November 2024 - Page 4 of 14

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SEU Hosts “Atmo Tyager Chetonay Agamir Bangladesh”

Southeast University (SEU) organized a commemorative event titled "Building Tomorrow's Bangladesh with the Spirit of Sacrifice" to honor the martyrs and injured victims of the anti-discrimination student movement, including four martyrs from the university on 23 November 2024, Saturday. The program was held in the university's Multipurpose Hall. Mr. A.F. Hasan Arif, Advisor to the Interim Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh for the Ministry of Land and the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, graced the event as the Chief Guest, while SEU's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam, presided over the program. Barrister Sheikh Mahdi, Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh attended the event as the Special...

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National Bank holds Strategic Review Meeting

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National Bank held a strategic review meeting on November 23, 2024, at the National Bank Training Institute in Dhaka, focusing on current and upcoming action plans for the next year. Md. Touhidul Alam Khan, Managing Director & CEO of the Bank, attended the meeting as the chief guest. The Deputy Managing Directors Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Imran Ahmed, and Md. Abdul Matin along with Executives, Officers from various divisions, and Branch Managers, were also present. During the meeting, Md. Touhidul Alam Khan provided valuable guidance and outlined strategic roadmaps on key priorities, including recovering default loans, addressing the ongoing liquidity crisis, future business planning, deposit mobilization, loan disbursement, and improving customer service excellence. He assured atten...

Nov232024 by TS ReportNo Comments

We aim to strengthen our harmonious connection with all communities in Bangladesh: Advisor Supradip Chakma

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Ambassador (Retd.) Mr. Supradip Chakma, Adviser to the Chittagong Hill Tracts, emphasized the importance of fostering harmonious connections among all communities in Bangladesh. He expressed a commitment to collaborating with every community throughout the country. Mr. Supradip Chakma expressed these thoughts during his speech as the chief guest at the Garo traditional Wangala celebration 2024, which took place yesterday at Banani Model School and College in Dhaka. Mr. Supradip Chakma also stated that it is essential to preserve and cherish our manners, clothing, culture, and traditions. He highlighted the significance of expressing gratitude for the good deeds of others. Recognizing and showing thankfulness are important aspects of various religious traditions. The Wangala, or Navan...

Nov232024 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank joins hands with NBR to facilitate smooth online payment of tax returns

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In a move to enhance taxpayer convenience and streamline the tax payment process, BRAC Bank has set up a booth at the National Board of Revenue (NBR) Office in Dhaka on the occasion of "Income Tax Information—Service Month 2024." The booth aims to facilitate citizens' tax payments through an automated challan system. This system allows taxpayers to deposit cash or make payments via digital channels, making tax transactions smooth, efficient, and time-saving. Ms. Sharmin Ferdousi, Commissioner of Tax Zone 11, NBR, and Mohammad Abdul Ohab Miah FCA, Financial Controller, BRAC Bank, inaugurated the booth at Tax Zone 11 Office in Dhaka. Major Mohammad Arif Chowdhury (Retd.) Unit Head Transaction Banking, BRAC Bank, and senior officials of Tax Zone 11 were present at the ceremony. Durin...

Nov232024 by TS ReportNo Comments

10th LEATHERTECH BANGLADESH 2024 Starts

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10th International Technology Tradeshow LEATHERTECH BANGLADESH 2024 on LEATHER, FOOTWEAR MACHINERY, SHOE MATERIALS,CHEMICAL & ACCESSORIES for FOOTWEAR & LEATHERGOODS Sector has started on November 21, 2024 at Expo Zone of International Convention City, Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka. The tradeshow will go on till 23 NOVEMBER 2024. Shah Mohammad Mahboob, Executive Member (Additional Secretary), Marketing & Communication, Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), served as the chief guest at the inauguration program. The event was further enriched by the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including A.K.M. Mushfiqur Rahman Masud, President of the Leather Engineers & Technologists Society, Bangladesh; Md. Golam Shahnewaz, Managing Director of Dhaka Tannery Industrial Est...

