Foreign aid commitments rise 40% in Q1 of FY27
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Foreign aid commitments rise 40% in Q1 of FY27

Foreign loan and grant commitments to Bangladesh rose by nearly 40% in the first quarter (July-September) of the current FY27. Development partners committed $1.273 billion in loans and grants during the July-September period, up from $910.67 million in the same period of the...

Dhaka Tribune • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:53 PM
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Iran says supreme leader met with security chief over Hormuz

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who has yet to appear in public since he took office in March, has met with security chief Mohsen Rezaei to discuss regional security and the Strait of Hormuz, his office said Tuesday. Mojtaba was chosen in March to...

Dhaka Tribune • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:51 PM
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IMF: Bangladesh to surpass India in per capita GDP this year

Bangladesh is projected to overtake neighbouring India in nominal per capita gross domestic product (GDP) in 2026, with its per capita GDP expected to reach $2,886, compared with $2,749 for India, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The IMF

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Initiative aims to improve employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for young people

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The agitation entered its 16th day as students demanded a firm timeline for approving the students’ union constitution, despite the university’s decision to hold elections within 15 days of approval.

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Maritime ports asked to hoist cautionary signal 3

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New Age • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:49 PM
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Video footage of the incident shows IEDCR director holding meeting with several people in his office when 8-9 individuals enter and begin assaulting him

The Daily Star • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:47 PM
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UCB, Mastercard and GP unveils co-branded sticker payment card

United Commercial Bank PLC (UCB), Mastercard and Grameenphone on Tuesday unveiled a co-branded sticker payment card, offering consumers in Bangladesh a simple and convenient way to make contactless payments while enjoying cashback, rewards and exclusive lifestyle benefits....

Dhaka Tribune • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:46 PM
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Zubaida Rahman speaks at a health-related seminar organised by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation in Tokyo on Tuesday. Photo: Courtesy

She calls for greater cooperation in health research, maternal and child health, and modern medical infrastructure.

The Business Standard • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:45 PM
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Mbappe apologises for 'ill-judged' comment about Mao Zedong

New Age, a Dhaka-based leading English language daily newspaper, is a major source of news of Bangladesh and international affairs

New Age • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:44 PM
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Bank Asia holds breast cancer awareness session for female employees

Bank Asia PLC organized a breast cancer awareness session for its female employees, marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to promoting employee well-being, raising health awareness and fostering a supportive and inclusive...

Dhaka Tribune • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:41 PM
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Rizvi: IGP’s crossfire remarks have put govt in an awkward position

BNP acting secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi on Tuesday said the Inspector General of Police’s (IGP) remarks about reinstating crossfire have caused unease within the government. “We feel deeply saddened that the head of the police force, who is part of the...

Dhaka Tribune • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:41 PM
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Dengue death toll reaches 400 as record 11 die in a day

New Age, a Dhaka-based leading English language daily newspaper, is a major source of news of Bangladesh and international affairs

New Age • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:41 PM
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Operational restrictions have disrupted 146 direct and transit flights so far, while Biman has extended the suspension of Dhaka-Riyadh and Dhaka-Dammam services until 4 November.

The Business Standard • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:40 PM
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The father of a seven-year-old student and Md Muslem Ahmed, vice-principal of Qariul Quran International Madrasah in Tongi, Gazipur, who was arrested over allegations of sexually abusing the child. Photo Collage: Screengrab/Courtesy

Victim’s father says he no longer wants to think about the case.

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Police question Nuruzzaman, the eldest son of MP Abdul Aziz, at the officer-in-charge’s office at Gurudaspur Police Station on Monday night (26 October) over the killing of Chhatra Dal leader Shakil Islam. Photo: Collected

Nuruzzaman, son of the MP, has been in custody since last night (26 October).

The Business Standard • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:40 PM
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Bangladesh, Malaysia open FTA talks

Bangladesh and Malaysia have begun formal talks on a free trade agreement (FTA) to expand bilateral trade and investment and strengthen their economic partnership.

The Financial Express • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:38 PM
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Tongi child abuse case: Rumi seeks anticipatory bail in counter-case

New Age, a Dhaka-based leading English language daily newspaper, is a major source of news of Bangladesh and international affairs

New Age • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:37 PM
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BSREA seeks longer solar duty relief, unified renewable energy law

New Age, a Dhaka-based leading English language daily newspaper, is a major source of news of Bangladesh and international affairs

New Age • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:37 PM
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“It will come, good things take time. I trust in the path I'm building. Without rushing, with enthusiasm and the peace of mind that one day my moment will arrive,” Yamal wrote.

The Daily Star • 8 Days, Oct 27, 2026 5:35 PM
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