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New Terminal One at JFK nears completion, promises world-class passenger experience

Dhaka, Feb. 3 -- A massive new Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport is nearing completion, aiming to transform passenger experience and airport operations. The 2.6 million-square-foot... Read More


Rosatom supplies VVER-1200 nuclear fuel to China for the first time

, Feb. 3 -- The Fuel Division of Russia's State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom has delivered nuclear fuel for the initial core loading of the VVER-1200 reactor at Unit 7 of the Tianwan Nuclear Powe... Read More


Emirates expands Chauffeur-Drive service to Narita and Kansai airports in Japan

Dubai, Feb. 3 -- Emirates has announced the expansion of its signature Chauffeur-Drive service in Japan, further enhancing its premium ground experience for travelers. From 1 February 2026, the servic... Read More


Bangladesh High Commission in Maldives arranges air ticket for seriously ill migrant worker

Dhaka, Feb. 3 -- The Bangladesh High Commission in the Maldives has arranged an air ticket for a seriously ill Bangladeshi migrant worker to enable his return to Bangladesh for advanced medical treatm... Read More


Jail Pavilion records BDT 7cr sales, secures general category win at DITF

Dhaka, Feb. 3 -- The Bangladesh Jail Pavilion has emerged as the top winner in the general pavilion category at the 30th Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF), marking a significant milestone in priso... Read More


Foreign jobs of Bangladeshis fall 21pc in January

Dhaka, Feb. 3 -- Overseas employment opportunities for Bangladeshi workers saw a notable slowdown in January 2026, with the number of outbound workers dropping by just over 21 percent from the previou... Read More


Gloria Guevara appointed WTTC chief

Dhaka, Feb. 2 -- The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), on January 19, announced that Gloria Guevara has been appointed as President and CEO by its Operating Committee. Returning to the role, s... Read More


Dalai Lama wins Grammy for spoken-word album

Dhaka, Feb. 2 -- Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has won his first-ever Grammy Award at the age of 90 for his spoken-word album "Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama". ... Read More


January exports up 11.2pc to USD 4.41bn

Dhaka, Feb. 2 -- Merchandise exports from Bangladesh in January increased 11.22 percent month-on-month to USD 4.41 billion, fueled by stronger garment shipments, according to data from the Export Prom... Read More


Gulf Air introducing Starlink Wi-Fi across entire fleet

Dhaka, Feb. 2 -- Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, announced the roll out of Starlink high-speed internet across its entire fleet starting mid-2026, offering complimentary Wi-F... Read More