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BFIU mandates ethical undertakings for banks' top brass to ensure governance

Dhaka, April 29 -- The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) has introduced a mandatory "Ethical Undertaking" and "Declaration" for chairmen, directors, and chief executives of commercial bank... Read More


Orbis CEO calls for stepping up efforts to build well-trained workforce in eye care

, April 29 -- President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Orbis International Kathleen Sherwin on Wednesday called for stepping up efforts to build a well-trained workforce for strengthening eye ca... Read More


Muktadir sees $12-14bn export potential in jewellery sector

Dhaka, April 29 -- Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on Wednesday called for bringing the gold trade under the formal economy, asserting that the jewellery sector holds untapped export potent... Read More


Bangladesh, Japan explore stronger cooperation in agriculture

, April 29 -- Bangladesh and Japan on Wednesday expressed interest in strengthening bilateral cooperation in agriculture, with a focus on research, technology transfer, agro-processing and market acce... Read More


Dialogue calls for urgent investment climate reforms ahead of national budget

Dhaka, April 29 -- Policymakers and business leaders on Wednesday called for sweeping reforms to Bangladesh's regulatory and investment environment as the new government finalises its policy agenda an... Read More


Shut unregistered online news portals in Sylhet in 48 hours: SMP

, April 29 -- Sylhet Metropolitan Police (SMP) on Wednesday issued a 48-hour ultimatum to shut unregistered online news portals operating in Sylhet city in violation of the National Online Media Polic... Read More


BB relaxes banking diploma requirements for senior officials joining new banks

, April 29 -- Bangladesh Bank (BB) has relaxed its mandatory banking professional examination requirement for experienced senior officials seeking higher positions in other banks or financial institut... Read More


Dhaka seeks constructive relations with neighbouring countries: Shama Obaed 

Dhaka, April 29 -- State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam has emphasised that the government of Bangladesh places high priority on fostering constructive relations with neighbouring coun... Read More


Technology reshaping crime, police must adapt: IGP

Dhaka, April 29 -- Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir has said that technology is not only driving development but also transforming the nature of crime, with criminals increasingl... Read More


Ministers trade dev promises for extra time in Parliament

, April 29 -- In a session marked by humour and lighthearted bargaining, Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Sakhawat Husain and Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury on Wednesday secure... Read More