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Oct112026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Gold Kinen wins fintech innovation award

Breaking News, Business

The gold-saving platform also receives an honourable mention for financial inclusion at the Bangladesh Fintech Awards 2026Gold Kinen Technologies Limited has won the Fintech Innovation of the Year award in the Tech category at the 4th Bangladesh Fintech Awards 2026, recognising its technology-driven approach to gold saving and financial inclusion.The company also received an honourable mention in the Financial Inclusion category for its innovation, “Making Gold Accessible: A New Path to Financial Inclusion.”The awards were received by the company’s three co-founders — Kamran Sunjoy Rahman, chief executive officer; Rafatul Bari Labib, chief commercial officer; and Atef Hasan Isa, chief financial officer.This is the second consecutive year Gold Kinen has been recognised at th...

Oct112026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

SPF Is More Than Just a Number

Breaking News, Feature

Before heading out in the morning, skincare has become an important part of many people’s everyday routine. Along with face wash, toner, moisturizer and serum, sunscreen has also become a regular part of daily skincare. However, when choosing a sunscreen, one of the first things that catches our attention is its SPF (Sun Protection Factor) number.There are many questions about what level of SPF should be used and why it matters. But before choosing a number, it is important to understand what SPF actually means.Simply put, SPF is a measure of the protection a sunscreen provides against UVB rays from the sun, which are primarily responsible for sunburn. UVA rays, on the other hand, penetrate deeper into the skin and are associated with premature skin ageing and long-term skin damage...

Oct112026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

IDLC Capital Market Conclave calls for greater corporate participation in the capital market

Breaking News, Business

IDLC Investments Limited, a subsidiary of IDLC Finance PLC, recently organized a discussion titled IDLC Capital Market Conclave 2026. Held on Saturday (October 10) at the Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel, the event brought together industry experts to discuss the future of Bangladesh’s capital market and the development of a sustainable financial system.The event was attended by prominent policymakers, regulators, senior officials from banks and various corporate institutions, economists and capital market representatives. Discussions focused on measures to expand Bangladesh’s capital market and establish a more advanced and balanced financial system. Discussants emphasized the importance of increasing the participation of large institutions and reputable brands with strong financial fo...

Oct102026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Winners of BRAC Bank-Samakal Literary Award 2024-2025 announced

Breaking News, Literature

BRAC Bank and Daily Samakal have long been honouring writers and litterateurs with the aim of promoting Bangla literature and inspiring writers.The awards were announced at a ceremony at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka on October 9, 2026.Eminent writer Prof Serajul Islam Choudhury and novelist Selina Hossain were honoured with ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ for the year 2024 and 2025 respectively. BRAC Bank and Daily Samakal introduced the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ to recognise a veteran author who contributed significantly to Bangla literature.At the ‘BRAC Bank–Daily Samakal Literary Award 2024’, Abul Ahsan Choudhury won in the essay, autobiography, travel and translation category for his book “Vidyasagar, Bankimchandra, Rabindranath and Musolman Samaj”; Anwara Syed ...

Oct102026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

6th Bangladesh Fintech Summit Explores the Next Phase of Digital Finance in Bangladesh

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The day-long Mastercard Presents 6th Bangladesh Fintech Summit Powered by Dhaka Bank PLC & in Association with Upay was held today at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel, Dhaka, convening banking and fintech leaders, C-Suite executives, investors, regulators, technology experts, startup founders, and academicians from across the country and beyond. Initiated by Bangladesh Fintech Forum and organised by Bangladesh Brand Forum, the summit examined the priorities shaping the next phase of Bangladesh’s digital financial transformation.The Bangladesh Fintech Summit seeks to strengthen the country’s financial technology ecosystem through knowledge exchange, industry collaboration, and policy dialogue. This year’s discussions focused on moving from digital adoption towards dependable fina...

