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Commerce adviser compares Hasina's exit to Russell’s Viper disappearance
He further claimed that large-scale corruption, which previously led to the theft of Tk 28 lakh crore, is no longer occurring at the same level.
19 March 2025, 12:46 PM
AMTOB urges removal of VAT on SIM, e-SIM
At the start of the fiscal year, the government raised the SIM tax by 50 percent to Tk 300. AMTOB also called for Supplementary Duty (SD) and Surcharge (SC) removal on telecom services.
19 March 2025, 11:43 AM
Ctg port links with Indo-Pacific maritime information sharing platform
As part of the initiative, the CPA arranged an 11-day training on the use of the IORIS platform
19 March 2025, 09:37 AM
Eid sales gaining momentum in Chattogram
Shopping malls, footpaths abuzz with shoppers
19 March 2025, 07:08 AM
Tk 721 crore remittance case settled for just Tk 15,543 in taxes
SM Faruqi Hasan, founding president of the Ontario unit of the Awami League, is involved in the case
19 March 2025, 06:45 AM
Dhaka stocks begin day with slight fall
The benchmark index remained almost flat to hit 5,207 points as of 12:14pm
19 March 2025, 06:24 AM
Uttara Bank announces 35% dividends
Uttara declared the dividend when many banks were not allowed to do so due to strict regulatory rules
19 March 2025, 06:03 AM
Govt to import two LNG cargoes in April
The government has approved the purchase of two cargoes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) for April at a cost of Tk 1,376 crore.
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Govt forms panel to strengthen BSEC
The interim government has formed a four-member committee to strengthen the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC), the stock market regulator.
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Potato exports jump as prices plunge in local market
Bangladesh exported roughly 24,000 tonnes of potatoes until March 15 of the current fiscal year, almost double the quantity shipped across the whole of FY24.
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Bad loans at scam-hit banks surge after political changeover
At the end of last year, defaulted loans in the banking sector stood at Tk 345,765 crore, with those state-run and private commercial banks holding the majority.
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Dhaka chamber for uniform VAT rate
The Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) yesterday recommended setting a uniform single-digit value-added tax (VAT) rate and raising the tax-free income limit to Tk 5 lakh.
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Do interviews really reveal the best talent?
In the world of hiring, interviews are often treated as the ultimate test of a candidate’s potential. Yet, this process is far from foolproof. A recurring paradox plagues recruiters and hiring managers: some individuals excel in interviews but struggle in their roles, while others falter under the pressure of an interview but thrive once given the opportunity. This disconnect raises a critical question—are interviews truly effective in identifying talent, or do they inadvertently overlook some of the most capable individuals?
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
BGMEA seeks Tk 500cr from unpaid incentives
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) yesterday urged the government to release Tk 500 crore in due export incentives to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) pay workers’ bonuses and other dues ahead of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr.
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Offload stakes in multinational companies
The DSE Brokers Association of Bangladesh (DBA) made the requests through a letter sent to the chief adviser of the interim government.
18 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Gold price nears record Tk 1.55 lakh per bhori
The Bangladesh Jewellers' Association's standing committee on pricing and price monitoring decided at a meeting today, citing a rise in pure gold prices in the local market
18 March 2025, 14:29 PM
Tariff commission suggests extension of VAT exemption for edible oil
It wants the exemption deadline, set to expire on March 31, to be extended until June 30
18 March 2025, 09:54 AM
Govt preparing smooth transition plan for Bangladesh’s LDC graduation: finance adviser
United Nations believes the graduation would inspire smaller nations, he says
18 March 2025, 09:14 AM
Dhaka Chamber wants Tk 5 lakh as tax-free income limit
It also suggested reducing the highest income tax rate from 30% to 25%
18 March 2025, 08:50 AM
Fu-Wang Foods’ workers protest demanding bonus, arrears
They blocked the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway for an hour, now protesting in front of the factory
18 March 2025, 07:47 AM