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ICSB AND AIUB SIGN MOU

2024-11-06 00:00:00

The Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB) and American International University - Bangladesh (AIUB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the AIUB Campus in Dhaka on Monday. Prof. Dr. Saiful Islam, Vice Chancellor of AIUB, and Abul Fazal...

JANATA BANK FOUNDATION COURSE BEGINS ((batch 11/2024))

2024-11-06 00:00:00

Janata Bank Staff College, Dhaka arranged a 30-day foundation course for officers (batch 11/2024) of Janata Bank PLC. Managing Director (CC) of the bank Md Golam Mortuza inaugurated the course recently.

PRAGATI LIFE TEAMS UP WITH GRAMEEN DIGITAL HEALTHCARE

2024-11-06 00:00:00

Pragati Life Insurance Limited has signed a partnership agreement with Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions (GDHS) to launch an integrated life and health insurance package for users of the Shukhee App. Md Jalalul Azim, Managing Director & CEO of Pragati Life,...

PUBALI BANK LAUNCHES 'ISLAMIC CORNER'

2024-11-06 00:00:00

Pubali Bank, one of the country's leading commercial banks, launched 'Islamic Corners' across its branches nationwide to cater to the growing demand for Shariah-compliant banking services. The inauguration ceremony was held at a well-designed and customer-friendly 'Islamic Corner' at its...

MTB CELEBRATES MILESTONE HELPING FISHING COMMUNITIES

2024-11-06 00:00:00

As a part of the 25th anniversary celebration of Mutual Trust Bank (MTB), MTB Foundation recently distributed livelihood assets grant to a large number of marginalised fishing communities at Bheola Manik Char and Kaiyarbil areas of Chakaria, Cox's Bazar. Materials...

EBL, icddr,b partners in healthcare waste management and safe water access

2024-11-06 00:00:00

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) and icddr,b have taken a pioneering step in corporate social responsibility by investing in healthcare waste management and addressing water scarcity in coastal areas. The partnership was formalised with the signing of an agreement at the...

NBR lifts airfare excise duty, VAT for hajj pilgrims

2024-11-06 00:00:00

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has withdrawn the excise duty on inbound and outbound airfare for Hajj pilgrims, as well as the value-added tax (VAT) on three types of service charges, in a bid to reduce overall Hajj expenses,...

Brands, buyers will have to 'help entrepreneurs'

2024-11-06 00:00:00

Distinguished Fellow of the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) Prof Mustafizur Rahman has said his proposition will be that brands and buyers will have to help entrepreneurs in terms of technology transfer, labour compliance, and other standards, reports UNB."I think...

Kohinoor Chemicals earns record profit, declares highest-ever dividends

FE REPORT | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

Kohinoor Chemicals reported a 35 per cent year-on-year growth in profit to Tk 509 million in FY24, the highest since its listing in the stock market.The oldest soap, cosmetics & toiletries manufacturer's earnings per share (EPS) jumped to Tk 15.12...

Govt securities boost 20 banks' performance in Jan-Sept

BABUL BARMAN | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

Most of the listed banks secured a double-digit profit growth year-on-year in the nine months through September this year, driven by substantial income from investments in government securities.The net interest income, the core source of income for banks, was not...

News in Brief -2024-11-06

2024-11-06 00:00:00

World's first wooden satellite launched by JapanTOKYO, Nov 05: The world's first wooden satellite has blasted off on a SpaceX rocket, its Japanese developers said Tuesday, part of a resupply mission to the International Space Station. Scientists at Kyoto University...

Zimbabwe bans cell phone use by on-duty police

2024-11-06 00:00:00

HARARE, Nov 05 (BBC): Zimbabwe's government has banned "with immediate effect" police officers from using mobile phones while working. The ban is contained in a memo, ordering police officers to abandon their private communication gadgets while on duty.All officers are...

Disinformation surge hasn't 'impacted' US election: Cybersecurity chief

2024-11-06 00:00:00

NEW YORK, Nov 05 (Reuters): US cybersecurity agency director Jen Easterly said on Monday that her department has not seen evidence of any activity that could directly impact the election outcome, despite a surge in disinformation.She added that the 2024...

13 killed as Israel strikes on Gaza

2024-11-06 00:00:00

GAZA STRIP, Nov 05 (AFP): Gaza civil defence agency said on Tuesday that at least 13 people, including some living in tents for displaced Palestinians, were killed in Israeli air strikes overnight.Four people were killed when an Israeli missile hit...

