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'Criminal' businessmen to face action, but firms will remain operational: Asif

Labour and Employment Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain has said that while action will be taken against businessmen involved in crimes such as money laundering, their business institutions will remain operational, reports bdnews24.com.He said, "We are not beholden to corporate entities; we are independent. We can take action against anyone,...

Thailand to launch e-visa for Bangladeshis

The government of Thailand has decided to introduce e-visa facilities for Bangladesh passport holders travelling to Thailand, reports UNB.Bangladeshi travellers may avail of this service from early next year.The Director-General of the Department of Consular Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, Ambassador Worawoot Pongprapant, shared this information...

IFAD Autos exports AC buses to Bhutan

IFAD Autos PLC has exported air-conditioned buses to Bhutan, marking a significant shift from the country's traditional reliance on imported vehicles.In a first in the country's history, IFAD Autos has set a new precedent by producing and exporting 11 buses, says a statement.As the first lot of air-conditioned buses makes...

Tanveer new vice chairman of Meghna Bank

Tanveer Ahmed has been unanimously elected as the Vice Chairman of Meghna Bank PLC, says a statement.A business professional with 15 years of remarkable success in RMG sector and construction business, Mr Ahmed has been leading the Elegant Group since 2007. After completing his BBA and establishing a solid foundation...

BD eyes export growth amid shifting global trade dynamics

Bangladesh, a South Asian country with a population of 180 million people going through a political instability, expects substantial export growth although the global trade dynamics have undergone significant shifts in recent years.A document of the Ministry of Finance expected the growth based on the projection of the World Trade...

Nvidia overtakes Apple as world's most valuable company

Nvidia dethroned Apple as the world's most valuable company on Friday following a record-setting rally in the stock, powered by insatiable demand for its specialized artificial intelligence chips, reports Reuters.Nvidia's stock market value briefly touched $3.53 trillion, slightly above Apple's $3.52 trillion, LSEG data showed.Nvidia ended the day up 0.8...

MetLife signs agreement with City Bank

MetLife signs agreement with City Bank MetLife Bangladesh has recently signed an agreement with City Bank PLC. Through this partnership, MetLife policyholders can now conveniently pay their premiums at City Bank's 495 nationwide agent banking points. The agreement was signed by Ala Uddin, Deputy Managing Director & Chief Financial Officer,...

Amari Dhaka to host ASEAN Food Festival

Amari Dhaka will host an 'ASEAN Food Festival' at Amaya Food Gallery next month, showcasing the vibrant flavours of Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Brunei, the Philippines, Cambodia, Singapore, and Malaysia. The festival will kick off with a special menu on November 4, says a statement.The inaugural event will include a food...