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Two Adani airports feature in UNESCO recognized Prix Versailles list

Bangladesh, June 17 -- Two airports operated by Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) in India have been included in the UNESCO recognized Prix Versailles World's Most Beautiful Airports 2026 list. T... Read More


EBL retains highest AAA credit rating for fourth consecutive year

Bangladesh, June 17 -- Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has once again been awarded the highest long-term credit rating of AAA by Credit Rating Agency of Bangladesh Limited (CRAB), along with a short-term ratin... Read More


Rising fuel costs put future of four-engine freighters in doubt

Bangladesh, June 17 -- European Cargo's Airbus A340-600 "preighter" fleet hauled e-commerce and general cargo from Asia to the UK, but volatile fuel prices and weak rates made the operation unsustaina... Read More


US ambassador visits historic Choto Sona Masjid, explores Bangladesh's heritage

Bangladesh, June 17 -- According to a social media post shared by the US Embassy in Dhaka, Ambassador Christensen toured the centuries-old mosque and explored its rich history and architectural import... Read More


Bangladesh, Nepal seek stronger tourism, cultural cooperation

Bangladesh, June 17 -- During a courtesy call on the newly appointed Speaker, Ambassador Rahman highlighted the longstanding friendship between the two South Asian neighbors and underscored the vast u... Read More


Riyadh Air receives DOT approval to operate US flights

Bangladesh, June 17 -- The DOT said on June 16 that Riyadh Air's application, submitted on May 5, sought an exemption under 49 U.S.C. 40109 along with a foreign air carrier permit. The department det... Read More


Mohammed Hanif elected TOAB President for 2026-2028 term

Bangladesh, June 17 -- Hanif secured 178 votes to win the top post in the country's apex body representing tour operators, while his opponent, Md. Taslim Amin Shovon, received 144 votes. Syed Shafat ... Read More


Asian critical minerals boom faces rising environmental, human rights and climate risks

India, June 17 -- Asia's critical minerals boom is exposing investors to mounting environmental, human rights and climate risks. Most nickel, cobalt and copper miners have strong policies on labour, ... Read More


Xiaomi may delay Xiaomi 18 launch until after Xiaomi 18 Pro debut: New report claims

India, June 17 -- According to the report, Xiaomi is preparing to launch the Xiaomi 18 series in a staggered manner, with the Xiaomi 18 Pro launch date reportedly set for September 2026 and the Xiaomi... Read More


A forest in wait

India, June 17 -- Do you know how to swim?" asks a boater. I reply in the affirmative, and he directs me to sit on the raised edges of two dongis, pushed together. As we set off on the small, handcraf... Read More