AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBangladesh-Australia Tests: Bangladesh reached Mackay for the second Test after their historic Darwin win, with Australia making a must-win shake-up that includes dropping opener Jake Weatherald and recalling Matt Renshaw; tickets for day one are sold out. BCB Development: The Bangladesh Cricket Board named a Bangladesh A squad for South Africa A, with Mahidul Islam Ankon set to lead in Pretoria and Potchefstroom four-day games. Transport Safety: BRTC launched women-only bus services in Dhaka, Chattogram and Bogura, with female drivers and attendants, and officials say the service will expand nationwide in phases. Health Watch: DGHS reported 753 fresh dengue cases and 3 deaths in 24 hours, while measles-related deaths rose as 3 more children died with suspected symptoms. Rohingya Diplomacy: Dhaka rejected Myanmar’s Rohingya statistics as “erroneous,” urging faster verification, as Bangladesh continues diplomatic efforts on the crisis. Economy & Trade: Bangladesh’s gross forex reserves hit about $37.24bn and remittances rose 32.6% in August’s first 17 days; meanwhile, India signalled it is examining Bangladesh’s energy request and reiterated Teesta talks will continue via the Joint Rivers Commission. Digital & Industry: Telecoms are using AI to cut tower energy use; HSBC Bangladesh launched its Export Excellence Awards 2026, and the government plans to modernise the silk sector with China support.
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