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No misunderstanding after BASA meeting

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Md Mokhles Ur Rahman, senior secretary of the Ministry of Public Administration, has said after the upcoming meeting with the Bangladesh Administrative Service Association (BASA) this week, there will be no room for misunderstandings, reports UNB.He said the ongoing issues,...

Traffic guidelines issued for Mirpur

FE REPORT | 2024-12-23 00:00:00

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on Sunday issued traffic directives for Mirpur and its adjoining areas on the occasion of BPL Music Festival beginning at 2:00 pm today at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur-10. DMP Commissioner Md Sajjad Ali announced...

Will propose new media protection law

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Chief of the Media Reform Commission Kamal Ahmed has said the commission plans to propose a new media protection law while recommending amendments to 32 existing laws that hinder press freedom, reports UNB. "We've found a list of 32 laws...

Salam Murshedi, BCL leader land in jail

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Two courts in Khulna have sent former member of parliament (MP) for Khulna-4 and industrialist Abdus Salam Murshedi to jail after rejecting his bail petition in four cases related to killing, attacks and violence, reports BSS.Senior Judicial Magistrate Takiya Sultana...

JCD activist shot dead in Narsingdi

2024-12-23 00:00:00

NARSINGDI, Dec 22 (UNB): A local Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) activist has been shot dead by miscreants in Narsingdi's Sadar upazila , police said.The incident occurred near the Panchdona Bazar Fish Market Mosque around 11:30 pm on Saturday.The deceased is...

Saad's follower on remand over clash on Ijtema ground

2024-12-23 00:00:00

GAZIPUR, Dec 22 (UNB): A Gazipur court has placed Mufti Muaz bin Noor, a follower of Maulana Saad Kandlavi, on a three-day remand in a case over the clashes between two factions of Tabligh Jamaat at the Biswa Ijtema ground...

Inquilab Mancha stages demonstration in city

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Inquilab Mancha, a non-political cultural organisation comprising former and current students of Dhaka University (DU), has staged a sit-in outside the residence of the Chief Justice (CJ) to press for their three-point demand, including ensuring the safety of the July...

EC cancels deal with BCC for NID data verification service

2024-12-23 00:00:00

The Election Commission (EC) has terminated its contract with the Bangladesh Computer Council (BCC) for National Identification (NID) data verification services due to a breach of terms, reports UNB.ASM Humayun Kabir, director general of the National Identity Registration Wing at...

China's Nio introduces Firefly brand to take on BMW's Mini

2024-12-23 00:00:00

GUANGZHOU, China, Dec 22 (Reuters): Nio unveiled a lower-cost brand named Firefly on Saturday that it touted as a rival to Mercedes' Smart and BMW's Mini in the Chinese electric vehicle maker's latest bid to broaden its customer base and...

JANATA BANK'S 'FACULTY FOUNDATION COURSE' BEGINS

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Janata Bank Staff College, Dhaka organised a 5-day 'Faculty Development Course' that began on Saturday. Managing Director of Janata Bank Md Mazibur Rahman inaugurated the course. Some 30 officers of the bank are taking part in the course.

SADHARAN BIMA HANDS OVER DIVIDEND CHEQUE TO FINANCE ADVISER

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Chairman of Sadharan Bima Corporation Mohammad Jainul Bari handed over a cheque for Tk 500 million as a dividend for the financial year 2024-25 to Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Sunday. Secretary to the Financial Institutions Division Najma Mobarek...

Sunlife to offer Group Insurance Service to TMSS

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Sunlife Insurance Company Limited and TMSS have signed a group insurance Agreement recently. Under this agreement, Sunlife will provide group insurance coverage to all the employees of TMSS. Md. Rafiq Ahmed, Chief Executive Officer of Sunlife, and Prof. Dr. Hosne-Ara-Begum,...

Islami Bank holds Shari'ah Supervisory Committee meeting --

2024-12-23 00:00:00

A meeting of the Shari'ah Supervisory Committee of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC was held on Sunday at Islami Bank Tower. Mufti Sayeed Ahmed, chairman of the committee, presided over the meeting. Dr. Mohammad Abdus Samad, member secretary of the committee,...

DVS integrated with RJSC portal, e-GP system

2024-12-23 00:00:00

The Document Verification System (DVS) is integrated with the RJSC name clearance portal and the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system. The journey formally started on Sunday, says a statement.In the event, Secretary of ICT Division Shish Haidar Chowdhury was present...

CDBL HOLDS 24TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Central Depository Bangladesh Limited (CDBL) held its 24th Annual General Meeting virtually on Sunday. Azam J. Chowdhury, director of CDBL, presided over the programme. Members of CDBL's board of directors -- Syed Manzur Elahi, Naser Ezaz Bijoy, Md. Shakil Rizvi,...

