A devastating fire in a crowded slum in Bangladesh’s capital has destroyed 1,500 shanties and left thousands homeless. No casualties have been reported.
Dhaka, Kathmandu discuss expansion of bilateral power trade
Dhaka, Nov 27, 2025 (BSS) – Bangladesh and Nepal today discussed expanding bilateral power trade, promoting private sector investment in Nepali hydropower projects and strengthening cross-border …
OPINION | After 15 years of fabrication, Bangladesh’s economy is returning to reality
Bangladesh today is not the success story some hoped it would instantly become, but neither is it the failure some claim …
OPINION | After 15 years of fabrication, Bangladesh’s economy is returning to reality
Bangladesh today is not the success story some hoped it would instantly become, but neither is it the failure some claim …
Digital banking can be Islamic too: A new chapter for ethical finance in Bangladesh
When Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur recently said that “Digital Banking can also be Islamic Shariah-compliant, providing innovative solutions to serve all people of Bangladesh,” his words …
Ousted leader Hasina sentenced in Bangladesh land corruption case
Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced to 21 years in prison in three corruption cases related to allocations of land in a government project.
Bangladesh’s bad loans surge to a record Tk 6.44 lakh crore amid lowest-ever investment inflow
Nonperforming loans in Bangladesh’s banking sector jumped to Tk 6.44 lakh crore at the end of September, which amounts to 35.7 per cent of all banking credit, the Central Bank said on Wednesday.
Bangladesh bank auctions six Beximco factories
At the time an independent board was established by the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) to oversee the sale and operational management of Beximco’s factory units. “Bangladesh bank …
Devastating fire destroys crowded slum, leaves thousands homeless in Bangladesh
A devastating fire in a crowded slum in Bangladesh’s capital has destroyed 1,500 shanties and left thousands homeless …
Bangladesh yet to benefit from GI products: BUILD study
Moreover, many heritage items are at risk of losing their GI tag to other countries Despite securing the first geographical indication (GI) status in Bangladesh, the Jamdani industry is struggling …