Nov232024 by TS ReportNo Comments

“Parents’ Day” Celebration at DIU

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Daffodil International University (DIU) recently hosted a touching event, "Parents' Day," bringing together young students and their parents in an emotional gathering. Held at the university's campus, the event saw students embracing their parents with heartfelt tears. Organized to strengthen the triangular bond among students, parents, and faculty, this event aimed to instill moral and human values. Over 2,000 students and their parents participated in this significant program. The event, held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the university’s Shadhinata Auditorium in Birulia, Savar, was part of DIU’s “Art of Living” course. The special guest for the event was Mr. Asif Iqbal, Founder of Ganchill Music & Asix Group and CEO of Hamid Group. Among others present were DIU’s Founder and C...

Nov222024 by TS ReportNo Comments

The Ministry of Women and Children Affairs has brought global recognition to Bangladesh

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The Ministry of Women and Children Affairs has brought global recognition to Bangladesh by receiving the prestigious 2024 Asia-Pacific Care Champion Award. This honor was presented by UN ESCAP, UN Women, and their esteemed partners in acknowledgment of outstanding contributions to care innovation. Under the category "Care Innovators: Transforming Lives through Care Delivery", this award highlights the Government of Bangladesh's unwavering commitment to improving lives through transformative care solutions. The photograph features H.E. Mr. Faiyaz Murshid Kazi, the Ambassador of Bangladesh to Thailand, and Hon. Adviser Sharmeen S Murshid, who received the Asia-Pacific Care Champion Award on behalf of Bangladesh.

Nov222024 by TS ReportNo Comments

Bangladesh urged EU to support a proposal for allocating USD 200 billion to the LDCs in CoP29

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Bangladesh urged EU to support a proposal for allocating USD 200 billion to the LDCs and the most vulnerable countries, ensuring these nations can effectively respond to the challenges of the climate crisis. Bangladesh urged this in a significant bilateral meeting held on 22 November between the Ministers of the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and the European Union (EU) on the final outcomes of COP29. The meeting emphasized collaboration on unresolved issues to achieve a balanced and equitable outcome for all parties. In the meeting the Bangladesh delegation head highlighted that "many issues remain unresolved," urging both groups to work together to secure a meaningful and inclusive deal for COP29. During the meeting, LDC ministers shared their key positions, emphasizing the ur...

Nov222024 by TS ReportNo Comments

Bangladesh dance troupe participates in Cultural Festival in India

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Staff Reporter: In a vibrant display of cultural diplomacy, a nine-member troupe from the renowned Dhaka-based dance school ‘Kolpotoru’, represented Bangladesh at the prestigious ‘Bali Yatra Festival 2024’ in India at the invitation of the Government of India. The festival is regarded as one of Asia's largest open cultural fair and is held annually in the Indian city of Cuttack in the state of Odisha. The seven-day festival, which was held from 15 to 22 November 2024, also saw participation of notable cultural groups from Indonesia, Thailand, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Slovakia. The Bangladeshi troupe was fully hosted by the State Government of Odisha. On their arrival in India, the Bangladeshi artistes received a grand welcome at the Bhubaneswar airport, with floral showers in the...

Nov222024 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank to provide collateral-free loans to BASIS members

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BRAC Bank has entered a partnership with the Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) to provide collateral-free financing to its members, marking a major step in supporting Bangladesh's ICT sector’s growth and innovation. It will be a big boost for the country’s ICT sector, as more than 2,500 BASIS members can now avail themselves of a collateral-free loan and One-Stop Service from BRAC Bank. The strategic alliance outlines a tailored financing solution specifically designed for BASIS members. This solution provides them with streamlined access to funding to accelerate their entrepreneurial goals and contribute to the country’s economic growth. This collateral-free loan offering demonstrates BRAC Bank’s commitment to fostering innovation and supporting ...