Category: South Asia

The number of loan defaulter candidates is 31 half of whom are from the BNP The number of loan-defaulter candidates is 31, half of whom are from the BNP

The number of loan-defaulter candidates is 31, half of whom are from the BNP

Despite being listed as loan defaulters, 31 parliamentary candidates have successfully retained their eligibility after receiving court injunctions, according to the returning officers’ announcements. Of these, 15 are nominated by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), while 11 stand as independents, with the remainder representing other parties. These candidates were flagged by the Bangladesh Bank’s Central […]
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Consumer Rights Raid Against Adulterated Jaggery Producers in Harirampur "Consumer Rights Raid Against Adulterated Jaggery Producers in Harirampur"

“Consumer Rights Raid Against Adulterated Jaggery Producers in Harirampur”

In Manikganj’s Harirampur, authorities have uncovered a fraudulent jaggery production operation, prompting a swift intervention by the Department of Consumer Rights Protection. According to reports, the factory had been producing jaggery using commercial sugar (chitaguṛ) instead of natural date palm sap for an extended period, selling it in local markets as genuine jaggery. This deception […]
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College Student Found Dead Hanging Body Recovered from Hostel College Student Found Dead: Hanging Body Recovered from Hostel

College Student Found Dead: Hanging Body Recovered from Hostel

Dinajpur, Bangladesh – The lifeless body of a college student, Mostarina Akter, was discovered hanging in her hostel on Tuesday, 6 December. The grim discovery was made around midday at the Linka Girls’ Hostel, located near Balubari, adjacent to Dinajpur Government Women’s College. Mostarina, a third-year honours student in the Bengali Department at Dinajpur Government […]
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Suman Agency Honoured as Best Agency 2025

Suman Agency Honoured as Best Agency 2025

MetLife Bangladesh has recently recognised Suman Agency of Noakhali as the “Best Agency 2025”, acknowledging its exceptional performance in the country’s life insurance sector. This marks the second consecutive year the agency has received this prestigious accolade, reflecting its professionalism, innovative practices, and significant contribution to the market. According to MetLife Bangladesh, Suman Agency earned […]
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Bangladesh to Import Soybean Oil at 131 Taka Per Litre Of BDT 17.847 Crore

Bangladesh to Import Soybean Oil at 131 Taka Per Litre Of BDT 17.847 Crore

In a strategic move to meet domestic edible oil demand and stabilise market prices, the Bangladeshi government has approved the import of a substantial quantity of soybean oil from Thailand. A total of 13,575,000 litres of soybean oil is scheduled to arrive in the country, at a total expenditure of BDT 17.847 crore, translating to […]
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The new United States Ambassador has arrived in Dhaka ahead of the elections The new United States Ambassador has arrived in Dhaka ahead of the elections

The new United States Ambassador has arrived in Dhaka ahead of the elections

Ahead of Bangladesh’s forthcoming national elections, the newly appointed United States Ambassador, Brent Christensen, is scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on 12 January. Upon arrival, he will formally present his credentials to the President of Bangladesh, marking the official commencement of his diplomatic mission in the country. Sources indicate that one of Ambassador Christensen’s immediate […]
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BRAC Bank Advances Anti-Money Laundering Strategy

BRAC Bank Advances Anti-Money Laundering Strategy

BRAC Bank has taken a significant step to bolster its defences against financial crime by hosting an advanced training session on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT). The initiative was designed to heighten awareness among board members and senior management, reinforce accountability at the top, and equip leadership with the expertise […]
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Chattogram Teen Brutally Killed, Body Recovered Cut Throat In A Pond

Chattogram Teen Brutally Killed, Body Recovered Cut Throat In A Pond

In a shocking and brutal incident in Rangunia Upazila, Chattogram, the lifeless body of a tenth-grade student was discovered in a local pond on Tuesday morning. The body, bearing clear signs of throat injuries, was found floating in Hazari Bill, situated in the Hazarihat area of Parua Union. The community has been left in profound […]
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South Korea’s Insurance Sector Faces Growth, Profit Challenges

South Korea’s Insurance Sector Faces Growth, Profit Challenges

South Korea’s insurance industry is poised to confront significant challenges in 2026, as slower growth trends coincide with mounting pressures on profitability and financial stability. A joint report by Korea Insurance Newspaper and the Insurance Research Institute indicates that overall premium growth is expected to moderate slightly this year, reflecting both market maturity and shifting […]
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