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Dhaka ranks 6th globally in air pollution

UNB — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:31:37 +0600

Dhaka ranked 6th among the world's most polluted cities on Thursday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 168 at 09:10am. The air quality was classified as ‘unhealthy’, meaning the concentration of pollutants in the air had reached a level that could pose health risks to the general population, according to the AQI scale. Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia ranked first with... Details

Biman signs deal with Airbus to acquire 10 jets

UNB — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:20:00 +0600

Biman Bangladesh Airlines on Wednesday signed an agreement with Airbus to acquire 10 new aircraft -- four A350-900 widebody aircraft for long-haul international operations and six A321neo single-aisle aircraft for regional operations. The aircraft are expected to join Biman’s fleet from around 2033, according to the preliminary roadmap of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism. The... Details

GDP growth accelerates to 3.68% in FY26

UNB — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:00:43 +0600

The country’s GDP growth accelerated to 3.68 percent in the 2025-26 fiscal year, driven mainly by stronger performances in the industrial and services sectors in the fourth quarter, according to provisional estimates by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS). GDP growth at constant prices stood at 4.60 percent in the fourth quarter of FY26, sharply up from 2.05 percent in the same... Details

22-day ban on Hilsa catching begins at midnight

UNB — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:50:00 +0600

The government has imposed a ban on Hilsa catching, selling, transporting and hoarding for the next 22 days from midnight tonight to protect mother Hilsa for ensuring safe breeding. The restriction will remain effective from October 8 to October 29. The decision was taken at a meeting of the National Taskforce Committee on Hilsa Resource Development held at the... Details

Food inflation rises, pushes up overall inflation in September

UNB — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:45:35 +0600

The point-to-point inflation rose to 8.34 percent in September 2026 from 8.26 percent in August, according to data released by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) on Wednesday. However, the rate was slightly lower than the 8.36 percent recorded in September last year. Food inflation increased to 7.22 percent in September from 7.02 percent in August, while non-food inflation edged down... Details

ECNEC clears Rampal solar power plant project

UNB — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:43:32 +0600

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) on Wednesday approved Rampal solar power plant and 12 other development projects involving Tk 16,207.55 crore. The projects included 10 new schemes, two revised ones and one involving an extension of the project period. The government will provide Tk 10,600.80 crore from its own funds, while Tk 4,081.85 crore will come as... Details

Low likely over Bay, rain predicted for 5 days

UNB — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:41:22 +0600

A low-pressure system is likely to develop over the central Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas, bringing light to moderate rain or thundershowers across Bangladesh over the next five days from 9am Wednesday, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). “Light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at a few places over... Details

Historic cinema hall, 20 shops gutted in Mymensingh fire

UNB — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:12:25 +0600

A devastating fire destroyed historic Jhalmhal Cinema Hall and around 20 adjoining business establishments in Gauripur municipality of Mymensingh early Wednesday. The fire started around 2:15am apparently from a LPG gas cylinder warehouse near the cinema hall, said Fire Service and Civil Defence Assistant Director Purna Chandra Mutsuddi. Four units of the Fire Service and Civil Defence... Details

Footpaths reclaimed in Mirpur, bringing relief to pedestrians

BSS — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:11:09 +0600

For Shariful Islam, a resident of Mirpur for nearly two decades, walking along the footpath at Mirpur-10 with his wife and two children was an emotional experience. Holding his children's hands as they walked, Shariful said he had never before been able to enjoy such a simple family walk as the footpaths had long remained occupied by illegal shops and vendors. "I have lived here for 20 years,... Details

Mechanical faults halt power generation at Barapukuria power plant

UNB — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:17:02 +0600

Power generation at the Barapukuria Thermal Power Plant in Dinajpur had to be completely suspended from Tuesday morning due to mechanical faults, as its two operational units of the 525MW plant have gone offline one after another. Chief Engineer Abu Bakar Siddique said the 125MW Unit-1, one of the two operational units, shut down at 6:20am Monday due to a mechanical fault. The unit had been... Details

Biman to sign deal for 10 Airbus tomorrow

BSS — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:53:36 +0600

Biman Bangladesh Airlines is scheduled to sign an agreement with Airbus tomorrow to acquire 10 aircraft, advancing its long-term fleet expansion programme alongside the planned purchase of 25 Boeing aircraft. The agreement covers four A350-900 wide-body aircraft and six A321neo narrow-body jets, officials familiar with the development said. President and Managing Director of Airbus India and... Details

Rain likely across country

BSS — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:28:30 +0600

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted rain in different parts of the country in next 24 hours commencing from 9 am. "Light to moderate rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at one or two places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram & Sylhet divisions," said a Met office bulletin issued this... Details

