February 2025 - Page 9 of 13

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Environment Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan Calls for Industry-Wide Shift to Renewable Energy at SAF 2025

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, has urged the business community and international partners to collaborate with their Bangladeshi counterparts to transition from fossil fuel-dependent energy production to renewable and sustainable sources. She emphasized that energy supply shortages in the past two years have severely impacted industries, making sustainable energy solutions a necessity for both the country and the industry. She made these remarks while delivering the chief guest address at the inaugural ceremony of the Sustainable Apparel Forum (SAF) 2025, organized by the Netherlands Embassy at Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden on February 11, 2025. Highlighting the need for a more responsible ...

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BRAC Bank hosts School Banking Conference in Brahmanbaria

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank organized a School Banking Conference in Brahmanbaria. The bank arranged the conference as the lead bank under the guidance of Bangladesh Bank. The conference aimed to educate students about banking services and instill a savings culture with the necessary financial knowledge and awareness from an early age. The event brought together all banks operating in Brahmanbaria, along with many students, teachers, parents, and guardians, to promote awareness of modern banking practices and financial literacy. The countrywide awareness program is part of Bangladesh Bank's financial inclusion and financial literacy initiative. The Financial Inclusion Department of Bangladesh Bank drives the school banking conference in every district of the country to raise students' awareness about...

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‘Kinlei Jitben’ HONOR Bangladesh launches new campaign to celebrate February

Breaking News, Technology

Honor Bangladesh has recently rolled out an exciting campaign, titled 'Kinlei Jitben' for smartphone lovers to provide them with great value for money on purchasing some of the brand's latest smartphones. Under this campaign, running from February 01 to February 28, 2025, customers will enjoy attractive cashback offers on premium devices during February – the month of observance, love, and celebration. As part of the offer, customers purchasing the Portrait Master HONOR 200 Series can avail of cashback ranging from Tk. 1,000 to Tk. 5,000. The HONOR 200, priced at Tk. 59,000, and the HONOR 200 Pro, priced at Tk. 76,999, are equipped with studio-level portrait cameras powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, ensuring professional-grade photography. In addition to the HONOR 200 Series, consumer...

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Cartup.com – A Marketplace Designed for Bangladesh by Bangladeshis

Breaking News, Travel

Cartup Ltd, a concern of US-Bangla Airlines, is set to reshape the online shopping experience in Bangladesh. As a fully homegrown e-commerce platform, cartup is designed to meet the demands of local consumers, focusing on the best prices, authentic products, reliable and fast delivery services. Cartup’s user-friendly, locally developed app and website is ready to serve the country’s growing online shopping community. The platform integrates advanced technology with an extensive logistics network, ensuring a secure and efficient shopping experience. By collaborating with trusted brands and verified sellers, cartup aims to provide a diverse range of quality products across categories, including Electronics, Fashion, Home appliances, Beauty, Grocery etc. Cartup’s logistics infrastructur...

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Visa: Consumers in Bangladesh can Control their Online Security this Safer Internet Day

Breaking News, Feature

On the occasion of Safer Internet Day, Visa, the global leader in digital payments, today shared the top ways for consumers to stay safe digitally. As fraud and data breaches continue to grow across the world and in Bangladesh, Visa highlighted the immediate need for consumers themselves to be aware and updated of security measures, that are easy to implement and can safeguard personal and financial information. Sabbir Ahmed, Country Manager, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan, Visa said, "As more of our daily activities move online—whether for work, socializing, or shopping—scammers use sophisticated methods to steal information and money from unsuspecting consumers. This Safer Internet Day on February 11th, Visa is sharing how consumers and Visa cardholders can protect their digital inform...

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BRAC Bank and Grameen Healthcare to restore sight for 42,000 underprivileged people

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank partnered with Grameen Healthcare Services Limited to provide free eye screenings and care to over 42,000 underprivileged people in Bogura and Thakurgaon. This effort is part of BRAC Bank's flagship CSR programme - BRAC Bank Aporajeyo Ami. Through this partnership, economically disadvantaged people will receive free cataract surgeries, including special lenses and Intra-Ocular Lens (IOL) implants to help improve their vision. The partnership will ensure that patients can access diagnostic services, surgeries, and post-operative care, amplifying the impact on healthcare accessibility and disability inclusion. The goal of this initiative is to help restore people's sight, enhance their quality of life, and empower them to participate more actively in their communities and ...

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Vicky Zahed’s Neel Shukh to Release on Binge

Breaking News, Entertainment

Acclaimed director Vicky Zahed's latest web film, Neel Shukh, launches soon on Binge, the OTT platform owned by Robi's subsidiary, R Ventures PLC. The official trailer for the web film was released today (Monday, February 10). Earlier, on February 8, the official music video of the film was unveiled. The web film will be released on Binge on February 18. At the trailer release event held at Shanta Forum on Tejgaon-Gulshan Link Road in the capital, the web film has already garnered significant attention online following the release of its official music video. The trailer, too, has captured widespread attention on social media. The trailer features Rabindranath Tagore’s song “Kotobar Vebechhinu Apna Bhuliya, Tomar Charone Dibo Hriday Khuliya” and showcases the brilliant performances of M...

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Mostafa Quamrus Sobhan Elected as Chairman of Rupali Insurance Company Limited

Breaking News, Business

The Board of Directors of Rupali Insurance Company Limited has elected Mostafa Quamrus Sobhan as the new Chairman of the Company at its 212th Board Meeting, following the passing of former Chairman Mostafa Golam Quddus. Mostafa Quamrus Sobhan, a distinguished industrialist and entrepreneur, brings with him vast experience in various sectors, including insurance, education, ready-made garments & textile industry and efficient leadership expertise as the Managing Director of Dragon Group. In addition to his corporate endeavors, Sobhan was appointed as the first Honorary Consul of Uruguay in Bangladesh in 2023, working towards enhancing bilateral trade and diplomatic relations between the two nations. On his election, Sobhan expressed gratitude to the Board for their trust and pledg...

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Syeda Rizwana Hasan Urges Graduates to Build a Environmentally and Socially Just Bangladesh at IUBAT Convocation

Breaking News, Education

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, called upon students to be responsible citizens and future leaders dedicated to building an environmentally and socially just, discrimination-free Bangladesh. "Together, we can build a Bangladesh free from exploitation and injustice—a nation that upholds the rule of law, champions justice, and sets an example for others to follow," she said. Emphasizing the importance of character and service, she urged the graduates to be compassionate, socially responsible, and environmentally conscious in their personal and professional lives. Environment Advisor said this while delivered the speech of the Convocation President at the convocation ceremony of the International Un...

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Electric G-Wagon arrived in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Business

Mercedes-Benz flagship car G580 Edition One or Electric G-Wagon model has arrived in Bangladesh. Rancon Motors Limited the official distributors of Mercedes-Benz Bangladesh has proudly launched the 2025 G 580 "Edition One", the first-ever electric G-Class in Bangladesh. Edition One is the first production unit of the electric G-Wagon, which is a collector's item for automotive enthusiasts. Electric G-Wagon's journey was inaugurated in a grand ceremony on Saturday (8 February, 2025) afternoon. The 2025 G 580 "Edition One" is the first production unit of the electric G-Wagon, a collector's item for automotive enthusiasts. This model combines the traditional off-road performance of the G-Class with modern electric technology, setting new standards in luxury, performance and sustainab...