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MetLife Bangladesh settles 1,384 Crore Taka claims in the first six months of 2026

MetLife Bangladesh has settled 1,384 Crore Taka claims in the first six months (January – June) of 2026. This amount includes the money customers receive as insurance benefits and claims for loss of life and medical needs. MetLife Bangladesh's Chief Executive Officer, Ala Ahmad, said, "The claims amount settled in the first six months of the year reflects our strong commitment to supporting customers and their families when they need us most. By continuously enhancing our claims process to make it faster, simpler, and more transparent, we aim to strengthen customer confidence and contribute to building greater trust in Bangladesh’s insurance sector.” MetLife maintains a consistent track record of timely claims settlement. In the year 2025, MetLife Bangladesh settled the highest claim...

BRAC Bank Branch Distribution Network achieves record BDT 5,000 crore CASA deposit growth in first half of 2026

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BRAC Bank's Branch Distribution Network has achieved a landmark BDT 5,000 crore growth in Current Account Savings Account (CASA) deposits during the first six months of 2026, reflecting customers' growing confidence in the bank and the network's strong deposit mobilisation capabilities. The milestone builds on the Distribution Network's consistent growth momentum in recent years, reinforcing its contribution to the bank's sustainable business expansion through relationship-driven banking and customer-centric service. To celebrate the achievement, BRAC Bank organised a recognition programme attended by Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Managing Director & CEO; Sheikh Mohammad Ashfaque, Deputy Managing Director & Head of Branch Distribution Network; members of the Management Committee; l...

Post-Budget Discussion Program 2026-27 held at UIU

Breaking News, Education

The School of Business and Economics of United International University (UIU) organized the Post-Budget Discussion Program 2026-27 yesterday at UIU Campus. At the beginning of the program, two important sessions were held with the participation of students from different universities across the country. The first session featured a lively debate competition on the motion, “The proposed tax policy in the National Budget of Bangladesh for the fiscal year 2026–27 will be beneficial to the country’s economy overall,” with participants from the University of Dhaka, Jahangirnagar University and United International University. During the debate, the participating students analyzed various aspects of the national budget using data-driven arguments and logical reasoning. Thereafter, a panel ...