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Guardian and Agriventure Join Forces to Protect Farmers’ Futures

Guardian and Agriventure Join Forces to Protect Farmers’ Futures

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In a groundbreaking collaboration, Guardian Life Insurance Limited has partnered with Agriventure Limited, an Agrifintech startup, to launch Credit Shield Insurance for the agricultural sector. This partnership aims to protect farmers by providing insurance coverage for those financed by Agriventure. In times of unforeseen hardship, this initiative will ensure that farmers are not burdened by outstanding loans, providing them with much-needed financial security. The partnership is a significant step towards creating a more resilient and inclusive agricultural ecosystem by merging technology, finance, and empathy for the country’s farmers—who play a crucial role in sustaining the nation's food supply. Sheikh Rakibul Karim, speaking on behalf of Guardian, emphasized, "At Guardian, we belie...
National Bank Holds Inspiring “Managers Meet” with Branch Leaders of Barishal Region

National Bank Holds Inspiring “Managers Meet” with Branch Leaders of Barishal Region

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On 27 October 2025 National Bank PLC successfully hosted a purpose-driven “Managers Meet” in Barishal, bringing together 23 branch managers from across the region for a day of inspiration, strategy, and shared vision. The event served as a powerful platform to review performance, exchange operational insights, and shape the roadmap for sustainable growth, innovation, and service excellence. The session was graced by Mr. Adil Chowdhury, Managing Director, as the Chief Guest, along with Mr. Md. Meshkat-ul-Anwar Khan, Deputy Managing Director (In-Charge), senior officials, the Barishal Regional Manager, and all participating branch managers. During the session, participants identified five strategic priorities to accelerate the bank’s growth and strengthen its leadership position: ...
National Bank’s “Managers Meet” Inspires 19 Branch Leaders of Cumilla Region

National Bank’s “Managers Meet” Inspires 19 Branch Leaders of Cumilla Region

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National Bank PLC organized an inspiring and results-oriented “Managers Meet” with 19 branch managers from the Cumilla region on 23 October 2025, focusing on performance review, operational excellence, and strategic direction for sustainable growth. The daylong session created a dynamic platform for open dialogue, teamwork, and forward-thinking strategies aimed at strengthening regional operations and driving overall business momentum for National Bank. Mr. Adil Chowdhury, Managing Director of National Bank PLC, graced the event as Chief Guest. Also in attendance were Mr. Md. Mizanur Rahman, SVP, Corporate & Regulatory Affairs Unit; Mr. Mohammad Towhidul Karim, SVP & Regional Manager, Chattogram; and Mr. Md. Iskander Ali Fakir, VP & Regional Manager, Cumilla, along with senio...
Abdul Awal Mintoo Awarded 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer (TAP) by the World Food Prize Foundation

Abdul Awal Mintoo Awarded 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer (TAP) by the World Food Prize Foundation

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The World Food Prize Foundation has honored Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo, Founder of Lal Teer Seed Ltd, Lal Teer Livestock Development (BD) Ltd, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of National Bank PLC, with the 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer (TAP) award. This global recognition celebrates his extraordinary contributions to transforming food systems, empowering farmers, and strengthening global food security. Both Lal Teer companies are concerns of Multimode Group, founded by Mr. Mintoo in 1981. The World Food Prize Foundation, headquartered in Iowa, USA, recognizes individuals who have made remarkable achievements in improving food quality, quantity, and accessibility. The Foundation’s Council of Advisors—comprising former Heads of State, Ministers, and leaders in agricultural science and policy...
Credence Data Trains Leading Banks on Next-Gen Risk Intelligence Tools

Credence Data Trains Leading Banks on Next-Gen Risk Intelligence Tools

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Credence Data (www.credencedata.com), a Hong Kong-based fintech and leading trade-risk intelligence platform, has recently conducted an advanced training program on risk management and counterparty due diligence for major banks in Bangladesh. Participating institutions included City Bank PLC, Bank Asia PLC, The Premier Bank PLC, and Modhumoti Bank PLC. The training demonstrated how banks can move beyond static PDF reports by leveraging Credence’s fully digital platform, purpose-built for cross-border trade finance. Powered by verified intelligence and real shipment data, the platform enables faster and more reliable decision-making across banking networks. A central highlight of the session was Insight Lens, Credence’s proprietary AI-enabled assistant that analyses only authenticated da...
Huawei Wins Three Awards in the All-Optical Network Field at Network X 2025

