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Iran Hails Ceasefire as Strategic Victory

Iran Hails Ceasefire as Strategic Victory

Iran has officially endorsed a temporary two-week ceasefire with the United States, brokered under Pakistan’s mediation, framing the agreement as a symbolic triumph for Tehran. The accord, formally approved by Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, is described by officials as a preliminary step toward a lasting resolution rather than a conclusive end […]
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Fuel Allocation Discrepancy at BNP Leader’s Station

Fuel Allocation Discrepancy at BNP Leader’s Station

Authorities in Mymensingh have uncovered significant discrepancies in fuel records at a filling station owned by Azizul Haque, the member secretary of the Gauripur Upazila unit of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). The irregularities were detected over a six-day period, involving nearly 50,000 litres of fuel, leading to the arrest of the station’s manager. The […]
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NBR Pushes Digital Integration with Banks

NBR Pushes Digital Integration with Banks

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has launched a major initiative to digitally link taxpayers’ financial records with banks, enabling automatic access to essential information for tax filings. The programme is expected to reduce manual processes, minimise taxpayer inconvenience, and enhance transparency in revenue collection. Under the scheme, taxpayers will be able to link closing […]
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Offshore Dollar Loans to Boost Export Competitiveness

Offshore Dollar Loans to Boost Export Competitiveness

The Bangladesh Bank is preparing to offer exporters offshore dollar loans at an interest rate of 8%, a significant reduction from the 14–16% charged on domestic currency loans. The central bank is expected to issue a formal circular shortly, detailing operational procedures and eligibility criteria for this new facility. The initiative aims to lower financing […]
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Forex Manipulation Fears Intensify

Forex Manipulation Fears Intensify

Bangladesh’s central bank has sounded the alarm over a suspected attempt by vested groups to engineer instability in the country’s foreign-exchange market, exploiting global uncertainty stemming from the ongoing Middle East conflict. Officials at Bangladesh Bank say they have identified efforts to create an artificial dollar shortage by fuelling rumours of a steep depreciation of […]
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DBBL–Karmasangsthan Bank Digital Payment Pact Signed DBBL–Karmasangsthan Bank Digital Payment Pact Signed

DBBL–Karmasangsthan Bank Digital Payment Pact Signed

A significant step towards expanding digital financial inclusion and easing repayment processes for borrowers has been formalised through a new agreement between Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC and Karmasangsthan Bank. The initiative is designed to enable seamless collection of loan instalments and savings deposits through modern banking channels, reducing reliance on traditional cash-based systems. The agreement was […]
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Iran Claims Strike On Saudi Petrochemical Facility Escalates Tensions Iran Claims Strike On Saudi Petrochemical Facility Escalates Tensions

Iran Claims Strike On Saudi Petrochemical Facility Escalates Tensions

Iran has claimed responsibility for a drone and missile strike targeting a petrochemical installation in Saudi Arabia, intensifying already fragile geopolitical tensions across the Middle East. The announcement was made on Tuesday, 7 April, in a statement carried by Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and reported by the state-run Islamic Republic News Agency. According to […]
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White House Denies Nuclear Strike Speculation Against Iran White House Denies Nuclear Strike Speculation Against Iran

White House Denies Nuclear Strike Speculation Against Iran

The White House has firmly dismissed speculation that the United States is considering a nuclear strike against Iran, seeking to quell rising concerns triggered by recent political rhetoric. The clarification follows remarks made by Vice-President J. D. Vance, which some critics interpreted as implying the possible use of nuclear weapons in a future military confrontation. […]
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Bangladesh Insurance Regulator Overview Bangladesh Insurance Regulator Overview

Bangladesh Insurance Regulator Overview

The Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority of Bangladesh (IDRA) serves as the principal regulatory body for the insurance sector in Bangladesh. Operating under the Ministry of Finance, Bangladesh, it is mandated to ensure the stability, transparency, and orderly development of both life and non-life insurance markets across the country. Established in 2010 through the Insurance […]
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