PM joins Children’s Rights Day, Shishu Academy’s 50th anniversary event

UNB — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:22:03 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday joined a programme marking Children’s Rights Day 2026 and the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh Shishu Academy. The three-day observance is being held at Bangladesh Shishu Academy in the capital from October 6 to 8, with this year’s theme “Let every child have a secure future.” Around 150 children welcomed the prime minister upon... Details

19 banks halt card, ATM, digital services for system upgrades

UNB — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 07:03:58 +0600

Digital banking services, including card transactions, ATM withdrawals, POS payments, e-commerce, QR code payments, and National Payment Switch Bangladesh (NPSB) transfers, across 19 banks are facing temporary disruptions due to scheduled system upgrades and maintenance. According to notices issued by the banks, the disruption stems from system migration under the Q-Cash network, which runs... Details

Remittance inflow rises 16.2pc to US$8.98b in July-Oct 4

BSS — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:06:03 +0600

Bangladesh received US$8.979 billion in workers' remittances during July 1 to October 4 of the current fiscal year (FY2026-27), marking a 16.2 percent increase from US$7.726 billion received during the corresponding period of FY2025-26. According to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank, the country received US$388 million in remittances during October 1-4, 2026, compared with US$141 million... Details

Consumers hit hard as cylinders vanish amid rampant overcharging

UNB — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:04:26 +0600

Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders have become scarce in Dhaka city as some retailers are selling the cylinders at higher prices covertly, fearing raids and mobile courts by the administration. Amid artificial scarcity of LPG supply, the retailers continue charging higher rates, ignoring the fixed prices, even after the latest hike. During the last few years, the LPG cylinders were... Details

WB to provide $300m for food security; deal signed

BSS — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:46:55 +0600

A financing agreement was signed today between the Government of Bangladesh and the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group for an amount of Special Drawing Rights (SDR) 219,200,000.00 equivalent to $ 300.00 million to implement the "Emergency Support for Food Security Project". The implementation period of the project is from 1st July 2026 to 30 June 2027.... Details

Dengue toll climbs to 271 as 9 more die in a day

UNB — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:47:52 +0600

Nine more people died of dengue and 1,902 new patients were hospitalised in the country in the 24 hours until 8:00am on Monday. With the latest fatalities, the dengue death toll has risen to 271 in the country this year, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Among them, three died in Dhaka North City Corporation area, two died in Barishal division and one each... Details

Govt committed to safe, sustainable housing for all: PM

BSS — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:00:31 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today said the government is firmly committed to ensuring safe, affordable, environment-friendly and sustainable housing with basic services and facilities for all citizens. “Ensuring not merely a house but housing that is safe, affordable, environment-friendly and equipped with basic services and facilities is the government’s goal,” he said.... Details

Gold prices cut by Tk 1,691 per bhori

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:43:41 +0600

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has cut the price of gold by Tk 1,691 per bhori, setting the price of 22-carat gold at Tk 2,29,081 per bhori, including VAT. The new price come into effect from 10am Monday, BAJUS said in a notice issued in the morning. According to the notice, the price of pure gold, locally known as Tejabi gold, has declined in the local market. Considering the... Details

PM Tarique joins World Habitat Day discussion

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:11:08 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday joined a discussion marking World Habitat Day 2026, focusing on universal housing and sustainable urbanisation. The programme, organised by the Ministry of Housing and Public Works, is being held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Dhaka under the theme “Universal Housing, Sustainable Urbanisation.” Before joining the... Details

Dhaka ranks world’s second most polluted city

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:22:48 +0600

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, ranked second among the world’s most polluted cities on Monday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 185 at 8:45 am. The city’s air was classified as ‘unhealthy’, indicating a health threat, according to the AQI report. India’s Delhi and Kolkata occupied the first and third spots on the list, with AQI scores of... Details

Master plans being prepared to ensure planned urbanisation: PM

UNB — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:44:43 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday said the government is preparing master plans for every City Corporation and district in the country to ensure planned urbanisation. “The present government considers ‘housing for all’ not merely as ensuring a house, but as an integrated guarantee of safe water, sanitation, a clean environment and necessary civic services. So, the... Details

Six die of dengue, 2,089 hospitalised overnight

BSS — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:55:20 +0600

Health officials today said they recorded 2,089 fresh cases of dengue onslaughts killing at least six persons in the last 24 hours. "Out of 2,089, 203 patients were hospitalised in Barishal division, 324 in Chattogram division, 514 in Dhaka division, 196 in Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) and 106 in Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) areas, 330 in Khulna division, 99 in Mymensingh... Details

LPG price rises by Tk21 per kg

UNB — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:09:34 +0600

Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has raised the retail price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Tk21 per kilogramme for October, taking the price of a 12kg cylinder up by Tk252 to Tk1,837. The new prices will take effect from 6pm on Sunday and remain in force until further orders, according to a BERC notification issued on Sunday. The regulator fixed the retail price of private... Details

