Prominent citizens, socio-political organisations and business leaders from the southern region of Bangladesh have renewed their demand for the urgent upgrade of the Bhanga-Kuakata highway to a six-lane route, citing the need to integrate Barishal division and adjacent districts more effectively with the capital and the national economy.Despite the transformative impact of the Padma Bridge ...more

Allegation of amassing crores of taka’s illegal wealth through bribery and commission trade has been intensified against Sarder Mahabubur Rahman, Deputy Director (Finance) of BRTA’s Administration Wing. Meanwhile, more than one written complainthas been submitted to the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) seeking proper investigation and exemplary punishment against the BRTA officer for his alleged corruptions and irregularities.According ...more

A staggering backlog of over four lakh cases is currently pending in Land Survey Tribunals across the country, with about 1.5 lakh cases remaining unresolved for more than five years, according to court-related sources. In addition, the Land Survey Appeal Tribunals are grappling with more than 8,500 pending cases, further highlighting the strain on the ...more

In a move that is likely to have far-reaching implications for the textile and garment sector, the Bangladesh government has officially stopped the import of yarn from India through land ports, a route that had long served as a vital supply line for small and medium-sized textile and garment manufacturers. The National Board of Revenue ...more

Despite a shrinking global market for apparel, South Asian nations, especially Bangladesh, are gaining momentum in the U.S. clothing import sector. While total apparel imports into the United States declined by 4.37% between 2018 and 2024, data reveals a strategic realignment of sourcing, with Western buyers moving away from China and increasingly turning to regional ...more

The Bangladesh Investment Summit 2025, held from April 7 to 10 in Dhaka, aimed to position the country as a prime destination for global investors. However, the event unfolded against a backdrop of escalating political unrest, widespread protests, and economic instability, raising concerns about the nation’s investment climate.Summit Highlights and Investor Concerns: The summit showcased ...more

Despite being governed by the Private University Act, a large number of private universities in Bangladesh are operating with little to no oversight, raising serious concerns about academic integrity, financial transparency, and administrative discipline. According to sources from the University Grants Commission (UGC), 37 private universities currently do not have an appointed Vice-Chancellor (VC)-the top ...more

A rights organisation has issued a legal notice to the government today, urging immediate action to block all websites, apps, and links associated with online gambling. The notice, sent by the Law and Life Foundation Trust through its counsel, Barrister Mohammad Humaun Kabir Pallob, was addressed to the secretaries of various government ministries, the Bangladesh ...more

Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin on Tuesday assured that the recent hike in soybean oil prices is a temporary adjustment, driven by international market trends and the government’s fiscal policies.He explained that the price increase aligns with rising global prices, coupled with the government’s decision to gradually reduce subsidies and enhance revenue collection.“Prices are expected ...more

Bandarban is being celebrated in Bandarban with the festival of Bangla New Year, the festival was surrounded by festivals, cultural events, cultural events.The New Year was organized on Monday (April 8th) by celebrating the Bangla New Year 12 celebration at the Bandarban Deputy Commissioner's Office premises.During this time, Professor Thanjama Lusai, Chairman of the Hill ...more