The Awami League regime's economic strategy was not always based on equity.
Women now account for 49.67 percent of the total deposits made through agent banks
Bangladesh has been grappling with elevated inflation for the past two and a half years, significantly straining the daily lives of its population.
Islamic banking in Bangladesh continued its steady growth trajectory as of May this year, driven by consistent increases in deposits, investments and remittances..According to the Islamic Banking and Finance Statistics (IBFS) report by the Bangladesh Bank for that month, several key indica
Islami Bank Bangladesh has reported a 7.2 percent increase in profit for the April-June quarter of 2024..The profit amounted to Tk 307 crore whereas it was Tk 286.22 crore in the same period last year..For the first half of the year, the bank's profit rose to Tk 356.92 crore from Tk
Purchases using credit cards in Bangladesh displayed periodic fluctuations but overall indicated an upward trend in the months since May 2023, highlighting a growing appetite among consumers for credit.
The fluctuation indicates that the growth of the economy, when measured in dollars, has been lower than initially projected, due to the weakening of the taka.
Crisis-ridden National Bank’s financial woes have deepened further, as the bank’s losses increased by a massive 145 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2024.
Let’s take a look at the top 6 inspirational books at this year’s Ekushey Boi Mela.
Youth Global Foundation, one of the largest organisations dedicated to the empowerment of the youth in Bangladesh, has recently announced its support to 14 arts and culture platforms.
It is a dream come true for many Bangladeshis, irrespective of their income. Buying an apartment offers several advantages, such as convenience and security, and most importantly, owning a place you can call home, and not having to pay rent.
The Sheikh Russell Shishu Chattar is located at the Suhrawardy Udyan portion of the Ekushey Boi Mela; around 111 stalls of 71 publications have been set up in the dedicated area. The zone has been colourfully decorated to make things attractive for children.
TAAGA is making strong statements in a society where women are frequently underrepresented in leadership roles and their achievements are frequently ignored. Young female professionals, under the age of 35, who are breaking down barriers in various fields are being recognised by the brand through the introduction of the TAAGA Outstanding Young Professionals Award.
The Brac Hope Festival was a celebration to remember. The event was a riot of colour, vigour, and enthusiasm that took place in the Bangladesh Army Stadium. The three-day ceremony marked the end of a yearlong commemoration of Brac's 50th anniversary as one of the biggest development organisations in the world. The celebration, which took place from February 9 to 11, brought together people from all occupations to celebrate Brac's remarkable achievements and to look forward to the future with anticipation.
Every year, thousands of Bangladeshi patients travel abroad in search of better medical treatment despite the availability of similar services within the country.
In recent years, the availability of exotic fruits and vegetables from local farms in Bangladesh has been on the rise.
Here is a list of the top 5 tourist attractions in Khulna division
Sara lifestyle, a concern of Snowtex group, introduced their new sub-brand, Dheu, at a launching event held at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel in Dhaka. The event, which took place on 22 January, featured a fashion show highlighting western wears of Dheu that aims to be a premier destination for finding western clothes at affordable prices.
