Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves reached over 45 billion U.S. dollars by the end of May, Bangladesh’s Finance Ministry spokesman has said. Gazi Towhidul Islam, Bangladesh’s Finance Ministry …
Bangladesh remittances hit all-time high of nearly 23 bln USD
Bangladesh’s remittances hit an all-time high of nearly 23 billion U.S. dollars in July-May period of the current fiscal year 2020-21 ending this month. Bangladesh’s Finance Ministry spokesman Gazi …
Bangladesh puts Satkhira border areas on alert
The border areas of Satkhira district have been put on high alert in view of a surge in Covid-19 cases in neighbouring India. Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) personnel have been asked to step up vigil …
Poacher Suspected of Killing 70 Bengal Tigers Captured after 20 Years in Bangladesh
Bangladeshi police have arrested a notorious poacher wanted for 20 years and suspected of killing about 70 endangered Bengal tigers. Saidur Rahman, the local police chief, said that Habib Talukder – …
Mehidy Hasan Miraz, the new hero of Bangladesh
Bangladesh all-rounder Miraz, who bowled his nation to its maiden series win over Sri Lanka across formats, hopes to improve as a batsman too.
Threat of Legal Action Chills Journalism in Bangladesh, Analysts Say
Bangladesh’s Digital Security Act is hastening the country’s decline in press freedom, with authorities using the legislation to jail journalists and others who are critical of the government and its …
Behind Bangladesh Accord’s Three-Month Extension, Bluesign CEO Steps Down: Short Takes
Bangladesh Accord’s last-minute three-month extension, “Unraveled” book captures sustainable fashion now and a CEO change at Bluesign.
Bangladesh: Global unions and brands agree to 3-month Accord extension to continue negotiations
“Global unions and brands agree to 3-month extension of Bangladesh Accord”, 31 May 2021. On 30 May 2021, UNI Global Union, IndustriALL Global Union and international fashion brand …
‘India, Bangladesh can gain immensely in trading services’
Bangladesh and India can derive immense benefits in trading services, said speakers at a meeting as the two neighbors continue to work on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) …
Bloomberg writer pours his heart out while praising Bangladesh’s progress
Bangladesh is destined to be South Asia’s standout success and countries like India and Pakistan have much to learn from Bangladesh, says a Bloomberg article. “Today, the country’s 160 million-plus …