Uber, the leading ridesharing app, today released the eighth edition of its Lost and Found Index for 2024. This index provides a snapshot of what people forget most frequently, the days of the week, …
Bangladesh, Qatar to work together for developing industrial sector: Industries minister
Due to the business-friendly environment and policies of the present government, Qatar has shown interest to invest in various sectors including LNG and fertilizer in Bangladesh, he said …
11 agreements to be signed during Qatar emir’s visit to Bangladesh
The Bangladesh government sees the possibility of investment during Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani’s impending visit. Six agreements and five Memoranda of Understanding will be signed …
Bangladesh High Commissioner Tareq Ariful Islam Crowned“New Year Prince” In Sri Lanka
The Bangladeshi High Commissioner in Sri Lanka Tareq Mohammed Ariful Islam, was crowned the New Year Prince or“Avuru …
ADB provides 71 mln USD for climate-resilient water management in Bangladesh
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the government of Bangladesh signed a 71 million U.S. dollar loan agreement to improve flood control, irrigation, and water resources management in rural …
Extreme heat sears Bangladesh
The scorching heat continues to disrupt lives across Bangladesh, forcing authorities to close down all schools and colleges until April 27. According to the Meteorological office, relief from this …
Remembering Lucky Akhand: A musical maestro of Bangladesh
As we journey through his life and musical endeavours, we pay homage to the trailblazer who continues to inspire and resonate with audiences long after his departure seven years ago on this day in …
Higher debt to put strain on Bangladesh as revenue remains low
In the last decade, the debt-to-GDP ratio rose by 13 percentage points. The IMF forecasts that the ratio will reach 43.5 percent in 2028-29.
274 Myanmar BGP deserters seeking refuge in Bangladesh to be deported
DHAKA, Bangladesh -A ship is expected to arrive from Myanmar next Monday or Tuesday to retrieve Myanmar Border Guard Police (BGP) members who sought refuge in Bangladesh. However, their departure is …
What Bangladesh needs to do to shift gears
And what about those with a graduate degree, who need help finding employment in their preferred profession? Or those who have bagged a low-paying job in a temporary gig—like my own nephew, who has an …