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Apr172025 by TS ReportNo Comments

OPPO A5 Pro’s Latest Variant Now Available

Global technology brand OPPO has introduced a meticulously refined variant of its much-talked-about durability trend setter, the OPPO A5 Pro smartphone in an exclusive reveal marking the Bangla New Year. The new edition boasts significant upgrades, including an impressive 8GB of RAM and 256GB of ROM, ensuring enhanced performance and ample storage capacity — now available nationwide at an attractive price of BDT 26,990. Adding a whole new dimension to smartphone photography, the latest variant of the OPPO A5 Pro comes equipped with an underwater photography mode — a standout feature that sets it apart in itsclass. This innovative addition allows users to effortlessly capture stunning shots beneath the water’s surface, making it a game-changer for adventure seekers and photography enthus...

Apr172025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Kimiwa Saddat Appointed as Managing Director & CEO (Current Charge) of Community Bank Bangladesh PLC.

Breaking News, Business

Community Bank Bangladesh PLC. is pleased to announce the immediate appointment of Mr. Kimiwa Saddat as Managing Director & CEO (Current Charge). Prior to this, Mr. Saddat served as the Deputy Managing Director of Meghna Bank PLC. Mr. Saddat joined Meghna Bank in 2019, where he led the Corporate Banking division and other key divisions. Under his leadership, Meghna Bank became one of the preferred financial institutions for prominent corporate clients in Bangladesh. He played a crucial role in guiding the bank to receive the esteemed “Asian Banking & Finance Wholesale Banking Award 2021,” marking the bank’s first international recognition, alongside several other prestigious awards. With over 22 years of extensive experience in the banking sector, Mr. Saddat has worked with b...

Apr162025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Morshed Khan- The Renowned Bass Guitarist

Breaking News, Entertainment

Morshed Khan is a renowned bass guitarist as well as a freelance music director, composer, and music arranger. His musical journey started in 1987 with the Band Root Finder, and after a year, it was renamed as Orpheus. At one fell swoop, he joined the band Crystal Ship, who has played some cover numbers, and participated with many other bands, like Phantom Lord, a rock metal band and Winning, a very popular band till 1999. During his very long journey, he has worked with the country’s legendary solo artists’ country notably, Feroze Sai, Azam Khan, Lucky Akhand, Shubir Nondi, Abdul Hadi, Khurshid Alom, Abida Sultana, Rafiqul Alam, Apel Mahmood, and Ferdous Wahid at their live performances as well as studio recordings. It is also notable that he has worked with fabulous band musicians Ayub ...

Apr162025 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank Agent Banking empowers expatriate families in Jashore through ‘Uthan Boithok’

Breaking News, National

BRAC Bank Agent Banking continues to champion financial inclusion by organizing a financial literacy session in Jashore. The bank hosted an ‘Uthan Boithok’—a community-based financial awareness initiative—in the Bostapotti area, focusing on families dependent on remittances. Conducted by the BRAC Bank Rupdia Agent Banking Outlet, the session aimed to improve financial literacy and promote greater inclusion among rural communities. Held on April 12, 2025, the event brought together over 50 expatriate families from the local area, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to offering tailored banking solutions to families with members working abroad. The session was led by Bisawjit Ghosh, Agent Relationship Officer, Agent Banking, BRAC Bank; and Faraz Ahmed, Agent Field Officer, BRAC Bank R...

Apr162025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Clinical Test for Rare Disease SMA Successfully Completed first time in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Health

For the first time, a diagnostic test for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare and incurable disease, has been successfully conducted in the country. Previously, this expensive test had to be done in India or other countries. With the initiative and dedication of the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital, along with the support of 'Cure SMA Bangladesh' the only organization in the country working on this condition, this significant achievement has been made possible. The National Institute of Laboratory Medicine and Referral Center provided technical assistance for the test. To mark the release of the test results, a special clinic was held yesterday Tuesday (April 15) at the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital in Agargaon. On this day, the results of the SMA...

