Bangladesh’s revenue collection fell short by Tk 17,219.97 crore to Tk 119,478 crore in the July-October period of the financial year 2025-26, below the target set at Tk 136,697.07 crore. However, revenue collection grew by 15.54 per cent from the previous corresponding time in FY25, reaching Tk 103,409.17 crore, according …
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UAE: After hitting a 5-year low, gold jewellery sales pick up as prices ease
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SKOP calls Chattogram port blockade for Nov 26
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