US states worried about election unrest take security steps

2024-11-06 00:00:00

NEW YORK, Nov 05 (Reuters): A security fence rings a Las Vegas building where Nevada tabulates votes. An Arizona sheriff has his department on high alert to guard against potential violence with drones and snipers on standby. Governors of at...

Djokovic pulls out of ATP Finals due to injury

2024-11-06 00:00:00

Defending champion Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the ATP Finals after ruling himself out on Tuesday due to an unspecified injury, according to BBC Sport.The 37-year-old Serb, who has won a record seven titles at the event, had already...

Neymar plays down injury concern in 2nd game back

2024-11-06 00:00:00

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov 05 (Agencies): Neymar picked up another injury on Monday in just his second game since returning from a 12-month absence as Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal defeated Esteghlal of Iran 3-0 in the AFC Champions League Elite.The Brazilian...

Tigers back in Sharjah after three decades to restore some pride

2024-11-06 00:00:00

After nearly three decades, the Bangladesh team is back in Sharjah to play ODIs-a three-match series against Afghanistan starting today (Wednesday), reports UNB.Bangladesh's main aim in this series is to restore some pride after losing miserably in two consecutive series.In...

Two die from electrocution in Netrakona

2024-11-06 00:00:00

NETRAKONA, Nov 05 (BSS): Two persons were electrocuted to death and another person was critically injured at Bakarikanda village under Kalmakanda upazila here on Tuesday morning.The deceased are Rafiqul Islam, 55, a retired army personnel and son of Sardar Fakir...

One killed in Narail clash over establishing supremacy

2024-11-06 00:00:00

NARAIL, Nov 05 (UNB): A 65-year-old man was killed and five others injured in a clash between two groups of villagers over establishing supremacy at Chandpur village in Kalia upazila of Narail district on Monday night.The deceased was identified as...

Rains inflict massive loss for bean farmers

OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

PABNA, Nov 05: Three consecutive spells of heavy rainfall in Pabna's Ishwardi upazila have caused deadly yield loss of the early varieties of bean in the current season. Under the impact of rains, most of the 910 hectares of land...

ICT innovation for Bangladesh

Shafi Chowdhury & Mizan Choudhury | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

Bangladesh stands at the cusp of a historic transformation. With global technology advancing at breakneck speed, the nation has good opportunity to harness the power of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and transform its economic destiny. If Bangladesh acts swiftly...

Combating rickshaw congestion in Chattogram

2024-11-06 00:00:00

The number of rickshaws in Chattogram city is increasing daily, becoming one of the primary causes of traffic congestion on the main roads. While rickshaws provide convenient and affordable transportation, they often operate in the middle of the road without...

Enhancing people's financial literacy

2024-11-06 00:00:00

Bangladesh's financial literacy rates are alarmingly low, with a large portion of the population lacking in basic knowledge of managing money, budgeting, and investing. Financial literacy - the ability to understand and apply financial skills effectively - is essential for...

Coal conundrum stages a comeback

Syed Mansur Hashim | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

The sheer folly of the country's master plan on the power sector that had envisaged generation of thousands of megawatts using coal as primary fuel was evident right from the beginning. It was considered a folly primarily due to the...

Maximising use of the talent pool in private sector

Wasi Ahmed | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

The ongoing contraction in private sector job opportunities is creating a tough environment for even skilled individuals to secure employment that aligns with their qualifications. A recent FE report highlights that educated young professionals are often forced to compromise by...

Overcoming frailties of civil administration

2024-11-06 00:00:00

That the professionalism of the public servants was seriously compromised under political pressure to serve the development narrative of the immediate past Awami League (AL) regime is hardly a shocking revelation to the general public. On the contrary, in many...

Essential trends and styling tips

UMME HABIBA | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

With excellent and crisp air, the year's most fashionable season is knocking at the door with endless layering options, cosy knits, and luxe textures. Winter in Bangladesh may be brief, but this season's fashion is anything but short on style....

The revival of handicrafts in Bangladesh

MAHDIA BINTE ZAMAN | 2024-11-06 00:00:00

From the alleys of Dhaka to Instagram feeds and pop-up markets, a new generation of Bangladeshis is bringing traditional craftsmanship back into the spotlight. In an era of fast fashion, mass-produced & intagrammable goods, there's a twist, young people are...

Protecting the 'Revolution'

Helal Uddin Ahmed | 2024-11-05 12:00:00

The revolution or the mass upsurge of July-August in Bangladesh was undoubtedly a successful one, which made an apparent impossibility a reality and ignited new hopes and expectations in society. Those who led the movement had stated in clear terms...