Bangladesh to Reform Labor Laws for Global Standards
The chief adviser of the interim government Dr. Muhammad Yunus has directed the reform of the country’s labor laws in […]
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USAID Cuts Funding: Thousands Lose Jobs in Bangladesh
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) made an immediate budget reduction which forced thousands of Bangladeshi development professionals
Interim Government Expands as New Advisor Joins
Another member is expected to join the interim government’s advisory board. Human rights advocate and former Dhaka University (DU) professor
Price Relief: VAT Removed on Edible Oils and key items
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) made a decision to eliminate VAT taxes from locally manufactured edible oils including mustard
Chief Adviser Calls for Justice for Shapla Massacre
A dark night for Bangladesh was 4 May 2013. On May 5, 2013, during Hefazat-e-Islam’s Dhaka blockade program several politically
Protests Erupt, 2,203 Workers Laid Off at Keya Group Factories
The Knit Composite Division and MP Sweaters Limited companies of Keya Group laid off 2,203 workers in the Jarun region
Foreign Ministry Denies Trump’s Claim on USAID $29M Fund
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said US President Donald Trump’s recent allegation that a $29 million USAID grant went to
Abrar Fahad Honored with Independence Award 2025
Abrar Fahad has been awarded the Independence Award 2025 in recognition of his bravery in standing up against injustice and
Iftar on the Go: Metro Rail Permits Water, Sets New Rules
The holy month of Ramadan begins tomorrow, Sunday (March 2). Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) has allowed 250 ml
Survey Reveals Stark Statistics on Violence Against Women in Bangladesh
A current survey shows that in the country seventy percent of women have faced physical, sexual, psychological, or economic violence