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Apr222025 by No Comments

Guardian Life settles insurance claims worth Tk 129 crore in Q1’25

Guardian Life Insurance Limited has settled insurance claims worth around Tk 129 crore in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025. Of this total amount, death insurance claims amounted to Tk 77 crore, health-related insurance claims to Tk 39 crore, and policy maturity and other claims amounted to Tk around 13 crore.One of Guardian’s major goals is to settle insurance claims quickly; and to achieve this goal, 95 percent of insurance claims were settled within just 3 (three) working days in the previous quarter. In addition, they are ensuring insurance services for employees of more than 450 local and multinational organizations. In the first quarter of this year, the country's leading telecommunications company Robi and many other renowned organizations joined hands with Guardian to get corporat...

Apr222025 by No Comments

BDCF to Host Ethical Storytelling Masterclass in Dhaka

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The Bangladesh Development Communications Forum (BDCF) is organizing a Masterclass on Ethical Storytelling for Development Communications on May 10, 2025, at the YWCA Guest House & Training Center in Mohammadpur.Facelifted by renowned photographer and documentary filmmaker Mohammad Rakibul Hasan, this interactive workshop will help participants refine their storytelling techniques, challenge harmful visual narratives, and connect with industry professionals.Designed for junior- to mid-level development and humanitarian communications professionals, this session is ideal for anyone passionate about ethical storytelling and effective communication.Tony Michael Gomes, Director of Strategic Communication, CARE Bangladesh, an organizer from BDCF, emphasized the significance of t...

Apr222025 by No Comments

BYD Starts Delivering SEALION 6 in Bangladesh

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Offering a seamless driving experience, exceptional balance of performance, fuel efficiency, and intelligent features, BYD SEALION 6 has recently hit the streets of Bangladesh. The delivery ceremony of the DM-i Super Plug-in Hybrid SUV was at BYD Flagship Showroom and BYD Service Center, Tejgaon, Dhaka. Present at the event were Hafizur Rahman Khan, Chairman of CG Runner BD Limited, and Zhang Jie, Vice President of Sales for the South Asia Pacific Region of BYD. They congratulated the new customers and reiterated BYD's commitment to the electric vehicle sector in Bangladesh. Unveiled in February 2025, BYD SEALION 6 has gained an overwhelming response from consumers for its innovative technology, refined design, and superior performance. The ceremony was attended by business partners, ent...

Apr212025 by No Comments

Robi Holds 29th Annual General Meeting

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Mobile network operator Robi Axiata PLC. held its 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) today, Monday, at the Lakeshore Hotel in Dhaka.The event was attended by Thayaparan Sangarapillai, Chairman of the Robi Board; Board Directors, Vivek Sood; Nik Rizal Kamil; Independent Director Nasir Uddin Ahmed; Acting CEO and CFO of Robi, M. Riyaaz Rasheed; and Robi’s Company Secretary and Chief Corporate and Regulatory Officer, Shahed Alam.Speaking at the AGM, Thayaparan Sangarapillai said, “The year 2024 was a challenging one for us for various reasons. I am pleased that despite these challenges, Robi achieved commendable financial success. Prudent cost management allowed us to secure record profits. We also continued investing in our network throughout the year, which further strengthened custo...

Apr192025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank honours coworkers for championing learning and development

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BRAC Bank has honoured its coworkers who demonstrated exceptional commitment and dedication to training and development in 2024.The bank has introduced a recognition initiative styled 'Learning Luminaries Award 2024', to celebrate excellence in learning and development of the coworkers.A total of 78 officials were recognised for their outstanding contribution as top trainers, high scorers in training evaluation, successful project team members and dedicated support division members fostering a culture of continuous learning within the organisation.Managing Director & CEO Selim R. F. Hussain presented the awards, acknowledging the dedication of the officials to enhancing the bank's learning ecosystem. He emphasised the importance of continuous learning in driving organisati...

Apr172025 by No Comments

Kimiwa Saddat Appointed as Managing Director & CEO (Current Charge) of Community Bank Bangladesh PLC.

