Bangladesh ships locally made solar modules to US
In a landmark move marking the country's entry into the global clean energy supply chain, Bangladesh has begun exporting solar modules, transitioning from a sole importer to an international supplier.Radiant Alliance Limited, a sister concern of East Coast Group, recently dispatched its first consignment to the United States.It achieved the...
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Midland Bank celebrates 12th anniversary
Midland Bank celebrates 12th anniversaryMidland Bank PLC, a 4th generation private commercial bank, completed its 12th year of its commercial operation on 20th June. On the occasion, Md Ahsan-uz Zaman, Managing Director & CEO, along with the Senior Management members and Divisional Heads of the bank held a 'dua' session...
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COMMUNITY BANK'S CREDIT CARD PORTFOLIO SURPASSES TK 1.5B MILESTONE
COMMUNITY BANK'S CREDIT CARD PORTFOLIO SURPASSES TK 1.5B MILESTONE Community Bank Bangladesh PLC has announced that its credit card portfolio has exceeded Tk 1.5 billion in outstanding balances, marking a major milestone in the bank's journey toward financial innovation and customer-centric solutions. To celebrate this achievement, a commemorative event was...
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FSIB holds training on Safety and Security Awareness
FSIB holds training on Safety and Security Awareness First Security Islami Bank PLC (FSIB), Dhaka South Zone, organised a training on "Safety and Security Awareness for MCG" at its Topkhana Road Branch in Dhaka on Saturday. Abu Reza Md. Yeahia, Managing Director (C.C) of the bank, inaugurated the event as...
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Islami Bank inks agreement with Dhaka College
Islami Bank inks agreement with Dhaka CollegeIslami Bank Bangladesh PLC and Dhaka College have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the collection of student fees. Under this agreement, Dhaka College students can pay any type of fees, including tuition fee and session fee, through Islami Bank branches, sub-branches, agent...
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Dhaka Regency launches mango-themed summer promotion
Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort has introduced a seasonal promotion centred around mangoes, offering a variety of mango-based dishes and beverages across its dining outlets this summer, says a statement.Dubbed "Meet the Mangoons," the campaign features a variety of mango-infused delicacies at the hotel's Grandiose Restaurant, priced at Tk 5,555...
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UK retail sales record biggest monthly drop since 2023
LONDON, June 22 (Reuters): British retail sales volumes recorded their sharpest drop since December 2023 last month, as demand fell after shoppers splurged on food, summer clothes and home improvements the month before, official figures showed on Friday. Retail sales volumes dropped by 2.7% in May, the Office for National...
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Spot LNG prices at 4-month high on supply concerns
LONDON, June 22 (Reuters): Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices rose to their highest level in four months last week on concerns over disruptions to supply due to the Israel-Iran conflict.The average LNG price for August delivery into north-east Asia was at $14.00 per million British thermal units (mmBtu),...
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The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) presented an analysis of the National Budget
The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) presented an analysis of the National Budget for FY2025-26 at a post-budget dialogue held at a city hotel on Sunday.— Focus Bangla Story on page 8
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