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BRAC Bank rolls out Bangla QR at BRAC University to facilitate cashless transaction

BRAC Bank has rolled out Bangla QR at BRAC University to facilitate cashless transactions on the campus in Merul Badda, Dhaka, taking a significant step towards supporting Bangladesh Bank's “Cashless Bangladesh” initiative. Md. Mostaqur Rahman FCMA, Governor of Bangladesh Bank, inaugurated the initiative as the chief guest at a ceremony at the university on July 30, 2026. Professor Syed Ferhat Anwar, PhD, Vice-Chancellor, BRAC University; A.N.M. Moinul Kabir, Director, Payment Department-1; Md. Sharafat Ullah Khan, Director, Payment Systems Department-2, Bangladesh Bank; and Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Managing Director & CEO, BRAC Bank, along with students and faculty members were present. Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury, PhD, Pro-Vice-Chancellor; Ariful Islam, Treasurer; and ...

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BRACU Duburi secures 8th place at global RoboSub 2026 competition in California

Breaking News, Feature

BRACU Duburi, Bangladesh's first autonomous underwater vehicle team from BRAC University, placed eighth overall at the prestigious RoboSub 2026 competition. The team also achieved the highest finish among the three Bangladeshi teams participating in this year’s event. RoboSub is one of the most prestigious Autonomous Underwater Robotics competitions worldwide. Organized annually by RoboNation in the United States, this year’s event was held at the Woollett Aquatics Centre in Irvine, California. Competing against 58 elite teams from leading universities and research institutions worldwide, BRACU Duburi outperformed many major global institutions including Stanford University, Carnegie Mellon University, and Duke University and so on. The team achieved its success by qualifying two adv...

Jul302026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

HONOR showcases latest global innovations at Bashundhara City Experience Zone

Breaking News, Business

Global AI device ecosystem brand HONOR is hosting a three-day Experience Zone at Bashundhara City Shopping Complex, where visitors can explore its latest flagship Magic V6 and AIoT products. The event, which began on July 30, will continue until August 1. Products on display include the HONOR Magic V6, HONOR Watch 5 Ultra, HONOR Choice Earbuds Clip 2 Pro, and HONOR Earbuds 4. Among the key highlights is the HONOR Magic V6, currently the world's thinnest foldable smartphone at just 8.75 mm when folded. The device features aerospace-grade aluminum alloy and a high-strength Super Steel Hinge designed to deliver enhanced durability while maintaining its slim profile. To showcase the hinge's durability, HONOR has arranged a live hinge test challenge at the venue. Visitors can also pre-...

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640 Public Transport Drivers Trained Under BRTA and DAM Initiative

Breaking News, NGO News

As part of a capacity-building initiative to ensure a sustainable smoke-free public transport system, a total of 640 public transport drivers have been trained under the auspices of the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA), with support from Dhaka Ahsania Mission. According to a press release issued by Dhaka Ahsania Mission, the program titled “Professional Skills and Awareness Development Training for Professional Drivers” was conducted in four phases during last of July 2026 at the Joar Sahara BRTC Bus Depot in the capital. During the training sessions, Adut Rahman Imon, Program Officer of the Tobacco Control Project of the organization, presented audio-visual materials highlighting the implementation of tobacco control laws and the health hazards of tobacco use. Participants...

Jul292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Fashion brand Elite’s 17th outlet inaugurated

Breaking News, Lifestyle

The 17th outlet of 'Elite Lifestyle Limited'—one of the country's leading fashion brands—was grandly inaugurated Monday, July 27, at 5 PM in the area adjacent to the Oxygen Kanchabazar (wholesale market) in the city. Professor S.M. Nasrul Kadir, Vice-Chancellor of Premier University, inaugurated the Oxygen branch. He formally launched the outlet's operations by cutting the ribbon. Presided over by Muhammad Mamun Chowdhury, Chairman of the brand 'Elite Lifestyle Limited', the event was attended by special guests including the company's Executive Director A.K. Shawkat Ali, Director Jannatul Ferdous, journalist and artist S.M. Azizul Kadir, journalist Partha Nandi, expatriate businessman Kaiser Hamid, and businessmen Md. Faizul Alam, Md. Abdul Hamid, and Anwar Mehedi, among others. Speak...

