Central Bank Push: Bangladesh Bank unveiled a Tk 600-billion ($4.88bn) stimulus to revive the economy, with a 7% interest rate and a big refinancing slice for closed factories, alongside support for agriculture, SMEs, export diversification and North Bengal. ADB Backing: ADB President Masato Kanda says Bangladesh is entering a “critical new phase” and announced a $5bn, five-year package to strengthen connectivity, investment and resilience, with $1.4bn in 2026 loans already signed and extra support tied to Middle East-linked cost pressures. Eid Economy & Industry: BGMEA reports 94.70% of garment factories in Dhaka-Chattogram have completed Eid bonus payments; Gazipur’s phased factory holidays are already triggering heavy homebound traffic and rain-linked gridlock. Transport Disruption: Train services on northern routes are running hours late as Eid travel peaks, while women-only coaches are being expanded. Safety Alert: A rod-laden truck crash near Jamuna Bridge in Tangail killed at least 15 people. Trade Diversification: Commerce ministry urges sector-based export expansion to Saudi Arabia beyond RMG, targeting pharma, leather, jute and processed foods. Business Leadership: Chittagong Chamber elects new top leadership after a 13-year gap.