As Bangladesh pushes for trillion-dollar growth, plans to give DP World control of Chittagong Port’s NCT promise efficiency and investment but face strong criticism over autonomy, transparency and job …
India expands ban on jute imports from Bangladesh via land routes, restricts entry to Nhava Sheva Port
Bangladesh is a big competitor of India in the textile sector. The India-Bangladesh trade stood at USD 12.9 billion in 2023-24. In 2024-25, India’s exports stood at USD 11.46 billion, while imports …
India-Bangladesh trade row: New Delhi bans jute and rope imports via land; shipments to be routed only through Nhava Sheva port
India has banned jute product imports from Bangladesh via land routes, now only permitted through Nhava Sheva seaport, escalating trade tensions. This …
UK property empire linked to ally of ousted Bangladesh leader goes bust
Saifuzzaman Chowdhury’s property empire has unravelled amid a crackdown by the Bangladeshi authorities, which have accused him of laundering money into Britain. His UK property portfolio is said to be …
Notionhive leads charge as AI redefines future of SEO in Bangladesh
As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes how information is discovered, interpreted, and ranked online, businesses in Bangladesh are facing a pressing but often overlooked challenge: their …
45% think Bangladesh’s economy is on right track: Survey
Public confidence in Bangladesh’s economic direction has declined significantly over the past year, according to a recent survey. In August 2024, 60% of respondents believed the country was moving in …
Bihari Limbo: The Urdu-Speaking Minority Chasing A Citizenship Mirage In Bangladesh
The Urdu-speaking minority remains marginalized in Bangladesh, facing poor living conditions and limited access to education and services. Many Biharis feel abandoned by the government’s unkept …
Tulip blames Bangladesh’s ‘dirty politics’ for corruption trial, calls herself ‘collateral damage’
British MP Tulip Siddiq, niece of ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina has said “dirty politics” of Bangladesh has turned her life on its head. In an exclusive interview with the Guardian, she also …
Jubilant scenes but bumpy road ahead in post-Hasina Bangladesh
Bangladesh marked a year since Sheikh Hasina fled with promises of renewal, but little mention of its problems.
Yunus Vows Security for 2026 Bangladesh Elections
Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Muhammad Yunus, emphasizes the need for complete security and fairness for the 2026 general elections, targeting them to be the most peaceful in history. Strategies include …