Concerns are rising over fuel supplies in the country as many ships loaded with fuel have failed to arrive on time due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Although the government is attempting to source fuel from alternative suppliers, assurances have been inconsistent, increasing uncertainty over whether supplies can be kept stable in […]
Even on the second day of the holiday in the capital, people are facing difficulties in getting fuel. Long queues have formed at filling stations where fuel is available, while some stations are closed due to shortage. If the situation does not improve today, the pain may increase further. Fuel supply from the depot will […]
The seven-day government holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr began yesterday. Long queues of vehicles were seen on a visit to 10 filling stations in Dhaka, including Asad Gate, Bijoy Sarani, Paribaug, Motijheel, Rajarbagh and Moghbazar, even on the first day of the holiday. At some stations, fuel is being sold under rationing, while at others the sale […]
In line with the instructions of Energy and Mineral Resources Division and BPC, marketing companies will keep their main establishments open and continue regular fuel delivery. The statement said that fuel is being imported regularly from abroad as per the plan. Imported fuel is transported by rail wagons and tankers from main installations to depots […]
Under BPC directive, cars can purchase up to 10 liters of fuel per day. Sports utility vehicles (SUVs), commonly known as jeeps, and microbuses can achieve between 20 and 25 liters per day. Meanwhile, pick-up trucks and local buses can buy 70 to 80 liters of diesel per day. Long distance buses, trucks, covered vans […]
Energy experts and economists argue that prolonged inflationary pressures have burdened people, while the government struggles to rein in market prices. Meanwhile, the government takes advantage of increased gas prices to generate revenue. However, there was an opportunity to reduce the cost of fuel oil, potentially lowering prices in various market sectors, particularly in agricultural […]
Minister of State for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid said it was important to consider the opinion of Bangladesh Bank in this regard. According to BPC, One Bank, Islami Bank, Eastern Bank, Standard Chartered and HSBC used to open letters of credit (LC) for import of fuel oil, but they have not been […]
He directed the officers of various concerned organizations to take necessary measures to ensure smooth supply of petroleum to the farmers. Generally irrigation for paddy cultivation starts in mid of December every year and continues till 15th of May next year. During this time, farmers across the country require huge quantities of diesel to run […]