Month: September 2026

Sep292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

NSTU students receive AI skills training

Aspire to Innovate (a2i) is providing a two-day training programme to 140 students of Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU) to strengthen their artificial intelligence skills for the future workplace. Organised jointly by NSTU and a2i, fourth-year and postgraduate students are taking part in the training in four batches.The inaugural session was held on Monday with NSTU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Golam Rabbani in the chair. a2i Project Director (Additional Charge) and Additional SecretaryMuhammad Anwar Uddin, and Head of Programme Management Sams Ul Arefin Khanattended as guests.The programme was moderated by a2i’s Future of Work Team Lead Salahuddin Mohammad Uzzal.Also present were Pro-Vice Chancellor Dr. Mohammad Safiqul Islam; Treasurer Professor Dr. Md. Hasan Udd...

Sep282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Mohammad Abu Jafar is the Managing Director of National Bank

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Mr. Mohammad Abu Jafar has joined as the Managing Director of National Bank PLC on Sunday, September 20, 2026. He is a veteran banker with 36 years of professional experience in the banking industry. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served in diverse capacities with extensive expertise in business development, Ready Made Garment (RMG) financing, offshore banking, corporate banking, treasury business and operations, credit management, foreign trade financing, international business and branch banking. Prior to joining National Bank PLC, Mr. Abu Jafar served at The Premier Bank PLC as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer. Before that, he served at Dhaka Bank PLC as Additional Managing Director & Chief Business Officer (CBO). He also served as Managing Director of D...

Sep282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

VEON and Banglalink Convene Global Investors in New York to Advance “Invest in Bangladesh NOW!”

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Symposium builds momentum for initiative targeting USD 1 billion in foreign direct investment in Bangladesh's digital economy, anchored by VEON's USD 250 million commitment[Dhaka, September 25, 2026] VEON Ltd. (Nasdaq: VEON), a global digital operator, and its operating subsidiary in Bangladesh, Banglalink, on Thursday hosted the inaugural investor symposium for the “Invest in Bangladesh NOW!” initiative in New York City, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. The closed-door roundtable brought together global investors, development finance institutions and Bangladeshi government officials to discuss investment opportunities in Bangladesh’s digital economy.VEON’s “Invest in Bangladesh NOW!” initiative, launched earlier this year, is a proposed public-private partn...

Sep282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Banglalink Launching Direct Mobile-to-Satellite Services with Starlink

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Banglalink has received approval from the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) to launch its Starlink Direct-to-Cell service, bringing mobile connectivity to places across Bangladesh beyond the reach of traditional mobile networks.With this service, Bangladesh becomes the first country in South Asia to introduce Starlink Direct-to-Cell connectivity.The service is designed to be simple and accessible to everyone. If you can see the stars, you can connect anytime, in a simple and easy way. If you have a Banglalink 4G-enabled phone, you can use the service wherever Starlink Direct-to-Cell coverage is available, without needing a special phone, satellite dish or any additional equipment. There is nothing extra to install or set up.All Banglalink subscribers wit...

Sep282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Samsung Bangladesh unveils new H-series TV lineup with Micro RGB for enhanced viewing experience

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Samsung Bangladesh has launched its latest H-Series TV lineup, featuring Micro RGB technology, OLED displays, and Mini LED options, as well as AI-powered features across selected models. Over the last twenty years, Samsung has consistently raised the bar for industry standards through introducing ground-breaking TV innovations. The new H-Series builds on this legacy, bringing the world’s first Micro RGB technology to Bangladeshi consumers.The H-Series consists of several TV categories, offering different display technologies and features for different viewing preferences. At the top of the lineup is the premium Micro RGB range (R95H), while the OLED series (S95H and S85H) delivers rich contrast and fast refresh rates for immersive movie viewing and gaming.The Mini LED (M70H) model...

Sep272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

VEON and Square Group Receive Bangladesh Bank Approval for Digital Bank License

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VEON Ltd. (Nasdaq: VEON, "VEON"), a global digital operator, today announced that a joint venture between VEON Digital Financial Group and Square Group, one of Bangladesh's leading business conglomerates, has received approval for a Digital Bank license from Bangladesh Bank, the central bank of Bangladesh. The license marks VEON's entry into full-scale digital banking in Bangladesh, building on Banglalink's existing Payment Service Provider (PSP) license, which underpins its Mukto Pay digital payments service.This milestone reflects continued progress under "Invest in Bangladesh NOW!": a public-private partnership with the Government of Bangladesh that VEON formally launched in New York during UN General Assembly High-Level Week. VEON has committed an initial US$250 million anchor inve...

Sep272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Dr Mohammad Abdur Razzaque joins BRAC Bank Board as Independent Director

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BRAC Bank Board has welcomed Dr Mohammad Abdur Razzaque as an Independent Director. Welcoming Dr Razzaque to the Board, Meheriar M. Hasan, Chairperson of BRAC Bank, said: “As BRAC Bank enters an important phase of its growth and transformation, strong governance and informed strategic oversight remain critical. Dr Razzaque’s extensive experience in research, development, education, and policymaking will bring valuable perspectives to our Board and help shape the Bank’s strategic direction. We look forward to his guidance as we continue to strengthen governance and create sustainable long-term value for our stakeholders.”Dr Razzaque brings extensive national and international experience in economics, research, development, and public policy, which will help steer BRAC Bank toward new he...

Sep272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Uber Appoints S M Jamshed Hasan as Country Head for Uber Bangladesh

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Uber, the leading ridesharing app, has announced the appointment of S M Jamshed Hasan as Country Head for Uber Bangladesh. In his new role, Jamshed will lead Uber’s business and operations in the country, as the company continues to expand its mobility offerings and build on its growing presence in Bangladesh.Jamshed brings over 15 years of experience across sales, business development, strategic partnerships and commercial leadership, with experience spanning fintech, logistics and insurance. He joins Uber from Wagely Bangladesh, where he was the Vice President of Business and Growth and was responsible for driving business expansion and contributing to the company’s regional business strategy. Earlier in his career, he held commercial and business development roles at DHL, UPS and Me...

Sep262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Apex Founder’s Day Celebration- Apex Announces 26% Flat Discount Across All Stores and Online

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On September 26, Apex Footwear Limited is set to celebrate Founder’s Day across more than 500 stores nationwide, commemorating the 84th birth anniversary, legacy, and vision of its late Founder, Syed Manzur Elahi. As part of the celebrations, the lifestyle brand is offering a flat 26% discount across its entire product range on September 26.Customers can enjoy this discount at all Apex retail outlets as well as its online store, providing an excellent opportunity to explore Apex’s vast collection of products.The special offer covers the complete product range, especially the versatile ladies' collection, which includes shoes, sandals, leather bags, belts, accessories and apparel for people of all ages of every family member. Apex stores nationwide are fully prepared to welcome shop...

Sep262026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

The maintenance habits your refrigerator actually needs

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Refrigerators are arguably the most essential home appliance in our households, but while the ovens, washing machines or even the air conditioning systems get their break when they are turned off, refrigerators rarely get any break. In order to keep our perishable foods fresh and safe, refrigerators are kept active 24/7 – through the night, through power cuts and through the dozens of time we open the door just to look for a midnight snack.Of course, refrigerators were built keeping all of this in mind. But that doesn’t mean they don’t need a bit of looking after. They also cost a pretty penny, and an only a little cleaning and maintenance is often the difference between making a refrigerator last for five years or fifteen.Take cleaning, for instance. People tend to clean the refri...