July 2026 - TheStatement24

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BRAC Bank named best in Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

BRAC Bank has been honoured with the SDG Brand Champion 2026 Award in the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (SDG 10) category for its flagship CSR initiative, Aporajeyo Ami, in recognition of its efforts to reduce inequalities and advance disability inclusion in Bangladesh. The initiative was recognised for advancing disability inclusion, expanding healthcare access, promoting equal opportunities, and creating pathways to dignified employment for persons with disabilities. Launched in 2024, Aporajeyo Ami is Bangladesh’s first bank-led, multi-pillar disability inclusion initiative. Through strategic partnerships with specialised healthcare and development partners, the programme has provided vision care to more than 63,000 people, facilitated formal employment for 50 persons with disa...

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Football Fever Drives Strong Customer Response for Xiaomi Smart TVs

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Global tech giant Xiaomi has witnessed a strong surge in customer interest and sales across its Smart TV lineup in Bangladesh during the recently concluded football tournament. As football fever swept the nation, households turned their living rooms into personal stadiums, with many customers choosing to upgrade to Xiaomi's large-screen, high-refresh-rate Smart TVs throughout the time. Catering to diverse consumer preferences and budgets, Xiaomi's Smart TV portfolio offers nine models across two distinct series. The flagship Xiaomi TV S Mini LED 2026 Series delivers a premium home entertainment experience with QD-Mini LED technology, advanced local dimming, up to 1200 nits peak brightness, a native 144Hz refresh rate with Game Boost, and Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for immersive cinema...

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Guardian named Most Sustainable Financial Institution in Insurance at SDG Brand Champion Awards 2026

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Guardian Life Insurance Limited has been named the ‘Most Sustainable Financial Institution of the Year – Insurance’ at the SDG Brand Champion Awards 2026 for the impact of Guardian BRAC Bima—an inclusive insurance initiative designed to ensure that the loss of a loved one does not leave a low-income family burdened with debt. Organized by Bangladesh Brand Forum and Sustainable Brand Initiative under the Bangladesh Innovation Conclave, the awards recognize initiatives making measurable contributions towards advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Launched in 2015 through a partnership between Guardian Life and BRAC, Guardian BRAC Bima embeds insurance protection within BRAC’s microfinance ecosystem. Today, it operates through nearly 3,300 BRAC branches across all 64 di...

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Religious Affairs Minister Meets Saudi Ambassador: Requests Retaining 1% Backup Accommodation

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DHAKA, Monday (20 July 2026): Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain (Kaikobad), the Minister for Religious Affairs, has requested the Saudi government to retain the backup accommodation quota at 1% for Bangladesh for the 2027 Hajj. He made the request during a meeting with Dr. Abdullah Zafer H. Bin Abiyah, the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Bangladesh, at the Saudi Embassy in Gulshan, Dhaka, this afternoon. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah of Saudi Arabia has fixed the backup accommodation at 2% for the 2027 Hajj, which will increase the overall cost of Hajj. Consequently, the Religious Affairs Minister requested that the backup accommodation for Bangladesh be retained at 1%, as it was for the 2026 Hajj. The Saudi Ambassador stated that he received a semi-official letter from the Ministry of R...

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UCBD organizes third ‘Campus to Corporate’ session featuring CEO of Bengal Meat

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Universal College Bangladesh (UCBD) has successfully organised the third session of its skill development initiative, 'Campus to Corporate,' on July 14, 2026. The session featured Mr. AFM Asif, Chief Executive Officer of Bengal Meat Processing Industries Ltd, as the guest speaker. Building on the momentum of its previous highly successful iterations, the third session was held at UCBD’s Gulshan campus. Previous sessions featured corporate leaders such as Shadab Ahmed Khan, Managing Director of Coca-Cola İçecek Bangladesh, and M.H.M. Fairoz, Managing Director & CEO of Singer Bangladesh Limited. As the guest speaker, Mr. Asif interacted with aspiring professionals, offering a practical glimpse into real-world corporate ecosystems. Drawing from his extensive career, he shared inval...

