France, Egypt, Jordan leaders warn Israel against Rafah assault
The leaders of France, Egypt and Jordan warned Israel on Monday against a threatened offensive in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, urging an "immediate" ceasefire in its war on Hamas13:13 9 April 2024
BAJUS increases gold price by Tk 3,499 per bhori
The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) raised the price of gold to a historic high on Tuesday, marking an increase of Tk 1,750 per bhori (11.664 grams).13:10 9 April 2024
Bangladesh has capacity to be an upper-middle-income country by 2031: ICCB
With targeted actions and appropriate policy followed by timely implementation to overcome the key challenges, Bangladesh can become an upper-middle-income country by 2031, said the International Chamber of Commerce-Bangladesh (ICCB) on Monday13:00 9 April 2024
Cash-strapped Argentines queue for eyeball scans
Argentines eyeing a financial boost are lining up by the thousands to have their irises scanned in exchange for a few crypto tokens as part of an online biometrics project under scrutiny in several countries12:54 9 April 2024
Asian markets mixed as ’critical’ US inflation data looms
Asian stocks were mixed Tuesday as attention turned to crucial US inflation data that could play a pivotal role in the Federal Reserve`s decision-making on interest rates, with investors lowering their expectations for how many cuts it will deliver12:48 9 April 2024
35 lucky customers win free air tickets buying Walton TVs ahead of Eid
Walton, the country`s leading brand, is spreading Eid joy by offering complimentary air tickets for the Dhaka-Cox`s Bazar-Dhaka route with the purchase of a television02:36 9 April 2024
Eid shoppers swarm to Walton for fridge purchases
As the Muslim world prepares to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, Bangladesh sees a surge in buyers rushing to electronics showrooms for new fridges ahead of the festivities02:22 9 April 2024
BB identifies 10 weak banks, merger expected imminently
In a pragmatic move to get rid of the prevailing crisis in the country’s banking sector, the Bangladesh Bank (BB) has finalised a list of nine weak banks and those mergers with stronger banks are expected immediately02:04 9 April 2024
Brazil can import RMG directly from Bangladesh: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday called upon Brazil to import directly Readymade Garment (RMG) products from Bangladesh16:21 8 April 2024
Top Russia diplomat arrives in China for official visit: Ministry
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov arrived in China for an official visit on Monday, his ministry said, as the two countries look to strengthen diplomatic ties as Russia`s invasion of Ukraine grinds on12:17 8 April 2024
Germany faces Gaza genocide case at top UN court
Germany faces charges from Nicaragua at the top UN court on Monday that it is "facilitating the commission of genocide" against Palestinians with its military and political support for Israel12:05 8 April 2024
ECB tipped to pause one last time before June rate cut
Buoyed by falling inflation, the European Central Bank is expected to keep borrowing costs on hold one last time Thursday while laying the ground for a first interest rate cut in June12:01 8 April 2024
Asian markets mixed as traders weigh rates outlook
Asian markets fluctuated Monday as traders weighed the chances of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates this year after a forecast-busting US jobs report dented hopes for a first move in June.11:53 8 April 2024
J. Junaid Jamshed proudly announces its new store opening in Dhaka
J. Junaid Jamshed, a prominent clothing brand in Pakistan, expands its reach by inaugurating an outlet in the capital Dhaka, Bangladesh.
This move marks a significant step for the brand in
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Brazil considers Bangladesh’s inclusion in BRICS positively: Vieira
Visiting Brazilian foreign minister Mauro Vieira on Sunday said that Brasilia considered Bangladesh`s keen interest to become BRICS member "very strongly and positively" as Dhaka shared same principles and positions with the BRICS member states00:34 8 April 2024
Why unprotected eclipse gazing will leave you seeing stars
Just a single, unguarded glance at a solar eclipse can result in a lifetime of vision loss, eye health experts warn18:14 7 April 2024
Russia’s Soyuz MS-24 spacecraft brings 3 cosmonauts back to Earth
The Russian Soyuz MS-24 spacecraft, carrying an international crew of three cosmonauts, has successfully returned to Earth on Saturday18:11 7 April 2024
AI vs humans: influencers face competition from virtual models
Social media influencers have embraced artificial intelligence to spice up their content but they are also facing growing competition from AI-generated Instagramers, TikTokers and YouTubers18:06 7 April 2024
Iran: Israeli embassies ’no longer safe’ after Syria strike
An adviser to Iran`s supreme leader warned Sunday that Israeli embassies are "no longer safe" after a strike in Syria which Tehran blamed on Israel killed seven Revolutionary Guards members18:01 7 April 2024
Spices price decline in Khulna kitchen markets
The prices of most essential spices at the city`s kitchen markets sow a declining trend compared to the last couple of days ahead of the holy Eid-ul-Fitr17:58 7 April 2024
’Market of Fakes’ in Naples, capital of counterfeits and Camorra
As top brands like Gucci and Prada prepare to report billions in sales this month, luxury fakes on the streets of Naples are also yielding a jaw-dropping cash stream -- for the mafia17:52 7 April 2024
5 Eid jamaats to be held at Baitul Mukarram
Five Eid jamaats (congregations) will be held at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque here on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr, an Islamic Foundation press release said on Sunday17:47 7 April 2024
Gold price rises again to Tk 1,15,823 per bhori
Jewellers have raised the price of gold by Tk 1,750 to Tk1,15,823 per bhori (11.664 grams) due to a sharp rise in the price of the precious metal in the international markets01:02 7 April 2024
US, China agree to hold talks on ’balanced economic growth’
The United States and China have agreed to hold "intensive exchanges on balanced growth", the US Treasury Department said in a statement, after two days of talks between Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and her Chinese counterpart He Lifeng in Guangzhou00:56 7 April 2024
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