The new pay scale retains the existing 20 grades, with the starting basic salary for Grade 20 set at Tk 20,000 and the fixed salary for Grade 1 at Tk 156,000.The new pay scale will be considered effective from July 1, 2026, although its implementation will be phased over two fiscal years. Special […]
New Government Pay Scale: 20,000 to 156,000 Range Read Post »
The Prime Minister voiced the administration’s resolve to overhaul the National Board of Revenue (NBR) and the broader tax ecosystem into a people-oriented service where citizens feel trust rather than intimidation. Economic Reporter : Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday emphasized the necessity of expanding Bangladesh’s tax net instead of imposing heavier financial
PM Orders Tax Net Expansion Without Burdening Existing Taxpayers Read Post »
Dhaka has caused widespread public transport disruption, leading to massive queues at fuel stations and significantly reduced service, with commuters facing exorbitant fare demands. Special Correspondent : A severe CNG shortage has hit the capital city, leaving gas stations overwhelmed by long queues of vehicles and throwing the city’s public transport system
Severe CNG Crisis Halts Public Transport in Dhaka Read Post »
According to the Patenga Met Office, 237.5mm of rainfall was recorded in the area in the 24 hours to 9am on Wednesday. Previously, the office had recorded 412mm of rainfall in the 24 hours to 3pm on Wednesday, the highest rainfall in a single day in 42 years. Chattagram Reporter : Torrential rain
Port Paralyzed: Heavy Rain Halts Cargo Operations at Chittagong Outer Anchora Read Post »
he called for climate finance to become more concessional, accessible and responsive to the specific needs of vulnerable nations, further noting that the world needs “greater mobilisation and operationalization of the Green Climate Fund” to accelerate both technology transfer and private-sector investment Diplomatic Correspondent : At the 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions
“Action, Not Promises!”: PM Demands Immediate Launch of Loss and Damage Fund at WEF Read Post »
budget for FY27 aims to curb inflation by reducing duties on essential commodities, healthcare, and tech equipment, while increasing taxes on luxury and imported items. Key reductions include lower costs for staples, medical tools, and IT products, whereas tobacco, fuel-powered vehicles, and construction materials will see price hikes Economic Reporter : Finance and Planning
BDT 9.38 Lakh Crore Budget: Winners and Losers Read Post »
The Finance Minister also said the next national budget seeks to address rising poverty, expand economic opportunities for marginalised groups and reduce bureaucratic obstacles to business, despite being prepared under exceptionally difficult circumstances Economic Reporter: Moving away from luxury mega-projects, Bangladesh’s next national budget is pivoting toward human dignity and economic justice. In a
Upcoming budget to focus on empowering poor : Khosru Read Post »
The fierce blockade forced bank authorities to scrap their scheduled board meeting, triggering sharp allegations that the organizing group, ‘Conscious Customer Forum,’ was backed by the controversial former owner, S. Alam Group, and opportunists within Jamaat Labonno Chowdhury: Tension flared at Islami Bank’s central office on Monday as furious demonstrators demanded the immediate cancellation of
Chaos at Islami Bank: Protests Halt Board Meeting Amid Sabotage Allegations Read Post »
the most discussed topic of this year’s ADP has been the unusually high block allocation, which accounts for more than one-third of the total development budget.According to the working paper of the Planning Commission, the total size of the ADP for the next fiscal year is set at Tk3 lakh crore Special
PM Tarique Rahman Chairs NEC Meeting, Approves Tk3 Lakh Crore Development Budget Read Post »
This popular panel is being led by the current President, Md. Wahiduzzaman, and Senior Vice President, Liakat Ali Bhuiyan. Special Correspondent : The REHAB Oikya Parishad panel is surging ahead with a vibrant election campaign. On Thursday night, the panel hosted “Harmony Night: A Celebration of Unity” at the Banani Club, which saw enthusiastic
REHAB Oikya Parishad Panel Ahead in Vibrant Election Campaign Read Post »
Presidential candidate Dr. Ali Afzal, the panel is committed to building a progressive and sustainable future for the housing industry.Advocating for the removal of complexities that hinder growth in the housing industry By Labonno Chowdhury, Dhaka: Progoti Shila Parishad lit up the Sonargaon Hotel with a vibrant campaign for the upcoming REHAB Election
Honest Leadership, Skilled Execution: A Member-Centric REHAB Read Post »
Responding to a written question from Abul Hasnat (Hasnat Abdullah), an MP of the National Citizen Party (NCP), the Finance Minister presented this information, alongside the list of the top 20 defaulting institutions Special Correspondent : Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury today, Sunday, disclosed the names of the top loan defaulters in the
The S Alam & Beximco Dominance: A Deep Dive into the Top 20 Loan Defaulters Read Post »
