Bangladesh demands immediate release of flotilla detainees

Bangladesh has condemned the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, which was carrying humanitarian aid for Gaza, by Israeli forces. In a statement on Friday, the foreign ministry described the act as “a flagrant...

Singapore looks forward to 'working closely' with Bangladesh

Singapore's Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan has said his country looks forward to working closely with Bangladesh as it pursues its next phase of growth and development. "With a young and hardworking population, Bangladesh has immense...

Around 30% of Marico’s India business benefited from GST rate cuts

Source: Company website | Photo Credit: BL companies Fast-moving consumer Goods (FMCG) major Marico Ltd stated in its quarterly update that 30 per cent of its India business benefited from the implementation of GST 2.0, and that consumer...

Islami Bank recovers hacked Facebook page after 12-hour battle

Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, a leading private bank, has regained control of its verified official Facebook page, approximately 12 hours after it was compromised by hackers early Friday morning. The bank’s public relations division confirmed the...

Bangladesh Chittagong Port to enforce raised tariffs from Oct 15

Bangladesh’s Chattogram Port Authority (CPA) will enforce its revised tariff schedule from October 15, a month later than announced initially.The authority raised service charges by an average of 41 per cent in early September through a gazette...

Bangladesh condemns interception of Global Sumud Flotilla

Bangladesh deeply condemned the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in the international water, which was carrying humanitarian assistance for the people of Gaza, by the Israeli occupying forces. “This act is a flagrant violation of...

Dollar and Other Currency Rates in Pakistan Today – October 03, 2025

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has published the latest mark-to-market (M2M) currency rates for major international currencies against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) on October 03, 2025. These rates, essential for authorized foreign exchange dealers...

MEA: India-Canada security talks, flights to China, 25 yrs Russia ties, Bangladesh claims

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) addressed multiple global developments in its briefing: strongly rejecting Bangladesh’s “false and baseless” allegations, confirming deeper security and counter-terror cooperation with Canada after NSA-level...

Envoy Textiles secures ADB’s first sustainability-linked loan in Bangladesh

Image Courtesy: envoytextilesltd Envoy Textiles Limited has entered into a landmark agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for a US $ 30 million sustainability-linked loan, marking the first of its kind in Bangladesh by the ADB. This...

Terminated Islami Bank employees demand reinstatement

Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited's (IBBL) terminated employees and those placed on OSD (officer on special duty) today demanded reinstatement to their original posts and immediate withdrawal of the OSD status imposed on thousands. The announcement...

Bank agrees $30m green finance for denim mill

DHAKA — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $30 million sustainability-linked loan facility agreement with Bangladesh denim manufacturer Envoy Textiles. Envoy, which boasts the world’s first LEED-certified platinum denim mill, will use...

CA's UNGA tour highlights Bangladesh's unwavering commitment to democracy, humanitarian solidarity: Press secretary

Highlights: Reaffirmed Bangladesh's commitment to democracy and transparency Attended dinner hosted by US President Trump Urged global action for Rohingya repatriation Secured commitment of $96m aid from US and UK for Rohingya refugees Invited UN...

Bangladesh condemns Israeli interception of Sumud Flotilla

Fri Oct 3, 2025 03:56 PM Last update on: Fri Oct 3, 2025 04:03 PM Dhaka calls for release of detained activists, urges end to blockade and occupation BSS Fri Oct 3, 2025 03:56 PM Last update on: Fri Oct 3, 2025 04:03 PM Bangladesh has strongly...

Business News | ASEAN, RCEP Key for Building Resilience Against US Tariffs Says Spl Advisor for International Trade to President of Indonesia

New Delhi [India], October 3 (ANI): Mari Elka Pangestu, Special Advisor for International Trade and Multilateral Cooperation to the President of Indonesia, has stressed the importance of ASEAN, RCEP, and other regional trade platforms in helping...

Business News | Bajaj Markets Expands Lending Portfolio with Over 20 Affordable

HT Syndication Pune (Maharashtra) [India], October 3: Bajaj Markets has enhanced its lending portfolio by offering access to more than 20 personal loan providers, giving individuals wider financial choices on a single platform. Also Read | TRAI...

Business News | Dakaaun Da Munda 3: One of An Incredible Punjabi New Movies on Zee5

PNN Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 3: The film Dakuaan Da Munda 3 is a successful continuation of a well-liked Punjabi film trilogy in which the screen is dominated by stories of perseverance, grandeur, and unflinching spirit. This movie...

Bangladesh slams Israeli interception of ‘Global Sumud Flotilla’

United News of Bangladesh . Dhaka 03 October, 2025, 12:36 This video grab taken from a livestream broadcasted on October 2, 2025 by the Global Sumud Flotilla shows Israeli navy soldiers (up) boarding the vessel 'Oxygono', one of the Sumud flotilla...

Downsizing credit rating industry seen as crucial for financial sector growth

Asset-quality reviews conducted by foreign firms this year have uncovered hidden bad debts and under-reported non-performing loans (NPLs) in domestic banks and other financial institutions, exposing the futility of the local credit rating...

Bangladesh slams interception of ‘Global Sumud Flotilla’

Bangladesh on Friday described the interception of the ‘Global Sumud Flotilla’ in the international water as an act of flagrant violation of international law and a brazen manifestation of Israel's use of hunger as a weapon of war. The government...

Bangladesh condemns Israel for blocking Gaza-bound humanitarian flotillal

Bangladesh has strongly condemned Israel’s navy for blocking the Global Sumud flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza, in international waters. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday, the government...