Fire Service identifies 3,938 fire risk buildings

BSS — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:15:26 +0600

The Fire Service and Civil Defence as part of its efforts to strengthen fire safety, has inspected 10,533 buildings and other establishments across the country in 2025, identifying 3,938 as either risky or highly risky for fire incidents. Of the inspected establishments, 6,595 were assessed as satisfactory, while 3,316 were classified as risky and 622 as highly risky, according to Fire Service... Details

PM for faster implementation of Inner Circular Road project

UNB — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 14:53:43 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday directed the authorities concerned to expedite the Inner Circular Road project aimed at easing traffic congestion in Dhaka city. He gave the directive at a meeting to review the progress of the construction of the Inner Circular Road at the Cabinet Division of the Bangladesh Secretariat, said PM’s Deputy Press Secretary Hasan Shiplu. The Prime... Details

Nouka Baich: Battle of speed on Bangladeshi rivers

BSS — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:02:43 +0600

As the autumn sky turns blue and the rivers, canals, and wetlands remain swollen with monsoon waters, rural Bangladesh erupts into an unstoppable frenzy of its centuries-old water festival. It is the 'Nouka Baich' (Traditional Boat Race) - a timeless spectacle where hundreds of oars pull in perfect harmony and rhythm, echoed by the thundering applause of lakhs of spectators crowding the... Details

Sixteen receive first ever Bangladesh Tourism Awards

BSS — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 09:11:17 +0600

Sixteen individuals, organisations and initiatives today received the Bangladesh Tourism Awards 2026 in recognition of their contributions to sustainable tourism development, service improvement, innovation and community participation. Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat handed over the awards at a discussion and award ceremony at the Bangladesh-China Friendship... Details

Dengue claims 6 more lives, 1,608 hospitalised in 24hrs

UNB — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:22:37 +0600

Six more people died of dengue and 1,608 new patients were hospitalised across the country in the 24 hours until 8:00am on Saturday. With the latest fatalities, the dengue death toll has risen to 256 in the country this year, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Among the deaths, two each were reported in Dhaka South City Corporation and Rajshahi division... Details

PM Tarique shares photo with Trump from New York dinner

UNB — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:20:35 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday shared a photo of himself and his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman with US President Donald Trump from a dinner hosted by the US president for world leaders attending the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Prime Minister shared the photo on his Facebook page after the White House released it, showing him and Dr Zubaida Rahman with President... Details

KUET researchers explore fuel production from waste

BSS — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:42:46 +0600

Researchers at Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET) have made significant progress in producing diesel-rich bio-crude from human waste, sewage sludge and agricultural residues, opening up prospects for reducing Bangladesh's dependence on imported liquid fuels. The research, led by Professor Dr Md Khalequzzaman of the Department of Civil Engineering, has been underway... Details

Rain likely in parts of country

BSS — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:09:12 +0600

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted rain in different parts of the country in next 24 hours commencing from 9 am. According to a Met office bulletin issued this morning, "Light to moderate rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at a few places over Chattogram & Sylhet divisions and at one or two places over Rangpur,... Details

PM Tarique opens 5th Bay of Bengal Conversation

UNB — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:25:29 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday inaugurated the fifth edition of the international forum ‘Bay of Bengal Conversation 2026’, bringing together policymakers, diplomats, researchers and experts from over 100 countries. The three-day conference, organised by the Centre for Governance Studies (CGS), is being held at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka from October 3 to 5. The... Details

bdnews24.com Editor-in-Chief Toufique Imrose Khalidi dies

UNB — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 23:53:32 +0600

Toufique Imrose Khalidi, Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of bdnews24.com, died in London on Friday . He was 59. He was admitted to St Bartholomew's Hospital in London on Thursday night after suffering a brain haemorrhage, according to the news portal. Doctors pronounced him dead at 2:23pm local time on Friday, it said. Details

Edible oil crunch hits markets again

Click Ittefaq Desk — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:28:38 +0600

The supply shortage of bottled soybean oil in the market has become acute again. As a result, the retail prices of loose soybean and palm oil have increased by Tk 2 to Tk 4 per litre. Amid this instability in the oil market, the price of farm-raised chicken eggs has also risen again over the past week. However, the prices of broiler chickens and various types of fish remain high and stable at... Details

Exports up over 6% to $13.1bn in Q1 of current fiscal

UNB — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:15:08 +0600

Bangladesh’s merchandise export earnings grew 6.34 percent to US$ 13.094 billion in the first quarter (July–September) of the current fiscal year (FY 2026–27), according to the latest data released by the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB). During the corresponding period of FY 2025–26, export earnings stood at $ 12.313 billion. In September 2026 alone, single-month export... Details

