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Structural gaps holding back BD's halal industry: Experts

Non-compliance with international halal standards, inadequate logistics, and a shortage of skilled manpower are among the key bottlenecks hindering the growth of Bangladesh's promising halal sector, industry experts and stakeholders said on Saturday.Other major obstacles included tariff and certification challenges as well as a lack of modern laboratories, they said...

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Push for tough regulation, responsible business

Bangladesh's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector stands at a crossroads, with experts warning that weak regulation, reckless profit-seeking and poor safety practices could threaten its long-term sustainability. At a policy conclave in Dhaka on Saturday, policymakers, regulators, and industry leaders called for stricter oversight, fair pricing, and greater investment in...

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MICLO Bangladesh opens new outlet in Banasree

MICLO Bangladesh opened its 16th outlet in the city's Banasree area on Saturday, says a press release. The outlet was inaugurated by AHM Ariful Kabir, Director of MICLO Bangladesh, along with senior officials of the company. Expressing his vision to ensure international-standard sales and service, AHM Ariful Kabir said: "Although...

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EBL hosts BAMLCO conference

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) on Saturday organised a daylong BAMLCO conference at its head office in Dhaka, which is aimed at enhancing knowledge, awareness, and capabilities in Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) among its officials.The conference featured in-depth discussions on critical issues, including trade-based and...

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Starlink establishes ground station, boosting investment in Rajshahi Hi-Tech Park

RAJSHAHI, Oct 11 (BSS): American tech giant Starlink officially commenced its satellite-based high-speed internet operations in Bangladesh.The company has leased one acre of land for 40 years within the Rajshahi Hi-Tech Park and has already completed the establishment of its ground station. As per the agreement, Starlink will pay two...

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