Three long-closed state-owned jute mills are set to reopen under private management following lease agreements signed by the Bangladesh Jute Mills Corporation (BJMC). The agreements were signed today in the presence of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman between BJMC and PRAN-RFL Group and HAMCO Continue Reading
Dhaka Bank PLC, one of the country’s oldest private-sector banks, remained profitable in the first half of 2026, but its unaudited January-June financial statements show pressure on several key financial indicators. Deposits fell by more than Tk 700 crore, operating cash flow turned negative, borrowing from other banks increased sharply, while shareholders’ equity and Continue Reading
The United States should not impose policies that make life harder for Bangladesh’s poor people while presenting itself as a global champion of democracy, human rights, free markets and good governance. The US has repeatedly applied these principles selectively, supporting authoritarian regimes when doing so serves its geopolitical or economic interests. This ‘double Continue Reading
Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman said today that the government has not yet made a policy decision on a possible visit by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to India, despite invitations from the Indian government and BIMSTEC. Responding to reporters, Dr. Rahman said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had sent an invitation on the day the […]Continue Reading
At least 17 Bangladeshi migrant workers were killed in a fire at a sofa factory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on monday. According to the Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment, Saudi rescue teams recovered the bodies from inside the factory. The victims include 10 residents of Atrai upazila in Naogaon and three from Naldanga […]Continue Reading
Bangladesh has requested New Delhi to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently staying in India, to face trial in cases related to crimes against humanity. At the same time, Bangladesh has also requested the extradition of Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader. The requests were made during a courtesy meeting between members […]Continue Reading
Education and Primary and Mass Education Minister Dr A N M Ehsanul Haque Milon has said that the contribution of Bangladesh Jamiatul Modarresin to the development of madrasa education is unforgettable. He said the non-political organisation of madrasa teachers and employees has worked for madrasa education and teachers’ welfare since its establishment. From founder Maulana Continue Reading
India’s invitation to the PM Tariq Rahman to visit New Delhi comes at a politically sensitive moment in Bangladesh-India relations, particularly because ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina remains in India. As the current chair of BIMSTEC, the PM has been invited to attend the outreach session of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi in September. […]Continue Reading
India’s intelligence agency Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) chief Parag Jain arrived in Dhaka on a sudden visit, drawing attention amid heightened tensions between Bangladesh and India. The visit comes after fugitive former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been sentenced to death, was allowed by India to address a virtual press conference despite Dhaka’s […]Continue Reading
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday visited Babunagar Al-Jameatul Uloom Madrasa in Fatikchhari, Chattogram, where he met Hefazat-e-Islam Amir Allama Shah Muhibbullah Babunagari and held a discussion with senior Islamic scholars. During a private meeting, the Prime Minister exchanged greetings with Babunagari, inquired about his health and sought his prayers. “Huzur, I Continue Reading






















