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Jul282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Bangladesh Retired Government Employees Welfare Association Calls for Stronger Tobacco Control Through Swift Formulation of Rules Under the Amended Tobacco Control Act 2026

The Bangladesh Retired Government Employees Welfare Association has called for the prompt formulation of the Rules under the Amended Tobacco Control Act 2026 and for stronger tobacco control measures to protect public health. The Association also urged the government to protect young people from the harmful effects of e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches. The demand was made at a discussion meeting titled "Protecting Public Health from the Harmful Effects of Tobacco: The Way Forward" jointly organized by the Bangladesh Retired Government Employees Welfare Association and the Development Organisation of the Rural Poor-DORP at Obosor Bhaban in the capital on Tuesday (28 July 2026). Speaking at the meeting, Md. Ismail Hossain, Administrator of the Bangladesh Retired Government Employees We...

Jul282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Guardian reports disciplined cost management, higher claim settlements

Breaking News, Business

Guardian Life Insurance Limited has continued to translate operational efficiency into greater customer value by maintaining disciplined management expenses alongside robust growth in claim settlements. According to data submitted to the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA), Guardian recorded the highest savings against the regulator's allowable management expense among all insurance companies during the first quarter of 2026. Against an approved management expense limit of Tk 63.67 crore, the company incurred management expenses of Tk 50.01 crore, resulting in optimization of Tk 13.66 crore. Guardian has consistently maintained prudent expense management. In 2025, the company's allowable management expense stood at Tk 226.36 crore, while actual expenditure was Tk 192.3...

Jul282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Energy-Efficient Lighting Brand Hega Launches in Bangladesh

Breaking News, Feature

Chinese smart lighting brand Hega has officially commenced operations in Bangladesh, introducing a range of energy-efficient and automated lighting solutions to the local market. The company announced its business launch at an event held in Dhaka, attended by representatives from business organizations, technology professionals, business partners, and members of the media. The company announced the development in a press release issued on Monday (27 July). According to the press release, Hega's automatic sensor lights are equipped with motion sensing and ambient light detection technologies, enabling the lights to switch on and off automatically based on human presence and surrounding light conditions. The company claims that the technology can reduce electricity consumption by up to 80...

Jul282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BRAC Bank targets USD 9 billion trade volume in 2026

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has set a target of facilitating USD 9 billion in international trade volume in 2026 after recording a historic USD 7.3 billion in 2025, reinforcing its ambition to become Bangladesh's largest trade bank. The bank has carried its growth momentum into 2026, facilitating USD 4.52 billion in trade transactions during the first six months of the year. A key milestone came when trade volume crossed USD 1 billion in a single month, underscoring the bank's expanding role in supporting Bangladesh's international commerce. The latest performance builds on a sustained growth trajectory. BRAC Bank's trade volume has more than doubled over the past five years, increasing from USD 2.8 billion in 2021 to USD 3.6 billion in 2022, USD 4.3 billion in 2023 and USD 5.6 billion in 2024 before ...

Jul282026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

REDMI 17 Set to Debut with a Massive 7,500mAh Battery and Up to 2.32 Days of Battery Life

Breaking News, Technology

Xiaomi Bangladesh is preparing to introduce the REDMI 17, its upcoming smartphone featuring a massive 7,500mAh battery, with an official launch scheduled for August 2026. Designed to redefine battery endurance and durability in the mid-range segment, the REDMI 17 combines a massive 7,500mAh battery, 45W Turbo Charging, Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, and a host of user-centric features to deliver a reliable smartphone experience. As smartphones have become essential for work, entertainment, communication, and content creation, battery anxiety remains one of the biggest concerns for users. The REDMI 17 addresses this challenge by delivering up to 2.32 days of typical battery life on a single charge, allowing users to stay connected longer without constantly searching for a charger. Complementin...

Jul272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Euromoney Recognizes IDLC Investments for Excellence in Capital Markets and Islamic Finance

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IDLC Investments Limited has received three recognitions across two Euromoney award programs in 2026. At the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, the institution has been named Bangladesh’s Best Equity Capital Markets (ECM) House, and Best Debt Capital Markets (DCM) House; while the BDT 1.88 billion Green Islamic Syndicated Financing arranged for Akij Bakers Limited was recognized as the Bangladesh’s Best Islamic Project Finance Deal at the Euromoney Islamic Finance Awards 2026. The three recognitions reaffirm IDLC Investments’ position as one of Bangladesh’s leading capital market institutions, reflecting its integrated capabilities across equity capital markets, debt capital markets, structured finance, syndication, advisory, underwriting and trustee services. In equity capital ma...

Jul272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

“Silent Expressions”: Fareena Samhee’s debut solo exhibition opens August 1

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The first-ever solo exhibition of artist Fareena Samhee Nethee, titled 'Silent Expressions', is going to be held at Batighar Art Space in the Asiatic Centre, Banani. Organized by Mongol Deep Foundation, a platform driving social development through art and culture, the exhibition will be inaugurated at 4pm on August 1. Rubaba Dowla, the Country Managing Director for Oracle Bangladesh, Nepal, and Bhutan, will attend the inauguration as chief guest. Veteran actor and painter Afzal Hossain and Md Muniruzzaman, the Executive Director of Gallery Chitrak, will attend the event as special guests. Supported by Vertex Chambers and SAJIDA Foundation, the exhibition will feature a selection of Fareena's original acrylic paintings. The title, 'Silent Expressions', reflects Fareena's belief that pai...

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Titan Battery of realme C100i Steals the Spotlight

Breaking News, Technology

Today, smartphone usage goes far beyond calls and social media. From managing office work and attending online classes to streaming videos, gaming, taking photos, and making digital transactions, our reliance on smartphones continues to grow. Naturally, fast-draining batteries have become a major concern for users, driving the demand for long-lasting power higher than ever before. To meet this demand, smartphone manufacturers are focusing on both higher capacity and technological innovation, bringing the Titan Battery into the spotlight. Featuring a silicon-carbon anode instead of traditional graphite, this technology allows for higher energy density within the same compact space. This enables extended battery performance while keeping the smartphone slim, while intelligent power manageme...

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Bangladeshi Artist Sayma Sadia Wins Gold Prize at the 25th World Beauty Art & Design International Contest in Seoul

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Bangladesh has added another international achievement to its growing list of creative successes as Sayma Sadia won the Gold Prize at the 25th World Beauty Art & Design International Contest, held in Seoul, South Korea. Organized by the World Beauty Art Association , the prestigious annual competition brings together talented beauty artists, educators, and professionals from around the world to showcase excellence in makeup, beauty, and artistic design. According to the officials during the award ceremony, Sayma Sadia received the Gold Prize in the Makeup – General Category , recognizing her outstanding artistic skill, creativity, and technical excellence. Sayma is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Beauty Design at Woosong University, South Korea. She described the awa...

Jul272026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Extended BEAR Summit 2026 held at UIU

Breaking News, Education

United International University (UIU), with the support of the IEEE UIU Student Branch, successfully organized the Extended BEAR Summit 2026 on 24 July 2026 at the UIU campus as a precursor to the National Semiconductor Symposium and BEAR Summit 2026. The event provided UIU students with a unique opportunity to interact with globally renowned researchers, academicians, industry leaders, and innovators in biotechnology, electronics, artificial intelligence, robotics, and semiconductor technologies. The summit served as a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation, strengthening connections between Bangladesh's academic community and leading international technology experts. Delivering the inaugural address, Prof. Muhammad Mustafa Hussain, Professor at Purdue U...