Meanwhile, BSEC officials returned to work without withdrawing ‘break in service’ agenda

The expansion of women-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is strengthening Bangladesh’s economy by driving employment, boosting production, and enhancing market competitiveness amid growing demand for sustainable business growth and financial inclusion, said a press release.

I perused the 2024 audited financials of Citibank, N.A., Bank Alfalah, Habib Bank, and Commercial Bank of Ceylon in the newspapers last week.

The ongoing standoff at the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) that kicked off on Wednesday last week could be described as a battle on thin ice.

In the last election of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), at least 900 persons who were not members of the trade body were incorporated in the voter list, said a Forum Panel leader of the BGMEA yesterday.

Bangladesh requires around 100,000 new apartments every year. Despite having the capacity to meet this demand, realtors can only supply 8 percent of the required units, leaving a substantial gap.

Aarong, a popular lifestyle brand, unveiled one of the world’s largest craft stores on Friday, captivating customers and garnering an overwhelmingly positive response.

Navigating the labyrinth of macroeconomic management is particularly challenging during periods of interim leadership.

For several months, food inflation had also remained in double digits

Several Bangladeshi firms have partnered with Starlink to support the setup of ground earth stations in Bangladesh.

"This store is a proud testament to Bangladesh moving boldly into the future," said Tamara Abed, managing director of BRAC Enterprises, according to a press release.

On International Women's Day 2025, the Bangladesh Poultry Industries Central Council (BPICC) and the US Soybean Export Council (USSEC) underscored the need to support women entrepreneurs and ensure adequate nutrition to sustain their contributions, according to a press release. 

The association stated that such indiscipline is a violation of the law and a punishable offence.  

Navigating the labyrinth of macroeconomic management is particularly challenging during periods of interim leadership.

The officials are accused of unlawful confinement amid internal turmoil at BSEC

The customer, Md Murtoza Ali, earlier submitted a petition, accusing the bank's board, MD of embezzling Tk 11cr

Yasmin represents the millions of women excluded from the labour force, who say that family and household work is a significant setback to their employment.

Pioneer Insurance Company Ltd has recommended a 25 percent cash dividend for shareholders for the year that ended on December 31, 2024, according to a disclosure published on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) website yesterday.

Onion farmers, who saw high profits last year, are now struggling due to a sharp drop in prices at the peak of the harvesting season.

Molla Nasiruddin took his donkey to the roof, but it refused to come down. Despite his efforts, the stubborn donkey resisted, kicking relentlessly.