Govt to split NBR into two divisions by Dec

The government is set to complete the split of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) into two separate divisions by December this year.

Bangladesh had 9 lakh unemployed graduates in 2024

Among unemployed graduates, over 20 percent were women

EPA with Japan may be signed in two months

Bangladesh and Japan may sign the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) within the next one to two months as the final negotiation is scheduled to end in Tokyo tomorrow.

Chinese firm to invest $3 million in Chattogram EPZ

It will produce bluetooth headset, wired headphone and data cable

US officials to arrive in Dhaka Sunday for tariff talks

A United States trade delegation will arrive in Bangladesh on Sunday for meetings with commerce ministry officials on bilateral trade, progress on trade agreements and the reciprocal tariff imposed by the White House.

Dhaka stocks snap 3-day losing streak

The DSEX increased 50.63 points to finish at 5,523.78

Islami Bank’s provision shortfall nears record Tk 70,000cr

Audit exposes deep financial cracks in country's largest Shariah-based lender

Businesses blast NBR over harassment

Businesses face harassment, extortion, and false cases from NBR officials

Standard Chartered suspends ‘Add Money’ from MFS apps

The move comes as various users alleged that they were victims of fraud attacks

Economy

Economy

India’s IT sector nervous as US proposes outsourcing tax

India’s massive IT sector faces a lengthy period of uncertainty with customers delaying or re-negotiating contracts while the US debates a proposed 25 percent tax on American firms using foreign outsourcing services, analysts and lawyers said.

19h ago

Under US pressure, Mexico mulls 50% tariff on Chinese cars

Mexico, under pressure not to serve as a back door for Chinese goods entering the United States, has proposed a 50-percent duty on car imports from the Asian giant -- up from 15-20 percent.

19h ago

The soul of wealth

The wealthiest man in the city once promised to donate gold equal to the weight of a cow at a charity event. The organisers, being business-minded, asked for some time, not to think but to fatten the cow, and immediately started feeding it biryani to make it heavier.

19h ago

Double blow to SMEs: Tight financing and sluggish sales

The ongoing economic and political uncertainty, spiralling bad loans, and eroding trust are depriving many cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprises (CMSMEs) of necessary loans, as they face weaker sales amid high inflation.

19h ago

Property sales slump. High interest rates, uncertainty are to blame

Monthly apartment sales drop to 400 from nearly 1,000 three years ago

19h ago

Dhaka stocks up in morning trade

The DSEX increased 14.75 points to 5,487.90 by 11:24 am

1d ago

NBR seizes Hasina’s locker in Pubali Bank

The Central Intelligence Cell (CIC) of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) yesterday took control of a locker belonging to former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.

1d ago

Bridging the startup gap

In recent years, many Bangladeshi teenagers have won gold medals on international platforms for their innovative business ideas. But the question remains: can we create an environment where they can truly grow and thrive? This is a crucial challenge for our nation. While our young people are globally competitive, the current system often fails to support them beyond the initial award ceremony. We must bridge the gap between potential and reality.

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Global Economy

Global Economy

'China Inside': How Chinese EV tech is reshaping global auto design

Chinese EV makers offer 'Intel Inside' approach to global rivals

1d ago

Broad US price increases expected in August amid tariff pass-through

Labor shortages at farms as the Trump administration rounds up undocumented migrants for deportation were also adding to higher food prices

1d ago

Apple holds down new iPhone prices amid tariff threats

Apple on Tuesday introduced an upgraded line of new iPhones, including a slimmer iPhone Air, and held prices steady amid US President Donald Trump’s tariffs that have hurt the company’s profit.

1d ago

Trump urges EU to impose 100% tariffs on China, India to pressure Putin

US President Donald Trump urged EU officials on Tuesday to hit China with tariffs of up to 100 percent as part of a strategy to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to a US official and an EU diplomat.

1d ago

India explores rare-earth deal with Myanmar rebels

India engaging with KIA to secure a strategic resource

1d ago

Zara owner Inditex second-quarter sales disappoint due to cautious consumers

Net sales for its second quarter were 10.08 billion euros ($11.81 billion)

2d ago

Trump and Modi say US-India trade talks continuing

Trump also said he would be speaking with Modi "in the upcoming weeks," and Modi in response said he was "looking forward" to it.

2d ago

Trump-China deal rests on the art of the possible

For Donald Trump, the next big China deal is all about the last big China deal. The president’s first trade pact with Beijing, signed in 2019, did little to change Beijing’s behaviour or jump-start American manufacturing. Yet the White House is once again pushing for high-stakes negotiations, even if any agreement could prove as ephemeral as the last.

