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National Bank holds Regional Business Conference (Barishal)

National Bank hosted its Regional Business Conference for Barishal on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Hotel Grand Park in Barisal. The event was graced by Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo, Chairman of National Bank, as the Chief Guest. The conference was attended by Mr. Moazzam Hossain, Vice Chairman & Sponsor Director; Mr. Md. Abdus Satter Sarkar, Independent Director & Chairman of the Audit Committee and Mr. Md. Zulkar Nayn, Independent Director. Also present were Mr. Md. Touhidul Alam Khan, Managing Director & CEO; Region Managers of Khulna and Shariatpur, along with Branch Managers, Operations Managers, and Sub-branch Managers from the Khulna and Shariatpur Region. During the event, Chairman Abdul Awal Mintoo encouraged all employees to commit themselves with renewed enthusiasm to ...

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160 agro-entrepreneurs from Sherpur receive skill development training

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United Commercial Bank PLC (UCB), under the agricultural support scheme 'Bhoroshar Notun Janala', has recently organized a skill development training program for agri-entrepreneurs hailing from Sherpur. This is the 59th district where UCB conducted this skill development program. The day-long program was held at the auditorium of Sherpur Shilpakala Academy on 12 December 2024. A total of 160 participants from 5 upazilas attended the training program. Following the directives of the Bangladesh Bank, UCB has been organizing such training in different districts of the country for promising agricultural entrepreneurs as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Rezaul Karim Siddique, Presenter of BTV's agriculture-based show 'Mati O Manush' and an agricultural analyst, wa...

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BRAC Bank drives disability inclusion at ‘EmpowerAbility’ conference

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BRAC Bank, in collaboration with the Bangladesh Business and Disability Network (BBDN), supported by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, hosted a national conference titled "EmpowerAbility: Powering Every Ability" to promote disability inclusion and empowerment. The conference took place at the Bangladesh International Convention Centre (BICC) on December 11, 2024. As part of BRAC Bank's flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Aporajeyo Ami, this event aimed to unite diverse stakeholders for meaningful dialogue and develop actionable strategies to enhance disability inclusion across various sectors in Bangladesh. The conference featured Chief Guest Brig Gen (retd) Dr M. Sakhawat Huss...

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Robi leads sustainable rehabilitation for flood-affected communities in Feni

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Robi Axiata PLC has undertaken various sustainable initiatives to support the post rehabilitation of flood-affected communities in Feni. In collaboration with the Give Bangladesh Foundation, Robi is working to build post-disaster resilience among those impacted in Parshuram Upazilla, Feni, with a focus on education, agriculture, and environmental recovery. The devastating floods that struck the greater Noakhali and Feni regions of Bangladesh during August and September this year left countless people homeless and without livelihoods. Farmers and professionals from various sectors were severely affected, and educational institutions, along with other critical infrastructure, suffered significant damage. While Robi’s sustainability team provided immediate relief during the floods, the ope...

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UCB students to benefit from partnership with Prime Bank PLC

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Universal College Bangladesh (UCB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Prime Bank PLC, creating new opportunities for UCB graduates to launch their professional careers. The signing ceremony, held at the UCB Campus on 10 December,witnessed a genuine spirit of industry-academia collaboration. Under this agreement, UCB students will gain access to placement and internship opportunities with Prime Bank PLC. The talented young resources will also benefit from training sessions, knowledge-sharing programs, guest lectures, career guidance, and mentorship to support and fastrack their professional development. Representatives from Prime Bank PLC at the event included Deputy Managing Director Nazeem A Choudhury and DMD & Head of HRD Ziaur Rahman. Universal College Banglad...

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BRAC Bank hosts exclusive evening for Premium Banking customers

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BRAC Bank has recently hosted an exclusive premium banking evening to celebrate its strong customer relationship. As a financial partner of progress, the bank has reiterated its commitment to outstanding services and innovative financial solutions to valued customers. This prestigious gathering brought together esteemed clients, stakeholders, senior bankers and dignitaries for an evening of networking, celebration, and unveiling of new propositions. The bank’s Chairperson Meheriar M. Hasan, Managing Director & CEO Selim R. F. Hussain greeted the clients at the ceremony held at Hotel Sheraton on December 6, 2024. At the ceremony, the bank formally launched Premium Banking Plus Segment with introduction of VISA Signature Multicurrency Debit Card and also Premium Banking Senio...

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NCCBL initiates Digital Banking transformation by FloraBank

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National Credit and Commerce Bank PLC (NCCB) has announced a landmark digital transformation initiative, marking a significant step forward in its commitment to enhanced technological infrastructure and superior customer experiences. NCCB formalized its partnership with Flora Systems Limited through the Agreement signing ceremony on 10th December, 2024 in NCCBL Headquarters, Motijheel. This partnership aims to bolster NCCB's operational efficiency and service quality via the deployment of Flora Systems' advanced core banking solutions. The agreement was signed by Mr. M. Shamsul Arefin, Managing Director, NCCBL and Mr. Mustafa Rafiqul Islam, Chairman & Managing Director, Flora Systems Limited. It is noteworthy that NCCB has been utilizing FloraBank CBS since 2008, having replaced the...

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Kazi Fahad elected as national president of JCI Bangladesh for 2025

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Junior Chamber International (JCI) Bangladesh successfully held its National General Assembly at Le Meridien Hotel, Dhaka, recently. The assembly, attended by Local Presidents and National Governing Board Members, finalized the Executive Board for 2025 to lead the organization in the coming year. Kazi Fahad has been elected as the National President of JCI Bangladesh for 2025. A well-known entrepreneur, he serves as the Managing Director of Kazi Printing & Accessories Ltd. and is a Director of BGAPMEA. Under his leadership, JCI Bangladesh is poised to continue fostering dynamic leadership and impactful initiatives. The assembly also announced the formation of the 2025 National Board, which includes a diverse group of young, visionary leaders in both elected and appointed roles. J...

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10th YARN, FABRICS & ACCESSORIES SHOW 2024 to Begin on December 11

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The 10th YARN, FABRICS & ACCESSORIES SHOW, a focused sourcing event for yarn, fabrics, and accessories, is scheduled to take place from December 11-14, 2024, at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka. Organized by ASK Trade & Exhibitions Pvt Ltd, the event will feature over 150 international suppliers showcasing a diverse range of yarns, fabrics, accessories, cutting-edge innovations, chemicals, and screen printing machinery—all under one roof. The show is targeted at the Buying Offices, Buying Agents and RMG Exporters, Knit Composite units, Label Manufacturers, Importers, merchandisers, and provides an excellent opportunity for your members looking to source new collections and identify new suppliers at this show. This event will be the Sourcing Gateway of ...

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Bangla Bosoti Launches to Make the dream of Homeownership Attainable at Rent Costs

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Bangla Bosoti, the country’s first modern township offering sustainable living, has officially launched near Aminbazar, adjacent to the proposed Dhaka-Hemayetpur Metro Rail Line. This innovative project enables buyers to secure land ownership with a saf-kabla deed by paying only 30% down payment and to build aesthetically designed duplex or triplex homes over the next five years through installments equivalent to average monthly house rent in Dhaka. The launch ceremony, held at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka, was attended by Ms. Sharmeen S. Murshid, Honorable Advisor to the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, as the Chief Guest. Bangla Bosoti’s Chairman and CEO, Mr. Md. Salah Uddin, presided over the event and elaborated on the project’s ...