The concept of a cashless economy refers to an economic system where financial transactions are carried out through digital means rather than physical currency. In recent years, Bangladesh has …
Search for Missing Relatives Goes On in Bangladesh
Several weeks into clean-up efforts at the site of the collapsed factory in Bangladesh, many were still searching for missing family members. Video by Syed Zain Al-Mahmood, via #WorldStream.
Why Bangladesh celebrates Pohela Boishakh on April 14
Pohela Boishakh is literally the first day (pohela) of Boishakh, the first month in the traditional Bengali calendar.
Amid power reshuffle in Bangladesh, journalists remain under attack
On the evening of February 5, a tense atmosphere gripped the historic neighborhood of Dhanmondi 32 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, as protesters gathered outside the former residence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the country’s founding president.
Bangladesh, Singapore to finalise FTA by end of next year
Bangladesh and Singapore have committed to finalising a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by the end of next year, as discussed during the fourth Bangladesh-Singapore Foreign Office Consultations held in Sin
Why Bangladesh arrested a model for ‘threatening’ diplomatic ties
Bangladeshi model and actress Meghna Alam has been arrested after alleging she had an affair with a Saudi diplomat. Alam claimed the diplomat, who is married, is attempting to silence her with help from the Bangladesh authorities.
How to Obtain a Home Loan in Bangladesh: Step-by-Step Guide
Purchasing a flat in Dhaka is a serious investment, and for most, a home loan is the ideal financing method. If you’re searching for a flat for sale in Uttara, Middle Badda, or the Baridhara …
‘Enemies of Culture Now Rule Bangladesh,’ Alleges Hasina In Fiery Statement, Draws Parallels to 1975 Tragedy
Deposed Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina accused anti-independence forces of illegally seizing power and attempting to destroy the nation’s secular culture. “Today, anti-liberation forces have illegally seized power in Bangladesh.
Why Bangladesh has issued arrest warrant against Tulip Siddiq, UK MP and Sheikh Hasina’s niece
British Labour MP Tulip Siddiq’s troubles have increased. A court in Bangladesh has issued an arrest warrant for the former UK minister over corruption allegations. Siddiq has come under the scanner …
Tulip Siddiq says ‘I have done nothing wrong’ after Bangladesh issues arrest warrant
The Labour MP, who resigned from government in January, also claimed she was the victim of a “smear campaign” over her links to a corruption probe in Bangladesh.