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Oct212025 by No Comments

BIDA invites Korean investors to explore Bangladesh’s untapped potential

The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has called on Korean investors to capitalize on Bangladesh’s dynamic investment landscape, highlighting the country’s competitive advantages and ongoing reforms to facilitate foreign direct investment (FDI). At an investment seminar titled “Gateway to Growth: Invest in Bangladesh”, held at the Pullman Ambassador Seoul Eastpole Hotel on 21 October 2025, a high-level delegation led by Mr. Ashik Chowdhury, Executive Chairman (State Minister) of BIDA, engaged with over 150 Korean business leaders, industry representatives, and development partners to showcase strategic investment opportunities in Bangladesh. Organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Bangladesh in the Republic of Korea and the Federation of Korean Industries (FKI), a...

Oct202025 by No Comments

CEMS-Global to Host 30th Build Series, 27th Power Series, and 7th Water Expo at ICCB

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CEMS-Global USA and CEMS Bangladesh have announced a major series of international trade exhibitions focusing on the construction, energy, and water sectors. The events will take place from November 13 to 15, 2025, at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka, remaining open daily from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Three Decades of the Build SeriesThe exhibitions will feature the 30th Build Bangladesh International Expo 2025 and the 24th Real Estate Expo 2025, marking the 30-year milestone of the Build Series. Over the past three decades, it has grown into Bangladesh’s largest and longest-running construction expo, showcasing building materials, modern housing solutions, construction technologies, and interior innovations.With the construction sector contributing more than eigh...

Oct192025 by No Comments

Guardian Goes Fully Cashless — Introduces 100% Digital Premium Collection and Claim Settlement

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Guardian Life Insurance Limited has announced a historic milestone by becoming the first and only fully cashless insurance company in Bangladesh, officially eliminating all forms of cash transactions with customers. Under this new policy, 100% of premium collections and claim settlements will be conducted through digital payment channels. Customers can now pay their premiums via mobile financial services (MFS) or bank transfers, while all claim disbursements will be made directly to their bank accounts. This digital transformation ensures greater transparency, accountability, and financial security for both customers and the company. Policyholders can now manage everything—from premium payments to tracking claim status—conveniently and securely from home. Guardian Life stated that the i...

Oct182025 by No Comments

BRAC Bank Branch Network Achieves BDT 13,500 Crore Net Deposit Growth in First Nine Months of 2025

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BRAC Bank’s Branch Network has achieved a record-breaking net deposit growth of BDT 13,500 crore during the first nine months of 2025, reflecting the bank’s strong business fundamentals and customer confidence. This milestone reinforces BRAC Bank’s consistent growth trajectory and highlights the Branch Network’s leadership in setting new industry standards for sustainable deposit mobilisation. Celebration of Milestone Achievement:The bank organised a special celebration on October 13, 2025, attended by Tareq Refat Ullah Khan, Managing Director and CEO; Sheikh Mohammad Ashfaque, Deputy Managing Director and Head of Branch Distribution Network; along with senior leadership of the Branch Network. Also present were A. K. M. Tareq, Senior Zonal Head (North); Taher Hasan Al Mamun, Senior Zona...

Oct182025 by No Comments

Robi Distributes Smart Canes to Empower the Visually Impaired

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Robi Axiata PLC has launched a pioneering initiative to distribute smart canes among visually impaired individuals, reaffirming its commitment to digital inclusion and social empowerment. The initiative, marking World White Cane Safety Day, aims to enhance mobility, safety, and independence through access to innovative assistive technology. The event was held on Thursday at Robi’s Corporate Office in Dhaka, attended by Shahed Alam, Chief Corporate and Regulatory Officer, Robi Axiata PLC; Sharif Shah Jamal Raz, Director, Public Affairs and Sustainability, Robi Axiata PLC; and Ridwan Hossain, Chief Executive Officer, Drishti Technologies Limited, along with other senior officials. Developed by Drishti Technologies, the Abhash Smart Cane integrates sonar-based obstacle detection, haptic fee...

