Interim govt did not consult Jamaat on international agreements: Ameer-e-Jamaat

The interim government did not consult with his party on agreements signed with various countries during its tenure, Jamaat e Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman said on Friday.“During the tenure ...

Mutual respect trust and cooperation: PM lays out keys to foreign policy

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Friday said his government is committed to strengthening ties with countries around the world based on mutual respect, cooperation, and trust.“Bangladesh always gives high importance ...

Civil society urges steps to prevent artificial fuel crisis in Bangladesh

A civil society platform Bangladesh Shadharon Nagorik Shamaj on Saturday urged all stakeholders not to create any artificial fuel shortage in the country taking advantage of the ongoing war situation ...

No Fuel Shortage in Bangladesh, Two More Oil Vessels Arriving Soon: Energy Minister

Energy Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmud Tuku on Saturday assured that there is no shortage of fuel oil in Bangladesh and no immediate risk of a supply crisis.“There is no reason ...

Russia sits back as the Iran war escalates, expecting long-term gains

As U.S. and Israeli missiles and bombs rain on Iran, Russia has responded with words of indignation but no visible action to support its Middle Eastern ally.That cautious stance is ...

NCP launches women’s wing ‘Jatiya Nari Shakti’ on International Women’s Day

Marking International Women’s Day, the women’s wing of the National Citizen Party (NCP) 'Jatiya Nari Shakti' formally launched on Sunday, with Monira Sharmin named convener, Mahmuda Alam Mitu as member ...

Global oil prices jump above $100 amid Iran war supply fears

Oil prices jumped above $114 per barrel on Monday for the first time since 2022 as the escalating Iran war threatened energy production and shipping routes in the Middle East.Brent ...

Private sector-led growth vital to revive Bangladesh’s economy: MCCI report

Reviving private sector-led growth will be critical for restoring Bangladesh’s economic momentum and ensuring sustainable development, according to a new policy report launched on Monday by the Metropolitan Chamber of ...

PM Tarique calls for steps to make zakat management more effective

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday directed officials concerned to explore ways to make the country’s zakat management system more effective and well organised.He gave the instruction at a meeting ...

Gold price rises by Tk 3,266 per bhori in Bangladesh

Gold prices in Bangladesh have increased again, with the price of 22-carat gold rising by Tk 3,266 per bhori (11.664 grams), the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) announced on Tuesday.According to ...