For the first time in its history, Singer Bangladesh has commenced exports from its home appliance manufacturing plant located in the Bangladesh Special Economic Zone (BSEZ), marking a significant milestone in the development of Bangladesh’s government-to-government (G2G) economic zones. A formal ceremony was held today at Araihazar in Narayanganj, the site of the Bangladesh–Japan G2G […]

The inflow of remittances to Bangladesh has recorded a significant year-on-year growth of 32 percent in the first 30 days of July, reaching a total of US$2,368 million, according to the latest figures released by Bangladesh Bank today. This marks a substantial increase from the US$1,794 million received during the same period last year. Comparative […]

After a prolonged gap of 35 years, the Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union (RAKSU) is set to hold elections once again. This upcoming election has sparked enthusiasm and anticipation among students, eager to witness the emergence of fresh leadership. Several student organisations have already begun preparations in earnest. RAKSU has historically served not just as […]

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) announced on Thursday that it has decided to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 0.5%, aligning with widespread expectations among economists. The decision comes amid evolving concerns regarding both international and domestic economic pressures. In its official statement, the BoJ highlighted that Japan’s economic growth is expected to decelerate due […]

The National Consensus Commission has officially decided to establish a 100-member Upper House through a Proportional Representation (PR) system. The announcement was made on Thursday, during the midday recess on Day 23 of the commission’s second phase of dialogue with political parties. The decision was declared by the Vice-Chairman of the Commission, Professor Ali Riaz, […]

The Bangladesh Army has publicly confirmed that it has not received any directives from the government to prepare for the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Elections, expected to be held between February and April of next year. This statement was delivered during a press briefing on Wednesday, 30 July, by Colonel Staff Shafiqul Islam, Director of […]

Amir Khasru Criticises Government for Economic Paralysis and Autocratic Control Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, a Standing Committee Member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has strongly criticised the present ruling regime, stating that it neither works in the interest of the people nor of the business community. Speaking as the chief guest at a discussion […]

Mirza Fakhrul Stresses Sovereignty of the People at Press Club Event At a discussion held on Thursday, 31 July, to mark the first anniversary of the July-August Uprising, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir declared that power must be returned to those who possess real ownership and strength, referring directly to the people of […]