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Low wages and production pressure impact garment workers: Study

Low wages, coupled with a constant pressure to maintain production rates, have led to negative ripple effects on garment workers in Bangladesh like dependency of overtime, indebtedness, health hazards and lack of access to basic services, according to a latest study.Despite being one of the EU's key apparel suppliers, most...

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Gree Global eyes $5b venture in BD

Gree Global plans to invest $5 billion in Bangladesh in the next two to three years, according to Kevin Bai, assistant president of the leading multinational electronics and appliance company.The announcement reflects Gree's ambitious growth strategy and commitment to expanding its footprint across key markets.Addressing a press conference at a...

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Govt working to stabilise market ahead of Ramadan

Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin said the government is working to stabilise the prices of essential commodities, particularly in preparation for the upcoming Ramadan.Speaking at a scholarship cheque distribution event at the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) on Saturday, the adviser said the prices of sugar, oil and onions have already...

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Energy Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan and Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin along with business leaders

Energy Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan and Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin along with business leaders and guests pose at a seminar titled 'Ways of Mitigating Energy Crisis in the Industrial Sectors' organised by Bangladesh Chamber of Industries (BCI) at a city hotel on Saturday.

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EASTERN BANK HOSTS SPECIAL NIGHT FOR EDUCATIONAL AGENCIES

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL), a leader in student banking, hosted a 'Student Agency Night' for the leading educational agencies at the bank's head office at Gulshan in the city on Thursday. Representatives of leading education agencies pose for a photograph with EBL Managing Director and CEO Ali Reza Iftekhar at...

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Walton disburses cash dividend to shareholders

Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC, a listed electronics company, has successfully distributed dividends to all its shareholders for financial year 2023-24, says a statement. According to Walton authorities, the company distributed dividends through Bangladesh Electronic Fund Transfer Network (BEFTN) and Bank Transfer.At its 40th Board of Directors meeting held on September...

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Sonargaon arranges Winter BBQ Buffet

This winter, Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka invites guests to indulge in a cozy and delightful culinary experience at the Pool Café with its Poolside BBQ Buffet, says a statement. Starting from November 28, the buffet offers a perfect blend of delicious barbecued delicacies and the ambiance of live music.Every Thursday,...

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