20Apr
05Mar
Physical presence of chairman & MD mandatory at AGMs, decision taken by BSEC
Summary The regulatory body of the stock market has made it compulsory for a listed company to have at least 25% of its board members, including the chairman and managing director, physically present at the general meeting. This is to ensure that the company is accountable...
05Mar
The business climate’s uncertainty is causing a decline in new company registrations.
Summary Aspiring entrepreneurs in Bangladesh are encountering significant challenges, as the country's business environment is being stifled by political instability and worldwide uncertainties. The number of registered corporations has declined, and only a small minority of them can successfully get off the ground. These hurdles have...
05Mar
IOT devices have been launched by Grameenphone
Summary: Grameenphone has recently launched a series of Internet of Things (IoT) devices that enable users to remotely monitor and regulate their gas stoves, lighting, and other related safety aspects of their home, vehicle, or office. The brand name for the collection of devices, along with...
30Dec
The approval for the import of 40MW hydro power from Nepal has been granted
Summary: The government recently gave the green light for the establishment of two solar power plants and the import of 40 megawatts of power from Nepal through the Indian grid, using the direct purchase method. These decisions were made in separate meetings of the Cabinet Committee...
30Dec
The misuse of bonds has nearly halved in Bangladesh, resulting in savings of $1.45 billion during the period of July to September
Summary The government granted tax concessions of approximately Tk1 lakh crore on raw material imports under the bond facility in FY2022-23, resulting in a reduction worth $1.45 billion in the first quarter of the present financial year. During the first three months of the current fiscal...
30Dec
African carbon deal is being lined up by a big oil producer Ahead of climate talks
Summary: The United Arab Emirates, a country that holds a prominent position as one of the world's largest exporters of fossil fuels, is keen on establishing itself as an influential leader in creating global carbon markets. This move comes as the country prepares to host the...
30Dec
Bangladesh’s ship recycling yards will receive $1.364m investment from Norway to improve eco-friendliness
Summary: Norway's government will invest $1.364 million to transform Bangladesh's shipbreaking yards into eco-friendly facilities. This project aims to protect the environment by reducing pollution in the ship breaking industry. Content: The Ministry of Industries, the Norwegian government, and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) are collaborating on a...
30Dec
Beyond 2026, Bangladesh is set to continue receiving trade benefits
Summary: WTO member nations have successfully reached an agreement to provide support to Bangladesh and other least developed countries (LDCs) as they progress towards graduation. Starting November 2026, Bangladesh will continue to receive trade benefits even after it graduates from the list of least-developed countries. However,...
12Nov