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BRAC Bank Secures EUR 60 Million EIB Facility to Accelerate Bangladesh’s Green Transition

BRAC Bank has secured a landmark EUR 60 million long-term financing facility from the European Investment Bank (EIB), marking the longest-tenor funding ever extended by a development finance institution to a commercial bank in Bangladesh. Arranged through BRAC Bank's Offshore Banking Unit, the 12-year facility will expand access to long-term green financing, enabling businesses to accelerate sustainable investments and strengthen Bangladesh's transition towards a greener economy. The financing will support businesses, particularly in the ready-made garment and textile sectors, to invest in circular economy initiatives, renewable energy, energy efficiency and sustainable waste management. As one of Bangladesh's largest export industries, the sector stands to benefit from increased acc...

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178 students graduate through Monash Pathways at UCBD Convocation 2026

Breaking News, Education

Universal College Bangladesh (UCBD), the exclusive partner of Monash College, celebrated the achievements of 178 graduates at its Annual Graduation Convocation on July 7, 2026 at Le Méridien Dhaka. The ceremony honored students who successfully completed the Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY) and the Monash College Diploma (MCD) programmes, marking a significant milestone in their academic journeys. The convocation was graced by Nicholas McLean, Acting High Commissioner at the Australian High Commission, as the Chief Guest. In his address, he congratulated the graduates on their achievements stating, “My warmest congratulations to the graduating class. Today, education services have become one of the key drivers of growth in trade between Australia and Bangladesh. As we look to en...

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Urge to Assign Registration Task to Healthcare Facilities- Speakers at Journalists’ Workshop

Breaking News, NGO News

Birth and death registration is essential to guarantee citizen rights such as education, healthcare, inheritance, and voting rights. Registration data is also crucial for national planning, good governance, and budget preparation. Currently, the birth and death registration rates in Bangladesh stand at 50% and 47%, respectively which is significantly lower than the global and regional averages. However, the government is committed to scaling up this rate to 100% by 2030. According to experts, amending the 'Birth and Death Registration Act, 2004' to legally mandate hospital authorities with registration responsibilities would fast-track the achievement of this target. Concurrently, it will accelerate Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Target 16.9, which aims to ensure legal identity for all...

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Uber Launches in Sylhet

Breaking News, Business

Uber, Bangladesh's leading ridesharing app, yesterday announced the launch of its services in Sylhet, marking another milestone in the company's continued expansion across the country. Starting today, residents and visitors can request rides through the Uber app, while drivers in the city will have access to flexible earning opportunities. The launch brings Uber's reliable, convenient, and affordable mobility solutions to one of Bangladesh's fastest-growing cities, making it easier for people to move around Sylhet while supporting local economic opportunity through flexible work. As one of Bangladesh's fastest-growing cities and a key hub for tourism, education, and commerce, Sylhet continues to see growing demand for dependable transportation. Uber's launch in the city will help mak...

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BRAC Enterprises inaugurates Greenpak factory

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Enterprises has inaugurated its Greenpak factory in the Tongi Industrial Area of Gazipur, marking a significant step towards advancing environmentally friendly and sustainable packaging solutions in Bangladesh. The facility has the capacity to produce 300–350 metric tonnes of eco-friendly, biodegradable packaging annually. Unlike conventional plastic, the biodegradable products manufactured at the factory naturally decompose within six months. The Greenpak factory was formally inaugurated on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, by Tamara Hasan Abed, Managing Director of BRAC Enterprises. Speaking at the inauguration, Tamara Hasan Abed said, "At BRAC Enterprises, we believe business is not only a driver of economic growth but also a powerful force for positive social and environmental change. G...

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UAP and DPDT Sign MoU to Boost Research, Innovation and IP Protection

Breaking News, Education

University of Asia Pacific (UAP) and the Department of Patents, Industrial Designs and Trademarks (DPDT), Ministry of Industries, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, at the Vice Chancellor's Conference Room of UAP to strengthen intellectual property (IP) protection, promote innovation, and support patent registration for researchers. The signing was followed by a program and training session, where the establishment of a Technology and Innovation Support Centre (TISC) at UAP was also discussed to enhance innovation support and facilitate access to patent information and technology resources. Speaking at the program, Md. Jahangir Hossain, Director General, DPDT, Ministry of Industries, said DPDT is interested in establishing a support office at UAP to prov...

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Department of Agricultural Extension Declared Tobacco-Free to Protect Public Health

Breaking News, NGO News

To protect public health and safeguard non-smokers from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke, the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) has officially declared all of its premises as 100% smoke and tobacco-free in line with the national directive. The declaration was made on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, during a discussion meeting titled “Declaration of the Department of Agricultural Extension as a 100% Smoke and Tobacco-Free Institution” held at the conference room of the Department of Agricultural Extension. The declaration was announced by Dr. Md. Hazrat Ali, Director (Horticulture Wing) of the Department. Addressing the event as the chief guest, Dr. Hazrat Ali said that the harmful effects of smoking are not limited to smokers alone; non-smokers are equally vulnerable to the da...

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Early Exposure to Sports, Education, and Mentorship Key to Building Confidence, Study Finds

Breaking News, Business

A new multinational study from MetLife reveals a striking “confidence gap”: while most adults describe themselves as resilient, their confidence drops by 72% when faced with real-life setbacks. The Confident Pathways Report, conducted across the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, and Mexico, was designed to better understand how confidence is built and sustained throughout life. The findings underscore the role of opportunity, preparedness, and support in building confidence, factors that help people navigate uncertainty, recover from setbacks, and pursue their goals. Commenting on the report, Ala Ahmad, Chief Executive Officer, MetLife Bangladesh, said: “As the world comes together during the ongoing Football World Cup, it is a powerful reminder of how important sports are in sha...

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Banglalink Partners with Winrock International to Empower Survivors of Human Trafficking

Breaking News, Business

Banglalink, the country's leading digital operator, has partnered with US-based nonprofit Winrock International through the Ashshash project, which is supported by the Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh, to create sustainable livelihood opportunities for survivors of human trafficking through the Banglalink Power application. The partnership will enable participants to use the platform to offer digital recharge and related services while promoting the safe and responsible use of digital tools. To formalize the initiative, Banglalink and Winrock International recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Tiger's Den, Banglalink's headquarters in Dhaka. The MoU was signed by Muhammad Mehedi Hasan, Sales and Distribution Director of Banglalink, and Dipta Rakshit, Country Repr...

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BRAC Bank recognises 25 most impactful institutions in Bangladesh on its silver jubilee

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has marked its 25th anniversary with a landmark initiative to recognise the 25 Most Impactful Institutions in Bangladesh - celebrating institutions whose contributions have transformed lives, strengthened communities, and advanced socioeconomic progress. Widely regarded as a first-of-its-kind corporate recognition initiative in Bangladesh, the programme honours institutions that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to public welfare, and national development. The recognition forms part of BRAC Bank’s silver jubilee celebrations and reflects the bank's enduring commitment to the values of service, integrity, inclusion, and positive social impact championed by its founder, Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. The honoured institutions have made outstanding contributions across health...