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Japan to become important manpower market for Bangladesh: Shafiqul Alam

Tokyo, May 29 -- Japan is poised to become one of the most important markets for Bangladesh's workforce in the near future, Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam said on Thursday. "A business... Read More


Launch services suspended in Barishal amid incessant rains

, May 29 -- Launch operations in Barishal district remained suspended since Thursday morning due to the incessant rainfall triggered by the low pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. The Bangladesh ... Read More


NBR extends VAT return deadline till June 19

Dhaka, May 29 -- The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the deadline for submitting VAT returns online through the Integrated VAT Administration System (iVAS) for the tax period of May, 2025... Read More


Finance Adviser to unveil budget on June 2

Dhaka, May 29 -- Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed will present the national budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year on June 2. The pre-recorded budget speech will be aired at 4 pm on Bangladesh Televi... Read More


Landslides likely in hill districts: BMD

Dhaka, May 29 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicted landslides at different places in the hill districts due to incessant rains. According to the bulletin, "Due to very heavy rainfa... Read More


Prof Yunus seeks Mahathir's support for Bangladesh's ASEAN membership

Tokyo, May 29 -- Tokyo, May 29 (UNB) - Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Thursday urged former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad to assist Bangladesh in its bid to become a member of the As... Read More


Peacekeeping in UN missions a constant challenge: Salehuddin

Dhaka, May 29 -- Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Thursday said that peacekeeping in the UN Mission is an immensely challenging task due to adverse environments, unfamiliar climates, and cultura... Read More


Comfort in the rain, discomfort in the streets

Dhaka, May 29 -- Bangladesh's capital and several other parts of the country woke up to rain on Thursday morning, brought on by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. The showers offered some ... Read More


EC to take decision on Ishraque's mayoral position: Appellate Division

, May 29 -- The Appellate Division in an observation on Thursday said the Election Commission (EC) will decide whether BNP leader Ishraque Hossain will be sworn in as the Mayor of Dhaka South City Cor... Read More


Bangladesh, Japan sign MoUs to boost skilled manpower migration

Tokyo, May 29 -- Bangladesh and Japan on Thursday signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance the skills of Bangladeshi manpower and facilitate their employment in Japan, as the country ... Read More