Oct102026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

‘All-Round Durable Champion’ realme C100 Launched

Breaking News, Technology

realme, the youth-favorite smartphone brand, has officially launched its much-anticipated C-series smartphone, the ‘all-round durable champion’ realme C100, in Bangladesh. The device revolutionizes battery backup and performance in its segment, combining long-lasting power, enhanced durability, water resistance, and smooth performance to keep up with users’ all-round needs. The realme C100 comes with a massive 8,000mAh Titan Battery with 45W fast charging capability, 10W reverse charging, and a 7-year battery health promise. The device is also equipped with AI-Powered optimization for longer battery life. In addition, the device can keep going through heavy usage. As per realme’s lab tests, on a single full charge, the C100 is able to go 1.7 days with 11+ hours of online gaming (Free Fire...

Oct92026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Daraz 10.10 Shopping Fest Launches with Massive Discounts

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Daraz Bangladesh is set to launch its 10.10 Shopping Fest, one of the biggest online shopping campaigns of the year, running from 8 PM on 9 October until 19 October 2026. The campaign brings together a compelling lineup of offers including Prepayment Vouchers with up to 12% discount, Brand Rush Hour sessions with exclusive brand discounts, Flash Sales up to 80% off, Hot Deals up to 75% off, and site-wide delivery discounts, making it one of the most savings-packed campaigns in the platform.The 10.10 Shopping Fest is designed to reward customers with unbeatable value across electronics, fashion, FMCG, home appliances, health and beauty, and lifestyle categories. Shoppers can take advantage of Mega Deals at rock-bottom prices, Flash Sales offering up to 80% off, and Hot Deals with up to ...

Oct92026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Uber Organizes Community Road Safety Programme Ahead of National Road Safety Day

Breaking News, Business

Uber, Bangladesh's leading ridesharing app, organized a community road safety awareness programme in Keraniganj, Dhaka, ahead of National Road Safety Day on October 22.As part of the programme, Uber distributed motorcycle safety gear, including helmets, riding gloves and reflective vests, to Uber Bike driver partners. Driver partners, community representatives and local leaders also took part in the event.The event marked the “Ride Safe. Arrive Safe”, Uber's three-month road safety campaign running from October to December. The campaign will focus on preventive safety practices and driver partner well-being, building on Uber's ongoing road safety efforts in Bangladesh.Commenting on the initiative, Gayeshwar Chandra Roy, MP, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, sai...

Oct92026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

ILLIYEEN Launches Autumn-Winter 2026 Collection

Breaking News, Feature

ILLIYEEN, The High-End Retailer, has recently unveiled its Autumn-Winter 2026 (AW26) collection, now available both online and at outlets across Bangladesh.The collection takes inspiration from autumn’s soft light, muted earth tones, and changing temperatures. The collection encompasses an extensive range across menswear, womenswear, kidswear, footwear, fragrance and accessories, with every design curated to capture the evolving moods of autumn.The range balances pattern and structured tailoring, effortlessly moving between casual, semi-formal, and relaxed settings. Built on material intelligence and precise craftsmanship, the menswear lineup includes signature Thobes, panjabis, polo shirts, denim and more. Meanwhile, the womenswear collection features co-ord’s, tops and dresses, s...

Oct82026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank, Arogga partner to offer exclusive healthcare benefits to cardholders

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BRAC Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Arogga Limited to offer exclusive healthcare benefits to its debit and credit cardholders.Arogga Limited is a healthtech startup and online pharmacy based in Dhaka.Under the partnership, BRAC Bank debit and credit cardholders will enjoy a 7.5% discount on the total cart value on purchases made through the Arogga platform. The discount will be available in addition to any ongoing discounts offered on the platform at the time of purchase.Cardholders will also receive an additional 10% discount on laboratory tests through Arogga. Combined with the platform’s existing discounts, customers can avail themselves of total discounts of up to 30% on laboratory tests.Senior officials from both organisations signed the agree...