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Jan212025 by No Comments

Brand Practitioners Bangladesh Hosts Building Materials Marketing Fest 3.0

Akij Ceramics presents Building Materials Marketing Fest3.0 powered by BSRM & SSG in association with Akij Cement and initiative of Brand Practitioners Bangladesh, came to a close with huge success at the Grand Ballroom of Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel on January 18, 2025. This marquee event brought together thinkers, marketing professionals, and industry experts to take up critical challenges and explore innovative strategies for Bangladesh's construction and building materials sector. The program was marked with interactive sessions aimed at infusing innovation, collaboration for sustainable growth in the industry, under the central theme "Strengthening Bangladesh Together." Every session had proactive insights from well-known speakers on a wide array of aspects such as marketplac...

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Puts products on display, interacts with students to share industry insights

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Energypac Power Generation PLC has recently participated in the DUET Expo and Job Fair 2025 to showcase their product portfolio and share industry trends with the students. The expo, organized by Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET) located in Gazipur. The event turned out to be a good occasion for gaining industry insights from market leaders while the companies got the opportunity to exhibit their products, creating a bridge between the talented graduates and the industry leaders. Momirul Islam Rony, AGM, Mohammad Masum Parvez (Marine Engineer), Chief Business Officer of Energypac, was present at the expo to share thoughts with the visitors. Energypac put the products of renowned global brands, namely GLAD, FG Wilson, Guoscor Energy, YC Diesel, LiftsALL, Vortex &...

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Intercloudto enjoy BRAC Bank’s exclusive Employee Banking benefits

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BRAC Bank has partnered with Intercloud Limited to provide exclusive Employee Banking services. Under the partnership, the officials of Intercloud will experience a convenient and delightful banking experience, including salary accounts, multi-currency debit cards, credit cards, loan facilities, DPS, FD, and various benefits under BRAC Bank’s Employee Banking proposition. AKM Shahadul Islam, Head of Employee Banking of BRAC Bank, and Hasibur Rashid, Chief Executive Officer of Intercloud, signed the agreement at BRAC Bank Gulshan Premium Banking Lounge. Intercloud Limited is a nationwide Internet Service Provider (ISP) and IP Telephony Service Provider (IPTSP) in Bangladesh, as well as a sister company of NovoCom and Novotel Limited. Representing Intercloud Limited at the signin...

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BASIS Seminar on Sustainable Development in the ICT Sector

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To highlight the remarkable achievements, potential, and the possibility of Bangladesh becoming a global digital hub in the dynamic future of the ICT sector, the Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) organized a seminar titled "Bangladesh: The Emerging ICT Powerhouse" on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center, Purbachal. The event was graced by special guests, including Faiz Ahmed Taiyeb , Policy Adviser (ICT Coordination & Reform) of the ICT Division; Ichiguchi Tomohide, Chief Representative of JICA Bangladesh; and Baby Rani Karmakar, Director General of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB). Other distinguished attendees included Yuji Ando, Country Representative of JETRO in Bangladesh; Samsoo Kim, Director Genera...

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JCI Munshiganj Announces New Board of Directors for 2025

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Junior Chamber International (JCI), one of the world's largest youth organizations, has announced the new Board of Directors for its Munshiganj Chapter for the year 2025. The new leadership comprises talented and socially conscious individuals dedicated to empowering youth and driving development in the community. JCI, a global nonprofit organization operating in over 100 countries, focuses on nurturing young leaders and implementing humanitarian projects to foster societal progress. Sakif Ahmed has been elected as the Local President of JCI Munshiganj 2025. A well-known leader, Sakif Ahmed is the Director and CEO of Infolink Limited, Managing Director of Furnitex Limited, Proprietor of Braintree, and Director of ISPAB. Renowned for his dynamic leadership, Sakif Ahmed remarked, "Our goal...

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National Bank Limited Celebrates Successful CBS Upgradation to Temenos R22

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National Bank Limited has recently completed the successful migration to the upgraded Core Banking System (CBS), Temenos Release 22. This advanced system introduces state-of-the-art technology, enhanced security, sophisticated business analytics, and improved customer relationship management features, ensuring robust and seamless banking services for valued customers. To celebrate this remarkable achievement, the Management of National Bank Limited organized a cake-cutting ceremony at the Head Office. The event was graced by the presence of the Managing Director (CC), Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed. Among others, Deputy Managing Directors Syed Rois Uddin and Imran Ahmed were also present. Additionally, SEVP & Head of IT, Kazi Kamal Uddin Ahmed, other Division Heads of the Bank, and repre...

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FICCI expresses concerns over lack of stakeholder consultation prior to policy revision

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The Foreign Investors’ Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Bangladesh, the apex chamber representing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the country, expresses deep concern over the recent decision to increase VAT/Supplementary Duty (SD) on a range of products without prior consultation with key stakeholders. FICCI represents 90% of Bangladesh’s total FDI, covering high-revenue sectors such as tobacco, telecom, energy, and financial institutions, which collectively contribute approximately 30% of the total internal revenue. The recent decision to hike VAT, SD, and other taxes is likely to impact consumers while significantly raising the cost of doing business in the country. This measure threatens the financial stability and operational capacity of businesses that generate crucia...

Jan122025 by No Comments

Ami Probashi Partners with Guardian Life for NRB Insurance

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Ami Probashi, a concern of Bangla Trac Group, has announced a landmark partnership with Guardian Life Insurance Limited to enhance the lives of expatriates and Non-Resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) through the launch of “Guardian ProbashiProhori.” This innovative insurance product is specifically designed to provide greater support and security to Bangladeshi migrants and their families. The partnership agreement was signed on Monday, January 6, 2025, by M Tanvir Siddique, Group Head of Innovation, Bangla Trac Group, representing Ami Probashi, and Sheikh Rakibul Karim, FCA, CEO of Guardian Life. This tailored insurance product offers a range of essential benefits, ensuring peace of mind for expatriates and their loved ones. Key features include overseas hospitalization coverage, death cov...

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National Bank Receives ‘Top Ten Bank Award’

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National Bank has received the ‘Top Ten Bank Award’ from the Center for NRB in recognition of its outstanding contribution to remittance collection in 2024. The award was presented on Saturday, January 11, 2025, during the inaugural ceremony of the year-long "World Conference Series 2025," themed "Branding Bangladesh," held at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka. Md. Touhid Hossain, Adviser for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh and Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur Governor, Bangladesh Bank handed over the award. Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Managing Director (Current Charge) and Milton Roy, Head of the Foreign Remittance Division, received the award on behalf of the bank. M. S. Shekil Chowdhury, Chairperson of the Center for NRB along with other distinguished local and international guests, attended ...

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Rokomari Launches Country’s First ‘Online Trade Fair’

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Rokomari.com, the pioneer of online book sales, has launched the country's first ‘Online Trade Fair.' Now, customers can enjoy fair offers, the best products, and attractive deals from the comfort of their homes. The fair will run until January 31, according to a press release from Rokomari.com on Saturday. The press release stated that up to 75 percent discounts will be available on more than one lakh domestic and foreign products at the country's first online trade fair. The online event will feature over one hundred bundle deals, ‘buy one, get one free’ offers, and free shipping on certain products. The company highlighted unique attractions across several categories, including electronics, household products, fashion, and books. Additionally, there are surprises such as special gift v...