In a significant stride towards modernizing its energy infrastructure, Bangladesh has inaugurated its pioneering sea-land oil storage and transportation system. The initiative, heralded as a game-changer in the nation’s energy sector, promises enhanced efficiency and substantial economic benefits. Initiated in 2019 and recently brought to fruition in November 2023, the project has garnered attention for […]
Read MoreThe latest survey conducted by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics has uncovered a troubling truth: 38,008 children, between the ages of 5 to 17, are toiling away in hazardous sectors across the nation. Released today (14 March), the Child Labor Survey 2023 sheds light on the grim reality faced by these children, with a staggering […]
Read MoreIn a harrowing turn of events, a Bangladeshi-flagged ocean-going vessel, MV ABDULLAH, with 23 crew members on board, has been hijacked by armed Somali pirates in the Indian Ocean. A chilling voice message sent by a crew member to a former colleague sheds light on the dire situation unfolding on the ship. The unidentified crew […]
Read MoreIn a daring turn of events, a Bangladeshi-flagged ocean-going vessel named MV ABDULLAH narrowly escaped a hijacking attempt by 50 Somali pirates in the Indian Ocean two days ago. The vessel, owned by SR Shipping, a Chattogram-based company, was en route from Mozambique to Dubai when it fell victim to the pirates in what was […]
Read MoreIn a significant move toward environmental sustainability, Bangladesh is actively exploring opportunities to contribute its agricultural expertise to Saudi Arabia’s green initiatives, as announced by Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud on Monday (11 March). Bangladesh aims to bolster its participation in the ambitious green endeavors spearheaded by Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman in 2021, with a […]
Read MoreDuring the bi-annual Director General (DG) level talks between the Border Security Force (BSF) of India and the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), both forces committed to working together to “bring down to an absolute minimum” the incidents of attacks on BSF personnel by criminals from Bangladesh along the 4,096-km-long International Border (IB) shared by the […]
Read MoreIn a move aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of Bangladesh’s leather sector, the government is considering a reduction in the source tax on leather goods exports from 1% to 0.5%. The potential tax cut is anticipated to boost the leather industry, which has faced challenges in accessing certain markets and competing on pricing due to […]
Read MoreAs Nepal and Bangladesh explore avenues for enhanced power trade, both countries are advocating for the establishment of a dedicated transmission line via India. The move, however, raises questions about India’s willingness to comply, given its strategic stance on electricity as a vital commodity. Bangladesh’s State Minister for Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources, Nasrul Hamid, […]
Read MoreIn a significant bilateral meeting held at the royal palace in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed the United Arab Emirates’ strong desire to elevate its relationship with Bangladesh to a partnership level. The meeting, which took place on Friday evening, featured discussions on a wide range […]
Read MoreBy Abdullah Al Masum Dhaka: Tragedy struck in Bangladesh as a massive fire engulfed a six-storey building housing restaurants, claiming the lives of at least 46 individuals and leaving dozens injured, according to statements from the health minister on Friday. The blaze, suspected to have been triggered by a gas leak or stove malfunction, erupted […]
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