 17 ... Read More


ICAB to host SAFA International Conference 2026 in Dhaka

, Jan. 14 -- The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) will host SAFA International Conference 2026 in Dhaka on Saturday. The conference, titled "Next Generation Profession: Converg... Read More


World Bank raises Bangladesh growth forecast to 6.1% for FY26-27

, Jan. 14 -- term economic outlook has improved, with growth expected to strengthen steadily over the next two fiscal years, according to the World Bank's latest Global Economic Prospects report. The... Read More


Rafsan Sabab, Xefer tie the knot

Dhaka, Jan. 14 -- Popular television presenter Rafsan Sabab and acclaimed singer Xefer Rahman tied the knot on Wednesday, ending years of speculation surrounding their relationship. Rafsan Sabab shar... Read More


Rafsan Sabab, Zefer tie the knot

, Jan. 14 -- Popular television presenter Rafsan Sabab and acclaimed singer Zefer Rahman tied the knot on Wednesday, ending years of speculation surrounding their relationship. Rafsan Sabab shared th... Read More


2 more die after drinking 'toxic liquor' in Rangpur; death toll climbs to 6

, Jan. 14 -- Two more people died allegedly after consuming toxic liquor in Rangpur district on Tuesday night, raising the total death toll to six. The deceased were identified as Abdul Malek, son of... Read More