Business-Economy

6 shuttered jute mills to go private in Tk 500cr per-unit deal

Staff Reporter: The government has announced plans to lease six closed jute mills to private investors by December this year, marking a significant step in its strategy to revitalise the

Poor import makes Soybean costlier in markets

TDS Desk: Soybean oil imports fell sharply during January-April this year compared to the same period last year, according to commerce ministry data. Importers said they scaled back shipments because

Stalled procurement deepens birth control crisis, raising unintended pregnancy risks

TDS Desk: A severe shortage of contraceptives across Bangladesh raises the risk of unintended pregnancies, putting the country’s family planning gains under strain. Officials at the Directorate General of Family

Reserves stand at $30.46b

TDS Desk: Bangladesh Bank purchased over $180 million from last week to Monday this week, contributing to the rise in reserves through increased foreign currency holdings. Bangladesh’s total foreign exchange

Finance minister: Inflation easing gradually as government steps up measures

Khasru tells Parliament coordinated measures lowering price pressures, though global risks remain BSS: Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury on Tuesday informed Parliament that inflationary pressure in the country has

Bus fare to be adjusted with fuel prices

Staff Reporter: Transport fares in Bangladesh will be adjusted in line with fuel price changes, said Prime Minister’s Adviser on Information and Broadcasting Dr Zahed Ur Rahman on Tuesday. Speaking