Category: South Asia

Bangladesh Womens Team Departs for Thailand Training Camp Bangladesh Women’s Team Departs for Thailand Training Camp

Bangladesh Women’s Team Departs for Thailand Training Camp

The Bangladesh national women’s football team departed for Thailand on Thursday morning to participate in a specialised preparatory camp ahead of the upcoming SAFF Women’s Championship. While the tour is a critical component of their title defence, the departure was marked by administrative hurdles, as visa complications prevented the entire contingent from travelling together. Visa […]
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Storm Alerts Issued for Eight Regions in Bangladesh Storm Alerts Issued for Eight Regions in Bangladesh

Storm Alerts Issued for Eight Regions in Bangladesh

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued a formal weather warning for eight regions across the country, forecasting gusty winds and thunderstorms. According to a bulletin signed by meteorologist Dr Md. Omar Faruque on Thursday (7 May), inland river ports have been advised to take precautionary measures as inclement weather is expected to persist until […]
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Phased Withdrawal of Armed Forces From Field Duties Phased Withdrawal of Armed Forces From Field Duties

Phased Withdrawal of Armed Forces From Field Duties

DHAKA – Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmad has announced that the government has initiated a plan to gradually withdraw members of the Armed Forces—comprising the Army, Navy, and Air Force—from field-level law enforcement duties. The Minister shared this information during a press briefing held at the Secretariat on Thursday, 7 May 2026, following a high-level meeting […]
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Hong Kong Insurance Sales Rise Amid Tourism Recovery Hong Kong Insurance Sales Rise Amid Tourism Recovery

Hong Kong Insurance Sales Rise Amid Tourism Recovery

Hong Kong’s insurance and tourism industries are experiencing a sustained recovery, underpinned by a significant increase in visitor arrivals. This resurgence is providing critical support for cross-border life insurance sales, with Mainland Chinese visitors (MCVs) identified as the primary demographic driving this demand. Surge in Visitor Arrivals According to the Jefferies data tracker, which synthesises […]
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Taiwan Life Insurers Face Consolidation Amid Capital Strain Taiwan Life Insurers Face Consolidation Amid Capital Strain

Taiwan Life Insurers Face Consolidation Amid Capital Strain

The Taiwanese life insurance sector is currently navigating a period of significant structural transition, marked by increased merger and acquisition (M&A) activity. According to the Fitch Ratings’ APAC Insurance Outlook 2026, published in December 2025, this wave of consolidation is a direct consequence of persistent strain on the risk-based capital (RBC) positions of weaker firms […]
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Bank Asia to Issue BDT 1000 Crore Bond Bank Asia to Issue BDT 1,000 Crore Bond

Bank Asia to Issue BDT 1,000 Crore Bond

Bank Asia Limited, a prominent private commercial bank in Bangladesh, has formally announced its decision to issue a green sustainable bond valued at BDT 1,000 crore. The primary objective of this financial move is to bolster the institution’s capital base while providing dedicated funding for environmentally friendly and sustainable initiatives. This strategic decision was ratified […]
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Bangladesh Bank Unifies Foreign Exchange Transport Regulations Bangladesh Bank Unifies Foreign Exchange Transport Regulations

Bangladesh Bank Unifies Foreign Exchange Transport Regulations

Bangladesh Bank, the central bank of the country, has issued a comprehensive circular aimed at streamlining the remittance of funds abroad in exchange for transport services. Released on Thursday, this new directive establishes a unified regulatory framework for ticket issuance and charge collection services involving international passenger transport, foreign airlines, and shipping companies’ cargo operations. […]
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Baul Artist Issues Public Apology Baul Artist Issues Public Apology

Baul Artist Issues Public Apology

Bangladeshi Baul artist Hasina Sarkar has issued a public apology following widespread controversy over her recent comments regarding the country’s folk music community. The remarks, which circulated on social media and sparked debate, involved allegations concerning professional opportunities and inappropriate pressures faced by female Baul performers. In earlier statements, Sarkar had suggested that some female […]
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International Airport and Airbase Planned for Bogra International Airport and Airbase Planned for Bogra

International Airport and Airbase Planned for Bogra

The Government of Bangladesh has formalised a comprehensive plan to upgrade the existing aviation infrastructure in Bogra into a full-scale international airport. This ambitious project includes the establishment of a state-of-the-art airbase and a dedicated flying academy designed to cultivate a new generation of skilled pilots. The announcement followed a high-level site inspection on Thursday […]
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New Attendance Penalties at Viqarunnisa Noon School New Attendance Penalties at Viqarunnisa Noon School

New Attendance Penalties at Viqarunnisa Noon School

Viqarunnisa Noon School and College has introduced a new set of regulations aimed at improving student attendance and maintaining academic discipline. According to a notice signed by the Acting Principal, Majeda Begum, on Thursday, 7 May 2026, students will now face financial penalties for unauthorised absences. These measures, approved by the institution’s Ad-hoc Committee, are […]
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