Amid an increasingly turbulent global environment and mounting domestic challenges, Bangladesh’s economy is showing signs of deep distress, driven by falling investments and a cloud of political uncertainty. This was the central message of the 30th Annual Council of the International Chamber of Commerce, Bangladesh (ICCB), held recently in Dhaka. Chaired by Mahbubur Rahman, President of ...more

Even after more than 3 months of the interim government, the indecision surrounding 257 new development projects is not ending. The Awami League government had prioritized these projects for seeking foreign loans in the current fiscal year. But the Planning Ministry or the Planning Commission has not yet received any specific instructions on what this ...more

(Part- 1)Akhlima Begum. Age 62. Lives in Karail Basti. He lived in this slum for more than three ages. He has seen many things in between. Home is Khalifakandi of Chandpur. River erosion is a memory of his past, but still alive. When he asked, he started to say it.Married to Nawab Ali. He is ...more

At least 10 people died and 2.38 lakh people were affected as flood submerged vast areas in Sherpur, Mymensingh and Netrakona districts.Among them, eight people died in Sherpur district and two in Mymensingh. Eight of the deceased were men and two women.Disaster Management and Relief Ministry additional secretary K M Ali Reza disclosed the information ...more

The water level of rivers in Dhaka, Barishal and Khulna divisions may increase over 24 hours from 9:00am today, according to the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC).However, the water of all major rivers of the country is currently flowing below the danger level."Water levels of rivers in Dhaka, Barishal and Khulna divisions are increasing. ...more