Oct182025 by No Comments

National Bank Strengthens Regional Focus with “Managers Meet” in Khulna

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National Bank PLC organized its regional “Managers Meet” in Khulna, bringing together 23 branch managers from across the division to evaluate performance, exchange insights, and align strategies for the Bank’s continued growth and innovation. The session was graced by Adil Chowdhury, Managing Director, as the Chief Guest, and attended by Md. Meshkat-Ul-Anwar Khan, Deputy Managing Director (In-Charge), along with senior executives, the regional manager, and branch heads. Discussions during the event focused on strengthening key operational areas — deposit mobilization, loan recovery, import business expansion, and improved sales and marketing efforts — to ensure sustainable and quality growth. In his keynote address, Adil Chowdhury emphasized the importance of leadership, integrity, and ...

Oct172025 by No Comments

Banglalink Partners with FloSolar to Power Telecom Network with 100 MW Solar Energy

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Banglalink, the country’s leading innovative digital operator, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FloSolar Solutions Limited to establish a 100 MW solar power plant that will power Banglalink’s telecom network nationwide using clean and renewable energy. The initiative reinforces Banglalink’s commitment to environmental sustainability, renewable energy adoption, and climate resilience. Under the agreement, FloSolar and its partners will develop, finance, and operate the solar power plant, while Banglalink will purchase the generated energy through a long-term Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA). Through this partnership, Banglalink aims to power over 15,000 BTS sites, data centers, and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV) with solar energy, converting approximately 60 pe...

Oct172025 by No Comments

Win a Brand-New iPhone 17 This Super Sunday with Robi

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Robi Axiata PLC is offering its users a chance to win a brand-new iPhone 17 by simply recharging Tk 125 as part of its highly anticipated “Super Sunday iPhone 17” campaign. Following the success of last year’s iPhone 16 Giveaway, Robi has expanded the campaign to include more participants and greater rewards. The “Super Sunday iPhone 17” campaign began on 12 October and has already seen enthusiastic participation from Robi customers across the country. In the first week, Md. Rakib Gazi from Bakerganj, Barisal, won a brand-new iPhone 17 after recharging only Tk 125. The campaign returns again on Sunday, 19 October, giving Robi users another opportunity to win. To participate, users must recharge Tk 125 anytime between 12:00 AM and 11:59 PM on the same day through the Robi app, mobile fina...

Oct162025 by No Comments

PriyoShop and Community Bank Disburse Bangladesh’s First AI-Powered Credit for MSMEs

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In a landmark move for financial inclusion, PriyoShop, Bangladesh’s leading B2B smart distribution platform, and Community Bank Bangladesh PLC have jointly disbursed the country’s first-ever AI-powered MSME credit. The historic event took place at the InterContinental Hotel Dhaka, attended by Asikul Alam Khan, Founder and CEO of PriyoShop; Dipty Mandal, Co-Founder and CMO of PriyoShop; and Kimiwa Sadat, Managing Director of Community Bank Bangladesh PLC, along with senior officials from both organizations. This pioneering initiative marks the beginning of a new era for Bangladesh’s five million underserved MSMEs, enabling small retailers to access working capital faster, easier, and more inclusively than ever before. Through this partnership, PriyoShop has introduced an AI-driven digital...

Oct152025 by No Comments

foodpanda Makes E-Bikes Affordable for Delivery Partners

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foodpanda, Bangladesh’s leading online food and grocery delivery platform, has partnered with Dongjin Electric Motorcycle to make eco-friendly mobility more accessible and affordable for its delivery partners through a convenient EMI-based e-bike purchase plan—requiring no credit card. Under its flagship panda hearts programme, which is dedicated to uplifting and supporting delivery partners, foodpanda is offering Dongjin’s latest electric bike models (A2, G6, and R6) with a low down payment of BDT 10,000 and easy monthly installments of BDT 2,400 over 24 months. The simplified, no-credit-card requirement makes the plan inclusive and hassle-free for riders. To raise awareness and facilitate access, Dongjin has launched a month-long e-bike display campaign across all foodpanda hubs in Dha...