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Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves total $30.08 billion, Bangladesh Bank reports.

August 7, 2025

Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves currently amount to US$30.08 billion, according to the latest figures released by Bangladesh Bank. However, when measured following the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) methodology, as outlined in the Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM6), the reserves stand at a slightly lower figure of US$25.06 billion. Measurement Methodology Reserve […]

Inflation Rises Again in July

August 7, 2025

After four consecutive months of decline, the country’s overall inflation rate increased once more in July. According to data released on Thursday (7 August) by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), the inflation rate for July rose slightly to 8.55%, up from 8.48% in June. Month Inflation Rate (%) June 2024 8.48 July 2024 8.55 […]

NCP Leaders May Visit Cox’s Bazar, But Why the Secrecy? – Questions Rizvi

August 7, 2025

Senior Joint Secretary General of the BNP, Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, has raised questions over the secretive nature of a recent visit to Cox’s Bazar by central leaders of the National Citizens’ Party (NCP). Speaking to journalists on Thursday, 7 August, during a condolence visit to the family of a victim of the Milestone School & […]

Asif Akbar Slams Obscene Lyrics on BTV’s ‘July Uprising’ Concert

August 7, 2025

A clip of a live broadcast by state-owned Bangladesh Television (BTV) has been circulating widely on social media since yesterday, drawing significant public backlash. The clip captures a segment of a concert held on 5 August at Manik Mia Avenue, Dhaka, in commemoration of ‘July Uprising’ Day. During the performance, several artists were heard using […]

National Award to be Instituted in the Name of Teacher Mahrin Chowdhury

August 7, 2025

The Government of Bangladesh has resolved to launch a national award in honour of the late teacher Mahrin Chowdhury, who heroically sacrificed her life to save students during the tragic plane crash at Milestone School and College in Uttara, Dhaka. This decision was taken on Thursday, 7 August, at a meeting of the Advisory Council […]

Interim Govt’s Main Task is to Ensure Fair National Elections: Chief Adviser

August 7, 2025

Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus has stated that the foremost responsibility of the second phase of the interim government is to ensure the successful completion of the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Elections. The announcement was made on Thursday, 7 August, at the Secretariat following a meeting of the Advisory Council. The information was relayed to […]

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Bangladesh Women’s Football Jumps 24 Spots in Historic FIFA Ranking Leap

August 7, 2025

Bangladesh’s remarkable performance in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers in Myanmar has now been reflected in the latest FIFA Women’s Rankings. The national team has made an unprecedented jump of 24 places, reaching 104th position globally — a historic achievement in the country’s football history. Latest FIFA Ranking Update (Published: Thursday) Team Previous Rank […]

Jamaat Must Apologise for 1971 and Join Elections, Says BNP’s Shamsuzzaman Dudu

August 7, 2025

BNP Vice Chairman Shamsuzzaman Dudu has stated that Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami must apologise for the “mistakes” it committed during the 1971 Liberation War if it intends to participate in national elections. Speaking as the chief guest at a discussion organised by the Bangladesh Democratic Cultural Alliance at the A.K.M. Khaleque Hall of the National Press Club […]

Speaking in Favour is Called Free Journalism; Criticism Faces Mob Violence

August 7, 2025

At a dialogue titled “Media Freedom: Analysis of Complaint Resolution and Self-Regulation”, held at the SIRDAP auditorium in Dhaka, prominent journalists, academics, and researchers voiced deep concern over the growing pressure and threats facing Bangladesh’s media. The event, organised by the Centre for Governance Studies (CGS) on Wednesday morning (6 August), shed light on the […]

Ex-Chief Justice Khairul Haque Jailed After 7-Day Remand Completion

August 7, 2025

Former Chief Justice A B M Khairul Haque has been sent to prison following the end of a seven-day police remand in a case filed at Shahbagh Police Station over alleged judgement forgery. On Thursday, 7 August, Sub-Inspector Khalek Mia, the Investigating Officer from Shahbagh Police Station, produced Khairul Haque before the court and requested […]

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Category: Asia

Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves total $30.08 billion, Bangladesh Bank reports.

Inflation Rises Again in July

NCP Leaders May Visit Cox’s Bazar, But Why the Secrecy? – Questions Rizvi

Asif Akbar Slams Obscene Lyrics on BTV’s ‘July Uprising’ Concert

National Award to be Instituted in the Name of Teacher Mahrin Chowdhury

Interim Govt’s Main Task is to Ensure Fair National Elections: Chief Adviser

Bangladesh Women’s Football Jumps 24 Spots in Historic FIFA Ranking Leap

Jamaat Must Apologise for 1971 and Join Elections, Says BNP’s Shamsuzzaman Dudu

Speaking in Favour is Called Free Journalism; Criticism Faces Mob Violence

Ex-Chief Justice Khairul Haque Jailed After 7-Day Remand Completion

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