- No place for autocracy in Bangladesh: Moin Khan
- The Power of Sisu
- BNP to review Reform Commission proposal and provide opinions: Salahuddin
- Asiya laid to rest, entire village engulfed in grief
- CA asks to stay ready for facing LDC graduation challenges
- FAO, Bangladesh to work jointly for fostering food security
- India's statement on Bangladesh elections unwarranted: Foreign Ministry
- Simeone stays positive after another defeat by Atletico against Madrid
- UN Secretary General arrives in Dhaka
- South Africa-EU summit centers on boosting trade and diplomatic ties
- Saif Ali Khan resumes work after stabbing incident
- Australian ex-cricketer MacGill found guilty of cocaine supply charge
- Bangladesh elected VP of South Asian Para Sports Federation
- Travel embargo imposed on ex-BGB DG Shafeenul, wife
- China is taking issue with Trump’s move to link tariffs to fentanyl
- Govt approves BSMMU’s renaming to ‘Bangladesh Medical University’
- Yunus to hold talks with Xi on March 28: Foreign Ministry
- Magura child rape trial to begin in 7 days: Law Advisor
- Trump claims to back free speech, critics differ
- Putin likely to set his own terms for Ukraine ceasefire
Saudi oil giant Aramco reports decline in annual profit, cuts dividend
Saudi Arabias state oil giant, Aramco, has announced a decline in its net profit for 2024, reporting $106.2 billion, down from $121.3 billion in 2023, UNB reported, citing other agencies. The company also revealed a significant reduction in its dividend payouts for 2025, expecting total...
Acute gas crisis cripples industries
Years of disrupted gas supply have brought export-oriented industries and other factories to a severe production crisis. In key sectors such as textiles, ceramics, and ready-made garments, the captive power plants require a gas pressure of 15 PSI (pounds per square inch), but they are typically...
US’s Lockheed Martin delivers first F-16 block 70 jet to Bulgaria
Lockheed Martin of the United States has delivered Bulgarias first F-16 Block 70 fighter jet, marking a significant milestone in the countrys air force modernization efforts. The announcement came on Monday following a ceremony held last Friday in Greenville, South Carolina, where the aircraft was...
Boeing reports $11.8 billion loss in 2024 after challenging year
Boeing announced a fourth-quarter loss of $3.8 billion on Tuesday, bringing its annual loss for 2024 to $11.8 billion, marking another difficult year for the U.S. planemaker. The company cited a machinists strike, job cuts, and issues with government programs as major factors contributing to nearly...
Thailand’s auto industry faces uncertain future
Thailands automotive industry is under pressure as new car sales remain uncertain due to an uneven economic recovery, the Bank of Thailand reported. According to the Monetary Policy Committees Q4 2024 report, pickup sales recovery lags behind passenger cars due to weaker purchasing power among...
US Steelworkers Union slams Nippon Steel's proposal for lack of long-term commitment
The United Steelworkers union has raised concerns over Nippon Steels latest proposal regarding its potential merger with U.S. Steel, specifically criticizing its provision that grants the U.S. government veto power over future production cuts, reports Reuters. The union, which has staunchly...
Toyota’s global production declines for 10th month despite rising sales
Toyota Motor Corporation reported its 10th consecutive monthly decline in global production for November, even as sales rose for the second straight month. The Japanese automaker produced 869,230 vehicles worldwide, a 6.2% drop compared to the same month last year and a steeper decline than...
Government plans to drill 100 gas wells to alleviate crisis
The government of Bangladesh has unveiled an ambitious plan to tackle the ongoing gas shortage and reduce its reliance on costly LNG imports by drilling 100 new and existing gas wells between 2025 and 2028. The move aims to enhance domestic gas production and ensure a steady supply to industries,...
Egg-chicken production to stop from Jan 1 if demands not met: Poultry Association
Bangladesh Poultry Association (BPA) has raised 10 demands, including ensuring fair prices for the products produced by the countrys marginal farmers and closing down the companies syndicate. The organization has announced to stop egg and chicken production in marginal poultry farms across the...