Remittance inflows up 13% in July–Sept quarter

UNB — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:23:24 +0600

Remittance inflows to Bangladesh recorded a strong 13.0 percent year-on-year growth during the first quarter (July–September) of the current fiscal year 2026–27, backed by sustained expatriate earnings and policy measures encouraging banking channels. According to the latest data released by Bangladesh Bank (BB), expatriate workers sent US$8.57 billion in remittances between July 1... Details

PM opens Muhuri-Kohua flood control project in Feni

BSS — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:40:44 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today inaugurated the Tk1,542.16-crore Muhuri-Kohua Flood Control, Drainage and Irrigation Project rehabilitation(Phase I) at Feni aiming to strengthen flood protection, drainage and irrigation facilities in the district. The Prime Minister inaugurated the project at around 2.17 pm today at the Kheyaghat Ghat-Muhuri Bridge area in Parshuram upazila and later... Details

Govt rethinking tourism on Saint Martin’s

Click Ittefaq Desk — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:47:51 +0600

The government is planning to introduce several changes to the rules governing tourists’ travel to and stays on Saint Martin’s Island in Cox’s Bazar. The duration of tourists’ visits and overnight stays may be revised. The Ministry of Environment said the guidelines will be finalized by October 15 after discussions with various stakeholders, including residents... Details

Fuel oil prices to remain unchanged in Oct

BSS — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:21:30 +0600

The prices of fuel oil at the consumer level have been kept unchanged for October. The Energy and Mineral Resources Division announced the decision in an office release issued today. According to the release, diesel will continue to sell at Tk 135 per litre, octane at Tk 165, petrol at Tk 160 and kerosene at Tk 155. Earlier, the government adjusted fuel oil prices on September 20, with... Details

PM Tarique heads to Feni

UNB — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:29:39 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday headed to Feni on his first visit to the district since taking office, with several development and public welfare programmes on his daylong itinerary. The Prime Minister’s motorcade left his Gulshan residence for Feni by road at around 8:40am, said PM’s Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon. The Prime Minister is scheduled... Details

BB sets procedures for outward remittances, travel forex

BSS — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:12:51 +0600

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has laid down detailed procedures for outward foreign exchange remittances, including overseas travel, institutional payments and other current-account transactions, requiring Authorized Dealer (AD) banks to ensure proper documentation, regulatory reporting and audit trails. Under the foreign exchange regulations, most bona fide current-account outward remittances may be... Details

Govt lends BPC Tk 4,500cr to meet fuel import costs

BSS — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 20:02:50 +0600

The government has provided a loan of Tk 4,500 crore to Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) to meet the cost of importing petroleum products and related expenses amid global fuel crisis, officials said today. BPC Chairman Dr Md Rafiqul Islam told BSS today that the corporation received the amount as it sought Tk 5,000 crore as loan from the government. He said the said a sharp rise in... Details

Hawkers clash with DNCC officials during eviction drive at Mirpur

UNB — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:01:11 +0600

A clash broke out between hawkers and Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) officials during an eviction drive at Mirpur in the capital on Wednesday. The eviction drive began around 10am from Mirpur-10 to Mirpur-14 as part of the DNCC’s efforts to clear footpaths and roads of illegal encroachments. At one stage, the hawkers clashed with city corporation officials and law enforcement... Details

Gross forex reserves stand at $36.15b

BSS — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:24:09 +0600

Bangladesh's gross foreign exchange reserves stood at US$36.15 billion, according to the latest data released by Bangladesh Bank (BB) on Tuesday. The country's reserves stood at US$36.15 billion in gross terms, while reserves calculated under the BPM6 (Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual, Sixth Edition) methodology stood at US$31.30 billion. Details

PM calls on President at Bangabhaban

UNB — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:00:41 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday paid a courtesy call on President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir at Bangabhaban. It was the first meeting between the President and the Prime Minister at Bangabhaban since Mirza Fakhrul assumed office as President. The Prime Minister arrived at Bangabhaban around 3:00pm, when the President welcomed him. Later, the President’s military secretary,... Details

ECNEC clears 13 projects

UNB — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:26:38 +0600

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) on Tuesday approved 13 projects involving Tk 15,823.57 crore including schemes for flood and river management, healthcare, land administration, rural roads, Shahjalal International Airport expansion and power infrastructure. Of the total project cost, Tk 10,118.33 crore will come from government funds, Tk 5,252.96 crore from... Details

Biman to purchase 10 Airbus aircraft; deal expected in October

UNB — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:05:25 +0600

Shortly after signing an agreement with Boeing to purchase 25 aircraft, the government is set to buy 10 more aircraft from European aircraft manufacturer Airbus for Biman Bangladesh Airlines. “We are buying 10 Airbus aircraft. Inshallah, the agreement will be signed in October,” Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat announced on Tuesday at a press... Details

