M Nazeem A Choudhury promoted as Additional Managing Director of Prime Bank
M. Nazeem A. Choudhury has recently been promoted to Additional Managing Director (AMD) of Prime Bank PLC. Mr Choudhury has more than 25 years of diversified experience in business development, sales and marketing and communications, according to a media release. Prior to his joining at Prime Bank as Deputy Managing Director, he served in multiple capacities with Beximco Pharmaceuticals, Metlife, Eastern Bank and Meghna Bank. He completed his MBA from the Institute of Business Administration and has a Master’s degree in English from Dhaka University. He is a certified project management professional and also has an internationally recognized certification for Islamic Finance Professionals, AAOIFI (Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions).
Source:bd News24
March 16, 2026 20:18 UTC
Home Minister for global unity to fight scams, fraud
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has called for a united international front and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) to tackle the rising tide of digital fraud and global scams. The minister made the appeal on Sunday while speaking as a panelist at a high-level roundtable during the "Global Fraud Summit 2026" in the Austrian capital. The media release said the minister underscored the growing challenges Bangladesh faces from digital scams, multi-level marketing (MLM) Ponzi schemes, and corporate corruption, reports bdnews24.com. Citing data from Global Financial Integrity (GFI), the minister noted that an average of $8.27 billion was laundered from Bangladesh annually through trade mis-invoicing between 2009 and 2018. The home minister is leading a five-member delegation at the two-day summit.
Source:bd News24
March 16, 2026 20:02 UTC
Govt decides to appoint new VCs to 7 varsities including DU, RU, CU: Milon
He said a decision has been taken to appoint a new chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC). Milon said Prof. Dr. A B M Obaidul Islam, a professor of the Physics Department of DU, has been nominated as the new Vice- Chancellor (VC) of the university. Earlier, DU VC Prof. Niaz Ahmed Khan submitted his resignation on February 22. At the press conference, the minister also announced the appointment of new vice-chancellors at six other universities. Besides, Prof. Md Masud has been nominated as the new VC of Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET), while Prof. Mohammad Al-Forkan has been nominated as CU VC.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 19:53 UTC
Joint 180-day action plan unveiled to transform Bangladesh investment landscape
DHAKA, March 16, 2026 (BSS) - A comprehensive 180-day joint action plan was unveiled on Sunday evening to overhaul the investment climate in Bangladesh. The plan was presented to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman by Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Ashik Chowdhury, according to a press release issued today. The roadmap coordinates the strategic efforts of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA), Public-Private Partnership Authority (PPPA) and the Maheshkhali Integrated Development Authority (MIDA). The 180-day roadmap has been structured around 25 initiatives under three key pillars - robust infrastructure, investment facilitation and investment development. Under investment facilitation, emphasis has been placed on institutional reform and improved investor services.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 19:30 UTC
Canal excavation to boost irrigation, lower agricultural costs: Shariful Alam
Shariful Alam said the excavation of the Aribil canal in Kishoreganj will improve irrigation facilities for farmers and help reduce agricultural production costs. The government has started excavating the canal as part of a nationwide canal restoration programme. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of the Aribil canal excavation in Nikli Upazila today, the state minister said the project will increase the flow of surface water and expand irrigation coverage in agricultural lands. He explained that greater availability of surface water will reduce farmers' dependence on electricity and fuel for irrigation, thereby lowering production costs. After the ceremony, Shariful Alam, who is also the Member of Parliament for Kishoreganj-6, formally inaugurated the excavation work of the Aribil canal.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 18:23 UTC
Canal excavation to boost local economy: Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury
Labour and Employment and Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury -File PhotoMOULVIBAZAR, March 16, 2026 (BSS) - Labour and Employment and Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury today said that the canal excavation programme will add a new dimension to the local economy to increase agricultural production and protect the environment. “After the excavation work, various fruit-bearing and medicinal saplings would be planted along both the banks of the canals,” he said while inaugurating the excavation work of the Katagang canal at Sadar upazila of the district here. The minister said the excavation of canals will bring significant improvements to the irrigation system. Emphasizing on public participation, he said that when former President Ziaur Rahman launched canal excavation programmes across the country, ordinary people voluntarily joined the initiative with shovels in hand to improve their livelihoods. He also expressed his hope that the public would once again unite voluntarily to implement the development mission of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 18:05 UTC
Thousands of JBS workers go on strike at meatpacking facility in Greeley
GREELEY — Thousands of union workers employed by the largest meatpacking company in the U.S. went on strike early Monday morning, calling for higher wages and safer working conditions at the JBS facility in Greeley. Striking employees carry picket signs near the JBS meatpacking plant Monday in Greeley. JBS employees have been working on an extension of the expired contract since July and gave a seven-day notice that they planned to strike. In Greeley, workers process cattle into cuts of meat that end up on dinner tables nationwide. Striking employees protest as shift workers enter a parking lot near the JBS meatpacking plant Monday in Greeley.
