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Global stocks tumble on weak US jobs report, looming Trump tariffs

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- Stock markets around the world have fallen sharply after a disappointing US jobs report raised concerns about the strength of the global economy, just as President Donald Trump confir... Read More


Call to tackle climate change to build a livable world

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- The world is in dire straits today due to the impact of climate change. Researchers from the country have emphasized on collective global action and generational responsibility to ove... Read More


IDLC Finance sees 45pc profit surge in Q2 on higher investment income

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- IDLC Finance has reported an impressive 45 per cent year-on-year growth in profit for the second quarter (April-June) of this year, driven by higher investment income. The non-bank f... Read More


The transformative power of AI

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- In an era where technology is reshaping industries worldwide, artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as a catalyst for profound change. While its influence on mainstream financial se... Read More


New tariff pushes US duty on RMG to 36.5pc

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- The effective tariff rate on Bangladeshi garment exports to the United States has risen to 36.5 per cent, comprising a newly introduced 20 per cent reciprocal tariff in addition to th... Read More


Landmark labour deal with S Arabia imminent

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- Bangladesh is preparing to finalise a historic bilateral labour agreement with Saudi Arabia within the next two to three weeks, Adviser Asif Nazrul announced on Saturday. This first-... Read More


JCD, NCP to hold back-to-back rallies today

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- Dhaka is set to host two significant political gatherings today as the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) and the National Citizens Party (NCP) hold separate rallies to mark the first ann... Read More


'AL won't be spared if engaged in misdeeds'

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- Awami League men will not be spared if they try to engage in any form of wrongdoings as the party's activities remain banned, said Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd.) Jaha... Read More


NCP to announce 'Vision for New Bangladesh' today

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- The National Citizen Party (NCP) will announce its "Vision for a New Bangladesh" at a rally at the capital's Shaheed Minar on Sunday, marking the first anniversary of the August 3 mas... Read More


Son Heung-min to leave Tottenham this summer

Dhaka, Aug. 3 -- Tottenham captain Son Heung-min said on Saturday that he intends to leave the club this summer after a decade in north London. The 33-year-old attacker joined the Premier League side... Read More