Jul292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Higher Earnings and Strong Asset Quality Drive IDLC Finance’s H1 2026 Performance

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IDLC Finance PLC delivered a strong performance in the first half of 2026, posting a Consolidated Net Profit after Tax (NPAT) of BDT 1,370 million. This records a 26% increase over the same period of the previous year. The leading NBFI’s Earnings Per Share (EPS) therefore rose to BDT 2.99 in H1 2026 from BDT 2.37 in H1 2025. IDLC’s profitability indicators strengthened during the period, with annualized Return on Equity (ROE) improving to 12.36%, and Return on Assets (ROA) improving to 1.52%. These improvements prove stronger earnings generation and efficient deployment of capital and assets. On a standalone basis, customer deposits reached BDT 114.54 billion, while the loan portfolio stood at BDT 117.60 billion. Asset quality remained robust, with the Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio...

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Hop Lun facilitates industry skill development training under SICIP through BGMEA partnership

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Hop Lun Apparel Limited has joined hands with the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) to facilitate industry-focused skills training for aspiring professionals in Bangladesh's ready-made garment (RMG) sector. As part of the initiative, Hop Lun is providing training support at its Unit-2 facility through eight of its employees, who serve as trainers after being evaluated and approved by BGMEA. The training covers four courses: Sewing Machine Operation, Industrial Engineering and Lean Manufacturing, Advanced Garments Quality Control Management, and Social Compliance and Environmental Management. A total of 208 trainees have completed the training so far, with around 118 already securing employment. Of them, 90 are now employed at Hop Lun, while the others...

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ETS Hosts TOEFL Experience Day in Dhaka for Bangladesh’s English-Language Trainer Community

Breaking News, Education

ETS, a global education and talent solutions organisation and the creator of the TOEFL iBT test, recently hosted a TOEFL Experience Day at Amari Dhaka. Marking ETS’s first official in-person TOEFL Experience Day in Bangladesh, the programme brought together more than 100 participants, including English-language trainers, TOEFL preparation professionals, counsellors, educators and channel partners. Led by ETS experts and senior leaders from its South Asia team, the structured training introduced participants to the four strategic pillars of TOEFL: Fair, Agile, Smart and Tailored (FAST). The programme also provided focused guidance on the four skills assessed by the TOEFL iBT test: Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. The sessions enabled participants to better understand the enhance...

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Bizzmakr Empowers Future Freelancers through Campus Activation Program at IUB

Breaking News, Education

Bizzmakr, a growing freelancer-powered business solutions platform, successfully organized a two-day Campus Activation Program at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) on 26–27 July, in collaboration with the IUB Programming Club (IUBPC), continuing its mission to help young people identify, develop, and apply skills that can unlock real opportunities. Founded on a unique model where all contributors work as freelancers, Bizzmakr is committed to bridging the gap between learning and employability. Through its Campus Activation Program, the platform seeks to equip students with practical insights, market-relevant skills, and a clearer understanding of how they can transform their passions into meaningful, sustainable careers. The activation booth remained open from 10:00 AM to 4:00...

Jul282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Bangladesh Retired Government Employees Welfare Association Calls for Stronger Tobacco Control Through Swift Formulation of Rules Under the Amended Tobacco Control Act 2026

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The Bangladesh Retired Government Employees Welfare Association has called for the prompt formulation of the Rules under the Amended Tobacco Control Act 2026 and for stronger tobacco control measures to protect public health. The Association also urged the government to protect young people from the harmful effects of e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches. The demand was made at a discussion meeting titled "Protecting Public Health from the Harmful Effects of Tobacco: The Way Forward" jointly organized by the Bangladesh Retired Government Employees Welfare Association and the Development Organisation of the Rural Poor-DORP at Obosor Bhaban in the capital on Tuesday (28 July 2026). Speaking at the meeting, Md. Ismail Hossain, Administrator of the Bangladesh Retired Government Employees We...