Prime Bank has signed an agreement with MetLife Bangladesh to offer its employees and their dependents comprehensive life and medical insurance coverage. This partnership will ensure that more than 9,600 Prime Bank employees and dependents are protected against medical expenses,...
BRAC Bank has contributed two advanced Phaco machines to the Bangladesh Eye Trust Hospital (BETH) to make cataract surgeries more accessible for underprivileged individuals. The contribution was made under the bank's CSR initiative, 'Aporajeyo Ami,' which is focused on health....
ICC Bangladesh organised a daylong workshop on 'Risk Management in Trade Financing' in Dhaka on Saturday. ICC Bangladesh Banking Commission Chairman Muhammad A. (Rumee) Ali (2nd from left) attended the closing session as the chief guest and distributed certificates among...
FE REPORT | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
The country's equity index plunged to 5,161 points, the lowest in four months, on Sunday although the finance ministry and the securities regulator have taken several measures to improve the market.The broad index fell sharply for the fifth consecutive session...
The interim government recently formed a committee to probe past irregularities and corruption in the capital market and manipulation, particularly under the 15-year rule of the ousted Awami League-led government, reports UNB.Rampant corruption in the capital market mirrored misconduct in...
FE REPORT | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
DBH Finance secured a remarkable 40 per cent year-on-year growth in profit to Tk 333 million in the third quarter (Q3) this year, riding on substantial investment income from government securities.The earnings per share (EPS) jumped to Tk 1.68 for...
WASHINGTON, Oct 20 (AFP): A dock walkway collapse killed seven people in the southern US state of Georgia on Saturday, authorities said, as crowds gathered for a festival on an island.At least 20 people were tossed into the waters off...
DONBAS, Oct 20 (Reuters/AP): Russian forces are fighting street-to-street battles with Ukrainian troops in the outskirts of the eastern Ukrainian town of Selydove as Moscow's forces push to gain control over the whole of the Donbas region, according to pro-Russian...
KATHMANDU, Oct 20 (AFP): Nepali police fired water cannons and tear gas Sunday at thousands of protesters loyal to a former deputy premier once seen as a rising political star, as he appeared in court on charges his supporters say...
ATLANTA, Oct 20 (AFP): Kamala Harris turns 60 on Sunday in the final stretch of a knife-edge election battle with 78-year-old Donald Trump, who is now the oldest presidential candidate in US history.Age has been a crucial factor in a...
BEIRUT, Oct 20 (AFP): Two Israeli air strikes targeted south Beirut on Sunday after the Israeli army warned civilians to evacuate the stronghold of Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, state media said.The reported strikes came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused...
JAKARTA, Oct 20 (Reuters): Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto on Sunday took over as president of the world's third-largest democracy, vowing to combat internal issues such as corruption that plague the country and to make it more self-sufficient.The 73-year-old has undergone a...
Xiaomi Bangladesh launches Redmi 14c Xiaomi Bangladesh has launched the Redmi 14C, featuring a 6.88-inch HD+ Dot Drop display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 240Hz touch sampling, ensuring smooth performance for gaming and browsing.The 50MP AI dual-camera system excels...
DESK REPORT | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Paperless transactions are faster, cheaper, accurate and transparent which at the same time enable customers to take part in environmental conservation Climate change is considered one of the significant global challenges of the 21st century that demands urgent action across...
RIAZ UDDIN HRIDOY | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Ferdousi, a homemaker from Chandpur, spends her evenings using imo, a messaging app that helps her stay connected with family members in another village. With limited knowledge of technology, she uses imo mainly for calls and messages. However, like many,...
As an agrarian nation, Bangladesh heavily relies on irrigation as a vital source of water for agricultural activities. The predominant use of fuel-based irrigation methods poses significant environmental and economic challenges. According to a 2023 report, diesel powers a staggering...
The rise of digital banking is reshaping management of our finances, raising questions about the future of traditional banking. Consumers now expect convenience and accessibility for them to handle their money anytime, anywhere. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this trend, as...
Neil Ray | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Not all national days are government holidays, but some are. Of the eight national days set for cancellation, only two ---the March 17 birth anniversary of Sheikh Mujib and the August 15 anniversary of his death ---were government holidays. Yet...
Syed Fattahul Alim | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Till Saturday, October 19, this month, 78 people have died of dengue fever, while the total number of dengue-related fatalities so far reached 241, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). Meanwhile, 1,121 have been hospitalised with dengue,...
The recently released 2024 Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) reveals an alarming extent of poverty in Bangladesh. According to the report, jointly published by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative of the...
Seyed Mosayeb Alam | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
When it comes to making fast and effective decisions, using the right frameworks can save both time and resources, helping you become more efficient and productive. Whether you're an entrepreneur in Dhaka, a garment factory owner in Chittagong, or someone...
Muhammad Zamir | 2024-10-21 00:00:00
Net Zero emissions by 2050 prioritise mitigation for climate stabilisation. Pledges to achieve this still-distant target have grown but actions are urgently needed in the near term.The 1992 United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is committed to "the...
FE REPORT | 2024-10-20 12:00:00
Bangladesh's export-earning apparel industry suffered production loss worth US$400 million for labour unrest for over a month since end of August, on the cusp of a regime change.Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) came up Saturday with the claim...
Speakers at a seminar on Saturday said that renewable energy can play a major role in meeting the challenges of environmental degradation caused by climate change, reports UNB.They also said that the use of fossil fuels, such as oil, gas...
YASIR WARDAD | 2024-10-20 00:00:00
The Bangladesh Trade and Tariff Commission will hold a meeting with agro- processors today (Sunday) to discuss the issue of rice exports, according to an official from the Commission.Following the indefinite ban on all types of rice exports, including aromatic...
The International Crimes Tribunal's investigation agency has issued a public notice, seeking information on the alleged 'massacre' during the Anti-discrimination Student Movement in July and August, reports bdnews24.com.The agency urged people to provide details of any killings during that period...
FE REPORT | 2024-10-20 00:00:00
Outsourcing workers from different government institutions staged a demonstration at Shahbagh intersection in the capital on Saturday, demanding nationalisation of their jobs.The street demonstration continued for nearly seven hours, causing severe traffic congestion in nearby Science Lab and Banglamotor areas.Under...
Four dengue patients died and 1,121 were admitted to different hospitals in the country during the last 24 hours till Saturday morning, report agencies.The Directorate General of Health Services, or DGHS, said as many as 470 were admitted to hospital...
MUNIMA SULTANA | 2024-10-20 00:00:00
Rail communications await a boost for both passenger and freight haulage as the newly constructed Bhanga-Jashore line and dedicated rail-bridge over the Jamuna river are ready for opening in next two months. Officials are upbeat about the prospects as the...
JASIM UDDIN HAROON | 2024-10-20 00:00:00
The country's educational landscape has seen a significant shift, particularly in the rise of technical and academic coaching through online platforms.The increasing numbers of learners and parents are opting for these digital platforms, reflecting a global trend toward more flexible...
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