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Govt cuts Tk 120b from top development projects over slow progress

Govt cuts Tk 120b from top development projects over slow progress

The interim government is slashing allocations for several major development projects in the Revised Annual Development Programme (RADP), cutting over Tk 120 billion from eight of the top 10 priority projects due to slow progress and fiscal constraints. According to planning ministry sources, allo

Net FDI jumps over 200pc in Q3

Net FDI jumps over 200pc in Q3

Bangladesh recorded a robust rise in net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) during July-September 2025, reflecting positive investor confidence amid global uncertainties. According to the latest figures released by Bangladesh Bank, net FDI inflow for Q3 (Jul–Sep) stood at US$315.09 million, mar

SBAC Bank signs MoU with Best Western Plus Bay Hills Hotel

SBAC Bank signs MoU with Best Western Plus Bay Hills Hotel

SBAC Bank PLC signed a Memorandum of Article with Best Western Plus Bay Hills Hotel located in Himchari, Cox’s bazar at the Bank’s Head Office recently. In the presence of S. M. Mainul Kabir, Managing Director and CEO of SBAC Bank; Mohammad Shafiul Azam, Head of Digital Financial Inclu


NBR integrates ASYCUDA World system with BGMEA’s e-UD platform

NBR integrates ASYCUDA World system with BGMEA’s e-UD platform

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has integrated the ASYCUDA World system with the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association’s (BGMEA) electronic Utilisation Declaration (e-UD) platform, aiming to modernise bond management and expedite customs clearance for export-oriented

Ezazul Islam appointed DG of BIBM

Ezazul Islam appointed DG of BIBM

Dr Md Ezazul Islam has been appointed as Director General (DG) of the Bangladesh Institute of Bank Management (BIBM). Before taking up this role, Dr. Islam served as Executive Director (Grade-1) in charge of the Monetary Policy Department at Bangladesh Bank and was an active member of the Monetary

BRAC opens applications for BRIDGE Returnship Programme

BRAC opens applications for BRIDGE Returnship Programme

BRAC has announced the start of a new application cycle for its BRIDGE Returnship Programme, an initiative supporting women who are looking to return to professional life after a career break. Through structured opportunities and targeted support, the programme seeks to ease the transition back in

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