- ’18 crore people won’t let India occupy even an inch of land’
- Tk 1.5 billion granted for treatment of injured in July Uprising
- Govt to sell hilsa at Tk600/kg from tomorrow
- Hasina will be brought to country and tried: Press Secretary
- 'Bangladesh Single Window' to be effective within March: Lutfey Siddiqi
- Riders to celebrate GSL triumph with fans in Rangpur
- One more dies of dengue
- ‘Government to try holding national elections in December’
- Matiur sent to jail in arms case
- Danish have hygge, Irish have the craic, Welsh have hwyl’
- Zia’s 89th birth anniversary Sunday
- History will be trash if Chatradal's struggle is ignored: JCD President
- War against extortion will continue: Jamaat Ameer
- Jamal wants more footballers like Hamza to play for Bangladesh
- Israeli airport suspends flights following Yemen's attack
- Recommendation made to cut addl duty on drugs: Adviser
- Tigress start U19 T20 World Cup defeating Nepal
- Civic volunteer convicted in RG Kar rape-murder case
- Don’t elect thieves: M Shakhawat
- Review hearing to restore caretaker government tomorrow
Research is vital for a country’s progress – DU VC Niaz Khan at UIU symposium
The importance of research in academic growth and national development was at the forefront of discussions at the 2nd Undergraduate Research Symposium (URS) 2024, organized by the School of Business and Economics (SoBE) at United International University (UIU). The award ceremony, held on Monday,...
Govt pushes for faster ADP implementation
The Planning Commission is sending letters to all ministries and divisions to complete their ongoing projects as quickly as possible to accelerate the Annual Development Programme (ADP) implementation rate, which is record low right now. Aiming to expedite the ongoing development projects, the...
FDC to brim with election excitement on Friday
The Film Development Corporation (FDC), known as the birthplace of the film industry, has seen a decrease in activity due to the decline in film production, leading to fewer filmmakers and artists visiting. However, during election periods for different organizations, FDC becomes quite vibrant....
ADB to provide $1b annually for Bangladesh's development
Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide US $1 billion to Bangladesh annually in concessional financing over the next five years. ADB Country Director Hoe Yun Jeong came up with the assurance when he met Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan at the Forest Department...
Projects are being affected as donors not disbursing funds
Foreign aid supply flow falls because of go slow policy of several Asian stakeholders. Funding disbursement from development partners have significantly decreased during a crucial moment, when Bangladesh needs dollars to increase its forex reserves. Officials informed that they see a slow pace...
40 receive certificates after completing training at Bashundhara Language and Skill Center
40 participants received certificates after successfull competition of training at Bashundhara Language and Skill Development Center (BLSDC) in South Keraniganj of the capital. They received their certificates after undergoing 60 days of practical training under the Comprehensive Rural...
Bangladesh secures $1.16 billion WB financing for climate-resilient development
Bangladesh has secured $1.16 billion in World Bank financing to bolster its efforts in enhancing health services, improving water and sanitation infrastructure, and advancing green, climate-resilient development. The approval, announced by the World Banks Board of Executive Directors on Thursday...
ADB approves $100m more loan for infrastructure development
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million loan in additional financing to support critical infrastructure development through publicprivate partnerships (PPP) in Bangladesh, reports UNB. This project will enable Bangladesh to catalyse private sector financing, reduce pressure...
Economic and income inequality a major concern at present: Dr Wahiduddin
Planning and Finance Adviser Dr Wahiduddin Mahmud said, Bangladesh is set to witness a political shift next year. At the opening session of the Annual Baltic Conference on Defence (ABCD) in Dhaka on Saturday, organized by the Bangladesh Institute of Development Studies (BIDS), he alluded to...
IEEFA: PDB could save US$1.2 billion annually with power sector reforms
The Power Development Board (PDB) could save Bangladesh Tk 138 billion (US$1.2 billion) in annual losses, currently covered by government subsidies, by implementing reforms in the countrys electricity sector, according to a new report from the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis...
$14-24b ADP lost to political extortion, bribery during AL regime
The White Paper on state of Economy of Bangladesh reveals dark secret of the development projects during Sheikh Hasina regime. According to the report, $14-24 billion (1.61-2.80 lakh crore BDT) of $60 billion invested in ADP and development projects has been lost to political extortion, bribery,...
ADB commits $24.3 million for solar power plant in Mymensingh
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a financing package worth $24.3 million with Muktagacha Solartech Energy Limited (MSEL) to establish a grid-connected solar photovoltaic power plant in Mymensingh. As the sole mandated lead arranger, the Manila-based financial institution took charge...
Masato Kanda elected as ADB president
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Board of Governors has unanimously elected Masato Kanda as ADBs 11th President. Kanda, 59, currently serves as special advisor to Japans Prime Minister and Minister of Finance. He will assume office on 24 February 2025, succeeding Masatsugu Asakawa, who will...
Govt plans to integrate 'Three Zero' theory with SDG activities
The government is exploring the incorporation of the Three Zero theory, developed by Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus, to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to government policymakers, applying this theory at both public and private levels could significantly...
BIDA chief encourages Chinese investors to explore opportunities in post-US election era
Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun, Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), has extended an invitation to China-based manufacturers to invest in Bangladesh following recent developments in the post-US election landscape. In an open letter to Chinese investors,...
South Korea's development: A model for our future growth
Bangladeshs economy is showing steady improvement, driven by the growth of its garment industry and significant remittances from expatriates. This progress has led to increased production and economic activity, raising the standard of living compared to previous years. In 1975, the countrys per...
Bangladesh to receive $1.1bn from ADB, WB by Dec: Finance secretary
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank will provide $600 million and $500 million in loan assistance respectively by December 2024, said Finance Secretary Dr Md Khairuzzaman Mozumder on Tuesday. He made the disclosure during a press conference at the Ministry of Finance, organised...
BMDA aims to operate irrigation deep pumps via mobile apps
Barind Multipurpose Development Authority (BMDA) is very much optimistic about operating its irrigation deep tube-wells through using mobile apps, reports BSS. BMDA, the ever-largest irrigation-providing state-owned entity in the countrys northwest region consisting of all 16 districts under...