The upcoming visits of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, to Bangladesh and Nepal should prioritize labor protections for migrant workers.
Bangladesh swelters under heat grip as temperatures soar over 108F
DHAKA, Bangladesh – A severe heatwave has been sweeping over many parts of the country for the last few days. The temperature soared to 42.6C (108.68F) on Saturday in Jessore, while the maximum …
Climate change and financial systems
The susceptibility of Bangladesh’s financial system to climate change risk is heightened, given its rank as the seventh most climate-vulnerable country in the world. Thus, Bangladesh Bank recently …
Bangladesh, Qatar to work together for developing industrial sector: Humayun
DHAKA, April 21, 2024 (BSS) – Industries Minister Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun today said Bangladesh and Qatar will work together for the development of Bangladesh’s industrial sector.
Death toll due to sweltering heat in Bangladesh rises to four
The death toll due to scorching heat in Bangladesh has mounted to four on Sunday. A middle-aged woman reportedly died on Sunday morning, pushing the death toll due to blistering heat to four in the …
Rising to resilience: Bangladesh’s journey towards sustainable climate adaptation
As Bangladesh proudly hosts the ninth global National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Expo this week, the world turns its gaze to a nation that not only faces formidable climate challenges but is also leading …
Uber Riders in Bangladesh most forgetful on Fridays
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 …