Wednesday, 16 September 2026 · 7:33 AM
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Urea production has officially restarted at the Chittagong Urea Fertilizer Limited following the restoration of gas supplies. The facility had been completely shut down since March 4 due to severe gas shortages.
Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation Chairman Dr. Mahmudur Rahman inspected fertilizer warehouses in Nilphamari, Lalmonirhat, and Kurigram. He confirmed that adequate urea fertilizer stock is available to meet national demand until November 2026.
The US Senate has failed to advance the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act after falling short of the required 60 votes on Tuesday. Four Republican senators joined all Democrats in voting against the legislative measure in Washington.
Consumer rights authorities in Sirajganj fined two egg traders a total of 7,000 taka on September 15, 2026, for selling eggs above government-mandated prices. The Directorate of National Consumer Rights Protection conducted the inspection in the Shialkol union area.
West Bengal's Petrapole land port has seen the arrival of approximately 500 tonnes of Hilsa fish destined for Bangladesh over the past two months. Officials note that a significant portion of this exported fish originates from Gujarat.
British High Commissioner Sarah Cook paid a courtesy call on Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M. Rashiduzzaman Millat in Dhaka. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and modernising the fleet of national flag carrier Biman Bangladesh Airlines.
The five-day Bisic Leather and Leather Goods Fair 2026 has officially commenced in Tejgaon, Dhaka. Advocate Md. Ruhul Kabir Rizvi inaugurated the exhibition, which runs from September 16 to September 20.
Fashion Roundtable is delivering a letter to Downing Street on Wednesday, signed by more than 1,200 people, demanding that NHS and military uniforms be manufactured in the UK. The group argues that domestic production will boost employment, secure supply chains, and avoid the waste seen in previous public procurement programmes.
Major technology companies including Oracle, Uber, PayPal, Apple, and Zomato have laid off more than 6,000 employees globally. The job cuts are part of broader organizational restructuring and the adoption of artificial intelligence.
The government has prepared a surplus supply of 1.58 million metric tonnes of fertilizer to meet demand during the Rabi and Boro seasons. This initiative aims to maintain uninterrupted agricultural production across the country.
Bangladesh's ready-made garment exports to the United States grew by 11.42 percent during the first two months of the 2026-27 fiscal year. Industry representatives have welcomed the positive trajectory while emphasizing the need for continued monitoring.
Geological surveys in Saudi Arabia's Jabal Said area have revealed massive deposits of uranium and rare earth minerals. The discovery coincides with new energy agreements between Riyadh and Washington.
Bakery product prices, including bread and cakes, have increased across Dhaka following a recent adjustment by manufacturers. The price hike places an additional financial burden on consumers already grappling with rising inflation and essential commodity costs.
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has listed 4.1 billion shares for his Lagos refinery in what is billed as the largest-ever share sale in Africa. Meanwhile, global oil prices have continued to advance following the shutdown of a critical Saudi Arabian pipeline.
Discussions across Bangladesh reveal a widening gap in workload distribution within public and private sectors. Experts examine how mismatched salary scales and idle staff undermine institutional efficiency.
Batteries met nearly half of Australia's dispatchable power needs during the evening peak in August 2026. This surge caused gas generation to plummet and wholesale electricity prices to fall.
The finance minister held a meeting with IDRA officials in Dhaka, warning that companies failing to pay claims will have assets sold. He also directed all insurance firms to adopt automation immediately.
The American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh celebrated its 30th founding anniversary at a Dhaka hotel last Saturday. Discussions at the event focused on boosting US foreign direct investment and formulating a clear energy roadmap.
The Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council is organizing Malaysia Healthcare Week in Chattogram for the first time. The initiative is part of broader campaigns in Bangladesh, which include participation in the upcoming 13th Asian Tourism Fair in Dhaka.
The Bangladesh USA Chamber of Commerce and Industries partnered with the Greater New York Chamber of Commerce for the large-scale 2025 New York Remittance Fair and Trade Fair. Kelly Loeffler, head of the Small Business Administration under the Trump administration, attended as the chief guest.
The grand opening ceremony of the Bangladesh Innovation Fair 2026 took place in Dhaka. State Minister for Planning Junaid Abdur Rahim Saki attended the event as the chief guest.
The American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh is marking its 30th anniversary with a focus on bilateral trade and investment. Bilateral trade between Bangladesh and the United States has expanded significantly from the 1990s.
Natural gas deliveries from Russia to Armenia will be temporarily halted for an 11-day period starting September 15 due to scheduled maintenance work on the transiting pipeline. Despite the suspension on Russian energy imports, domestic reserves and additional supplies from Iran will ensure uninterrupted service for consumers in the republic.
The 13th Asian Tourism Fair is scheduled to take place at the International Convention City Bashundhara in Dhaka from September 17 to September 19, 2026. The three-day international event will feature over 200 organizations from 10 countries across approximately 300 booths.
Standard Chartered Bangladesh has successfully hosted its inaugural Financial Markets Leadership Forum in the country. The landmark event brought together approximately 200 top-tier representatives from regulatory bodies, banks, and financial institutions.
Vegetable and fish prices have risen significantly across markets in Barishal over the span of a single week. Local residents are facing increased costs for daily essentials as supplies dwindle due to market dynamics.
Commerce, Industry, and Textiles and Jute Minister Khondkar Abdul Muktadir outlines new initiatives to slash investment delays. The government is also advancing free trade discussions with multiple nations.
Efforts are underway to restart three closed textile mills in Tongi through a joint venture arrangement. Management and board members recently convened to discuss overcoming mounting financial liabilities and bank interest waivers.
Bangladesh Bank has issued a new policy for the 'Udyog' project to finance young entrepreneurs at the upazila level. Under this initiative, entrepreneurs aged up to 28 years will be eligible to receive financial support.
The main index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange dropped below the five thousand five hundred point threshold. During the session, the prices of the vast majority of traded companies declined significantly across the board.
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