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Community Bank Bangladesh PLC. is pleased to announce the immediate appointment of Mr. Kimiwa Saddat as Managing Director & CEO (Current Charge). Prior to this, Mr. Saddat served as the Deputy Managing Director of Meghna Bank PLC.Mr. Saddat joined Meghna Bank in 2019, where he led the Corporate Banking division and other key divisions. Under his leadership, Meghna Bank became one of the preferred financial institutions for prominent corporate clients in Bangladesh. He played a crucial role in guiding the bank to receive the esteemed “Asian Banking & Finance Wholesale Banking Award 2021,” marking the bank’s first international recognition, alongside several other prestigious awards.With over 22 years of extensive experience in the banking sector, Mr. Saddat has worked with b...

Apr152025 by No Comments

Banglalink Appoints Jahrat Adib Chowdhury as Deputy CEO

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Banglalink has announced the appointment of Jahrat Adib Chowdhury as its new Deputy CEO, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey as a digital leader.Jahrat joined Banglalink in 2014 and has been serving as the Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary. With over 20 years of experience across multiple industries, she has played a key role in driving Banglalink's transformation from a telecom operator to the most innovative digital operator in Bangladesh. She has led various strategic projects, including asset-light initiatives and regulatory compliance efforts.In her new role as Deputy CEO, Jahrat will work closely with the senior leadership team to shape Banglalink’s strategic direction, ensuring the company continues to deliver exceptional service to its customers...

Apr152025 by No Comments

HBL President & CEO Muhammad Nassir Salim Visiting Bangladesh

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Muhammad Nassir Salim, President & CEO - HBL, visits Dhaka between 15-17 April 2025. This visit underscores HBL’s long-term commitment to strengthening economic collaboration between Bangladesh and key global markets where HBL has a strong institutional presence.HBL, a bank of regional relevance with operations spread across multiple geographies, has been serving clients in Bangladesh for more than 45 years. HBL is recognized as the leading financial institution in this region for its client-centric innovation in financial services. The Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) owns 51% shareholding and the management control of HBL.During his stay, Muhammad Nassir Salim is scheduled to meet with senior government policymakers, regulators, business leaders, and key stakeho...

Apr152025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank enhances banking experience for Zara Zaman Technology employees

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BRAC Bank has signed an Employee Banking (EB) agreement with Zara Zaman Technology Ltd., a leading software development company and the largest supplier of GRG-branded ATMs and Android POS terminals in Bangladesh.Through this partnership, the employees of Zara Zaman Technology will enjoy a seamless and rewarding banking experience, including salary accounts, multi-currency debit cards, credit cards, loan facilities, Deposit Pension Schemes (DPS), Fixed Deposits (FD), and a host of exclusive privileges under BRAC Bank’s Employee Banking proposition.Mahiul Islam, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Retail Banking, BRAC Bank, and Mridha Md Arifuzzaman, Chairman, Zara Zaman Technology, signed the agreement at BRAC Bank’s Head Office.Anup Kumar Adhikary, Head of Finance & Accou...

Apr122025 by No Comments

AC CURNIVAL begins at Rangs E-Mart

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The AC Carnival campaign was inaugurated at Rangs E-Mart's Gulshan-2 showroom. The inaugural ceremony was attended by Fair Group's Honorable Chief Marketing Officer, Mr. Mesbah Uddin, Hisense South Asia Office General Manager, Mr. Jason Wang and Sales Director, Mr. Terry Liang. Present from Rangs E-Mart were Mr. Yamin Sharif Chowdhury, Divisional Director; Md. Rashedul Islam, Head of Business; Mr. Golam Azam Khan, Head of Sales; and Mr. Taskin Hossain, Head of Marketing and Mr. Raihan Ahmed, Head of Product and Brand, along with other senior officials.Fair Group's Honorable Chief Marketing Officer, Mr. Mesbah Uddin said, “Rangs E-Mart AC Carnival is an important step in providing better services and world-class products to our customers. It will further strengthen our commitment to mee...