Source:Daily Sun
March 16, 2026 17:57 UTC
Home Minister reaffirms Bangladesh's 'zero tolerance' against crimes at Global Fraud Summit
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed addressing at Global Fraud Summit 2026 in Vienna. Speaking as a panelist at a high-level discussion titled "National Commitments/Pledges on Combating Fraud" at the Vienna International Centre, the minister highlighted Bangladesh's firm stance on strengthening national security and combating financial crimes, according to a Home Ministry press released received here today. In his remarks, the Home Minister outlined several key initiatives taken by Bangladesh to prevent money laundering and financial fraud. He also emphasized the importance of international legal cooperation to dismantle transnational criminal networks. High-level representatives from various countries attending the session praised Bangladesh's proactive measures and technology-driven approach to preventing fraud and financial crimes.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 17:53 UTC
Holy Lailatul Qadr being observed tonight
DHAKA, Mar 16, 2026 (BSS) - The holy Shab-e-Qadr, also known as Lailatul Qadr (the Night of Decree or Power), when the first verses of the Holy Quran were revealed to Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH), is being observed across the country tonight. "On the occasion of the holy Lailatul Qadr, I extend my heartfelt greetings and mubarakbad to all Muslims around the world, including the countrymen," he said in a message issued on Sunday. The prime minister said Lailatul Qadr is a glorious and blessed night when the Holy Quran was revealed in the holy month of Ramadan. Tarique Rahman prayed to Allah Almighty that infinite mercy and blessings of the holy Lailatul Qadr are poured in on all. May the glory of the holy Lailatul Qadr bring peace, harmony and welfare to our lives," he added.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 17:53 UTC
BB chief, Thai envoy discuss strengthening economic ties
Bangladesh Bank (BB) Governor Mohammad Mostakur Rahman. Senior officials from Bangladesh Bank were also present during the meeting,which centered on deepening the economic and institutional relationshipbetween the two nations, said a press release. The dialogue emphasized three primary pillars of cooperation: the expansionof economic and trade ties, the promotion of increased investment, and thereinforcement of institutional collaboration. The discussions reflected a mutual commitment to enhancing the strategicpartnership and fostering closer economic ties. The meeting highlighted specific strategies to bolster technical ties andstreamline financial operations.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 17:50 UTC
NBR launches online system for extension of income tax return submission
DHAKA, Mar 16, 2026 (BSS) - The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has launched an online facility allowing individual taxpayers to apply for an extension to submit their income tax returns for the 2025-2026 tax year. According to a press release issued today by the National Board of Revenue (NBR), the deadline for submitting income tax returns for individual taxpayers has been extended until March 31, 2026. The revenue authority has made online submission of income tax returns mandatory for most individual taxpayers for the current tax year, with a few exceptions. The NBR said taxpayers must be registered in the e-Return system and submit their application before March 31, 2026 to avail the online extension facility. Taxpayers for whom online return submission is not mandatory may apply for an extension either through the online system or by submitting a written application directly to the relevant tax circle.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 17:35 UTC
Tanzid keen to hit more than 20 ODI centuries
Photo : CollectedDHAKA, March 16, 2026 (BSS)-Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim expressedhis ambition to hit more than 20 centuries in ODI cricket after achieving along-awaited personal milestone against Pakistan. Tanzid's coach, Hannan Sarkar, had previously suggested the batter has thepotential to score at least 20 ODI centuries. I hope I can hit more than 20 centuries." He broke the record for themost sixes by a Bangladesh batter in an ODI innings at Sher-e-Bangla Stadiumand hit the most sixes by a Bangladeshi in an ODI against Pakistan. Bangladesh ODI captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz praised Tanzid's innings,highlighting its importance to the team's performance.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 17:00 UTC
Rohingya population in Cox’s Bazar surges by 179,000 in a year: UNHCR
The number of Rohingya refugees sheltered in Cox’s Bazar has increased by nearly 179,000 over the past year, driven by both fresh influxes from Myanmar and newborns within the camps, according to the latest data from the UN refugee agency. A report from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) released on Monday shows that the total refugee population in the district reached 1,184,864 as of Feb 28. This is a significant jump from the 1,006,107 refugees recorded exactly one year ago, marking an increase of 178,757 people.
Source:bd News24
March 16, 2026 16:58 UTC
Police sue 700 after ‘mob rampages’ through Uttara mall
Dhaka police have filed a case against 700 unnamed individuals over a violent “mob” attack on an Uttara shopping mall, reportedly triggered by a rumour that a rickshaw driver had been killed. Uttara Paschim Police chief Kazi Rafiq Ahmed confirmed the filing of the case on Monday. A mob was created specifically to loot goods from the shopping mall," he said. The violence erupted late Sunday night at the Uttara Square Shopping Mall in Sector 11. He reiterated that the claim of a driver being beaten and detained inside the mall was "entirely a rumour".
Source:bd News24
March 16, 2026 16:58 UTC
Telecom minister inaugurates re-excavation of Gacha canal in Gazipur
Posts, Telecommunications, and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam inaugurated the re-excavation, beautification, and environmental conservation works of the Gacha Canal in Gazipur today. Photo: PIDGAZIPUR, March 16, 2026 (BSS) - Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam, MP, today inaugurated the re-excavation, beautification and environmental conservation works of the Gacha canal here in the district. Speaking on the occasion, the minister said canal re-excavation is very important for environmental protection and agricultural development of the country. Fakir Mahbub Anam also urged industries to install Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) to ensure proper waste management. He urged people to remain aware to protect canals and the environment.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
March 16, 2026 16:40 UTC