DHAKA, March 31 (Reuters) – Bangladesh is considering introducing partial online classes in schools as part of austerity measures to ease pressure from the global energy crisis and domestic …
Christians in Bangladesh demand public holiday for Easter Sunday
Members of Bangladesh’s Christian community formed a human chain in the capital on Tuesday, calling on the government to …
Around 57% Japanese firms plan expansion in Bangladesh: Jetro study
The survey shows that 56.9% of Japanese firms in Bangladesh intend to expand their business over the next one to two years …
NRBC working as a driving force for inclusive, ethical and sustainable finance in Bangladesh
With strong Shari’ah governance, transparency, and corporate responsibility, Islamic finance can help build a more resilient and equitable financial system—one that supports both economic growth and …
Bus falls into river while boarding ferry in Bangladesh, killing 24
The accident occurred Wednesday when the bus lost control approaching a ferry at Daulatdia, about 62 miles from Dhaka.
India’s JioStar terminates Bangladesh IPL cricket broadcast deal, letter shows
By Praveen Paramasivam and Ruma Paul CHENNAI/DHAKA, March 30 (Reuters) – Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s entertainment venture JioStar has terminated its broadcast deals in Bangladesh for the …
Empowering women in an underserved Bangladesh
As Bangladesh marks International Women’s Month, the focus on empowerment is shifting from symbolic recognition to a more urgent question: Who still lacks access to opportunity — and how institutions …
Japanese FM shows strong interest in boosting cooperation with Bangladesh
During the visit, Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama joined Prof Yunus for dinner and expressed ‘strong interest’ in strengthening cooperation between the two countries. He participated as a …
$68b laundered out of Bangladesh in 10 years: Report
Nearly US$68.3 billion was illicitly transferred out of Bangladesh over a 10-year period from 2013 to 2022 through fraudulent practices in international trade.
New Zealand to tour Bangladesh in April for ODIs and T20Is
Several New Zealand players are expected to miss the tour due to their commitments in the IPL and PSL …