Govt moves to secure fertilisers for Aman season
14 March 2026, 03:38 AM
The government has finalised a plan to import five lakh tonnes of urea fertiliser as a precautionary measure amid fears that a prolonged US-Israel war on Iran could disrupt Bangladesh’s fertiliser supply after June.
14 March 2026, 03:38 AM
High chicken price hurting low-income families
12 March 2026, 01:58 AM
The price of broiler chicken, a primary protein source for low-income people, has risen in the capital’s markets due to alleged supply shortages, intensifying consumer hardship amid soaring inflation.
12 March 2026, 01:58 AM
Edible oil prices surge despite ample stock
9 March 2026, 02:18 AM
The prices of loose soybean oil and palm oil have risen in the local market despite assurances of sufficient stock and adequate supply, heaving financial pressure on consumers.
9 March 2026, 02:18 AM
Curtailed, delayed Boi Mela sees sales plummet
8 March 2026, 03:28 AM
On most evenings, the grounds of the Amar Ekushey Boi Mela still reflect the familiar spirit of Bangladesh’s literary season -- students browsing poetry collections, families posing for photographs beneath colourful banners, and writers signing newly released books.
8 March 2026, 03:28 AM
25,000 to be picked for Farmers’ Card pre-pilot phase
6 March 2026, 03:14 AM
The Farmers’ Card will be launched on a pre-pilot basis by April 14 this year, with around 25,000 farmers in nine upazilas of eight districts set to get the benefit.
6 March 2026, 03:14 AM
Iran war could raise Bangladesh’s trade costs
4 March 2026, 00:00 AM
Shipping disruptions, cargo rerouting, and rising freight and insurance costs are set to increase business expenses
4 March 2026, 00:00 AM
Shakib’s return in balance amid legal hurdles
2 March 2026, 08:00 AM
With Pakistan scheduled to arrive on March 9 for a three-match ODI series, anticipation is mounting over whether Shakib could return during the tour.
2 March 2026, 08:00 AM
More families turn to TCB as poverty deepens
27 February 2026, 02:46 AM
At 2:12pm, a Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) truck was parked by the roadside under Kazipara Metro Station in Dhaka.
27 February 2026, 02:46 AM
Transport cost goes up, impacting price of essential goods
A three-day blockade enforced by major opposition parties and protests of garment workers disrupted the supply chain of daily essentials and sent the cost of transport higher, according to industry people and traders.
2 November 2023, 15:43 PM
Onions now Tk 140, potatoes Tk 65 a kg
Prices of potatoes and onions have skyrocketed in the kitchen markets.
31 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Onion prices jump overnight
Onion prices at wholesale and retail markets in Bangladesh rose yesterday after India set a minimum price of $800 per tonne on exports of the bulb.
29 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Durga Puja sales exceed expectations
Shopping centres, fashion houses and other retail outlets in Dhaka found a reason to smile on the occasion of Durga Puja, the biggest annual festival for the Hindu community which begins today, with traders saying sales had exceeded expectations.
20 October 2023, 06:33 AM
Bangladesh emerging as a sourcing hub
Bangladesh is rapidly emerging as a dependable source of leather goods and footwear for many foreign buyers owing to low prices and good quality, according to industry people.
13 October 2023, 01:00 AM
3 essential commodities: Price caps prove a total failure
The government failed to enforce the price cap on onions and potatoes even for a single day since it issued the order about a month ago.
11 October 2023, 18:00 PM
Kazi Farms, Suguna fined Tk 8cr for unusual hike
Bangladesh Competition Commission has fined Kazi Farms Tk 5 crore and Suguna Food and Feeds Bangladesh Private Limited Tk 3.44 crore in two cases for unusual increase in broiler chicken prices in the market.
9 October 2023, 18:22 PM
Kazi Farms fined Tk 5 crore, Suguna Food Tk 3.44 crore
The two were fined for violating Section 15 of the Competition Act, 2012
9 October 2023, 14:39 PM
MTB expanding retail banking portfolio
Mutual Trust Bank Limited (MTB) is expanding its retail banking portfolio to diversify the business, said Shafquat Hossain, head of retail banking of the lender.
8 October 2023, 17:59 PM
How long can fixed-income groups cope with higher inflation?
The cost-of-living crisis has kept stressing out fixed and lower-middle-income groups in Bangladesh as inflation has persisted at elevated levels while their salaries and incomes have seen little upward adjustments.
6 October 2023, 01:00 AM
Homeland CEO removed by Idra
Homeland Life Insurance Company Ltd's chief executive officer (CEO) Biswajit Kumar Mondal was removed from his post after failing to provide necessary information to an audit firm appointed by the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (Idra).
3 October 2023, 22:29 PM
Non-life insurers can now collect premium thru MFS
Non-life insurance companies in Bangladesh will be able to collect premiums through mobile financial service (MFS) providers as the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (Idra) looks to facilitate the use of modern technologies in the industry.
2 October 2023, 11:42 AM
Winter vegetable saplings get 4-5 times costlier
Due to an increase in import costs and supply failing to keep up with demand, winter vegetable saplings have become four to five times costlier this year in Bogura’s sapling villages in the Shajahanpur upazila.
1 October 2023, 07:50 AM
Supply of day-old chicks drops, leads to price hike of broilers
The price of broiler chicken, one of the biggest sources of protein, has seen a sudden and sharp increase in the retail market due to low supply of day-old chicks (DOCs).
27 September 2023, 03:00 AM
Price capping a windfall for syndicates?
Govt move fails for lack of strong oversight on suppliers
24 September 2023, 18:00 PM
Insurers to be brought under corporate governance guideline
The government is going to formulate corporate governance guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and good governance in the operation of insurance companies in Bangladesh.
22 September 2023, 05:55 AM
Potatoes, eggs, onions still not being sold at govt-fixed prices
Potatoes, eggs and onions are not being sold at the price fixed by the government at the retail level despite government agencies conducting raids.
21 September 2023, 01:00 AM
Market for pet food, accessories growing
A rise in the number of people who welcome pets into their homes and trends such as a humanisation of pets and ethical pet ownership have led to a boom in demand for pet food and related accessories.
19 September 2023, 00:00 AM
Traders flee shops during DNCRP drive
The officials of the Directorate of National Consumers’ Right Protection (DNCRP) did not find any trader in many shops during their drive at Karwan Bazar yesterday afternoon.
18 September 2023, 18:00 PM
Traders leave shops vacant during DNCRP drive
The DNCRP conducted the drive in Dhaka’s Karwan Bazar today
18 September 2023, 14:39 PM