UNI Global Union lauds amended labour law of Bangladesh

UNI Global is an international platform of trade unions.
15 April 2026, 20:15 PM

iFarmer secures $1.5m foreign funding to strengthen agri value chain

The funding comes from Swiss market access platform Symbiotics
15 April 2026, 19:26 PM

Automotive trade show begins on April 23

The event will bring together multiple segments of the automotive industry under one roof
15 April 2026, 18:52 PM

Restoring trust in Bangladesh’s capital market: how blockchain and AI can end IPO fraud

The capital market in Bangladesh faces persistent problems with trust
15 April 2026, 12:00 PM

Starlink in Bangladesh: Blazing fast, but few can afford

Bangladesh's Starlink service is currently among the most responsive in the Asia-Pacific, but high package prices make it unaffordable for ordinary households, according to a new report by Ookla, a global internet performance-tracking firm.
13 April 2026, 21:26 PM

Transaction-based reference rate introduced in money market

From now on, interest rates will no longer be determined solely based on banks’ quoted rates
13 April 2026, 18:53 PM

Tax return deadline extended for companies until May 15

This is the second extension of the deadline
13 April 2026, 17:29 PM

Middle East war may dent Bangladesh’s growth, RMG output and exports: Sanem

The war in the Middle East could weigh on Bangladesh’s economy, disrupting output in key sectors, particularly the readymade garment (RMG) industry, according to a study by the South Asian Network on Economic Modelling (Sanem)
9 April 2026, 20:47 PM

Bangladesh's direct tax spending fell 8% in FY23

The expenditure hit Tk 1.07 lakh crore, down from Tk 1.15 lakh crore in the previous year
9 April 2026, 20:08 PM

Interim govt failed to deliver reforms due to lack of planning: CPD

The last interim government was legitimate, but it was not elected and lacked both economic philosophy and planning
9 April 2026, 18:26 PM

Pre-shipment credit refinance scheme extended until 2030: BB

The aim is to ensure continued financing support for export-oriented industries amid persistent global economic uncertainty
9 April 2026, 17:52 PM

Korean firm to invest $24 million at Bepza Economic Zone

The company will produce a wide range of items, including steel, aluminium and iron frames, fibreglass poles, tents and sleeping bags
6 April 2026, 17:57 PM

BKMEA wants changes to amended labour law

The association made the call in a press conference
5 April 2026, 21:20 PM

PM forms private sector business council

The Private Sector Advisory Council has nine members
4 April 2026, 20:20 PM

What is Bangla QR?

Bangla QR is Bangladesh’s interoperable national quick response (QR) payment standard introduced by Bangladesh Bank.
2 April 2026, 21:01 PM

Nagad posts highest ever MFS transaction in Q1

The company transacted Tk 111,355 crore in 2026’s first three months, posting a 21% year-on-year growth
2 April 2026, 19:54 PM
1 April 2026, 20:51 PM

Securing Bangladesh’s energy future

In recent weeks, energy has been one of the most discussed topics—whether in the news, seminars, articles, or the global stock market—not just for Bangladesh but for the rest of the world. Securing energy resources is key, as it determines how the economy will prosper in the years ahead.
1 April 2026, 19:34 PM

Remittance inflow hits all-time high

Migrants sent home $3.75 billion in March this year
1 April 2026, 18:50 PM

Revisiting tax policies for private sector employees in FY27 budget

Bangladesh’s tax system has traditionally been based on the principle of progressive taxation—an equitable framework where higher-income individuals contribute proportionately more, enabling the state to finance public welfare.
1 April 2026, 17:50 PM