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Bangladesh Bank (BB) today introduced a special exit policy allowing finance companies to recover and adjust non-performing loans (NPLs) through one-time settlements in an effort to reduce classified loans and improve liquidity in the financial sector.
Argentina has once again climbed to the top of the FIFA rankings. With their victory over England by a score of 2-1 in the competitive World Cup semi-final match played last night, Argentina has improved by two places to reach the number one position in the rankings.
Argentina has made it to the World Cup finals after dramatically defeating England. But before the match ended, former Spanish goalkeeper Iker Casillas made a series of comments on social media. In addition to harshly criticizing England coach Thomas Tuchel's tactics, he also gave a clear message to Argentina - 'won't get fourth star.'
Justice is not confined to court verdicts alone; timely access to justice is an equally essential element of the rule of law. Yet one of the greatest challenges facing Bangladesh's judiciary for many years has been the ever-growing backlog of pending cases. While new cases are being filed at a rapid pace, the rate of disposal has failed to keep up in many instances. As a result, the number of pending cases has now reached nearly 4.64 million, affecting not only justice seekers but also the overall efficiency of the country's judicial system.
Sometimes in football, a single decision can change the entire history. England's story against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-final is similar. After Anthony Gordon's goal in the 55th minute, it seemed that the English dream of reaching the World Cup final for the second time after 1966 was going to come true. But in the end, that dream was shattered by the strategy they had chosen. The decision to cling to over-defense instead of attack seemed to be England's biggest enemy.
“@Maruf, সব হিসেব সব সময় মেলে না...এখন স্পেনের জোর সম্ভাবনা দেখছি”
Bangladesh's batting woes continued on their Zimbabwe tour as they lost the first T20I by 32 runs in Bulawayo on Wednesday, July 15. Chasing a target of 171 runs, the Tigers were bowled out for 138 in 19 overs, giving Zimbabwe a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has made significant changes to the formats of the 2027 ODI World Cup and the 2028 T20 World Cup. The new structures were approved at the ICC Annual General Meeting held in Edinburgh, Scotland, as announced in a press release.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Tamim Iqbal has been elected as the chairman of the newly formed ICC Franchise Leagues Committee. The decision was approved at the end of the ICC's annual conference held in Edinburgh, Scotland, on Wednesday, July 15.
FIFA will hold discussions on a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams. After debuting a 48-team format at the 2026 tournament in North America, the governing body is exploring the possibility of an even larger event .
Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died at the age of 38, just weeks after being dropped from the FIFA World Cup panel just before the tournament began.
India have etched their name in cricketing history with a resounding 270-run victory over England in the first-ever women's Test at Lord's, played in front of a record crowd.
The West Bengal government has allocated over 1000 acres of land for erecting border fences spanning over 172 km border with Bangladesh, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said.
India has ordered shipowners, ship managers and recruitment companies not to deploy the country's seafarers on vessels undertaking trips through the Strait of Hormuz amid renewed fighting in the region. India is the world's third-largest supplier of seafarers, with more than 300,000 sailors working across global shipping fleets, according to government data.
Two boats carrying more than 500 people are feared to have capsized off the coast of Myanmar in recent days, United Nations agencies have said.
BNP leader and former DUCSU vice-president Rashed Khan has said current Dhaka University Central Students' Union (DUCSU) Vice-President Sadik Kayem has lost the moral legitimacy to continue in office after leaving Bangladesh Islami Chhatra Shibir and joining Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami.
Noting that no country trusts BNP-led government, Jatiya Party (JaPa) Chairman GM Quader said that the BNP government will never be able to implement the Teesta Master Plan.
A Facebook page, the Broiler Chicken Party, has been created amid student protests demanding the resignation of Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon over his alleged remark describing HSC candidates as "farm chickens".
Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) Central General Secretary Nasir Uddin Nasir on Tuesday said there is still scope for the government to reconsider its decision regarding the ongoing student movement demanding the resignation of the Education Minister, adding that the issue can be resolved through dialogue instead of road blockades.
Justice is not confined to court verdicts alone; timely access to justice is an equally essential element of the rule of law. Yet one of the greatest challenges facing Bangladesh's judiciary for many years has been the ever-growing backlog of pending cases. While new cases are being filed at a rapid pace, the rate of disposal has failed to keep up in many instances. As a result, the number of pending cases has now reached nearly 4.64 million, affecting not only justice seekers but also the overall efficiency of the country's judicial system.
I was shocked after listening the plights of poor Bazlur Rahman (28) of Manikganj district in Bangladesh. He recently returned home after three weeks from Uganda, an African country. He sold his total land adjacent to his village home and paid Taka one million to a broker / agent of a fake travel agency in Dhaka to be a migrant labor in Italy. But the broker cheated and send him to Uganda in the name of Italy! Bazlur was arrested there by the police and sent back to Bangladesh after 17 days in prison.
As the world grapples with an ongoing energy crisis, the need for renewable energy has never been more urgent. The price of fossil fuels continues to rise globally, and the impacts of climate change are being felt by communities around the world. Bangladesh, with its increasing population and growing energy demands, faces the dual challenge of improving access to energy while also addressing environmental concerns.
The United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Rohingya refugees and host communities in Bangladesh through strengthened humanitarian cooperation and joint assistance programmes.
A high-level Saudi delegation has expressed interest in increasing their investment in Bangladesh's port management to $1 billion and investing an additional $180 million to construct a bay terminal.
Actor-turned-politician Koel Mallick, who took oath as Rajya Sabha member on April 6, decided to quit as MP on Thursday, delivering another body blow to the Trinamool's strength in the Upper House.
Choosing a life partner is one of the most significant decisions a person makes. For many, marrying someone they already know and love offers a stronger foundation built on trust, understanding and emotional connection. As a result, love marriages have become increasingly common in modern society.
Bangladesh Bank (BB) today introduced a special exit policy allowing finance companies to recover and adjust non-performing loans (NPLs) through one-time settlements in an effort to reduce classified loans and improve liquidity in the financial sector.
