The budgetary allocation for the next fiscal under the head exceeds the total salary of public servants, finds Abdur Rahim Harmachi

A senior BNP leader warns that its implementation will 'further ruin' the economy

Finance Minister Abul Maal Abdul Muhith has promised a rethink of the government proposal to slap 2 percent tax at source of mobile phone bill.

Apparel exporters say the decision will discourage the export-focused industry and investors as well

CPD says it will be a tough ask to implement the 'mysterious' budget". Full story

Former Governor of the Bangladesh Bank Mohammad Farashuddin has said the budget proposed for 2012-13 fiscal is 'implementable'.

With no major initiatives, the present government's last full budget is apparently focussed on carrying forward the ongoing programmes, writes Tanim Ahmed

Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) President Rakibur Rahman has termed the proposed budget for 2012-13 market-friendly.