- UK and US refuse to sign international AI declaration
- Capital market taskforce recommends modernization of 'Margin Rules, 1999'
- ‘Regional unity only way to confront terrorist Israeli regime’
- Nahid Rana regains full pace after break
- Direct flight between Dhaka and Hanoi discussed
- 607 arrested in 3rd day of 'Operation Devil Hunt’
- Canada vows swift retaliation to Trump tariffs
- Sudan war is world's 'worst humanitarian crisis': AU
- Adviser Farida for developing vaccines locally
- Verdicts of 3-4 cases related to July killings by Oct: Law adviser
- Bangladesh 2nd most experienced team in Champions Trophy
- Trump warning 'further complicates' Gaza truce: Hamas
- EU chief announces 200-bn-euro AI investment push
- World Bank renews support for Bangladesh reformations
- Fiorentina blast racist abuse of Italy striker Moise Kean
- Ireland wants to help Bangladesh in democratic transition
- DSE records year’s highest turnover
- Esports Olympics to debut in Saudi Arabia later than expected in 2027
- CA seeks continued US support for key projects, reforms
- Former Habiganj MP Majid Khan lands in jail
Investments in country’s start-ups plunge by 43%
New investments in the countrys start-ups have dropped significantly in 2024 compared to the previous year due to political volatility, economic uncertainties, and changing global trends. According to a report titled Bangladesh Startup Investments Report 2024: Year In Review, published by...
US cancels funding to UNRWA
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order withdrawing Washington from the UN Human Rights Council and UNRWA, the refugee agency that works primarily with the Palestinians being oppressed by the Israeli regime, Press TV reported. Trump signed the order in the Oval Office of the...
ECNEC approves Tk 4,068.23 Cr project to expand Mongla Port facilities
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved a Tk 4,068.23 crore project aimed at expanding and modernizing facilities at Mongla Port. The decision was made during the 7th meeting of ECNEC for FY25, held at the NEC Conference Room in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka, and...
Only 42% progress after 3 years!
The Teesta Irrigation Expansion Project, launched in January 2022 with a budget of approximately 1,500 crore taka, was originally scheduled to finish by June 2024. However, after three years, only 42% of the work has been completed. Mahbubur Rahman, chief engineer of the Rangpur Water Development...
Indonesia's Baznas sets target of Rp750 billion for Gaza reconstruction
Indonesias National Alms Agency (Baznas) is aiming to raise Rp750 billion (US$46 million) in charitable funds to help rebuild essential public infrastructure in Gaza, including hospitals, schools, and mosques. Baznas Head for National Digital Transformation, Nadratuzzaman Hosen, stated that an...
E-commerce scam involving billions of taka fades into shadows
Companies like Evaly, Alesha Mart, and E-Orange stand accused of defrauding customers of billions of taka, leaving thousands of affected customers without refunds or recourse. These once-prominent e-commerce platforms, which flourished during the Awami League government, have largely ceased...
State-subsidized loans at 3% interest for Nepalese startups launching in March 2025
Nepalese startups will soon benefit from subsidized loans, with disbursement beginning in March 2025 under the Startup Enterprise Credit Operation Work Procedure. Eligible startups can borrow up to $18,800 (equivalent to Rs2.5 million) at an annual interest rate of 3%, aiming to boost innovation...
BMCA hails internet access as fundamental right in Bangladesh
The recognition of continuous internet access as a fundamental right in Section 2(5) of the Cyber Security Ordinance 2024 is considered a major achievement for consumers in Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Mobile Phone Consumers Association (BMCA), a leading organisation advocating for consumer...
US avoids shutdown with last-minute funding bill
Both houses of US Congresspassed a three-month funding bill that will avert agovernment shutdownthat would havedisrupted everything from law enforcement to national parks. The Democratic-controlled Senate, in an 85-11 vote, passed the bill to continue funding the US government 38 minutes after...
Bangladesh sees $124 million drop in blocked airline funds over six months
The amount of airline funds blocked from being sent out of Bangladesh has dropped by $124 million in the last six months, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The blocked funds have reduced from $320 million in April to $196 million now. However, Bangladesh is still...
Meta platforms donates $1 million to Trump’s inaugural fund, signaling shift in relations
Meta Platforms has donated $1 million to President-elect Donald Trumps inaugural fund, marking a shift in CEO Mark Zuckerbergs previously strained relationship with the incoming administration. The company confirmed the donation, which contrasts with past practices, especially following Trumps...
Anybotics secures $60M to expand autonomous industrial robots in the U.S.
Swiss robotics company Anybotics has raised an additional $60 million to complete its Series B funding round, bringing the total to $110 million. This latest investment comes 18 months after the company initially announced the $50 million Series B, marking a significant step in its mission to...
Who will account for 17 lakh crores of smuggled funds?
The nations economy is grappling with the detrimental effects of smuggling, while expatriates continue to send their hard-earned money back home. Meanwhile, corrupt officials and bribery networks are siphoning off the countrys wealth, leading to extravagant lifestyles abroad. These dishonest...
Who will account for the 17 lakh crores of smuggled funds?
The nations economy is grappling with the detrimental effects of smuggling, while expatriates continue to send their hard-earned money back home. Meanwhile, corrupt officials and bribery networks are siphoning off the countrys wealth, leading to extravagant lifestyles abroad. These dishonest...