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Bangladesh Moves Closer to Joining RCEP, the World’s Largest Free Trade Bloc
Bangladesh has entered the formal accession process for RCEP after ministers approved a working group to begin membership negotiations.
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Business
Bangladesh Taka Gains 11.6% Against Indian Rupee in Two Years
A stronger taka against the Indian rupee could lower import and travel costs, though experts say wider economic effects depend on market conditions.
Business
Bangladesh Raises Fuel Prices by Tk20 Per Litre, Raising Concerns Over Cost of Living
Bangladesh has increased fuel prices by Tk20 per litre, with transport fares and everyday living costs expected to rise.
Politics
13-Year-Old Apratim Found Dead in Cumilla After Going Missing
A 13-year-old schoolboy was found dead in a Cumilla woodland a day after going missing; three youths are being questioned.
Business
High LNG prices continue to slow Bangladesh’s industrial growth
Bangladesh’s reliance on costly imported LNG is putting pressure on industry, electricity supply and public finances as Dhaka seeks alternatives.
Education
Bangladeshi Students May Lose the Right to Bring Spouses to Australia
Australia has announced proposed restrictions that could prevent most new Bangladeshi students from bringing spouses or children as dependants.
Business
Bangladesh Cuts Solar Equipment Import Tax Burden to 1% for 180 Days
Bangladesh has reduced the import tax burden on eligible solar equipment from about 17% to 1% for 180 days.
World
Israel expands ground assault in Gaza City as humanitarian crisis deepens
Israel’s expanded Gaza City operation is driving displacement as humanitarian access, shelter and essential services remain severely strained.
Politics
Bangladesh heads to UN General Assembly with Rohingya crisis and reforms in focus
Bangladesh is preparing for the UN General Assembly with Rohingya repatriation, democratic reforms and international partnerships at the centre of its diplomatic agenda.
Mother Earth
Super El Niño strengthens as scientists warn of wider climate impacts
Scientists warn that a strengthening Super El Niño and a positive Indian Ocean Dipole could reshape weather, agriculture and water risks across South Asia.
Health
Bangladesh Plans New Measles Catch-Up Campaign as Toll Passes 1,000
Bangladesh is preparing another measles-rubella vaccination drive as more than 171,000 suspected cases expose persistent immunity gaps.
World
Yemen conflict displaces more than 100,000 as Red Sea risks grow
Renewed fighting in Yemen has displaced more than 100,000 people and pushed thousands toward Djibouti as Red Sea security deteriorates.