2d ago
Organisation News

Organisation News

Frontier technology institute to be set up at Buet

The Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with and the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet) to establish the Institute of Frontier Technology (IFT) on the Buet campus..The agreement is part of the project, titled “Bangladesh

1d ago

Tropical Homes partners with Shatotto for Bashundhara Lakefront project

Tropical Homes Limited, a Dhaka-based real estate developer, has signed an agreement with Shatotto, an architectural firm specialising in green living in Bangladesh, for the signature project, named “Tropical Lakefront Residence”, at Bashundhara Residential Area in Dhaka..Sheikh Rabiul Haq

1d ago

Textile Series of Exhibitions kicks off in Purbachal

The 24th Bangladesh edition of the Textile Series of Exhibitions began yesterday at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre in the capital’s Purbachal..Organised by CEMS-Global USA, the event unites three major fairs under one roof: the 24th Textech Bangladesh 2025 International

1d ago

PBIl recognised by GFM Review awards

Prime Bank Investment PLC (PBIL) has been recognised in two categories as the “Best Investment Bank, Bangladesh 2025” and “Best Portfolio Management Firm, Bangladesh 2025”by the Global Finance Market (GFM) Review, a leading online financial news portal..The accolade of “Best Investment Ban

1w ago

Idra signs group insurance agreement with Pragati Life Insurance

The Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (Idra) has signed a group life and health insurance agreement with Pragati Life Insurance PLC..M Aslam Alam, chairman of the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority, and Md Jalalul Azim, managing director and CEO of Pragati Life Ins

1w ago

Saudi Arabia targets 150m visitors by 2030 with Ronaldo campaign

The kingdom has committed $800 billion to tourism under Vision 2030, aiming to boost GDP, jobs and infrastructure.

1w ago

CRAB signs agreement with Quality Hospitality

Credit Rating Agency of Bangladesh Ltd (CRAB) and Quality Hospitality Ltd signed an agreement today

1w ago

Direct tax expansion, compliance seen as keys to luring FDI

Expanding the direct tax base, boosting domestic consumption and ensuring tax compliance in a professional manner are crucial to attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and strengthening revenue collection, business leaders said..They spoke at a seminar on the macroeconomic outlook and

1w ago
Business Multimedia

Business Multimedia

How is Bangladesh being affected despite the US tariff suspension?

Watch today's episode of Star Explains to find out more

What's stopping the govt from breaking market syndicates?

Watch to find out more in today's episode of Star Explains with Ahsan

Which savings certificate offers the highest returns?

In recent years, treasury bills and bond interest rates have exceeded those of savings certificates

Food prices stubbornly high despite govt measures

When prices of widely consumed staples like potatoes, edible oil, sugar or onions spike and remain inflated for extended periods, it understandably hits the poor and low-income people where it hurts the most: in their wallet.

Remittance rises 21% in October

Migrant Bangladeshis sent home $2.39 billion in October

US officials to arrive in Dhaka Sunday for tariff talks

A United States trade delegation will arrive in Bangladesh on Sunday for meetings with commerce ministry officials on bilateral trade, progress on trade agreements and the reciprocal tariff imposed by the White House.

17h ago

EPA with Japan may be signed in two months

Bangladesh and Japan may sign the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) within the next one to two months as the final negotiation is scheduled to end in Tokyo tomorrow.

17h ago

Property sales slump. High interest rates, uncertainty are to blame

Monthly apartment sales drop to 400 from nearly 1,000 three years ago

19h ago

Double blow to SMEs: Tight financing and sluggish sales

The ongoing economic and political uncertainty, spiralling bad loans, and eroding trust are depriving many cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprises (CMSMEs) of necessary loans, as they face weaker sales amid high inflation.

19h ago

The soul of wealth

The wealthiest man in the city once promised to donate gold equal to the weight of a cow at a charity event. The organisers, being business-minded, asked for some time, not to think but to fatten the cow, and immediately started feeding it biryani to make it heavier.

19h ago

Under US pressure, Mexico mulls 50% tariff on Chinese cars

Mexico, under pressure not to serve as a back door for Chinese goods entering the United States, has proposed a 50-percent duty on car imports from the Asian giant -- up from 15-20 percent.

19h ago

India’s IT sector nervous as US proposes outsourcing tax

India’s massive IT sector faces a lengthy period of uncertainty with customers delaying or re-negotiating contracts while the US debates a proposed 25 percent tax on American firms using foreign outsourcing services, analysts and lawyers said.

19h ago

Govt to split NBR into two divisions by Dec

The government is set to complete the split of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) into two separate divisions by December this year.

19h ago

Bangladesh had 9 lakh unemployed graduates in 2024

Among unemployed graduates, over 20 percent were women

19h ago

IFIC Bank holds 48th annual general meeting

IFIC Bank PLC held its 48th annual general meeting (AGM) at the Army Golf Club in Dhaka yesterday..Md Mehmood Husain, chairman and independent director of IFIC Bank PLC, presided over the meeting, according to a press release..In his address, Husain said that IFIC, as the country’s o

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