Experts call for policy reform and investment
Power and Energy Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan has emphasised that Bangladesh is transitioning from subsidies and inefficiencies to a new era of transparency and accountability in the energy sector. This shift is essential for a sustainable energy future, he added.The adviser made the remark at a roundtable hosted by...
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BTRC cancels 41 A2P SMS aggregators' licences
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has revoked the licences of 41 Application-to-Person (A2P) SMS aggregators for failing to renew their certifications on time and continuing commercial operations after their licences expired. The regulatory body in a public notification issued on Wednesday warned that any activity under the cancelled licences...
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Gold holds steady ahead of US Fed decision
Gold prices were steady on Wednesday as market participants were cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision due later in the day, while also pondering the implications of President Donald Trump's trade policies, reports Reuters. Spot gold eased 0.1 per cent to $2,759.49 per ounce by 1127...
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Five Sadharan Bima officials promoted to general manager
Five Deputy General Managers of Sadharan Bima Corporation have been promoted to General Manager. The 687th Board Meeting of the corporation approved the promotion of the five officials on January 15, says a statement. The promoted officials are Md. Zakir Hossain, Sheikh Parveen Sultana, Md. Shahimul Islam Babul, Md Aminul...
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AKIJ BAKERS LAUNCHES HI5 CHOCOLATE BRAND
Akij Bakers Ltd launched its premium chocolate brand, Hi5 chocolate, at its state-of-the-art factory in Shilmun, Tongi, recently. The event featured the grand reveal of three new products -- Hi5 Amora, Hi5 Fondalo & Hi5 ChocoToy. Turkish Ambassador Ramis Sen, Chairman of Akij Group Sk. Nasir Uddin and Managing Director...
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