Pre-feasibility study deal signed for monorail in capital

BSS — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:54:43 +0600

Dhaka Transport Coordination Authority (DTCA) today signed a pre-feasibility study agreement with the Bureau of Research, Testing and Consultation (BRTC) of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) for an elevated monorail system in the capital. The agreement, titled "Consultancy Service for Pre-Feasibility Study of Monorail Alignment Integration with Mass Transit Networks in... Details

Met office forecasts dry weather over country

BSS — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:05:07 +0600

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted rain in different parts of the country in next 24 hours commencing from 9 am. "Light to moderate rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at many places over Chattogram division and at one or two places over Sylhet division with moderately heavy falls at places over Chattogram division," said a... Details

Gold prices fall again

UNB — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:58:46 +0600

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has reduced gold prices again, cutting the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 2,216 per bhori to Tk 228,556 including VAT. In a notice issued on Tuesday, BAJUS said the revised prices came into effect at 10:00am the same day. According to the notice, the price adjustment followed a decline in the price of pure gold in the local market. Under the new rates,... Details

Farmers expecting good Aman yield

BSS — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:55:57 +0600

A few days ago, the soil in the Aman fields was cracked and parched. Now, with rainwater, relief has returned to those same fields. The dried-up lands have accumulated the necessary water. The green leaves of the Aman paddy have become fresh again. In some places, the ears of paddy are swaying in the wind, while in other places, preparations are underway for the ears to emerge. Farmers'... Details

Dengue and measles toll mounts

Click Ittefaq Desk — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:02:54 +0600

The dengue and measles situation in the country has become concerning. In the past 24 hours (from 8 a.m. Sunday to 8 a.m. Monday), another eight people have died across the country after contracting mosquito-borne dengue fever. During the same period, 2,036 people were infected with dengue. Meanwhile, another three children died with measles symptoms. A total of 1,310 people were diagnosed... Details

Nuclear fuel delivery for RNPP Unit-2 to begin in Oct: Rosatom

BSS — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:16:01 +0600

Rosatom, the Russian state nuclear energy corporation, today in statement said that the delivery of nuclear fuel for Unit-2 of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant would begin in October and continue through December. “The delivery of nuclear fuel for Unit 2 of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant is scheduled to begin in October 2026 and continue through December 2026, with the supplies to be... Details

BB eases int'l card payments for foreign airline tickets

BSS — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:55:53 +0600

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has expanded the scope for international card payments for air tickets purchased from foreign airlines, allowing eligible transactions to be settled through international acquiring and payment arrangements outside Bangladesh. The Foreign Exchange Policy Department-1 (FEPD-1), in Circular No. 39 issued today, introduced the facility as an expansion... Details

LPG cylinders sell Tk 300-500 above govt fixed price

UNB — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:20:45 +0600

An acute crisis has gripped Bangladesh's bottled Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) market, with 12-kg cylinders selling at Tk 300 to Tk 500 above government-fixed rates as pipeline gas shortfalls, Middle East geopolitical tensions, and skyrocketing international freight costs strain supplies. On Sunday, 12-kg LPG cylinders were retailing between Tk 1,830 and Tk 2,100 across various cities, despite... Details

PM for expanded trade, investment ties with China

BSS — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 15:30:07 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today emphasised further expansion of bilateral trade, investment and development cooperation with China as its outgoing Ambassador Yao Wen paid a farewell call on him at his office. Prime Minister's Deputy Press Secretary Hasan Shiplu said the meeting discussed various issues of mutual interest, including the Rohingya crisis. Yao Wen congratulated the Prime... Details

Bangladesh repays $699m in foreign debt in July-August

BSS — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 23:11:32 +0600

Bangladesh repaid $698.92 million in foreign loans during the first two months of the current fiscal year (FY27), according to the Economic Relations Division (ERD). Of the total debt repayment, $516.04 million was paid as principal and $182.88 million as interest. The country received $294.56 million in foreign loans and grants in July-August of FY27. The ERD data covers foreign loans and... Details

Govt to launch 100 more buses for women travelling to workplaces

BSS — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:07:44 +0600

The government will launch 100 more buses at the earliest to facilitate women travelling to schools, colleges and workplaces, as the existing 14 pink buses operating on 13 routes are inadequate. It was informed at a meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Road Transport and Bridges today. The meeting was also informed that steps have been taken to identify risky... Details

9 more children die of measles-like symptoms

UNB — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 17:55:12 +0600

Nine children died with measles-like symptoms in the 24 hours until 8:00am on Sunday, bringing the country’s combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths to 1,096 this year. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has classified all nine latest fatalities as suspected measles deaths, saying no confirmed deaths were reported during the period. With his, the... Details