Huawei Wins Three Awards in the All-Optical Network Field at Network X 2025

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Huawei has won three prestigious awards at Network X 2025, a global telecom and network technology event held in Paris. The event recognized outstanding achievements and innovations in the international telecommunications sector. According to a press release issued by Huawei Bangladesh on Thursday, the company received the awards for Most Innovative Optical Transport Use Case, Best Network AI Solution for Fibre Networks, and Outstanding Green Fibre. These accolades reflect Huawei’s strong technological capabilities, continuous innovation, and leadership in the field of all-optical networks. Huawei continues to drive innovation in optical transmission through breakthroughs in ultra-high-speed technologies such as 400G/800G, B1T transmission, C+L-band ultra-wide spectrum, and end-to-end OX...
foodpanda Organizes ‘Movie Night’ for Delivery Partners

foodpanda Organizes ‘Movie Night’ for Delivery Partners

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foodpanda, the country’s leading online food and grocery delivery platform, recently organized a special screening titled ‘Panda Rider Movie Night’ at Star Cineplex, SKS Tower in Dhaka. Over 200 delivery partners from different city zones were selected based on their performance to attend the exclusive event. According to foodpanda, the initiative was part of its panda hearts program, which focuses on ensuring the safety, wellbeing, personal development, and community engagement of its delivery partners. The event aimed to appreciate the contributions of riders who play a crucial role in maintaining efficient delivery operations and customer satisfaction across Bangladesh. The evening offered delivery partners a well-deserved break and an opportunity to socialize and celebrate their achi...
PMO Convergence 2025 highlights PMOs as engines of national transformation

PMO Convergence 2025 highlights PMOs as engines of national transformation

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The PMO Convergence 2025, hosted by PMaspire Global Group in collaboration with PMO Global Institute Inc, brought together more than 120 PMO leaders, executives, and innovators from over 80 organizations to explore how Project Management Offices (PMOs) are shaping economic growth, governance excellence, and nation-building in the new era of intelligence. The event, themed “PMO as a Nation Builder,” showcased how PMOs have evolved from administrative units into strategic engines of transformation. Through keynote speeches, expert panels, and community networking, the conference emphasized how leadership, intelligence, and purpose must converge to drive national development. In his visionary keynote, Dr Abdulla, founder and CEO of PMaspire Group and PMO Global Institute Inc, delivered an i...
BIDA invites Korean investors to explore Bangladesh’s untapped potential

BIDA invites Korean investors to explore Bangladesh’s untapped potential

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The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has called on Korean investors to capitalize on Bangladesh’s dynamic investment landscape, highlighting the country’s competitive advantages and ongoing reforms to facilitate foreign direct investment (FDI). At an investment seminar titled “Gateway to Growth: Invest in Bangladesh”, held at the Pullman Ambassador Seoul Eastpole Hotel on 21 October 2025, a high-level delegation led by Mr. Ashik Chowdhury, Executive Chairman (State Minister) of BIDA, engaged with over 150 Korean business leaders, industry representatives, and development partners to showcase strategic investment opportunities in Bangladesh. Organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Bangladesh in the Republic of Korea and the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI), a...
CEMS-Global to Host 30th Build Series, 27th Power Series, and 7th Water Expo at ICCB

CEMS-Global to Host 30th Build Series, 27th Power Series, and 7th Water Expo at ICCB

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CEMS-Global USA and CEMS Bangladesh have announced a major series of international trade exhibitions focusing on the construction, energy, and water sectors. The events will take place from November 13 to 15, 2025, at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka, remaining open daily from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Three Decades of the Build SeriesThe exhibitions will feature the 30th Build Bangladesh International Expo 2025 and the 24th Real Estate Expo 2025, marking the 30-year milestone of the Build Series. Over the past three decades, it has grown into Bangladesh’s largest and longest-running construction expo, showcasing building materials, modern housing solutions, construction technologies, and interior innovations.With the construction sector contributing more than eigh...