Category: Bangladesh

Illegal Sand Extraction Under the Cover of Road Repair Large-Scale Sand Extraction from Shankha River in the Name of Road Development

Large-Scale Sand Extraction from Shankha River in the Name of Road Development

In Anwara of Chattogram, allegations have surfaced that large quantities of sand are being extracted illegally from the Shankha River under the pretext of road renovation. Locals claim that much of this sand is being sold privately, significantly heightening the threat of riverbank erosion. LGED sources report that a Tk 26-crore project has been undertaken […]
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Writ Filed in Court Seeking Suspension of Election Activities

A writ petition has been filed seeking the suspension of all activities related to the upcoming 13th National Parliament Election. The petition was submitted on Wednesday, 4 December 2025, by Advocate Yarul Islam, Secretary General of the Bangladesh Congress. The petition contends that the ongoing election preparations may contravene legal provisions and potentially compromise the […]
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Chinese Insurers Expand Digital Solutions for Customised Coverage

Innovation and Customisation Drive Growth in China’s Insurance Market

Chinese commercial insurers are maintaining a disciplined and selective approach to underwriting, with a clear focus on profitability amid evolving market conditions. According to Aon’s Q3 2025 report, the broader market continues to operate under generally moderate to soft pricing, offering favourable conditions for well-performing accounts. An exception to this trend is the Directors and […]
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Japan’s Commercial Insurance Market Remains in a Hardening Phase

Reassessment and New Limit Policies in Japan’s Commercial Insurance

Japan’s commercial insurance sector is experiencing a continued trend towards stricter underwriting, as major domestic property and casualty insurers adopt more cautious approaches to risk. According to Shinichi Kandatsu, Head of Commercial Risk Solutions at Aon Japan, underwriters are increasingly requesting detailed information at policy renewals to ensure profitability and strengthen risk assessment processes. Since […]
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Kurigram Grapples with Freezing Winter Freezing Weather Brings Kurigram Life to a Standstill

Freezing Weather Brings Kurigram Life to a Standstill

Kurigram is grappling with severe winter conditions as cold temperatures and dense fog bring daily life to a near standstill. Northern winds have intensified the chill, making this winter unusually harsh for residents of the northern district. Over the past three days, temperatures have hovered between 12 and 13 degrees Celsius. Overnight and early morning […]
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A K M Ehsanul Haque

A K M Ehsanul Haque: Four Decades of Contribution to the Insurance Sector

A K M Ehsanul Haque is a distinguished professional in Bangladesh’s insurance industry. He completed his postgraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of Dhaka, graduating in April 1977. On 5 July 1977, he moved to Dubai, UAE, to take up a work opportunity. His first day was filled with excitement and emotion. His father […]
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Prisoner Under Treatment at DMCH Passes Away Inmate of Dhaka Central Jail Dies While Under Treatment at DMCH

Inmate of Dhaka Central Jail Dies While Under Treatment at DMCH

An elderly inmate of Dhaka Central Jail, Abdul Matin, aged 75, passed away while receiving treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH). The man was brought to the hospital’s emergency department in an unconscious state around 11:30 pm on Tuesday, where doctors subsequently declared him dead. Abdul Matin, whose father is Mirzan Ali, had been […]
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PayPal to Launch in Bangladesh

PayPal Soon to Launch in Bangladesh to Link Small Entrepreneurs to Global Markets

Global digital payment service PayPal is planning to start operations in Bangladesh shortly, aiming to connect small entrepreneurs with international markets and facilitate easier sales of their products. Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur confirmed this on Tuesday (2 December). Speaking at the Agro Award 2025 ceremony, the governor said, “Through PayPal, small entrepreneurs will […]
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Ten Military Officers Appear Before Tribunal in Crimes Against Humanity Case Ten Military Officers Appear Before Tribunal in Crimes Against Humanity Case

Ten Military Officers Appear Before Tribunal in Crimes Against Humanity Case

Ten military officers have been brought before the International Crimes Tribunal in a case involving allegations of abduction and torture at the TFI Cell. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 16 others have been listed as accused. They were transported from the special prison in Dhaka Cantonment at 10:23 am on Wednesday in an air-conditioned […]
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