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Despite higher sales, Singer Bangladesh's losses surged around 61 per cent year-on-year in the July-September quarter of 2026, as a sharp increase in finance costs continued to erode its profitability.
Chhayanaut paid tribute to legendary folk singer Abbasuddin Ahmed through a musical programme at its auditorium in Dhanmondi on Tuesday evening, featuring folk and Islamic songs that became enduring parts of his repertoire.
Grameenphone's profit fell more than 4 per cent year-on-year to Tk 21.72 billion in the first nine months through September this year amid a decline in revenue in a challenging macroeconomic environment.
The effects of El Nino are being felt globally, ranging from floods in Argentina, deadly fires in Peru and drought
BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi on Wednesday said the mismanagement and looting witnessed in the power sector under the ousted Awami League government must not return, stressing the need for accountability and transparency to prevent a recurrence.
Cyclone Arnab intensifies into very severe storm
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has announced a seven-day programme from November 5 to 11 to mark National Revolution and Solidarity Day on November 7.
Bangladesh and Japan have begun bilateral summit talks in Tokyo, with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman meeting his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stated on Tuesday (October 27) that Bangladesh and Japan have reached a pivotal moment to elevate
With a focus on CMSMEs, diversified financing and disciplined risk management, United Finance aims to preserve its credit strength while navigating rising funding costs, asset-quality concerns and economic uncertainty
The US president offered no evidence for his claim, while Brazil’s vice-president dismissed his remarks as “unfounded”
Japan projects up to one trillion yen ($6.35 billion) in private investment in Bangladesh over the next five years, with the investment expected to create 2 lakh jobs.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the Kantei in Tokyo, Japan, today (27 September). Photo: Courtesy
A low non-performing loan ratio, strong liquidity buffers and robust capital adequacy underpin BRAC Bank’s creditworthiness, while effective governance and prudent lending remain central to preserving its AAA rating
Jordan and Syria have agreed to form a joint committee to investigate Jordanian airstrikes that killed several civilians in Syria, raising tensions between the neighbouring countries.
Saudi Arabia will allow Bangladeshi expatriate workers whose residency permits have expired because of conflict-related flight disruptions to return once travel becomes possible, Expatriate Welfare Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury said on Monday.
The head of the UN nuclear watchdog said Tuesday there was no indication that Iran had attempted to repair or rebuild its nuclear facilities damaged in US and Israeli military strikes in 2025 and 2026.
Libya says international aviation restrictions lifted after 11 years
Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas won the 2026 women's Ballon d'Or on Monday (October 26), equalling the record of three titles held by compatriot Aitana Bonmati.
As Bangladesh's banking sector grapples with rising non-performing loans and governance concerns, Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC underscores the importance of prudent underwriting and transparent risk management.
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