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CGA Night 2026 Held in a Grand and Festive Atmosphere

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The Institute of Certified General Accountants of Bangladesh (CGA Bangladesh) successfully hosted “CGA Night 2026” on Saturday at Buffet Lounge, Pallabi, Mirpur, Dhaka, bringing together professional accountants, members, students, and distinguished guests in a vibrant celebration of the accounting profession. The programme was graced by Professor Dr. M. Harunur Rashid, President of the Bangladesh Accounting Association and Former Chairman of the Department of Accounting, University of Dhaka, as the Chief Guest. Professor Amena Begum, Principal of ICT, attended as the Special Guest. The programme was presided over by Muhammad Mamun Ur Rashid, FCGA, President of CGA Bangladesh. In his keynote address, Professor Dr. Harunur Rashid highlighted the indispensable role of competent and eth...

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The NEXUS Seminar Series held at UIU

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School of Business and Economics of United International University (UIU) organized a seminar titled “The Double Burden of Climate Change: How Heat Stress and Air Pollution Stratify the Workforce” as the second segment of the NEXUS Seminar Series yesterday at UIU Campus. This long-term initiative will serve as an institutional bridge for continuous industry-academia conversations on the intersection of business, economy and society. Dr. Minhaj Mahmud, Senior Economist, Asian Development Bank (ADB), delivered the keynote lecture titled “The Double Burden of Climate Change: How Heat Stress and Air Pollution Stratify the Workforce”. He highlighted that increasing heat stress and air pollution resulting from climate change are creating a "double burden" that is having a profound adverse imp...

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Jalalabad Cantonment English School & College introduces English assessment by the British Council for its young learners

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Jalalabad Cantonment English School & College (JCESC) has reached a significant milestone in its pursuit of academic excellence by signing a partnership agreement with the British Council today. Under this collaboration, the institution will introduce the British Council’s Primary English Test and Secondary English Test to benchmark the language proficiency of its primary and secondary students. The agreement was signed during a prestigious ceremony at the JCESC campus in Sylhet. The event was attended by senior representatives from the British Council, the school Principal and Vice Principal, faculty members, guardians, and students from Class III to XII. In addition to the primary and secondary assessments, the partnership establishes JCESC as an official IELTS Registration Cen...

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Humanoid robot steals the spotlight at HONOR’s new brandshop

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Global AI device ecosystem brand HONOR has launched a new brandshop in Chattogram, marking the occasion with a captivating showcase of its striking humanoid robot. The new brandshop was inaugurated on July 15 at Akhtaruzzaman Center in the city’s Agrabad commercial area. One of the key highlights of the inauguration was the demonstration of HONOR's humanoid robot, offering visitors a glimpse into the brand's vision of an AI-powered future. The robot instantly drew crowds by interacting with guests, shaking hands, posing for photographs, and engaging with visitors. It also introduced customers to HONOR's AI-driven technologies, shared information about the brand's smart devices, and assisted them during their shopping experience. The showcase follows HONOR's unveiling of the robot at ...

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MetLife Bangladesh Recognizes Top Agency Performers for Advancing Financial Inclusion and Customer Excellence

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MetLife Bangladesh, the number one life insurance company in Bangladesh, recently recognized 949 of its top-performing Financial Associates, Unit Managers, and Branch Managers, celebrating their outstanding contributions in 2025. The award recipients were recognized for exceptional business performance, effective use of digital technology, commitment to superior customer service, creation of employment opportunities, and their significant role in making life insurance more accessible across Bangladesh. The ceremonies were attended by senior leadership including Lyndon Oliver, Regional President, Asia; Elena Butarova, Head of Bangladesh, Malaysia, Nepal and Vietnam; and Ala Ahmad, Chief Executive Officer of MetLife Bangladesh, who personally recognized the achievements of the agency f...