Dhaka stocks tumble 81 points as NBFIs, banks deepen losses

DSE marks fifth straight session decline All large-cap sectors close in red Simtex tops gainers, BIFC worst loser Shares at the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) ended the first trading day of the week on a lower note today, dragged down by losses in...

BSF air wing gets first woman flight engineer

The Border Security Force (BSF) air wing has got its first woman flight engineer in its over 50 years history following completion of a first in-house training capsule. Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary along with four male subordinate officers were...

Dhaka College students block Science Lab intersection

Students of Dhaka College have blocked the capital’s busy Science Lab intersection, demanding that the college’s intermediate section be retained. The blockade began around 10:30 am on Sunday. According to the protesters, the move comes in...

Bangladesh launches typhoid vaccination drive to combat drug-resistant threat

Bangladesh launched a nationwide vaccination campaign on Sunday to protect millions of children from typhoid, a deadly and increasingly drug-resistant disease that poses a growing public health threat. The month-long campaign aims to immunize...

Bangladesh missing out on $3tn global halal market

Bangladesh lags despite $3 trillion market Certification, infrastructure gaps hinder halal exports Experts urge reforms to unlock potential Bangladesh is failing to tap into the $3 trillion global market for halal products as exports remain below...

Protests at 3 locations paralyze Dhaka traffic

Protests and sit-ins in areas like the Press Club, Shahbagh, and Science Lab caused severe traffic congestion across several major roads in Dhaka from Sunday morning, leading to immense suffering for office-goers, students, and commuters....

Genetically-Engineered Pets Are Here and You Can Buy One for $7

24/7 Wall St. Insights Many grain crops and some species of livestock have been genetically modified to improve their disease resistance and profitability. GloFish are the first pets available for sale that have been genetically modified for...

Thunderstorm Lightning in Bangladesh: Causes, Risks, and Safety Tips

Bangladesh experiences a diverse kind of natural disaster almost every year. Thunderstorm lightning is one of the most common and deadly hazards among them. Every year, many people and livestock lose their lives and get injured due to lightning...

EU launches climate and energy initiative in Bangladesh

The European Union (EU) has launched the expanded Team Europe Initiative on Climate and Energy in Bangladesh, aiming to strengthen climate mitigation—especially in the energy sector—and climate adaptation, officials said. EU Ambassador Michael...

BSF air wing gets first woman flight engineer in over 50 years

The Border Security Force (BSF) air wing has got its first woman flight engineer in its over 50 years history following completion of a first in-house training capsule. Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary along with four male subordinate officers were...

Executive Machines launches iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air in Bangladesh with exclusive offers

Executive Machines Ltd., your Apple Authorized Reseller and Authorized Service Provider since 2008, now has the new iPhone models available. You can find the full range, including the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air at...

Asif Adnan: Urban, Young, and Digital Face of Islamist Extremism in Bangladesh

S. Enders Wimbush and Elizabeth M. Portale, editors Foreword by Paul A. Goble Russia is in precipitous decline, which is unlikely to be reversed. Based on the research of Russian and American experts, this conclusion constitutes the bottom line of...

Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary becomes BSF air wing’s first woman flight engineer

The Border Security Force (BSF) air wing has got its first woman flight engineer in its over 50 years history following completion of a first in-house training capsule. Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary along with four male subordinate officers were...

Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary becomes BSF’s first woman flight engineer

Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary has become the first woman flight engineer in the BSF air wing’s history after completing an in-house training programme. The initiative, launched due to a shortage of flight engineers, marks a significant milestone for...

BSF Gets First Woman Flight Engineer In Over 50 Years

New Delhi: The Border Security Force (BSF) air wing has got its first woman flight engineer in its over 50 years history following completion of a first in-house training capsule. Inspector Bhawna Chaudhary along with four male subordinate...

Rahmat Shah taken on wheelchair after getting injured – Ruled out of final ODI vs Bangladesh

Afghanistan suffered a major setback on Saturday, October 11, during the second ODI against Bangladesh when veteran batter Rahmat Shah injured his calf while running to the opposite end for a quick single. The accident happened in the 15th over of...

Avoid Shahbagh, Press Club, Paltan as multiple protests snarl Dhaka traffic

Dhaka commuters are facing severe traffic congestion in the Shahbagh, Press Club, and Paltan areas today (12 October) as multiple demonstrations have brought central parts of the city to a standstill. Thousands of teachers and employees from...

“Everyone Saw It Coming”: This $2.2 Billion Jet Deal With China Shatters Bangladesh’s Military Balance (and India Is Watching Closely)

IN A NUTSHELL ✈️ Bangladesh plans to acquire advanced J-10CE fighter jets from China, boosting its air defense capabilities. 💰 The potential deal is valued at $2.2 billion, covering aircraft, training, and support over ten years. 🌍 The acquisition...

Bangladesh fails to tap $3t global halal industry

Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry organises a focus group discussion titled ‘Development of Bangladesh Halal Industry: Challenges and Prospects’, at its office on Saturday. | Press release photo The absence of an effective halal ecosystem and...

Bangladesh ships $850m worth of halal products annually: DCCI

Bangladesh exports around $850 million worth of halal products each year, most of which come from agriculture-based goods, said Razeev H Chowdhury, senior vice-president of the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI). He shared the...