World Tourism Day being celebrated in country

BSS — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:42:02 +0600

Bangladesh is celebrating World Tourism Day today with a colourful rally, a bicycle procession and a city tour for underprivileged children, opening a week-long programme highlighting the future of tourism. The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) has designated the global theme for this year's World Tourism Day as "Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to... Details

Rain likely in parts of country

BSS — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:35:18 +0600

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted rain in different parts of the country in next 24 hours commencing 9 am. "Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at one or two places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions," said a Met office bulletin issued this... Details

ADB approves $100m loan to expand affordable housing finance

UNB — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 11:31:17 +0600

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million concessional loan to expand access to affordable and resilient housing finance for low- and middle-income borrowers in Bangladesh, with a particular focus on women. Under the Inclusive Affordable Housing Finance Project, financing will be channelled through the Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) and eligible microfinance... Details

Salman Muqtadir’s studio ransacked amid “extortion dispute”

UNB — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 10:13:52 +0600

A group of alleged extortionists vandalised a residential complex including the content creation studio of popular YouTuber and content creator Salman Muqtadir at ECB Chattar in the capital's New Gini Properties area on Saturday night, reportedly over refusal to pay extortion money. The attackers ransacked several studio apartments, residential units and under-construction structures in the... Details

PM Tarique returns home after five-day US visit

UNB — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 10:12:06 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman returned home on Sunday morning after wrapping up his five-day visit to the United States to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). “An Emirates flight carrying the Prime Minister, his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman and members of his entourage reached Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport via Dubai around 8:21am,” PM’s Deputy Press... Details

Bajus cuts gold prices after two consecutive hikes

UNB — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:19:16 +0600

The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has cut gold prices in the domestic market after two consecutive increases, reducing the price of 22-carat gold by Tk 1,691 per bhori to Tk 232,930, including VAT. BAJUS announced the revised prices in a notice issued Saturday morning. The new rates came into effect at 10am the same day. According to the notice, the price of pure gold, locally... Details

RMG exports to UK rebound in August

BSS — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:23:37 +0600

Bangladesh's garment exports to the United Kingdom (UK) rebounded in August after a marginal decline in July, rising 10.53 percent year-on-year, according to data from the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB). The strong August performance helped Bangladesh's garment export earnings from the UK market grow by 3.74 percent during the first two months of the current 2026-27 fiscal year. Today, the EPB... Details

Dengue claims 3 more lives, 1,432 hospitalised in 24 hrs

UNB — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:40:52 +0600

Three more people died of dengue and 1,432 others were admitted to hospitals across the country in the 24 hours until 8:00am on Saturday. With the latest fatality, the dengue death toll has risen to 214 this year, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Among the deaths, two were reported in Dhaka Division (outside Dhaka City Corporations) while one was reported in... Details

Bangladesh to celebrate World Tourism Day Sunday

BSS — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:37:43 +0600

Bangladesh is set to celebrate World Tourism Day tomorrow with a colourful rally, a bicycle procession and a city tour for underprivileged children, opening a week-long programme highlighting the future of tourism. The Bangladesh Tourism Board (BTB) announced the programme at a press conference today, saying preparations had been completed with government agencies, tourism businesses,... Details

Bangladesh steps up air, plastic pollution control

UNB — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:39:32 +0600

The government has unveiled a five-year environmental and climate action plan centred on planting 25 crore trees, restoring degraded forests, expanding mangrove coverage, creating green jobs, promoting climate-resilient agriculture and tightening pollution monitoring. The measures, outlined in the budget document for fiscal 2026-27, seek to combine nature-based climate adaptation with stronger... Details

Heavy rain likely in four divisions

UNB — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:40:56 +0600

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast moderately heavy rainfall in Barishal, Mymensingh, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions in the next 24 hours commencing 9:00am on Saturday. “Light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at few places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka and Khulna divisions and at one or two places over... Details

PM leaves New York for home after attending UNGA session

BSS — Sat, 26 Sep 2026 09:42:05 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today left New York for home after winding up a five-day visit packed with high-level engagements, including his maiden address to the General Debate of the 81st United Nations General Assembly where he placed Bangladesh’s aspirations and priorities before the global community. “An Emirates flight carrying the Prime Minister, his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman... Details

PM holds bilateral, sideline meetings with leaders of several states

BSS — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:43:39 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman held a series of bilateral and sideline meetings with heads of state and government and representatives of various institutions on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The meetings focused on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in trade, investment, economic development, skilled... Details

Experts stress integrated pest management practices

BSS — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:09:09 +0600

Farm researchers and experts stressed on reinvigorating dissemination of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) technology to promote production of safe food . Talking to BSS they said the IPM technology, which was introduced in the country long before, still not widely practiced. The technology can reduce dependency on chemical pesticides ensuring safe and toxic free food production,... Details

