Japan to continue support on Rohingya issue: envoy

Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Iwama Kiminori has said Japan will continue to support resolving the Rohingya issue including funding assistance and cooperation with the government and relevant agencies. As the crisis is turning into its seventh year, it is essential to keep the attention of the global community, while multiple emergencies

Robi extends support to flood victims

In response to the recent devastating floods, Bangladesh's leading 4.5G and mobile network service provider, Robi Axiata Limited has stepped forward to support the affected communities. To aid thousands of families stranded by floodwaters, Robi, with the assistance of volunteer organizations, is set to deliver 10,000 relief packages to Khagrachhari, Noakhali,

EBL donates Tk 3 crore to support flood victims

In response to the devastating flash floods that have severely impacted millions across Bangladesh, Eastern Bank PLC. (EBL) under its CSR program has contributed Taka 3 crore to support the flood victims. The donation will be directed to the Chief Adviser's Relief and Welfare Fund, which is actively mobilizing resources

Leaders of France, Germany, and Britain support a Gaza cease-fire

Germany, France and Britain called early Monday for a Gaza cease-fire while Israel braced for a large-scale attack. “The fighting must end now, and all hostages still detained by Hamas must be released. The people of Gaza need urgent and unfettered delivery and distribution of aid,” the statement from the European

bKash to support Shah Abdul Karim Loko Utshob 2024

The two-day long 'Shah Abdul Karim Loko Utshob 2024’ will begin on February 15 on the bank of the Kalni River at Ujandhal village of Derai Upazila in Sunamganj. The festival has been organized every year to celebrate the birthday of Baul Samrat Shah Abdul Karim. Organized by Shah Abdul

BGMEA seeks govt support to overcome challenges

Faruque Hassan, President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) held a meeting with Md Khairuzzaman Mozumder, Secretary of the Finance Division,. the discussions primarily centered on the current challenges faced by the RMG industry, with a specific emphasis on the substantial impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war on

BGMEA calls for support of new minimum wage

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has called upon global apparel brands and retailers to extend their support and cooperation for the implementation of the new minimum wage recently declared by the government for garment workers in the country. BGMEA President Faruque Hassan made this appeal during a meeting

EU sustaining its support to Rohingya crisis

The visiting delegation of the European Union (EU) on Monday exchanged views with the Rohingyas in the camps and assured them of their continued support. “Intense programme in Bangladesh for Deputy Managing Director for Asia and the Pacific at the European External Action Service (EEAS) Paola Pampaloni with a visit today

BGMEA calls for NBR’s support for RMG sector

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has called upon the National Board of Revenue (NBR) to extend their support and cooperation to the readymade garment industry in the face of ongoing global economic challenges, a press release said on Tuesday. BGMEA President Faruque Hassan made the request during a