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Shimanto Bank Inks MoU with Dhaka South City Corporation

Shimanto Bank PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) at the Nagar Bhaban recently. Under this MoU, residents and business owners under the Dhaka South City Corporation will be able to conveniently pay their holding taxes, trade license fees, and other municipal charges through Shimanto Bank PLC.Mr. Md. Nurul Azim, Managing Director & CEO, Shimanto Bank PLC and Mr. Md. Khaybar Rahman, Chief Executive Officer, Dhaka South City Corporation, signed the MoU on behalf of their respective organizations in presence of Valiant freedom fighter Mr. Md. Abdus Salam, Administrator, Dhaka South City Corporation. Mr. Md. Sahidul Islam, Head of Business, Shimanto Bank PLC, Mr. Jonayed Kabir Sohag, Chief Revenue Officer, Dhaka South City Corporat...

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Bangladesh Travel Mart 2026 begins Thursday in Dhaka

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The three-day Bangladesh Travel Mart (BTM) 2026, a new international travel trade platform aimed at connecting Bangladesh's tourism industry with global markets, will begin at InterContinental Dhaka on Thursday, September 3. The Bangladesh Outbound Tour Operators Association (BOTOA) announced the details of the event at a press conference held at InterContinental Dhaka on Monday. BOTOA President Syed Golam Mohammad, General Secretary Md Shariful Islam Sharif, Travel Mart Chief Coordinator Mohsin Iqbal and other officials briefed journalists on the preparations, objectives and key features of the event. Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M. Rashiduzzaman Millat, MP, is scheduled to inaugurate the travel mart as the chief guest.The organisers told the press conference that preparatio...

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BRAC Bank launches CORPnet Mobile App

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BRAC Bank has launched the CORPnet Mobile App, a powerful and secure mobile banking solution built specifically for corporate and business customers. The app enables authorised signatories to approve transactions 24/7, monitor accounts and access critical financial information on the go.The app enables bulk approval of multiple transactions, making the process more efficient for businesses managing high transaction volumes. Real-time access to account balances and transaction details provides immediate visibility into financial activities, while push notifications alert users to important transaction events requiring their attention.Corporate users can also access Management Information System (MIS) reports through the app, helping them maintain oversight of banking activities and ...

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U.S. Ambassador Highlights American Engineering and Bangladesh’s Railway

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U.S. Ambassador Brent T. Christensen visited Bangladesh Railway's Central Locomotive Workshop in Parbatipur, where Bangladeshi technicians maintain American-made locomotives supporting passenger and freight transportation across the country. Ambassador Christensen toured the workshop, viewed a locomotive manufactured by U.S. company Progress Rail, and met the Bangladeshi railway professionals who maintain the locomotives. He then traveled by train to Saidpur, spoke with passengers, and visited the historic Saidpur Railway Workshop and Museum. Bangladesh Railway's purchase of 40 Progress Rail locomotives demonstrates how U.S. exports and technology can support Bangladesh's infrastructure and development priorities. The visit highlighted the practical and enduring value of expanded trade ...

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Praxix Academy launches smart digital learning platform

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Praxix Academy, a next-generation digital learning platform, has officially launched in Bangladesh, aiming to make exam preparation more efficient, technology-driven and data-informed.The platform combines digital learning materials, practice tools, artificial intelligence (AI), assessments and performance analytics to help students understand their strengths, weaknesses and overall level of preparation.One of its key features is Praxix AI, a specialised AI-based tool designed to provide answers and explanations for Creative Questions (CQ) based on the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB) curriculum.Praxix Academy offers an E-Library, Practice, Custom Exams, Praxix AI, Live Exams, Question Bank, Progress Reports and Leaderboards.The E-Library allows students to acc...

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TECNO CAMON Slim 5G Debuts First in Bangladesh Alongside CAMON Air

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AI-driven global innovative technology brand TECNO has launched the CAMON Slim 5G for the first time globally in Bangladesh, marking the global debut of the latest addition to its popular CAMON series. Alongside the CAMON Slim 5G, TECNO has also introduced the CAMON Air in Bangladesh, bringing consumers two ultra-slim smartphones that combine distinctive design with advanced imaging, AI-powered experiences, durability, and powerful performance.Built around the idea of “Slim, Strong, Unstoppable,” the CAMON Slim 5G combines an ultra-slim 6.39mm body with a lightweight 190g design. Despite its slim profile, the device is built for durability with IP68, IP69 and IP69K protection, while housing a large 6000mAh battery with 45W Super Charge.The TECNO CAMON Slim 5G features a 6.78-inch 1...

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“Reducing the Burden of Non-Communicable Diseases Is Not Possible Without Tobacco Control” — Health Minister

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Approximately 71 percent of all deaths in Bangladesh are caused by non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and tobacco use is one of the major risk factors for these diseases. Therefore, tobacco control must be accorded the highest priority in addressing the burden of NCDs in Bangladesh, said Minister for Health and Family Welfare Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain.He said, “Prevention of non-communicable diseases is not possible without effective tobacco control. Effective measures must be taken to reduce tobacco use in order to protect public health and safeguard the younger generation from nicotine addiction.”The Minister made these remarks as the Chief Guest at a seminar titled “Actions to Control Non-Communicable Diseases and Protect Future Generations from the Harmful Effects of Tobacco a...

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‘Cosmetica Dhaka 2026’ to Begin September 3 with Participation from 16 Countries

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The second edition of ‘Cosmetica Dhaka 2026’ is set to begin on September 3 at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Kuril, Dhaka, aiming to showcase the growing potential of Bangladesh’s rapidly expanding cosmetics, personal care, and hygiene products market to local and international investors and entrepreneurs. The three-day event will continue from September 3 to 5.Alongside Bangladesh, renowned cosmetics brands, manufacturers, suppliers, retailers, and health and beauty experts from 16 countries, including South Korea, Thailand, and India, will participate in the exhibition. The three-day event will feature more than a hundred product stalls, live demonstrations, beauty consultations, discussions with skincare experts, and networking opportunities for entrepreneu...

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OPPO Onboards 15 Campus Ambassadors to Empower Young Changemakers

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OPPO has onboarded 15 talented university students from leading universities across Bangladesh as Campus Ambassadors, strengthening its commitment to empowering young people to explore, create, connect and express themselves through technology and creativity. The OPPO Campus Ambassador Program is designed to provide university students with a platform to develop their creativity, communication, leadership and community-building skills while representing a global technology brand within their campuses. As the face and voice of OPPO in their respective universities, the ambassadors will connect with fellow students, create engaging content, build conversations and inspire others to experience the OPPO lifestyle. “OPPO believes that young people have the creativity, confidence and potential...

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REDMI Note 17 Series Is Coming

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Global technology giant and Bangladesh's No. 1 handset brand Xiaomi is all set to unveil the highly anticipated REDMI Note 17 Series in Bangladesh this September, bringing three powerful new smartphones to users, the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G, REDMI Note 17 Pro 5G, and REDMI Note 17. Built to push the boundaries of everyday smartphone experiences, the new lineup combines massive battery capacity, powerful performance, flagship-level durability, and AI-powered imaging to make every day more exciting and effortless. Leading the lineup, the REDMI Note 17 Pro Max 5G is set to redefine what users can expect from the REDMI Note experience. Its massive 10,000mAh Silicon-Carbon Battery paired with 100W HyperCharge is designed to keep users powered through long days of streaming, gaming, content cr...