Category: Asia

No Cause for Concern for Depositors in Weak Bank Mergers: Governor

August 12, 2025

The Governor of Bangladesh Bank, Dr Ahsan H. Mansur, has stated that the process of merging weak banks is ongoing; however, depositors have no reason to be concerned as the government will take full responsibility for safeguarding their deposits. He made this statement on Tuesday (12 August) during a press conference at Bangladesh Bank, organised […]

Abul Hayat and Dilara Zaman in Lead Roles on Small Screen for the First Time

August 12, 2025

For the very first time, veteran actors Abul Hayat and Dilara Zaman have taken leading roles in a television drama titled ‘Bela O Bikel’. Abul Hayat portrays the character of Bikel, while Dilara Zaman plays Bela. The drama has been written and directed by Shariful Islam Shamim. The cast also includes Nabila Binte Islam, Golam […]

Tahsan’s Daughter Makes Acting Debut Guided by Her Mother

August 12, 2025

The entertainment industry has witnessed the debut of Tahsan Rahman Khan and Rafiat Rashid Mithila’s daughter. On Saturday, 9 August, the first advertisement featuring Aira was unveiled. In this commercial for the cosmetic product Himalaya Purifying Neem Face Wash, Aira appeared alongside her mother. Regarding Aira’s involvement in the advertisement, Mithila said, “The company contacted […]

National Fisheries Week to Commence on 18 August

August 12, 2025

The National Fisheries Week 2025 will be observed throughout Bangladesh from 18 August, with the objectives of enhancing fisheries resources, promoting sustainable development, and raising public awareness about conservation efforts. This year’s theme is “Building Sanctuaries Makes the Country Rich with Local Fish.” Inaugural Ceremony The opening ceremony is scheduled for 10:00 am on 18 […]

Bangladesh Bank Sets Taka 39,000 Crore Agricultural Loan Disbursement Target for FY26

August 12, 2025

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has set an agricultural and rural loan disbursement target of Taka 39,000 crore for the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26), marking a 2.63 percent increase from the previous fiscal year’s target of Taka 38,000 crore. “The target has been set considering the importance of adequate credit flow to the agricultural sector to achieve […]

Government Approves Procurement of Two LNG Cargoes and Two Bulk Carriers

August 12, 2025

The government has approved separate proposals for the procurement of two cargos of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and two bulk carriers to address the increasing demand for energy and goods transportation within the country. These approvals were granted during the 31st meeting of the Advisers Council Committee on Government Purchase for this year, held today […]

Mahfuza Khanam, DU’s Only Female Vice-President, Passes Away

August 12, 2025

Mahfuza Khanam, a freedom fighter, educationist, and the first and only female Vice-President of the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU), has passed away (Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un). She was 80 years old at the time of her death. On Tuesday morning (12 August), she was taken to Health and Hope Hospital in […]

Administrator Appointed to FEBOAB

August 12, 2025

The Ministry of Commerce has appointed an administrator to oversee the Fire Fighting Equipment Business Owners Association of Bangladesh (FEBOAB). Deputy Secretary Md. Rezaul Karim has been assigned to this crucial position. According to an official order dated 10 August, signed by Muhammed Rehan Uddin, the Director General (currently in charge) of the Trade Organisation […]

Lawyers Protest in High Court Demanding Death Penalty for Khairul Haque

August 12, 2025

Lawyers staged a protest march demanding the death penalty for former Chief Justice A B M Khairul Haque. The demonstration, led by BNP-affiliated lawyers, took place around 1:30 pm on Tuesday (12 August). Background of the Incident The protest follows a contentious hearing on Monday (11 August) in Dhaka’s Jatrabari area concerning the bail and […]

What We Know About the Discovery of Two Bodies in a Car at Medical College Parking

August 12, 2025

Relatives have alleged that Zakir Hossain and Mizanur were murdered in the parking lot of Dr. Sirajul Islam Medical College in Maushak, Dhaka. On Tuesday (12 August) afternoon, their family members came to collect the bodies from the morgue of Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH). Family Alleges Fraudulent Travel Deal Zakir’s family claimed that two […]

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Category: Asia

No Cause for Concern for Depositors in Weak Bank Mergers: Governor

Abul Hayat and Dilara Zaman in Lead Roles on Small Screen for the First Time

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