South Asia remains one of the least economically integrated regions in the world, with intra-regional trade accounting for less than six percent of total trade, said Monzur Hossain, member (secretary) of the General Economics Division (GED) of the Planning Commission, at a programme yesterday.</

Major General Mohammad Moazzem Hossain has been appointed as the 18th executive chairman of the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (Bepza)..He succeeds Major General Abul Kalam Mohammad Ziaur Rahman, according to a press release..Before joining Bepza, Hossain served as the

Under Plan International's "Girls Take Over" campaign, she became a symbol of possibility -- an advocate for children's rights and gender equality

Singer Bangladesh Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with MetLife Bangladesh..As part of the collaboration, Singer Bangladesh will offer special discounts on selected products for eligible MetLife Bangladesh customers..Shabbir Hossain, director of marketing at Sin

The five-day 20th National Furniture Fair 2025 began yesterday under the slogan “My Country, My Dream - Decorating Homes with Local Furniture” at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka..A total of 48 leading furniture companies and brands, including Akhtar, Hatil, Br

Mohd Khorshed Alam, managing director of Intimate International Limited (Little Group), has been elected president of the Bangladesh China Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCCI) for a two-year term (2025-2027)..Han Jingchao, managing director (China) of Goldview Resource Co Ltd; AZM Aziz

Shanta achieves Superbrand Award in Real Estate for the Fourth Consecutive Term.

Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Building Technology & Ideas Limited (bti), a leading real estate developer in the country, aiming to enhance the quality, aesthetics, and durability of bti’s developments..Under the collaboration, Berger Paints

Guardian Life Insurance Limited has signed an agreement with health-tech company CliniCall Limited to introduce an innovative insurance and healthcare package exclusively designed for Bangladeshi remittance workers and their families..Sheikh Rakibul Karim, additional managing director and

National Finance Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Rupayan Group, one of the leading real estate developers in Bangladesh..M Mahbubur Rahman, chief executive officer of Rupayan City, Uttara -- the gated community in Dhaka -- and Irteza Ahmed Khan, managing directo

Gree, the world’s leading air conditioner brand, has launched a special promotional campaign titled “Fortune Offer” for retail buyers and customers in Bangladesh..Customers can participate in the Gree Fortune Offer campaign via mobile after purchasing a Gree or Haiko air conditioner. Parti

In Dhaka, members will gather at the ISACA Chapter Office in Niketon before setting out for activities

EBL-BBDN partnership equips 15 women with digital skills for employment opportunities

Expatriates continue to prioritise low-cost, secure and instant remittance transfers to their families in Bangladesh. To meet this demand, industry players must embrace next-generation technologies and adopt a coordinated approach across the entire remittance ecosystem, stakeholders said at a re

A team of experienced dentists visited The Daily Star Centre, conducted preliminary oral and dental check-ups, provided treatment-related advice, and supported our overall oral health and well-being

Prime Bank Investment PLC (PBIL) has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with ShareTrip Limited to bridge the worlds of investment and travel, making wealth management easier, smarter, and more aligned with the lifestyle goals of modern consumers..Syed M Omar Tayub, managing dir

Mastercard, in collaboration with Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, yesterday launched a co-branded debit card for students and doctors of Rajshahi Medical College..Prof Kh Md Faisal Alam, principal of Rajshahi Medical College, attended the launch of the card, according to a press release..<p

Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) has entered into a group insurance agreement with National Life Insurance PLC, extending financial security to its member-journalists..Mahfuz Alam, information and broadcasting adviser to the interim government, attended the ceremony as chief guest..Md Kaz

With landmark projects across Dhaka's most prominent neighborhoods, Shanta has become a symbol of trust.

OxfordAQA has launched its first subject-specific teacher training programme in Bangladesh