Showers bring hope for stronger tea yields in Bangladesh

ANN/THE DAILY STAR – Recent rainfall has caused problems in some areas of the country, but it’s been a blessing for Bangladesh’s main tea-growing region. The rain is expected to help tea production by refreshing older plants and helping young ones grow …

A Major Step Toward Solar Manufacturing in Bangladesh!

Bangladesh Sustainable and Renewable Energy Association (BSREA) is proud to share that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Gtech Group and Jiangsu Focus Group, a leading Chinese technology enterprise, to jointly establish a solar …

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bangladesh

Bangladesh, a land rich in culture and history, proudly hosts several UNESCO World Heritage Sites that reflect its diverse heritage and natural wonders. From the serene Sundarbans—the world’s largest mangrove forest—to the ancient architectural marvels of …

Ganga Water Treaty: Can India, Bangladesh renegotiate equal sharing, climate resilient deal?

The Ganga Water Treaty is crucial to India-Bangladesh relations because it guarantees a systematic process for water sharing between the two riparian states. The treaty, signed in 1996, expires next year. It needs to be renewed in the interests of both …

Bangladesh’s future rests on its people

The US State Department has reiterated that the future of Bangladesh will ultimately be determined by its people. State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce made the statement during a press briefing in Washington on Tuesday, responding to a question about …

DNA with Rahul Sinha: Trump's 'Power Plan' in Bangladesh and Pakistan!

Foreign investors express concerns over gas price hike impacting Bangladesh’s RMG sector

Image Courtesy: freepik Foreign investors in Bangladesh have raised alarms regarding a recent decision by the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) to implement a revised gas tariff structure that differentiates between new, committed, and …

Bangladesh expands US apparel market share as China’s dominance declines

Image Courtesy: Freepik Bangladesh is significantly increasing its presence in the US apparel market, capitalising on China’s declining exports, according to recent trade data from the US Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA). Over the past six years, a …

Investors in Bangladesh economic zones demand enhanced utility services amid rising costs

Image Courtesy: www.tbsnews.net Investors operating in Bangladesh’s economic zones have expressed urgent demands for high-pressure gas supply, uninterrupted electricity, and permissions for captive power plants, amid rising utility costs and infrastructure …

EU postpones CSDDD implementation, offering breathing space for Bangladesh’s apparel industry

Image Courtesy: textileengineering.net The European Commission has decided to postpone the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) by two years, now expected to take effect in 2028 or 2029, depending on the size of …