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Bangladesh Banks Must Remain Politically Neutral: Governor

March 16, 2026

Bangladesh Bank Governor Mostaqueur Rahman has issued a firm directive that no bank in the country should operate in allegiance to any political party or group. Speaking at a meeting with the Board of Directors and senior executives of Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited (IBBL) on Monday, the governor highlighted past lapses in governance and emphasised […]

Professor ABM Obaidul Islam Appointed Dhaka University VC

March 16, 2026

Professor ABM Obaidul Islam, a distinguished physicist, has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Dhaka University (DU), one of Bangladesh’s premier academic institutions. He previously served as the Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Open University, bringing extensive experience in higher education leadership to his new role. Announcement and Context The appointment was officially announced on […]

Bangladesh Bank Approves Export Shipping Document Flexibility

March 16, 2026

In a move aimed at streamlining export procedures, Bangladesh Bank has issued new guidelines allowing exporters to issue shipping documents in the name of foreign importers or their authorised representatives for shipments valued up to USD 100,000. The directive, announced on Monday, 16 March 2026, seeks to facilitate faster trade settlements and enhance Bangladesh’s competitiveness […]

Farmer Killed in Bus Collision in Uttara

March 16, 2026

A 55-year-old farmer, Md. Porosh Mia, lost his life on Monday afternoon after being struck by a speeding bus while crossing a road in Uttara, a northern suburb of Dhaka. He was pronounced dead upon arrival at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH), according to hospital authorities. Sequence of Events According to the victim’s nephew, Md. […]

Bangladesh Eyes Boosting India, China Industrial Investment

March 16, 2026

Bangladesh is actively seeking to increase industrial investment from India and China as part of its broader strategy to revitalise the national economy, according to Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir, Principal Adviser to the Prime Minister on Finance and Planning. He made the comments following bilateral discussions with India’s High Commissioner to Dhaka, Pranay Verma, and […]

Uptown Shopping Mall Vandalised Amid Rumours

March 16, 2026

In Dhaka’s northern suburb of Uttara, a violent outbreak at a local shopping mall has left authorities investigating and twelve people in police custody. The unrest erupted after a false rumour circulated that a rickshaw driver had been beaten to death inside the mall by security personnel, prompting a mob to attack the premises in […]

Brother Allegedly Masterminded Faridpur Killing

March 16, 2026

Police in Faridpur have revealed that the younger brother of a man who was brutally murdered earlier this month was allegedly the principal architect behind the killing. Investigators say the attack stemmed from a combination of family disputes and tensions related to narcotics transactions. The victim, Raju Sheikh (36), was a resident of the Muslim […]

Professor Dr. Faridul Islam Appointed Rabi Vice-Chancellor

March 16, 2026

Professor Dr. Mohammad Faridul Islam has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Rajshahi University (Rabi). The official announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Dr. A. N. M. Ehsanul Haque Milon, during a briefing at the Ministry of Education on Monday, 16 March, at 4:00 pm. Professor Akhtar Hossain Majumdar commented on the […]

Main Suspect Arrested 39 Days After Murder

March 16, 2026

Police have apprehended the main suspect in the killing of teenager Mustakim, following a violent clash over territorial control and gang rivalries in the riverine areas of Raipura, Narsingdi. On Monday afternoon, the accused, Masum Mia, also known as China Masum, admitted in court to his direct involvement in the murder. Masum Mia (25) was […]

Jahangirnagar University Students Demand Justice

March 16, 2026

A large group of students at Jahangirnagar University held a protest and human chain on Monday demanding a thorough and impartial investigation into the recent murder of a female student, along with exemplary punishment for those responsible. The event was organised by the Jahangirnagar University Research Council Family and took place adjacent to the central […]

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Category: Asia

Bangladesh Banks Must Remain Politically Neutral: Governor

Professor ABM Obaidul Islam Appointed Dhaka University VC

Bangladesh Bank Approves Export Shipping Document Flexibility

Farmer Killed in Bus Collision in Uttara

Bangladesh Eyes Boosting India, China Industrial Investment

Uptown Shopping Mall Vandalised Amid Rumours

Brother Allegedly Masterminded Faridpur Killing

Professor Dr. Faridul Islam Appointed Rabi Vice-Chancellor

Main Suspect Arrested 39 Days After Murder

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