A squeeze in pulp imports due to the dollar crunch has turned so severe over the recent months that paper-makers in Bangladesh are salvaging waste paper to keep their production units running ahead of the Textbook Festival on 1 January and month-long Ekushey Book Fair beginning on 1 February next year.
PM calls for larger Turkish investment in Bangladesh
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday sought robust Turkish investment in Bangladesh alongside cooperation in sustainable repatriation of Rohingyas. “I call for larger Turkish investment in Bangladesh,
Bangladesh-Nepal power trade may not happen soon
The prospect of a 50 MW electricity transfer from Nepal to Bangladesh through India may defer after it has been informed that the Baharampur-Bheramara cross-border power transmission is not …
Bangladesh, ADB ink deals worth $627mn for development, climate projects
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Bangladesh government have signed loan agreements worth $627 million for the implementation of development and climate resilience projects …
‘Bangladesh to export gold abroad within a year’
Export of ‘Made in Bangladesh’ studded gold bars will begin in March 2023. He requested traders to sell Jewellery with hallmarks.” BAJUS Advisor and Bangladesh Pratidin Business Editor Ruhul Amin …
India star hits back at Pakistan troll after Bangladesh heroics
India allrounder Ravichandran Ashwin has often been trolled on social media, especially for his performances in limited-overs cricket. On Sunday, he again fell victim to trolls. During the weekend, …
Bangladesh win Bangabandhu Asian Central Zone U-23 Volleyball with unbeaten record
Hosts Bangladesh clinched the Bangabandhu Asian Central Zone Under-23 Men’s International Volleyball title, with an unbeaten record, beating Kyrgyzstan by 3-2 sets in the final in Mirpur on Monday. In …
No matter who, Bangladesh doesn’t want foreign interference in its internal affairs: Momen
Asked whether his message applies to all countries, Momen said, “Yes, no matter who.” The foreign minister’s attention was drawn to the recent remarks made by both the US and Ru …
India beat Bangladesh in second Test thriller
Shreyas Iyer and Ravichandran Ashwin held firm as India beat Bangladesh in a thrilling second Test on Sunday, dashing hopes in Dhaka of a first-ever win over their giant …
Strong Bangladesh-India ties to grow further in 2023 despite outstanding bilateral issues
The two countries have several pending issues with the most crucial being the sharing of waters in common rivers including the Teesta River …