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England has updated its National Planning Policy Framework to introduce stricter rules for developers altering pub use alongside a major housing push. The changes come into effect on Monday as the government balances local growth with business challenges.
An 18-member business delegation from India has arrived in Dhaka for a two-day visit to hold discussions with senior government policymakers. The delegation, led by Confederation of Indian Industry Director General Chandrajit Banerjee, will meet with key ministers including Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury and Khandaker Abdul Muktadir.
The government has decided to alter the timeline of the country's national fiscal year from the traditional July-June period to an April-March cycle. The landmark decision was approved during a cabinet meeting held at the Secretariat in Dhaka on August 17.
China has launched regular commercial shipping services through the Northern Sea Route in the Arctic. The route drastically cuts travel times between China and Europe compared to the traditional Suez Canal passage.
Virgin has been granted track access by the Office of Rail and Road to operate rival international rail services through the Channel Tunnel. The major regulatory decision paves the way for competition against Eurostar, which has held a passenger service monopoly since 1994.
Bangladesh Bank has announced a new agricultural and rural loan policy for the 2026-27 fiscal year, setting a disbursement target of Tk 60,000 crore. The central bank has also made it mandatory for commercial banks to channel at least 4 percent of their total loans into the agricultural sector.
The government has approved a proposal to reduce taxes on the import of green chilies and tomatoes. The decision was finalized during a cabinet meeting at the Secretariat on August 17.
Robi Axiota PLC has officially launched its new brand 'Circle' to replace Airtel in Bangladesh. The rebranding marks a new chapter following 16 years of Airtel's operations in the country.
Community Bank Bangladesh has joined a 10 billion taka refinancing scheme following a formal agreement with Bangladesh Bank. Meanwhile, a delegation from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has held a meeting with the central bank governor.
Dhaka Bank recently partnered with North South University to host the grand finale of the 'Markexcellence 2026' inter-university digital marketing case competition in Dhaka. The event also marked the official unveiling of a new co-branded prepaid card tailored for eligible students.
Facing a significant debt burden across domestic and international financial institutions, City Group has announced a strategic plan to raise BDT 1,500 crore from the capital market. The conglomerate has appointed LankaBangla Investment as the issue manager and One Bank as the banking partner to facilitate the fund collection in Dhaka.
A new Hargreaves Lansdown survey reveals that almost two thirds of British savers have remained with the same bank for more than a decade. Analysts warn this widespread consumer inertia is costing the public £12bn in missed interest every year.
Dhaka Stock Exchange organized a three-day training program for Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission officials from August 10 to 12. The initiative aimed to enhance professional efficiency and foster better coordination between the two regulatory and exchange institutions.
Coffee drinkers face surging costs worldwide as extreme weather, geopolitical tensions, and sweeping new tariffs squeeze supply chains. Industry leaders warn that market pressures will likely persist for years.
Government-backed e-scooter trials continue in Southampton and across England as the debate over the legal status of private devices intensifies. While rental e-scooters are permitted under strict regulatory frameworks, privately owned models remain illegal on public roads.
A recent dialogue hosted by the Centre for Policy Dialogue in Dhaka highlighted findings from a comprehensive survey of 350 garment factories regarding renewable energy adoption. Experts discussed significant potential for cutting industrial carbon emissions and energy consumption through modern technologies.
The Dhaka Stock Exchange saw its benchmark index fall to 5,860 points on Sunday, even as total trade turnover increased significantly by 22 percent. Individual retail investors dominated the trading floor, accounting for nearly 91 percent of the market activity.
Payment giant PayPal has been the subject of buyout talks following a proposal by Stripe and Advent International. The discussions come amid significant corporate restructuring and leadership changes at the firm.
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