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Govt to ensure safe animal feed, protect public health

The government has taken a move to tighten control over animal feed and expand support for livestock entrepreneurs as concerns mount over food safety risks that extend from farm to table, reports UNB.Officials said it is designed to ensure safer feed for cattle and poultry, ultimately improving the quality of...

Kazi Imdadul Haque takes charge as BSTI DG

Kazi Imdadul Haque took charge on Sunday as the new Director General (DG) of the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) on a contractual basis.Earlier on April 30, the Ministry of Public Administration announced the appointment in a gazette notification signed by Deputy Secretary Md. Golam Rabbani by order of...

USSEC certifies MGI as first adopter of 'SUSS Label'

The US Soybean Export Council (USSEC) has recognised Meghna Group of Industries (MGI) as the first company in the country to adopt the Sustainable US Soy (SUSS) Label.MGI was officially presented the certification at a programme at InterContinental Dhaka on Sunday. MGI Director Tanjima Mostafa received the certificate from Kevin...

Rampal generates over 760m units of electricity in April

The Maitree Super Thermal Power Plant (Rampal), a joint venture between Bangladesh and India, generated over 760 million units (kWh) of electricity in April 2026.It operated at a Plant Load Factor (PLF) of 80 per cent during the month. When it was scorching heat and heavy demand in the grid,...

Southeast Bank arranges Foundation Training Course for probationary officers

Southeast Bank arranges Foundation Training Course for probationary officers Southeast Bank PLC has recently organised a Foundation Training Course for its newly-appointed probationary officers to enhance their professional competence. Md. Khalid Mahmood Khan, Managing Director and CEO of the bank, delivered valuable remarks, providing important guidance on banking issues, and...

Commercial Bank of Ceylon extends CSR grant to Shakti Foundation

Commercial Bank of Ceylon extends CSR grant to Shakti Foundation Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has reaffirmed its commitment to community development by extending a CSR grant to Shakti Foundation for its Caregiver Skills Development Program. The cheque was handed over by Najith Meewanage, Chief Executive Officer of the bank,...

ADB launches $70b push to connect Asia's power grids, digital networks

FE REPORTThe Asian Development Bank (ADB) would support $70 billion in new energy and digital infrastructure initiatives by 2035, aiming to connect power grids, expand cross-border electricity trade, and improve broadband access across Asia and the Pacific.ADB President Masato Kanda announced the launch of the initiatives at a press conference...

Trade deals, energy security vital to shield RMG from global shocks

FE REPORTBangladesh should prioritise signing trade agreements to cushion the impact of global crises, as geopolitical tensions and structural weaknesses risk deepening financial pressure, disrupting supply chains and reducing future export orders from key markets, experts said.The country's ready-made garment (RMG) sector is already struggling to sustain long-term competitiveness amid...

Uttara Bank inaugurates Cash By QR

Md. Abul Hashem, Managing Director and CEO of Uttara Bank PLC, inaugurated the service "Cash By QR" of the bank at Corporate Branch, Dhaka, on Sunday. An account holder can withdraw money from the bank without a cheque through this service using the mobile banking app. He also inaugurated the...