Bangladesh's readymade garment (RMG) sector is steadily advancing on the path of sustainable development, said Swiss Ambassador to Bangladesh Reto Renggli on Thursday.Also praising the industry for its significant improvements in workplace environment, workers' health and safety, and compliance standards, he urged the stakeholders to maintain this positive momentum.The Swiss...
Read moreTrust Bank PLC has launched its in-house switching system, migrating ATMs, POS terminals, and VISA debit cards to enhance service and security.The new system introduces enhanced self-service features, including PIN changes, card maintenance, virtual cards, and QR payments via the mobile app, says a press statement. Planned upgrades include credit...
Read moreExperts at a seminar on Thursday stressed the critical role of maritime law in promoting sustainable ocean governance and underscored the shared responsibility of all stakeholders in safeguarding marine resources for future generations.The Bangladesh Maritime Law Society (BMLS), a member of the Comite Maritime International (CMI), hosted the seminar titled...
Read moreGuardian Life Insurance Limited, one of the country's leading insurance service providers, celebrated its 12th anniversary on Thursday. The journey has been marked by remarkable growth, leadership in the bancassurance, digital, and microinsurance sectors, and industry-leading innovations that have reshaped Bangladesh's insurance landscape, says a press statement.Backed by the trust...
Read moreBangladesh, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka and Chile are seeking to join the China-backed Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, the world's largest trade bloc, Southeast Asian officials said on Thursday, reports Reuters.The RCEP currently consists of China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and all ten members of the Association of Southeast...
Read moreNRBC Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with May International Trade Services Limited to modernise its foreign trade-related banking services, making them more efficient, faster, and secure. Under the agreement, NRBC Bank will adopt advanced technology to gain access to real-time vessel movements, container tracking and verification of...
Read moreMeghna Bank PLC held and celebrated its 200th Board Meeting on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the bank's journey. The meeting was presided over by Uzma Chowdhury, Chairperson of the Board. Independent Directors Mohammad Mamunul Hoque, Md. Rajab Ali, M. Nazrul Islam, Habibur Rahman, Md. Ali Akther Rezvi and...
Read moreWASHINGTON, Sept 25 (Reuters): The US economy grew faster than previously estimated in the second quarter amid strong consumer spending and business investment, though momentum appears to have ebbed against the backdrop of lingering uncertainty from trade policy.The quickest growth pace in nearly two years reported by the Commerce Department...
Read moreLONDON, Sept 25 (Reuters): Global debt hit a record high of $337.7 trillion at the end of the second quarter, driven by easing global financial conditions, a softer US dollar and a more accommodative stance from major central banks, a quarterly report showed on Thursday.The Institute of International Finance, a...
Read moreAgriculture Adviser Lt Gen (Rtd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said on Thursday fertiliser prices would not be increased as long as he remains in office, reports UNB."Already a new policy on fertiliser has already been formulated and it will soon be placed before the national committee for final approval," the...
Read moreCHATTOGRAM, Sept 25: World Maritime Day was observed in the port city Chattogram on Thursday. A colourful rally was brought out in Chattogram on Thursday to celebrate World Maritime Day 2025, highlighting the contribution of mariners to the national economy and the country's growing blue economy.The rally organised by the...
Read morePathao, Bangladesh's largest digital services platform, has been honoured with the Superbrands Award 2025 in the Super App category, a first-of-its-kind achievement that highlights how homegrown innovation from Bangladesh can earn recognition on the global stage.Created in Bangladesh, built for Bangladesh, and now acknowledged internationally within just 10 years of...
Read moreDeshi Delights, a marketplace dedicated to showcasing Bangladeshi products to international consumers, is set to broaden the supply chain gateway to the UK, Europe, and the USA, says a press release. The initiative will enhance the global presence of Bangladeshi brands from SMEs to established companies enabling them to compete...
Read moreShwapno, one of the country's leading retail chain shops, has opened a larger outlet in Block D of Banasree in Dhaka on Thursday. This is Shwapno's 733rd outlet.Shwapno's Business Director Sohel Tanvir Khan, Regional Head of Operations Ashraful Islam, and Regional Operations Manager Kamruzzaman Shadhin were present at the opening...
Read moreThe 399th meeting of the Board of Directors of Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC was held at the Corporate Head Office of the bank on Wednesday. The meeting was presided over by Chairman of the bank A. K. Azad. The Board approved a number of investment proposals. Vice-Chairmen of the Board...
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