Business & Commerce
Staff CorrespondentThe Bangladesh Elevator, Escalator and Lift Importers Association (BEELIA) has called upon the government to reclassify elevators and escalators as Capital Machinery and rationalize the existing duty structure to ensure sustainable growth of the country’s housing, industrial...
Staff CorrespondentLeading bi-lateral chamber, Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JBCCI) has hailed the government's emphasis on sustainable and inclusive economic growth in the proposed National Budget for FY2026-27.Congratulating the government on presentation of the, JBCCI i...
Staff CorrespondentExperts at a post-budget discussion described the proposed FY2026–27 National Budget as a pragmatic effort to support economic recovery while laying the groundwork for long-term transformation.The American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) hosted the Post-Budget Pan...
City
Business DeskSaudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has achieved a new global milestone in operational excellence. The airline ranked first among airlines worldwide for on-time performance in both departure and arrival rates in May 2026, according to the latest report by C...
Staff CorrespondentThe Russian House in Dhaka organized a celebration of Russian Language Day and the 227th birth anniversary of the famous Russian poet Alexander Pushkin at the University of Dhaka on June Sunday.The event took place near the bust of Alexander Pushkin and brought together students, ...
Staff CorrespondentThe Russian House in Dhaka hosted a large-scale cultural celebration marking Russia Day, bringing together representatives of the Russian and Bangladeshi communities, students, alumni, cultural figures, and friends of Russia.The event opened with remarks by Alexandra Khlevnoy, Dir...
Ahammad Parvej KhanThe government has proposed an allocation of Tk 200 crore in the national budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 to strengthen scientific research, promote innovation and advance the country's blue economy.Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury made the announcement while p...
Ahammad Parvej KhanThe Government of Bangladesh hosted one of the year's most consequential economic diplomacy forums, bringing together senior ministers, heads of mission, development finance institutions, multinational corporations and business leaders for Roadmap for Trade, Growth and Economi...
Ahammad Parvej KhanThe Bangladesh government has placed special emphasis on maintaining ecological balance through environmental conservation and afforestation in the national budget for FY 2026–27One of the key objectives of the Government is to address the challenges of climate change and to...
Ahammad Parvej KhanClimate crisis is no longer only an environmental issue; it is now creating serious risks for labour, public health, and the national economy, opines experts. They note that extreme temperatures, electricity shortages, and unplanned urbanization are forcing working people to ...
Environment & Nature
BP DeskBangladesh has achieved a significant milestone in global environmental leadership as Ms. Siddika Sultana, Executive Director of the Environment and Social Development Organization-ESDO, has been elected to the Steering Committee of the International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEN) for ...
BP DeskToday on World Environment Day, IPEN and its 730+ member groups from around the world are highlighting the ongoing risks to children from lead paint, noting that a key ingredient in lead paint, the pigments known as lead chromates, should be considered for global controls under the Rotterdam ...
Business DeskThe grand launching ceremony of the Textile Innovation Exchange (TIE) was successfully held at the Ballroom of Le Méridien Dhaka, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academia, innovators, and development partners under the vision of transforming innovation into a co...
Staff CorrespondentAhead of the National Budget for FY 2026–2027, the Women Entrepreneurs Association of Bangladesh (WEB) organized a pre-budget dialogue in the capital, focusing on sustainable development of women entrepreneurs, addressing business challenges, and promoting inclusive economic...
BP DeskToday, May 14, 2026 (Thursday), is the 20th anniversary of death of the Founder Principal of Tejgaon College, Dhaka and a renowned Educationist of the country, late Tofael Ahmed Chowdhury. Marking the day, the Tejgaon College authority in collaboration with the ‘ Principal Tofael A...
Business DeskThe Commonwealth of Independent States-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CIS-BCCI) and Labaid Group & Labaid Cancer Hospital and Super Speciality Centre & Lifeplus Bangladesh Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Wednesday at the CIS-BCCI...
Staff CorrespondentThe Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Sunday unveiled a comprehensive set of recommendations aimed at including in the upcoming National Budget for Fiscal Year 2026–2027 (FY27), urging the government to prioritize investment, fiscal modernization and logis...
Business DeskThe Woolmark Company, in collaboration with Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA), organized the Woolmark Knitwear Seminar in Dhaka on Sunday, bringing together prominent leaders and stakeholders from Bangladesh’s textile and apparel industry. The sem...
Business DeskThe Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Dhaka (KBRI Dhaka) supported and facilitated the participation of four leading Indonesian hospitals at the International Health Tourism and Services Expo held in Dhaka, Bangladesh from 7–9 May 2026.To maximize the visit, KBRI Dhaka facil...
Business DeskA special training program titled “Professional Development Training Program” was successfully held at De Royal Salmon Hotel in Feni, organized by the Feni Sales Team of Sonali Life Insurance PLC.The program was arranged with the aim of enhancing the professional skills of f...
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