Day: August 9, 2026

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Banglalink partners with BURO Bangladesh for connectivity and digital solutions

Country's leading digital operator Banglalink has signed an agreement with BURO Bangladesh, one of the country's largest microfinance institutions, to provide connectivity and digital solutions to the organization.Under the agreement, Banglalink will provide connectivity and enterprise digital solutions to BURO Bangladesh, supporting the organizations communication needs through reliable digital services. The partnership reflects the shared commitment of both organizations to leveraging technology for greater efficiency and seamless connectivity. The signing ceremony was held on Tuesday at the head office of BURO Bangladesh. Kazi Mahboob Hassan, Chief Marketing Officer of Banglalink, and Farmina Hossain, Director Operations of BURO Bangladesh, signed the agreement on behalf of their r...

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Call for Applications for the “Shomotay Tarunno Media Award 2026’’

Breaking News, Media

Applications have been invited for the ‘Shomotay Tarunno Media Award 2026’, a national initiative recognising responsible media practices, human dignity and positive social change through gender-sensitive journalism and creative content. The award is being jointly organised by the Press Institute Bangladesh (PIB), Plan International Bangladesh and JAAGO Foundation Trust, with support from the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Bangladesh. Building on the success of the previous media award organised under the ‘Shomotay Tarunno: Youth for Equality’ project, this year’s initiative is being held on a broader scale. The award will recognise gender-sensitive and socially responsible journalism and creative content. Awards will be presented across eight categories, including newspape...

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Riyadh Air launches Dhaka service with inaugural Boeing 787 flight

Breaking News, Travel

Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier, Riyadh Air, launched its first scheduled service to Bangladesh on Saturday, with its inaugural flight from Riyadh landing at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arrived at around 6:30 a.m. local time and was welcomed with a traditional water salute to mark the airline’s debut in the Bangladeshi market. A ceremony held at the airport was attended by Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdullah Zafer H. Bin Abiya, Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport Executive Director Group Captain S.M. Ragib Samad, and Riyadh Air Chief Commercial Officer Vincent Coste. Addressing the event, the speakers said the launch of the route reflects Riyadh Air’s ambition to connect Saudi Arabia with major cities around the world while...

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BRAC Bank opens Digital Service Centre in Gulshan for 24/7 service

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BRAC Bank has inaugurated a Digital Service Centre on Gulshan Avenue in Dhaka, reinforcing its commitment to delivering convenient, technology-driven banking services around the clock.The new self-service centre styled BRAC Bank Fast Track operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, enabling customers to access essential banking services at their convenience. Located in the prominent commercial hub of North Gulshan and equipped with two Cash Recycling Machines (CRMs) and one Automated Teller Machine (ATM), the centre offers cash withdrawals, cash deposits, fund transfers, and other services.To enhance the customer experience, a dedicated Digital Ambassador will assist visitors with digital account opening, the Astha app through Astha Sheba, and provide guidance on deposit and loan ...