Apr152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

ZatiqEasy’s unprecedented success in digital transformation of entrepreneurs

Breaking News, Feature

In just the month prior to this Eid-ul-Fitr, the users of the ZatiqEasy platform achieved some remarkable milestones. Through using this platform, over 21,000 new merchants launched their shops and attracted more than 73,000 customers. Over 100,000 orders were completed, generating over 25 crore taka in revenue for the merchants within the short span of just a month. To enhance the digital potential of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Zatiq Limited, a tech-driven company, has been operating in Bangladesh since 2022. Zatiq’s platform ensures timely digital transformation opportunities for entrepreneurs, enabling even those without technical expertise to thrive digitally with ZatiqEasy's support. Within just one and a half years, the organization has onboarded over 100,000 active merc...

Apr152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Banglalink Appoints Jahrat Adib Chowdhury as Deputy CEO

Breaking News, Business

Banglalink has announced the appointment of Jahrat Adib Chowdhury as its new Deputy CEO, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey as a digital leader. Jahrat joined Banglalink in 2014 and has been serving as the Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary. With over 20 years of experience across multiple industries, she has played a key role in driving Banglalink's transformation from a telecom operator to the most innovative digital operator in Bangladesh. She has led various strategic projects, including asset-light initiatives and regulatory compliance efforts. In her new role as Deputy CEO, Jahrat will work closely with the senior leadership team to shape Banglalink’s strategic direction, ensuring the company continues to deliver exceptional service to its customers...

Apr152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

HBL President & CEO Muhammad Nassir Salim Visiting Bangladesh

Breaking News, Business

Muhammad Nassir Salim, President & CEO - HBL, visits Dhaka between 15-17 April 2025. This visit underscores HBL’s long-term commitment to strengthening economic collaboration between Bangladesh and key global markets where HBL has a strong institutional presence. HBL, a bank of regional relevance with operations spread across multiple geographies, has been serving clients in Bangladesh for more than 45 years. HBL is recognized as the leading financial institution in this region for its client-centric innovation in financial services. The Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) owns 51% shareholding and the management control of HBL. During his stay, Muhammad Nassir Salim is scheduled to meet with senior government policymakers, regulators, business leaders, and key stakeho...

Apr152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

BRAC Bank enhances banking experience for Zara Zaman Technology employees

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has signed an Employee Banking (EB) agreement with Zara Zaman Technology Ltd., a leading software development company and the largest supplier of GRG-branded ATMs and Android POS terminals in Bangladesh. Through this partnership, the employees of Zara Zaman Technology will enjoy a seamless and rewarding banking experience, including salary accounts, multi-currency debit cards, credit cards, loan facilities, Deposit Pension Schemes (DPS), Fixed Deposits (FD), and a host of exclusive privileges under BRAC Bank’s Employee Banking proposition. Mahiul Islam, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Retail Banking, BRAC Bank, and Mridha Md Arifuzzaman, Chairman, Zara Zaman Technology, signed the agreement at BRAC Bank’s Head Office. Anup Kumar Adhikary, Head of Finance & Accou...

Apr152025 by TS ReportNo Comments

Glenrich bids proud farewell to the Class of 2025

Breaking News, Education

Glenrich International School, Uttara, has organised a Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2025. It was held at the Auditorium of Glenrich Uttara Senior Campus. The event marked a milestone for 117 students who have successfully graduated. The event featured heartfelt and memorable moments, with Valedictorian Afia Noor delivering powerful speeches on how school life was challenging yet filled with unforgettable support and memories. The speech captured the spirit of the graduating class, the support they have received, and the memories they made throughout their school lives. On such a celebratory occasion, Dr. Amlan K Saha of Glenrich International School, Uttara, expressed, "Today, we are celebrating academic success, growth, perseverance, and the boundless potential of our students. ...