Business-Economy

Imported yarn costs cheaper, really..!

TDS Desk: In 2024, Bangladesh’s cotton yarn imports soared by 39%, reaching an all-time high of $2.28 billion, according to National Board of Revenue data. Simultaneously, knitwear factories ramped up

Slump in food imports sparks Ramadan price fears

TDS Desk: With just a month left for Ramadan, imports of essential food grains and consumer goods have seen a concerning decline, sparking fears of potential price hikes in the

Fear of salinity: Cultivating watermelons with polybags in Patuakhali

Patuakhali Correspondent: When Aman rice is nearly ready for harvest, farmers fill small polythene bags with soil and sow one watermelon seed in each bag at various locations around the

Banking Diploma required for extra marks in promotion: BB

UNB Bangladesh Bank has issued a new directive for the promotion of officials in non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), clarifying the requirement for the Banking Professional Diploma. Under the updated instructions,

Kitchen market update Rice and oil prices surge, veggies decline

TDS Desk: An increase in supply has led to a decline in the prices of vegetables, potatoes, and onions. However, citing supply shortages, the markets for rice and oil have

Withdraw 20% supplementary duty, 2% surcharge on internet: Task force on re-strategizing economy

TDS Desk The Task Force Report on Re-strategising the Economy and Mobilising Resources for Equitable and Sustainable Development has recommended immediately withdrawing the 20% supplementary tax and 2% surcharge on