Measles death toll hits 1084

UNB — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:13:55 +0600

Three more children died with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours until 8:00am on Friday, bringing the country’s combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths to 1084 this year. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has classified all three latest fatalities as suspected measles deaths. With these, the total number of suspected measles deaths has reached... Details

Native fish disappearing from the Padma

BSS — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:47:51 +0600

The age-old Bengali identity of “fish and rice” is deeply rooted in the country’s rivers, once teeming with fish. The Padma in Rajshahi, in particular, was once renowned for its abundant aquatic life. In the vast stretch of the river from Godagari to Charghat, fishermen's nets used to catch ‘Hilsa’, ‘Baghair’ and many other species of native fish.... Details

Rain likely in parts of country

BSS — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:52:24 +0600

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted rain in different parts of the country in the next 24 hours, commencing at 9 am. "Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at many places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna and Barishal divisions and at a few places over Mymensingh, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions with... Details

PM outlines 3-R strategy at UNGA to rebuild Bangladesh

UNB — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 11:46:26 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday told the international community that Bangladesh was pursuing a three-R strategy — Recovery, Restoration and Reconstruction — to rebuild the country after more than a decade-and-a-half of what he described as fascist rule and exploitation. Addressing the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at UN... Details

Govt approves 5 digital banks

UNB — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:37:49 +0600

The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has granted initial approval for the establishment of five digital banks in the country. Under the decision, the central bank will issue Letters of Intent (LoIs) to the approved entities, enabling them to initiate operational procedures towards full launch. The decision was taken at a meeting of the BB Board of Directors, presided over by central bank Governor Md... Details

Remittance inflow rises 13.6pc in FY26-27 through Sept 23

BSS — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:27:50 +0600

Bangladesh received US$8.022 billion in workers’ remittances during the July 1-September 23 period of the current fiscal year (FY2026-27), registering a 13.6 percent year-on-year growth. According to Bangladesh Bank data, the country received US$7.064 billion in remittances during the corresponding period of FY2025-26. The remittance inflow also showed a positive trend in September.... Details

Industrial production returns to normalcy as gas supply improves

BSS — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:21:03 +0600

Industrial production in the country is gradually returning to normalcy as gas pressure and supply have improved, with manufacturers taking various initiatives, including extended working hours and production on holidays, to make up for the output shortfall caused by the gas crisis in recent months. Industry entrepreneurs said the recent improvement in gas pressure and supply has brought... Details

5 more children die; death toll reaches 1081

UNB — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:49:21 +0600

Five more children died with measles and measles-like symptoms in 24 hours until 8:00am on Thursday, bringing the country’s combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths to 1081 this year. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has classified all six latest fatalities as suspected measles deaths. With these, the total number of suspected measles deaths has... Details

Postal franchise model opens new avenue for job creation

BSS — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:46:36 +0600

The Directorate of Posts is creating new opportunities for grassroots entrepreneurship and employment through the launch of its “Franchise and Letter Writer Module,” while also aiming to reduce government expenditure. The service is initially planned for 12 areas across the country, with operations already underway in Dhaka, Rajshahi and Khulna. It will gradually be expanded from... Details

PM to address UNGA in Bangla today

UNB — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:12:09 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is set to address the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) today (Thursday). He will deliver the speech in Bangla at 5:00pm local time (3:00am Bangladesh time on Friday), Prime Minister’s Adviser Mahdi Amin said at a briefing in New York on Wednesday. This will be Tarique Rahman’s first address to the UN General Assembly since... Details

Non-traditional markets set new record in RMG exports

BSS — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:36:05 +0600

Bangladesh’s apparel exports to non-traditional markets have reached a new record, highlighting the growing importance of market diversification for the country’s readymade garment (RMG) sector. According to data from the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB), Bangladesh exported US$642.93 million worth of RMG products to non-traditional markets in August 2026, the highest monthly export... Details

Biman signs deal to buy 11 more Boeing aircraft

UNB — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:03:05 +0600

Biman Bangladesh Airlines has signed an agreement with US aircraft manufacturer Boeing to buy 11 more aircraft as Bangladesh moves to expand its aviation sector and open new routes, Prime Minister’s Adviser Mahdi Amin said on Wednesday. “A significant signing ceremony was held with Boeing today [Wednesday], where Biman Bangladesh Airlines signed an agreement to purchase 11 more... Details

Ctg Port authority takes six initiatives to digitize port services

BSS — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:16:33 +0600

Chattogram Port Authority (CPA) has taken six initiatives to accelerate digitalization and automation of port services, aiming to simplify procedures for port users, expedite cargo clearance, enhance transparency and ease traffic congestion. The decisions were taken at a review meeting held this morning at the Chattogram Port conference room with Port Chairman Rear Admiral S. M. Moniruzzaman... Details

