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Apr82025 by No Comments

Shorna Das joins Malaysia Airlines Berhad as Bangladesh Country Manager

Malaysia Airlines Berhad (AB Global Sales) has announced the appointment of Shorna Das as the new Country Manager for Bangladesh. This strategic move aims to bolster the airline’s presence and operations in the Bangladeshi market. Shorna is the first youngest woman in the aviation trade to become a country manager. Shorna Das brings a wealth of experience to her new position. She began her aviation career with Jet Airways India Limited in 2016 as an intern, eventually rising to the role of Assistant Manager – Marketing & E-commerce before leaving the company in 2019. After Jet Airways ceased operations in 2019, she joined GoFirst Airlines in 2020 as Assistant Manager – Sales & Marketing. In 2021, Shorna Das moved to Saimon Group, where she managed sales/marketing respon...

Apr72025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank Uddokta 101: 68 women entrepreneurs graduate from BRACU, DIU

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BRAC Bank, in collaboration with BRAC University and Daffodil International University, hosted the graduation ceremonies for 68 women from its entrepreneur accelerator programme, Uddokta 101. A total of 38 women from BRAC University and 30 from Daffodil International University successfully completed the programme, strengthening Bangladesh’s SME ecosystem. The BRAC University ceremony took place on February 20, 2025, followed by Daffodil International University on February 27, 2025. The accelerator programme comes against the backdrop of the rise of entrepreneurship in Bangladesh and especially an increasing number of women venturing into the business field. This one-of-kind intensive capacity building programme aimed to facilitate the promising entrepreneurs in honing their m...

Apr12025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank and PHP Group initiate strategic partnership

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BRAC Bank has made a strategic partnership with PHP Group to support business growth of this leading corporate conglomerate in Bangladesh with exclusive banking solutions. PHP Group, through this collaboration, will benefit from BRAC Bank’s broad distribution network and its advanced, customized Corporate and Institutional Banking solutions, positioning the group for enhanced business expansion. Md. Ali Hossain, Director of PHP Group; and Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Deputy Managing Director & Head of Corporate and Institutional Banking of BRAC Bank, signed the strategic agreement at PHP Group’s corporate office in Khulshi, Chattogram recently. Kayesh Chowdhury, Head of Regional Corporate of BRAC Bank, along with other senior officials of the two companies were also present at the ...

Mar292025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank customers to enjoy faster checkout at Unimart Priority Counter

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BRAC Bank has partnered with Unimart, the country’s leading premium supermarket chain, to offer priority checkout counter privileges. Through this partnership, all Premium Banking and Borenno debit cardholders, as well as Infinite, Signature, World credit card users, will enjoy a faster checkout experience at all six outlets in Dhaka and Sylhet, ensuring a faster and more convenient shopping experience. The agreement was formalised at a signing ceremony held at BRAC Bank’s Head Office with key representatives including Mahiul Islam, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Retail Banking; Indraneel Chattopadhyay, Chief Marketing Officer; and Mehruba Reza, Head of the Premium Banking Segment from BRAC Bank, alongside Gazi Mahfuzur Rahman, Chief Executive Officer; Shahin Mahmud, Chief Oper...

Mar282025 by No Comments

Disruptions in Mobile and Internet Networks Due to Sabotage in the Chittagong Hill Tracts

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Mobile network disruptions have been reported across several areas of the Chittagong Hill Tracts due to acts of sabotage. In the last three months, vandals have severed power supplies and cut fiber optic cables at numerous mobile towers belonging to Robi. As a result, nearly fifty towers have been shut down. Even security personnel have been abducted by criminal gangs. In response, tower company EDOTCO Bangladesh Limited is struggling to ensure the security of its towers. While law enforcement agencies and relevant institutions are addressing the issue, Robi officials have expressed concerns over the lack of significant progress. The mobile operator is particularly worried about revenue losses and its dwindling customer base. Meanwhile, local residents are facing severe distress due to the...

Mar272025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank uplifts banking convenience of Non-Resident Bangladeshis with technology-enabled solutions

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BRAC Bank continues to enhance financial accessibility and elevate banking convenience for Non-Resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) by introducing instant account opening through eKYC and two specialized products for their family members. The introduction of eKYC, Probashi Poribar, and TARA Probashi Poribar Savings Account reinforce BRAC Bank's dedication to serving NRBs and their families, recognizing their immense contributions to the Bangladesh economy. The advanced electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) platform allows expatriate Bangladeshis to open accounts instantly from abroad without the need to visit a branch. This seamless process will encourage wage earners to open bank accounts and remit through the banking channel. Once the account is opened, customers can download the Astha A...

Mar272025 by No Comments

BDTickets Offers 20 Lakh Eid Bus Tickets with No Extra Charges

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With Eid approaching, millions of people are preparing to return home to celebrate with their families. To ensure a hassle-free journey, leading online ticketing platform BDTickets has launched a special Eid offer, providing over 20 lakh bus tickets at no additional charge. This initiative aims to eliminate the usual struggles of securing tickets, such as long queues, ticket shortages, or black market pricing. Passengers can now conveniently book their tickets online from the comfort of their homes without paying any extra fees. Every year, the demand for bus tickets surges during Eid, often outstripping supply. As a result, tickets become scarce, and passengers face difficulties due to ticket scalping and long waits in extreme heat. To address these challenges, BDTickets has partnered wi...

Mar252025 by No Comments

Samsung joined OLED Fair at Rangs eMart

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Samsung recently joined an exclusive OLED fair organized by RANGS eMart, allowing customers to purchase their preferred OLED TVS to double the joy of the Eid celebration. The fair started on March 20 and will end on April 01, 2025. This announcement came today, March 25, 2025, at a press conference held at RANGS eMart Gulshan 2 store in the capital. At the press conference, high officials from Samsung Electronics Bangladesh, including Jung Min Jung, Managing Director; Shahriar Bin Lutfor, Director and Head of Business; and Md Shariful Islam, Deputy General Manager, Product Planning and officials from Rangs eMart including, Yeamin Sharif Chowdhury, Divisional Director; Md Rashedul Islam, Head of Business; Raihan Ahmed, Head of Product; and Golam Azam Khan, Head of Sales were present. ...

Mar232025 by No Comments

National Bank’s Nimtola Branch at the new address

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The relocated Nimtola Branch of National Bank was inaugurated at a new address. On 23 March 2025, Md. Meshkat-ul-Anwar Khan, SEVP & Regional Head, Dhaka (South) of the bank, was present as the chief guest at the opening ceremony. At the time, Md. Tariq Habib, VP & Manager of the Nimtala Branch, Branch personnel, renowned businesspersons of the community and local dignitaries were also present at the event. The guests expressed hope that the quality and scope of service to the customers will increase at the new address of National Bank’s Nimtola Branch.

Mar222025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank partners Truefitt & Hill to elevate Premium Banking experience

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BRAC Bank has partnered with Truefitt & Hill Bangladesh, the world’s oldest and most prestigious barbershop, to offer its Premium Banking Senior customers an exclusive grooming experience. As part of this partnership, senior customers of BRAC Bank’s Premium Banking segment will receive special welcome vouchers and upgraded services at Truefitt & Hill. The agreement was formalised at a signing ceremony attended by Syed Maheen Jubayed, Head of Premium Banking Business Acquisition, and Armeen Ahmed, Head of Premium Banking Proposition, from BRAC Bank, alongside Mahira Husain Khan, CEO of Truefitt & Hill Bangladesh.