Competition in public procurement has intensified after amending the government procurement rules, with the number of bids per tender rising to 8.5 by the end of last year from just 2.7 three months earlier, according to government data.

The progress is reflected in a stable exchange rate, a build-up of foreign reserves, and moderate improvements in inflation

Mutual Trust Bank PLC (MTB) yesterday held its “Annual Town Hall 2026” in Dhaka.

Md Omar Faruk Khan, managing director of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, has received the “Lifetime Excellence in Islamic Banking Leadership Award” at the Global NRB Awards-2025 for his outstanding contribution and dynamic leadership in the Islamic banking sector.

BRAC Bank has appointed Md Asif Bin Idris to the post of deputy managing director (DMD) and head of corporate, commercial and institutional banking, effective from December 30, 2025.

The tax system is a vital foundation for the socio-economic structure

Reinstates current rates for the next six months

Sk Bashir Uddin sits with the leaders of Bangladesh Jute Spinners Association

The National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) is built on three core identifiers: IMEI, MSISDN, and IMSI

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He made the remarks after visiting the BTRC headquarters in Dhaka

Says industry leaders, experts

Some traders linked the recent price rise to stockpiling ahead of Ramadan

At the core of their concerns is the absence of trade agreements

Says chairman of jute spinners’ association

The 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) opened yesterday, showcasing locally made products to both domestic and international buyers.

VAT remains the single largest source of government revenue

The association urged immediate government action

The leading chamber demanded all stakeholders ensure a inclusive, credible electoral process

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