Bangladesh becomes Asia’s 9th largest economy
The country ranks as second-largest economy, following India in south Asia Bangladesh has emerged as the ninth-largest economy in Asia based on the size of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP),…
Soybean: A powerhouse of high-quality protein for humans and animals
Industry leaders and stakeholders from Bangladesh’s poultry and feed sectors have highlighted the vital role of soybean as a sustainable, high-quality, and cost-effective source of protein for both human nutrition…
Govt forms taskforce to review BBS data quality
The government has established an eight-member expert taskforce to evaluate the quality, transparency, and accessibility of data produced by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS).Chaired by Dr. Hossain Zillur Rahman,…
Police to seek INTERPOL’s help to arrest fugitive officers: IGP
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam has announced that the Bangladesh Police is seeking the support of the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) to arrest its members who fled…
US LNG deals could volatile Bangladesh’s energy market: Experts warn
As US trade pressures, Asian economies including Bangladesh—are increasingly turning to American liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports to offset trade deficits. However, energy experts warn this strategy could backfire, locking…
Rajshahi’s historic step toward water security
Groundbreaking of Surface Water Treatment Plant promises a sustainable future with 200 million liters of purified water daily, ending reliance on groundwater. In the heart of Bangladesh’s northwestern plains, a…
6th death anniversary of journalist Mahfuz Ullah observed
The sixth death anniversary of Mahfuz Ullah — celebrated journalist, media personality, writer, columnist, and political analyst — was solemnly observed on Sunday with prayers, Quran recitation, and wreath-laying at…
Gas transport from Bhola halted, factory operations disrupted
Gas supply from Bhola to key industrial zones has been halted for nearly ten days due to local protests, disrupting production in 13 factories across Dhaka, Gazipur, Manikganj, and Munshiganj.…
Govt forms 8-member committee to probe nationwide grid failure
The government has established an eight-member probe committee to investigate Saturday’s power grid failure that caused widespread electricity outages across 21 districts, including areas in Barishal and Khulna divisions.The announcement…
Latif Shahrear Zahedee appointed to CAVA board of administration
M A Latif Shahrear Zahedee, Senior Vice President of Bangladesh Volleyball Federation, has been appointed as a member of the Board of Administration of the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA).The…