বিজ্ঞাপন
565 stories
Global crude oil prices experienced mixed movements on August 21, with Brent crude recording a slight increase while US West Texas Intermediate saw a marginal decline. Despite the daily fluctuations, both major benchmarks finished the recent five-day trading period with significant overall gains.
Bangladesh has released a comprehensive five-year economic roadmap aimed at boosting per capita income, curbing inflation, and driving structural reforms. The strategy spans from the 2026-27 to the 2030-31 fiscal years.
Tension and a falling trend in Bangladesh's share market stopped after six consecutive days of decline on 20 August 2026. While the main Dhaka Stock Exchange index saw a slight increase, overall transaction volume dropped to a four-and-a-half-month low.
Prime Minister's Advisor Dr. Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir detailed sweeping energy security initiatives, inflation control measures, and economic reforms during a press briefing at the Secretariat in Dhaka. Key announcements included upcoming offshore oil and gas exploration tenders, agricultural debt relief, and ambitious targets for solar power generation.
Bangladesh Bank has confirmed an increase in the country's foreign exchange reserves over a two-day period. Gross reserves and IMF-calculated reserves both saw growth by August 18.
A successful bay leaf cultivation movement led by Golzar Hossain has transformed the local economy in Kaunia upazila. Over one thousand farmers are now involved in the thriving agricultural sector across six unions.
A delegation from the United States Treasury Department has met with the Bangladesh Bank governor in Dhaka. The discussions focused on macroeconomic conditions, monetary policy, and ongoing banking sector reforms.
The biennial board election of the Khulna Chamber of Commerce and Industry has been officially suspended. The decision comes as a writ petition remains pending in the High Court.
Prime Minister's Adviser Dr. Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir addressed the ongoing energy crisis and future security measures during a press briefing at the Secretariat in Dhaka. He detailed upcoming targets for solar power expansion and discussed supply chain challenges involving liquefied natural gas cargoes.
South Korea's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries is planning the country's first experimental commercial cargo ship voyage through the Arctic route. The upcoming journey is scheduled to begin on the evening of August 22, though it remains subject to change based on weather conditions such as typhoons.
A severe nationwide gas crisis has severely disrupted industrial production across Narsingdi. Several factories in the district's Satirpara, Chouala, and Ghoradia areas remain completely shut down due to a total lack of gas supply.
Jersey's government has distributed more than £310,000 in Back to School Bonus payments to help families cover essential costs. The financial support scheme provided one-off payments of up to £150 for uniforms, stationery, and other necessary school supplies.
A severe gas crisis in Mymensingh has disrupted production across industrial units, forcing authorities to grant leave to workers at 20 factories. Industry representatives and officials note that low pressure has crippled machinery operations despite the region hosting numerous gas-dependent facilities.
LG Electronics Singapore Bangladesh Branch has officially announced the five winning social initiatives for the LG Ambassador Challenge 2026. The announcement was made during a special event held at the company's office in Gulshan-1, Dhaka, on Tuesday.
A severe national gas crisis has forced the shutdown or partial operation of more than 6,000 megawatts of electricity generation capacity across Bangladesh. Power authorities report that dwindling fuel supplies have triggered rolling blackouts averaging over 2,000 megawatts daily this August.
Bangladesh is participating for the second time as a co-organizer in the upcoming Mekong-Lancang Fruits Festival 2026. The major regional event is scheduled to begin on August 21, 2026, in Kunming, Yunnan province, China.
Severe gas and electricity crises, a global economic downturn, and order shortages have led to widespread factory closures across Bangladesh. More than 150,000 workers have lost their jobs as industrial hubs face unprecedented economic pressure.
Bangladesh capital market experienced a continuous decline for the sixth consecutive trading session on August 19, 2026. Dhaka Stock Exchange recorded its lowest turnover in three months alongside a drop in the main index.
বিজ্ঞাপন
