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National Bank’s Success in Loan Recovery

An Agreement Signed Between AkijBashir Group and Eminence Electric Wires & Cables Ltd. under the Initiative of National Bank PLC. Recently, under the initiative of National Bank PLC, an agreement was signed between AkijBashir Group and Eminence Electric Wires & Cables Limited. As part of the agreement, AkijBashir Group will purchase the mortgaged machinery and land of National Bank PLC’s client, Eminence Electric Wires & Cables Limited. Through this acquisition, the bank’s outstanding loan will be reduced within the next two months. This transaction is expected to play a significant role in National Bank’s loan and cash management and will contribute positively to the bank’s overall operations. The agreement signing ceremony was attended by Mr. Areef Billah Adil Chowdhury, Ma...

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Regional Consultation on Regenerative Agriculture Kicks Off under SAARC Initiative

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The SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC) has inaugurated a three-day Regional Consultation Meeting titled “Promotion of Regenerative Agriculture in SAARC Member States” on Monday (August 4, 2025). The event being held virtually is set to conclude on Wednesday (August 6, 2025) with participants from SAARC member states, delegate from different agricultural research organization, agricultural universities and several international organizations.The opening session was graced by Ambassador Abdul Motaleb Sarker, Additional Foreign Secretary (SAARC and BIMSTEC), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh, as the Chief Guest. He highlighted the urgent need to promote regenerative agriculture in South Asia by restoring soil health, using digital tools, and developing practical strategies. He said that...

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Finance Division Rolls Out SABRE+ System to Boost Transparency and Oversight in Public Sector

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In a significant move to advance fiscal transparency and accountability, the Finance Division showcased the key features of the SABRE+ system—State-owned Enterprises and Autonomous Bodies Budget, Reporting, and Evaluation System—at a workshop held in Dhaka on Monday. “SABRE+ is more than just a digital tool; it represents a pivotal shift toward data-driven, transparent, and accountable governance across state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and autonomous bodies,” said Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, Adviser to the Ministry of Finance and Science & Technology, who graced the event as chief guest. Highlighting the importance of reliable data and internal controls, Dr. Ahmed added, “Good governance requires timely evaluation and strong oversight. SABRE+ gives us the tools to achieve that.” The workshop...

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BRAC Bank hosts workshop to train 100 women entrepreneurs in AI-driven business skills

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BRAC Bank organised a workshop for 100 women entrepreneurs, focused on applying artificial intelligence (AI) across key business areas, including product development, marketing, and digital branding.Held on 28 July 2025, the initiative was organised in collaboration with the Bangladesh Open Source Network (BdOSN) and powered by the Gates Foundation.The workshop titled “Digital Entrepreneurial Skill Development” covered practical applications of AI in business development, competitor analysis, marketing automation, visual content creation, and social media optimisation.The sessions were conducted by industry experts: Munir Hasan, President, and Mosharaf Hossain Tipu, Program Officer from BdOSN; Shah Paran, Co-founder, Opzo Technology; Asad Iqbal, Founder, Virtuanic Solutions; Em...

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Banglalink and bKash Partner for stronger Connections, reliable Data Connectivity and enterprise ICT Solution

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Banglalink, the country's leading digital operator, has entered into a strategic partnership with bKash, Bangladesh's largest mobile financial service provider, to enhance customer convenience through integrated digital services. The collaboration will enable users to access seamless SMS-based solutions, data services, and simplified payment options through bKash. The agreement was signed at Tiger's Den, Banglalink's headquarters in Gulshan, Dhaka recently. This collaboration unites Banglalink's expertise in delivering comprehensive digital services with bKash's market leadership in mobile financial services, driven by a shared vision to accelerate nationwide digital adoption. By combining their respective strengths, the two organizations aim to simplify digital access and promote greate...

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foodpanda expands healthcare support for delivery partners

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foodpanda Bangladesh, a leading online food and grocery delivery platform, in collaboration with Amar Doctor, a concern of MedAI, an AI-powered digital healthcare platform organised a free health camp recently aiming to promote health and well-being of the delivery partners through accessible medical support.The health camp was held at foodpanda’s Khilgaon hub and offered basic primary health screenings, including diabetes tests, blood pressure and pulse checks, body temperature and oxygen saturation measurements, BMI assessments, peak flow tests to evaluate lung function, and urine tests. Following the screenings, doctors provided on-the-spot consultations and prescriptions. MedAI also organized a fun quiz session for the participating riders, where top scorers received exclusive gift...

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Bata Bangladesh Reports Q2 and Half-Year 2025 Financial Results

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Bata Bangladesh today announced its financial results for the second quarter and half-year ending June 30, 2025. The company reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, responsible business conduct, and long-term value creation as it navigates a dynamic environment.The first half of 2025 presented a mix of strong commercial momentum and unforeseen operational challenges. The year began on a positive note, with the Eid season coinciding with the first quarter. Bata Bangladesh successfully leveraged this opportunity through an integrated marketing campaign and the introduction of a new product range that was well received by consumers. This strong demand, coupled with disciplined cost control, supported robust profitability in Q1.However, the second quarter was impacted by exceptional...

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Guardian holds workshops to equip employees for changing times and consistent service

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In line with its commitment to provide seamless digital insurance service, Guardian Life Insurance Limited (GLIL) has successfully organized a comprehensive B2B Workshop. The day-long workshop focused on equipping the employees with the skills needed to meet the demands of modern and efficient service delivery.The highly engaging workshop also explored innovative ways to address emerging challenges while ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery to clients in an ever-changing business landscape. The workshop took place on July 18, 2025, at the Ocean Paradise Hotel & Resort in Cox's Bazar.The Human Resources department organized the training session for 56 GLIL B2B members. It was facilitated by renowned corporate trainer Arshad Hasan, Director of Global Business (South...

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Salesforce Brings “MuleSoft Connect: AI” to Bangladesh to Help Enterprises Build Agent-Ready Foundations

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Salesforce, the #1 AI CRM*, successfully hosted the inaugural edition of Mulesoft Connect: AI in Dhaka, convening business and technology decision makers from leading enterprises, to explore how organizations in Bangladesh can accelerate digital transformation and build resilient, AI-ready foundations. As organizations work to modernize legacy systems, unify fragmented data, and embrace AI-driven innovation, the event spotlighted MuleSoft as the digital backbone for this transformation.MuleSoft’s unified platform, combining integration, end-to-end Application Programming Interface (API) lifecycle management, automation, and AI-powered orchestration, enables enterprises to simplify complexity, unlock operational efficiency, and accelerate business growth. It’s as relevant for the AI era...

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Servicing24 brings storage solutions for small and medium-sized businesses

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The importance of storage solutions is increasing day by day in line with the digital lifestyle. It is now associated with almost all types of IT services. The storage technology, however, remains relatively expensive; making its uses, maintenance and security quite challenging. Considering this, Servicing24, one of the leading technology service providers, has introduced cost-effective Network Attached Storage Solutions (NAS) for IT storage maintenance for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), content creators, video editors, media professionals, and graphic designers. The features of this solution from Servicing24 are that it will provide a secure and reliable storage system for storing videos, photos and heavy graphics content, provide local and cloud-based backup facilities — so ...