The World Bank has predicted economic growth in Bangladesh will decrease to 4 per cent in the current financial year (FY24-25) due to recent flood and uncertainty in the production sector.
Climate action is new competitive advantage for Bangladesh apparel
During the opening speech of the Bangladesh Climate Action Forum, Bangladesh Apparel Exchange (BAE) founder and CEO Mostafiz Uddin explained climate action is no longer a burden as it offers a new …
MetLife’s Regional President visits Bangladesh
Lyndon Oliver, Regional President of MetLife Asia, recently visited Bangladesh as part of his ongoing engagement with MetLife’s diverse …
Bangladesh is unique example of communal harmony: Mirza Fakhrul
DHAKA, Oct 09, 2024 (BSS) – BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said Bangladesh is a unique example of communal harmony.
Beyond LDC hype: is Bangladesh ready for challenges?
THE World Bank measures per capita national income using the Atlas method. The total national income (GNI) of a country in local currency is converted into US dollars. In this case, the average …
An aspiring armyman, a science prodigy, a Messi fan—untold stories of student ‘murders’ in Bangladesh
Families navigate a long road to justice for their children killed in student protests that led to Sheikh Hasina’s ouster.
Unlocking the Untapped Potential of Digital Payments in Bangladesh
With a burgeoning economy, a growing middle class, and increasing internet penetration, the country is ripe for a digital payments transformation. Despite significant strides in recent years, the …
Chakravarthy makes memorable return as India beats Bangladesh in first T20
Leg-break bowler Varun Chakravarthy takes 3-31 on his return to international cricket as India beats Bangladesh by seven wickets with 49 balls remaining in the first Twenty20.
Massive blow to India, World Cup-winner ruled out of T20I series against Bangladesh, Tilak Varma comes in as replacement
Shivam Dube has been ruled out of the T20I series against Bangladesh owing to back injury. Meanwhile, Tilak Varma has be called as Dube’s replacement.
Remedial measures to address malaise in financial sector
The media has been abuzz with concerns about the rampant abuse of Bangladesh’s financial sector for more than a decade.