Bangladesh to seek 20,000 additional hajj slots

Bangladesh faces a problem with 20,000 waitlisted hajj pilgrims who fall outside its fixed quota for the 2027 pilgrimage. Saudi Arabia had already filled its earlier allotted quota of 78,500 Bangladeshi pilgrims for the 1448 Hijri hajj. On Sunday, Mr. Syed Golam Sarwar, president of the Hajj Agencies Association of Bangladesh (HAAB), and Mr. Farid […]Continue Reading

Tariffs, Taxes Driving Up Electricity Prices

The unjust war imposed by the United States in the Middle East has sent shockwaves across the world, and Bangladesh is no exception. The war has driven international energy prices sky high, adding heavy pressure on subsidies in the national budget. To manage this pressure, the government has been forced to raise fuel oil prices […]Continue Reading

PM to Tour Three Countries in October-November

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman returned home from New York on Sunday after attending the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. His visit was aimed at strengthening Bangladesh’s position on the international stage. He is now preparing to visit Japan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia in October and November. Diplomatic activities have already begun ahead […]Continue Reading

Full Faith in Allah (SWT) to Return to Constitution

Home Minister and chairman of the special committee on constitutional reform Salahuddin Ahmed said a constitutional amendment bill may be placed before Parliament during its first session in January next year. The bill is expected to propose changes to several provisions, including the Preamble. “Full faith and trust in Almighty Allah (SWT)” will be restored […]Continue Reading

Wall Street Signals Bangladesh Is Ready for Investment as New Opportunities Open Up

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has returned home after attending the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. His meetings with major economic powers and efforts to strengthen bilateral relations have sent a new message about Bangladesh’s economic prospects. The visit highlighted Bangladesh’s openness to business and is expected to improve the country’s standing Continue Reading