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Kashmir assembly issues resolution seeking restoration of autonomy

09:49 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The legislative assembly in Indian-administered Kashmir has passed a resolution demanding the restoration of partial autonomy...

Wall Street smashes records, dollar soars as Trump wins

09:33 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Wall Street rallied into record territory, the dollar soared and bitcoin scaled a new peak Wednesday as the world gears up for another Donald Trump presidency...

7 college students call off protests on assurance

09:12 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The students from seven colleges affiliated to Dhaka University, DU, have postponed their movement after getting assurance from Education Adviser Wahiduddin Mahmud...

Unbalanced loan distribution puts deposits at risk in 13 banks

09:03 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Thirteen banks in Bangladesh are struggling to maintain a healthy balance between deposits and loans, as they exceed established lending limits. By issuing loans beyond the permitted Advance Deposit Ratio (ADR) without sufficient security, these banks are now facing rising default rates and increasing liquidity pressure.

Trump's victory to deepen Bangladesh-US ties: CA’s press secy

08:32 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Bangladesh's relationship with the United States will strengthen further following Donald Trump's victory, said the Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam.

NBR waives customs, regulatory duties on onion imports

08:17 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has issued a notification exempting customs and regulatory duties on imported onions.

Asia braces for disruption to alliances, trade after Trump’s victory

07:48 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Asia is bracing for a second Donald Trump presidency that is poised to inject unpredictability into the region’s relations with the United States, from casting doubt on longstanding alliances to threatening to upend trillions of dollars in trade...

9 police officers sent on forced retirement

07:41 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The government on Wednesday ordered the compulsory retirement of nine officials from Bangladesh Police.

No need to panic about bank deposits: BB

06:57 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Bangladesh Bank Executive Director and Spokesperson Husnay Ara Shikha reassured the people on Wednesday that there is no reason to panic about customer deposits in banks.

Yunus congratulates Trump

06:46 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday extended his heartfelt congratulations to Donald Trump on his election as the President of the United States for a second term. In his message, Professor Yunus emphasised the long-standing friendship and collaboration between Bangladesh and the United States.

IIGs propose cut in internet prices

06:29 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The International Internet Gateway Association of Bangladesh, IIGAB, has proposed a reduction in internet prices aiming to increase users and reach the internet to the remote areas...

Denim Expo 2024 showcases innovation and sustainability

06:29 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The Bangladesh Denim Expo, an essential international platform for the denim industry, marked a significant milestone in its pursuit of a sustainable future under the theme "A Blue New World."

Apu Biswas sued for ‘occupying’ YouTube channel

06:15 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Actress Apu Biswas is facing a lawsuit filed by producer Simi Islam Koli, accusing her of illegally occupying his YouTube channel. The case was registered on August 24 in a Dhaka court, under case number 1136/2024. Alongside Apu Biswas, content creators Hero Alam and Zahidul Islam Apon are also named as defendants.

Americans must wait for their first woman president

05:39 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

For the second time in eight years, a woman has won the Democratic nomination for US president, only to come up short in a campaign where gender was a central issue...

4 more PSC members take oath

04:54 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Newly appointed four more members of the Bangladesh Public Service Commission (PSC) took oath on Wednesday...

Sustaining, nurturing existing investments should be prioritised: AmCham President

04:49 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham), Syed Ershad Ahmed, emphasised the importance of focusing on sustaining existing investments rather than solely aiming for new foreign direct investment (FDI) amidst the evolving economic landscape.

Stunning triumph of Trump

04:48 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Donald Trump has won the US presidential election, media said Wednesday, defeating Kamala Harris in a stunning political comeback that will send shock waves across the world.

We count on you, EU officials tell Yunus

04:32 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

The European Union is ready to support Bangladesh's interim government headed by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in every possible way in its reform initiatives and fight against corruption.

Mongla port to be upgraded to int'l standards: Sakhawat

04:29 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

Shipping, Textiles and Jute Adviser Brigadier General (Retired) M Sakhawat Hossain on Wednesday said the Mongla port will be shifted to modern and international standards...

Followers ask govt to ensure Kandhlawi’s presence in ijtema

04:10 PM, 06 Nov 2024 Wednesday

A group of ulema loyal to Maulana Saad Kandhlawi, the worldwide amir of Tabligh Jamaat, has called on the government to secure his presence at the upcoming Bishwa Ijtema in Tongi.