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Robberies in jewellery stores: Bajus demands urgent security measures

Staff Correspondent: In recent months, the incidents of theft, robbery, snatching and direct attacks on jewellery businesses and killings have surged across the country, prompting Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) to

Social mobilisation needed to discourage youth smoking: CA Press Secy

Staff Correspondent: Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Mohammad Shafiqul Alam on Wednesday stressed the need for innovative social mobilisation to prevent youth from taking up smoking, saying that raising tobacco prices

Deadline for company tax return submission extended to April 30

Staff Correspondent: The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the deadline for companies to submit their income tax returns until April 30, 2025. The previous deadline for filing tax

Zero-interest loans gone but WB offers lower rates in new policy

Staff Correspondent: Bangladesh is entering a new phase in its relationship with the World Bank (WB), moving away from zero-interest funds starting July, under IDA 21, the WB’s next three-year

Bank locker charges in Bangladesh

Staff Correspondent: Keeping valuables at home carries risks like theft, fire, or misplacement. To ensure security, several banks in Bangladesh offer locker facilities, providing a safe place for important documents,

Apparel export to US sees strongest growth in Jan 25

Staff Correspondent: Bangladesh has emerged as the fastest-growing apparel exporter to the United States in January 2025, recording a remarkable 45.93% year-on-year growth, according to the latest data published by