First-ever flood protection ins scheme in the works
Bangladesh is set to roll out its first-ever flood protection insurance scheme within the next six months, targeting four flood-prone districts along the Jamuna River, officials familiar with the development told the FE on Wednesday.The scheme will initially cover parts of Jamalpur, Sirajganj, Gaibandha and Kurigram -- areas frequently affected...
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Banglalink rolls out country's first Voice over WiFi service
Banglalink on Thursday launched Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi) service for the first time in Bangladesh, giving customers a smarter, clearer, and more reliable way to stay connected.With VoWiFi, customers can make regular voice calls over WiFi connections, whether at home, in the office, or in areas with indoor coverage gaps,...
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High Court issues rule on legality of NBR's mandatory online tax return order
The High Court on Thursday issued a rule on the 'Special Order' issued by the National Board of Revenue (NBR), which makes it mandatory for all taxpayers to submit their income tax returns through an online system. The High Court issued a rule directing the respondents to explain why the...
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Competition on business plan to reduce plastic use launched
SME Foundation and the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), Bangladesh, launched a 'Competition on Business Plan to Reduce Plastic Use' on Thursday. A total of Tk 5.4 million will be awarded to selected entrepreneurs through this competition.The inauguration ceremony of the competition was held at the SME Foundation's conference...
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TRUST BANK PLC AND LES BLEUS LTD SIGN MOU
Trust Bank PLC and Les Bleus Ltd. (Délifrance), signed an MoU under which Trust Bank Debit & Credit cardholders can avail 10% discount at Délifrance Cafés for dine-in and takeaway orders. Md. Mostafa Musharrof, Head of Card Division, Trust Bank; and S. M. Abid Mansur, Managing Director, Les Bleus Ltd....
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GOURMET KEBAB FEST BEGINS AT WESTIN DHAKA
The Westin Dhaka, in partnership with Bank Asia PLC, inaugurated the Gourmet Kebab Fest, a signature culinary celebration showcasing the artistry and authentic flavours of kebabs from across the globe, on Wednesday. The fest will run until September 13 at the hotel's award-winning Seasonal Tastes Restaurant. Omar Fahmy, Ambassador of...
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JANATA BANK TEAMS UP WITH SSL WIRELESS TO LAUNCH DIGITAL BILLER PAYMENT SERVICE
State-owned Janata Bank PLC has teamed up with leading fintech solutions provider SSL Wireless to introduce a new Biller Payment Service through its Internet Banking platform and eJanata Mobile App, offering customers enhanced convenience with secure and innovative digital financial solutions. To this effect, an agreement was signed between the...
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