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Over 34,500 entrepreneurs receive services from SME Foundation in FY24

Some 34,720 entrepreneurs directly received various services from the SME Foundation (SMEF) during 2023-24 fiscal year.Of the small and medium entrepreneurs (SMEs) served, 17,001 were males and 17,719 were females.This information was revealed at the 19th annual general meeting of the SMEF held at its headquarters in Agargaon area of...

Progressive Knit Alliance wins BKMEA election

The Progressive Knit Alliance (PKA), led by Mohammad Hatem, managing director of MB Knit Fashion, won the biennial election of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) held on Saturday, according to preliminary results. The election was held at two centres -- one in Dhaka and the other in...

Bproperty, Rupayan launch joint venture to transform real estate sector

In a pioneering move that will reshape the future of Bangladesh's urban landscape, Bproperty.com Limited and Rupayan Group have entered into a high-impact partnership that brings together the most advanced technology, huge investment, and shared vision for a smarter, more accessible property market, says a statement.Rupayan Group, the country's largest...

IMF frees $1b for Pakistan, approves new $1.4b loan

The International Monetary Fund executive board approved on Friday a fresh $1.4 billion loan to Pakistan under its climate resilience fund and approved the first review of its $7 billion program, freeing about $1 billion in cash, reports Reuters."Pakistan's policy efforts under the (program) have already delivered significant progress in...

Walton unveils 7 new models of fridge

With Eid-ul-Azha approaching, electronics giant Walton has unveiled seven new refrigerator models, featuring advanced and innovative AI- and IoT-based technologies, says a statement.The lineup includes an 8-in-1 convertible mode refrigerator with a 21.5-inch smart display, a tri-door side-by-side smart refrigerator equipped with IoT and 'AI Doctor' features, a reversible door...

Sonali Bank hosts Business Conference-2025

Sonali Bank PLC hosted 'Business Conference-2025' at a Krishibid Institution in Dhaka on Saturday. Chairman of Sonali Bank Mohammad Muslim Chowdhury was present as the chief guest. The bank's MD & CEO Md. Shawkat Ali Khan presided over the conference while all members of the Board of Directors were present...

CTG CITY CORPORATION OFFICIALS TO ENJOY BRAC BANK'S EXCLUSIVE EMPLOYEE BANKING BENEFITS

BRAC Bank has partnered with Chattogram City Corporation, one of the country's key municipal institutions, to offer its officials exclusive Employee Banking benefits. With this collaboration, Chattogram City Corporation officials will enjoy seamless access to salary accounts, multi-currency debit cards, credit cards, personal loans, DPS, FDRs, and a wide range...

IPDC JOYEE INTRODUCES DAY CARE FACILITY AT SME WOMEN ENTREPRENEUR FAIR

IPDC Joyee has introduced a first-of-its-kind temporary Day Care Centre, in collaboration with Rainbow Valley Early Childhood Development, a valued client and trusted partner in early childhood care. IPDC Joyee, an initiative by IPDC Finance PLC, introduced this facility at the Banker-SME Women Entrepreneur Fair -- 2025, being held at...

ADN DIGINET LAUNCHES ROBOKET AND WOW

ADN DigiNet has launched its newly developed flagship products -- Roboket and WoW -- in collaboration with Grameenphone Ltd., via their solution marketplace, AppCity. Grameenphone hosted the launching event at its head office, GP House, in Dhaka recently. ADN Group Chairman Asif Mahmood and Grameenphone CEO Yasir Azman, ADN DigiNet's...