A glance at the most important news of the day
Among a number of incidents taking place on Saturday (31 August), take a quick look at some of the most important news items The Business Standard has compiled for you…
Octane, petrol prices down by Tk6 per litre, diesel Tk1.25
The government reduced octane and petrol prices by Tk6 per litre, according to a press release by the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources issued today (31 August).
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Death toll from flood climbs to 59, over 54 lakh people affected
The death toll from the recent flood in 11 districts has risen to 59 with five more deaths till today (31 August), according to the report of disaster management and relief Ministry.
Economic reforms list long but some measures need to start now: Fahmida Khatun
Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) Dr Fahmida Khatun said the list for the interim government for immediate and midterm measures is long but some of the measures have to start during its term.
Chief adviser starts talks with political parties
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has started views exchange with political parties at the state guest house Jamuna.
US crypto executives to throw Washington fundraiser for Harris
Cryptocurrency investors and industry executives calling on Vice President Kamala Harris to pursue a softer regulatory stance on the industry are planning to raise at least $100,000 for the Democratic nominee at a Sept. 13 Washington fundraiser.
