Interim Govt Seeks Stronger Ties With India, Says Adviser

The interim government does not seek any form of strained or hostile relations with India, its largest neighboring country, and instead aims to further strengthen bilateral ties while maintaining development momentum and economic stability.

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Govt Approves Purchase of 10,000 Tons of Lentils

The government has approved the purchase of 10,000 tons of lentils, with a total expenditure of Tk 72 crore. The approval was granted on Tuesday at a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase, presided over by Economic Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed.

Wednesday, 10 December 2025, 21:32

Govt Clears LNG Cargo Import to Meet Winter Demand

The government has approved the purchase of a cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United Kingdom to meet the country’s growing energy demand. The proposal received clearance at the 49th meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase, held on Tuesday at the Cabinet Division conference room in the Bangladesh Secretariat. The meeting was chaired by Economic Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed.

Wednesday, 10 December 2025, 21:28

Onion Imports Through Sonamasjid Rise as Prices Fall

A total of 419 tonnes of Indian onions have been imported through the Sonamasjid land port in Shibganj upazila of Chapainawabganj. On Monday, importer Messrs. Sajjad Enterprise brought in the consignment using 15 trucks. The information was confirmed by Kamal Khan, operations manager of Panama Sonamasjid Port Link Limited, the port’s operating company.

Tuesday, 9 December 2025, 21:29

Onion Imports Resume Through Sonamasjid Land Port

A new phase of Indian onion imports officially began today through the Sonamasjid land port in Chapainawabganj, with port authorities confirming that a total of 60 tons entered the country on the first day. Officials reported that the Indian trucks carrying the consignments arrived at the port area on Sunday afternoon.

Monday, 8 December 2025, 20:19

Bangladesh Raises Retail Prices of Edible Oil

Retail prices of edible oil have increased across the country, with the prices of both bottled and loose soybean oil raised by Tk 6 and Tk 7 per liter respectively. In addition, the price of palm oil has been increased by Tk 16 per liter, while the price of a five-liter bottle of soybean oil has risen by Tk 33.

Sunday, 7 December 2025, 22:59

Onion Imports Restart at Hili After Three-Month Suspension

Onion imports through the Hili land port resumed after three months, following the arrival of an onion-laden truck from India at around 4:30 pm on Sunday (7 December). This marked the first consignment to enter Bangladesh since imports were suspended at the end of August.

Sunday, 7 December 2025, 22:58

Govt Allows Limited Onion Imports to Stabilize Prices

The government has approved limited onion imports to keep the market stable, according to a press release issued today, Saturday, December 6, by the Senior Information Officer of the Ministry of Agriculture.

Saturday, 6 December 2025, 23:58

US Wheat Shipment Arrives at Chattogram Port

A vessel carrying 60,950 metric tons of wheat from the United States has arrived at the outer anchorage of Chattogram Port under the memorandum of understanding signed between the governments of Bangladesh and the United States. The Ministry of Food confirmed the information in a press release issued on Friday, 5 December.

Friday, 5 December 2025, 23:44

Government Approves Major Edible Oil, Fertilizer Purchases

The government has approved the purchase of 15 million litres of edible oil for Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) to sell at subsidised rates to 10 million family cardholders. The total cost of the procurement stands at Tk 250.92 crore, covering 10 million litres of rice bran oil and 5 million litres of soybean oil.

Wednesday, 3 December 2025, 23:08

Canada Seeks Deeper Trade Ties and Trust with Bangladesh

Canada has expressed a strong interest in deepening its commercial ties with Bangladesh while further strengthening bilateral relations based on trust and shared prosperity.

Monday, 1 December 2025, 23:28

Governor: Banking Sector Needs Up to a Decade to Recover

Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H. Mansur has said that the non-performing loan (NPL) crisis, which has built up in the country’s banking sector over many years, will take at least five to ten years to overcome. Describing the situation as far more serious than a minor financial problem, he noted that more than one-third of total bank loans in Bangladesh are now classified as non-performing, placing the broader financial sector under significant pressure.

Saturday, 29 November 2025, 19:38

Fertiliser Dealers in Joypurhat Accused of Overcharging Farmers

Allegations have surfaced against fertiliser dealers in Joypurhat for selling products at prices higher than the government-set rates. Across several markets in the district, Triple Super Phosphate (TSP) and Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) are reportedly being sold at Tk 400 to Tk 500 more per sack, without providing receipts. Farmers, unable to purchase fertiliser at the proper price, are being forced to pay the inflated amounts.

Saturday, 29 November 2025, 19:33

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Interim Govt Seeks Stronger Ties With India, Says Adviser

BSC to Add Three Ships as Profits Hit Record High

Bangladesh Bank Cuts Provisioning for Agri, CMSME Loans

Rising Reserves Offer Relief to Bangladesh Economy

Remittance Inflows Rise Nearly 14pc in Early December

Govt to Issue More Onion Import Permits to Curb Prices

Government Cuts VAT on Dates Ahead of Ramadan

Govt Approves Purchase of 10,000 Tons of Lentils

Govt Clears LNG Cargo Import to Meet Winter Demand

Onion Imports Through Sonamasjid Rise as Prices Fall

Onion Imports Resume Through Sonamasjid Land Port

Bangladesh Raises Retail Prices of Edible Oil

Onion Imports Restart at Hili After Three-Month Suspension

Govt Allows Limited Onion Imports to Stabilize Prices

US Wheat Shipment Arrives at Chattogram Port

Government Approves Major Edible Oil, Fertilizer Purchases

Canada Seeks Deeper Trade Ties and Trust with Bangladesh

Governor: Banking Sector Needs Up to a Decade to Recover

Fertiliser Dealers in Joypurhat Accused of Overcharging Farmers