Day: October 16, 2024
Bank accounts of journo Mojammel Babu, wife, and daughter frozen
The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) ordered banks and financial institutions freeze bank accounts of Mojammel Haque Babu, former chief editor of Ekattor Television and president of the Editors Guild, his wife Aparajita Haque, a former la…
Dhaka Stock Exchange: Majority of companies see price drops
Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) saw a continued downturn on Wednesday, with most companies experiencing price drops.
The DSEX, the market’s main index, fell by 49.75 points, closing at 5,316.21-marking the third straight day of losses.
By the end of Wedn…
November 2024 Video Game Releases: Must-Play Titles You Don’t Want to Miss
November 2024 is packed with exciting video game releases that will thrill gamers of all genres. As the year draws to a close, this month offers a diverse lineup of highly anticipated titles, providing something for everyone. Whether you’re into actio…
All RMG factories except 3 open in Savar, Ashulia, Gazipur
Only three garment factories out of 1278 were closed in Savar, Ashulia, Gazipur on Wednesday.
There was no significant disruptions in the garment industry in the major hubs including Savar, Ashulia, Narayanganj, and Gazipur, according to a government…
FS highlights govt’s priority of recovering stolen assets, seeks UN’s support to combat illicit financial flows
Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin had a series of meetings with the UN high officials and highlighted the interim government’s priority of recovering stolen assets.
He called for the UN’s cooperation in addressing tax evasion and combating illicit fi…
Govt plans to introduce pension for RMG workers: Asif
Labour and Employment Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan on Wednesday said the government planned to initiate pension scheme for readymade (RMG) workers to ensure their financial security after retirement.
He said this while inaugurating the sales pr…
Observance of March 7, Aug 15, 6 other national days to be cancelled
The interim government has decided to cancel observance eight national days including March 7 commemorating the historic speech of Bangabandhu and August 15 marking his assassination.
The decision was taken by the Council of Advisers in a meeting rec…
Dhaka voices ‘deep concern’ over recent influx of 40,000 Rohingyas
Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain on Wednesday expressed ‘deep concern’ over the recent influx of more than 40,000 Myanmar nationals into Bangladesh fleeing conflict in the bordering states.
‘Regional stability is crucial for both the nations…