Migration can be powerful driver for achieving zero unemployment, says FS

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Reiterating Bangladesh's commitments on the implementation of the Global Compact for Migration (GCM) for effective migration governance, Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin on Sunday underlined that human mobility lies at the heart of today's global transformation."Migration can be a powerful...

CCBL yet to begin operations for delayed appointment of directors

FE REPORT | 2024-12-23 00:00:00

The Central Counterparty Bangladesh Limited (CCBL) has failed to commence its operation even five years after its incorporation for delayed appointment of independent directors. The CCBL in a letter recently offered an explanation as to why it could not start...

Shimanto Bank hosts Annual Risk Conference

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Shimanto Bank has arranged 'Annual Risk Conference 2024' recently. Rafiqul Islam, Managing Director & CEO of the bank, was present as the chief guest. Members of Management Committee, all managers of Branches & Sub-Branches and officials from different divisions participated...

Shahjalal Islami Bank opens 141st Branch in Magura

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC inaugurated its 141st Branch at Mohammadpur in Magura district on Sunday. Managing Director of the bank Mosleh Uddin Ahmed was present as the chief guest and formally inaugurated the Branch. Additional Managing Director M Akhter Hossain...

EBL launches Freelancer Ambassador Program

2024-12-23 00:00:00

To empower and inspire Bangladesh's growing freelancing community, Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has launched an innovative 'EBL Freelancer Ambassador Program'. This initiative is expected to promote financial inclusion and to contribute to the nation's economic progress, says a statement.Md. Zakir...

Southeast Bank introduces loan installment, DPS payments via Nagad

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Customers can now pay savings and loan installments of Southeast Bank PLC through Nagad, the digital financial service provider of Bangladesh Postal Department. This initiative was launched recently at an event held at the head office of Southeast Bank. Using...

Fresh vow to aid int'l trade, business connections

FE REPORT | 2024-12-23 00:00:00

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Bangladesh celebrated its 30th anniversary with a vow to foster international trade, business connections and sustainable economic development. The anniversary celebration was marked by a grand dinner meeting recently at a city hotel. The...

Trump threatens to retake Panama Canal

2024-12-23 00:00:00

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Dec 22 (Reuters): President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday accused Panama of charging excessive rates for use of the Panama Canal and said that if Panama did not manage the canal in an acceptable fashion, he would...

China books US soy purchases as tariff threat looms

2024-12-23 00:00:00

CHICAGO, Dec 22 (Reuters): China's Sinograin has bought nearly 500,000 metric tons of US soybeans this week for shipment in March and April, paying more for US supplies for state reserves rather than buying cheaper Brazilian beans, two US traders...

MEGHNA BANK HOSTS 'HIGH ACHIEVERS AWARD-2024' CEREMONY

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Meghna Bank PLC arranged a special event titled 'High Achievers Award-2024' in Dhaka recently to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the employees' children in HSC, SSC and O/A level examinations. Managing Director & CEO of the bank Kazi Ahsan Khalil,...

How a hedge fund exodus reshaped global cocoa markets

2024-12-23 00:00:00

LONDON, Dec 22 (Reuters): Behind a record surge in cocoa prices this year, a corner of financial markets that drives the cost of chocolate underwent a seismic shift: the hedge funds that oiled its workings headed for the exit.Confectionery prices,...

Walton extends warranty on computer monitors

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Tech giant Walton Digi-Tech Industries Limited has announced an extension of the warranty period for its computer monitors. Effective December 16, customers purchasing 21.45 to 22-inch monitors from Walton's CiNEd, CiNEXA, and ACC brands will now receive a three-year warranty,...

Qatar vows to stop EU gas sales if fined under due diligence law

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Qatar will stop shipping gas to the EU if member states strictly enforce a new law cracking down on forced labour and environmental damage, Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi told the Financial Times in an interview published on Sunday.The Corporate Sustainability...

BCB failing to clear the air over Shakib's availability for Bangladesh

2024-12-23 00:00:00

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Faruque Ahmed has left the door open for Shakib Al Hasan's inclusion in the ICC Champions Trophy squad but admitted to having no updates on the all-rounder's current status about playing for Bangladesh, report UNB.Speaking...

National Team Bridge kicks off tomorrow

2024-12-23 00:00:00

The 36th National Team Bridge Championship sponsored by Ispahani will be held in Dhaka on December 24 to December 28.The events of this championship will be held in two phases: the first round at Engineers' Recreation Center of the Institution...