Category: South Asia

Adabar School Head Teacher Attacked by Guard

Adabar School Head Teacher Attacked by Guard

A serious incident unfolded at Begum Nurjahan Memorial Girls School in Dhaka’s Adabar area on Wednesday, 4 March, when the institution’s head teacher, Mr. Md. Alauddin, was physically assaulted by the school’s guard, Dhulu Shikdar. The attack left Mr. Alauddin injured and has provoked strong condemnation from fellow teachers. Eyewitnesses said that after the assault, […]
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Fresh Embezzlement Case Rocks Fareast Islamic Life

Fresh Embezzlement Case Rocks Fareast Islamic Life

Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has initiated a new case of financial misconduct against Fareast Islamic Life Insurance Company Limited, highlighting ongoing concerns over corporate governance in the country’s insurance sector. The case was filed on Monday, 2 March, at the ACC’s Dhaka-1 consolidated district office, based on a complaint submitted by Deputy Director Md. Sajib […]
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City Bank Adopts Global Responsible Banking Standards

City Bank Adopts Global Responsible Banking Standards

City Bank PLC, recognised as one of Bangladesh’s leading sustainable banks, has formally announced its membership of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) and its affiliation with the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI). This milestone underscores the bank’s steadfast commitment to aligning its sustainable finance practices and responsible banking strategies […]
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IFIC Bank Unveils Ramadan Card Benefits

IFIC Bank Unveils Ramadan Card Benefits

In anticipation of the holy month of Ramadan and the forthcoming Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, IFIC Bank has launched a comprehensive suite of exclusive offers for its credit and debit cardholders. This initiative aims to strengthen customer engagement while promoting digital financial transactions during the festive period. According to the bank, the campaign provides a range of […]
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Doctors Suspended Over Childs Circumcision Death Doctors Suspended Over Child’s Circumcision Death

Doctors Suspended Over Child’s Circumcision Death

The Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC) has suspended the professional registrations of two physicians for six months following the death of a young child during a circumcision procedure at a private hospital in the capital. The disciplinary action was taken after a prolonged investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Ayan Ahmed, which […]
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UCB Champions Nationwide Financial Literacy Drive

UCB Champions Nationwide Financial Literacy Drive

United Commercial Bank Private Limited (UCB) marked the first Monday of March with a comprehensive Financial Literacy Day initiative across Bangladesh. According to an official press release, the programme aims to enhance public awareness of financial matters while promoting the safe and responsible use of modern banking services. The 2026 edition of the event carried […]
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Mili Akthar From Rural Bangladesh to Sydney Stardom Mili Akthar: From Rural Bangladesh to Sydney Stardom

Mili Akthar: From Rural Bangladesh to Sydney Stardom

The sprawling sporting arenas of Sydney, Australia, became the stage for a remarkable tale of resilience and talent on Tuesday, 3 March 2026. Mili Akthar, the burgeoning goalkeeper for the Bangladesh National Women’s Football Team, made her senior international debut during the AFC Women’s Asian Cup. While the encounter against the powerhouse Chinese squad ended […]
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Central Bank Meeting Postponed as Sadiq Ahmed Resigns Central Bank Meeting Postponed as Sadiq Ahmed Resigns

Central Bank Meeting Postponed as Sadiq Ahmed Resigns

The newly appointed Governor of the Bangladesh Bank, Mostakur Rahman, has encountered a significant institutional hurdle in his debut attempt to pivot the nation’s monetary policy. A critical meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), originally scheduled for Wednesday to discuss a reduction in interest rates, has been abruptly postponed. This delay coincides with the […]
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Hormuz Crisis Shipping Insurance and Freight Costs Soar Hormuz Crisis: Shipping Insurance and Freight Costs Soar

Hormuz Crisis: Shipping Insurance and Freight Costs Soar

The intensifying military friction within the Strait of Hormuz has cast a long shadow over global maritime commerce, fundamentally altering the economics of energy transport. As the threat of kinetic strikes and vessel seizures looms, the global insurance market has responded with a swift and severe correction. This fiscal volatility is creating a “risk premium” […]
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