PM proposes five urgent steps to resolve Rohingya crisis

UNB — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:02:33 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Wednesday proposed five urgent measures to resolve the protracted Rohingya crisis, urging the international community to move from empathy to addressing its root causes, from promises to action and from managing displacement to ending it. “The time has come to move from empathy to a search for root causes and their solutions, from promises to action and... Details

Auto-rickshaws now take over Bhulta Flyover

UNB — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:28:27 +0600

Battery-run rickshaws are increasingly operating on the Bhulta Flyover in Rupganj of Narayanganj, adding to growing concerns over the unsafe and unregulated movement of the three-wheelers on busy roads. The vehicles have become a common sight on the flyover, despite their operation often being associated with traffic-rule violations and reckless driving, according to local commuters. They... Details

Fuel prices to be slashed once global market stabilises: Amit

UNB — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:26:13 +0600

State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit on Wednesday said fuel prices in Bangladesh will be reduced once the international market stabilises and the Middle East crisis eases. “The fuel price hike is an unavoidable consequence of the global situation. It was not a deliberate decision by the government, but a necessary step taken amid the global economic... Details

11 more children die in 24hrs with measles-like symptoms

UNB — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:07:30 +0600

Eleven more children died with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours until 8:00am on Wednesday, bringing the country’s combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths to 1076 this year. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has classified all eleven latest fatalities as suspected measles deaths. With these, the total number of suspected measles deaths has... Details

Mongla Port earns record Tk 387.95cr revenue in FY26

BSS — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:09:44 +0600

Mongla Port, the country's second-largest seaport, earned a record revenue of Tk 387.95 crore in the 2025-26 fiscal year, exceeding its target by Tk 40.08 crore. The port had set a revenue collection target of Tk 347.87 crore for the fiscal year. Mongla Port Authority (MPA) Chairman Rear Admiral Arif Ahmed Mostafa disclosed the figures at a meeting with journalists from Bagerhat and Mongla... Details

Gazette issued raising bus, minibus fares by Tk 0.17 per km

UNB — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:53:38 +0600

The government has issued a gazette notification on Wednesday increasing the fares of diesel-run buses and minibuses by Tk 0.17 per kilometre, with the revised rates taking effect from September 22, following a rise in diesel prices and transport operating costs. The Road Transport and Highways Division of the Road Transport and Bridges Ministry issued the gazette notification on Wednesday.... Details

Govt to procure two cargoes of LNG

BSS — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:44:18 +0600

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) today approved purchasing two additional cargoes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar Energy Trading LLC under a long-term government-to-government agreement. The additional LNG cargoes are scheduled for delivery on November 6 and November 22, 2026, according to the proposal placed before the committee. The approval came from the 46th... Details

ADB lowers Bangladesh’s growth forecast to 4 % in FY27

UNB — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:09:40 +0600

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has lowered its economic growth forecast for Bangladesh to 4.0% for fiscal year (FY) 2027 from 4.5% projected in its July outlook, while forecasting 3.7% growth for FY2026. According to the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) latest report, the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) September 2026, released on Wednesday, Economic activity slowed in the final quarter... Details

Fuel shock ripples through economy

Mehedi Hasan — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:45:09 +0600

The cost of living is rising, while incomes continue to decline. Following a Tk 20-per-liter increase in fuel prices, the prices of essential commodities and transportation fares have risen. Ordinary consumers are also facing a “double blow” because of excessive or inflated electricity bills. Due to a shortage of gas in pipelines, the practice of transporting gas in CNG... Details

Tarique, Erdogan discuss expanding Bangladesh-Türkiye ties

UNB — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 07:51:24 +0600

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed ways to expand cooperation between Bangladesh and Türkiye in the areas of economy, trade and investment during a meeting in New York on Tuesday. The high-level meeting was held at the Turkish House at 821 United Nations Plaza. The two leaders exchanged views on various issues of mutual interest and... Details

Expats sent $2.06bn in 21 days of September

UNB — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:58:10 +0600

Expatriate Bangladeshis sent US $2.063 billion in remittances during the first 21 days of September in fiscal year 2026-27, according to official data released by Bangladesh Bank. This ($2.063 billion) reflects a 1.6 percent growth compared to the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year (1–September 21, 2025), when the country received $2.031 billion in remittances. On a... Details

Bus fares go up by 17 paisa per kilometre

UNB — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:11:45 +0600

Bus fares have been increased by 17 paisa per kilometre following the recent hike in fuel prices, Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam said on Tuesday. The fare for buses and minibuses in Dhaka and Chattogram metropolitan areas has been raised from Tk 2.53 to Tk 2.70 per kilometre, he said while talking to reporters after a meeting with transport owners. For long-distance... Details