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Sep302024 by No Comments

BYD launches two variants of new green vehicle ATTO 3

Two variants of electric-SUV styled ATTO 3 that emit no carbon, have been introduced to the Bangladesh market. BYD, a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, launched the ATTO 3 line-up through a virtual event on Saturday.ATTO 3 is the latest new energy vehicle which delivers a sporty and aerodynamic design and brings comfort and luxury to the users. BYD officials said the line-up has already garnered a huge response from SUV fans in Bangladesh during the pre-booking.BYD ATTO 3 comes in two variants – standard range and extended range. The launch of ATTO 3 was held along with a video series featuring Avik Anwar, a sportsman who participates in motor race.Both the BYD variants provide an engaging driving experience with user-friendly functions and playful interiors.“The e-SUV...

Sep292024 by No Comments

Grameenphone Contributes Tk 24.44 Crore to Bangladesh Labour Welfare Fund

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Grameenphone, the leading telecom operator in Bangladesh, has reaffirmed its commitment to worker welfare and responsible corporate practices by contributing Tk 24.44 crore to the Bangladesh Labour Welfare Foundation Fund. This contribution represents 10% of the company's Workers Profit Participation Fund (WPPF) for 2023. A delegation, led by Sayeda Tahya Hossain, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of Grameenphone, handed over the cheque to the Honorable Adviser for the Ministry of Labour and Employment Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan during a ceremony at the ministry's conference room in Dhaka today (29 Sep). A.H.M. Shafiquzzaman, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and Employment, along with key representatives from Grameenphone, including, Mohammad Aulad Hossain, Head of Industrial Relati...

Sep292024 by No Comments

LankaBangla Finance PLC. launches Co-Branded Titanium Credit Card for STS Group

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LankaBangla Finance PLC and STS Capital Ltd. (STS Group), in partnership with Mastercard, recently launched a co-branded credit card offering exclusive benefits for STS Group’s employees, teachers, and parents of students under the STS education umbrella, including Universal College Bangladesh (UCB), International School Dhaka (ISD), Glenrich International School and STS Group as well. The card unveiling and an agreement signing ceremony took place at the Universal College Bangladesh (UCB) Campus in Gulshan, Dhaka; one of the concerns of the STS group. The co-branded titanium credit card enables parents involved with the STS education umbrella to pay tuition fees and convert to EMI’s with competitive interest rates. It also comes with exclusive financial benefits including a two-year annu...

Sep272024 by No Comments

UCB to provide payroll banking solutions to Paramount Group

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Country's leading private bank United Commercial Bank (UCB) PLC has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Paramount Group as part of its continuous commitment to product innovation. The MoU signing ceremony was held at the head office of UCB. In the presence of Mr. Sharif Zahir, The Honourable Chairman of UCB, Mr. Syed Faridul Islam, Managing Director & CEO (Acting) of UCB and Shakhawat Hossain, The Chairman of Paramount Group signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organization. Mohammad Jahidul Abedin, CFO, Paramount Group; Shah Aziz, General Manager, Paramount Group; Abul Alam Ferdous, Additional Managing Director, UCB; ATM Tahmiduzzaman, Additional Managing Director, UCB, along with other senior officials of both the organizations were also present a...

Sep262024 by No Comments

Guardian Life announce a strategic collaboration with Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions

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Recently, Guardian Life Insurance Ltd and Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions have announced a strategic partnership to offer enhanced insurance coverage aimed at making healthcare more affordable and accessible to individuals across Bangladesh. By combining the medical services expertise of Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions with the robust insurance coverage provided by Guardian Life, the partnership seeks to deliver comprehensive healthcare solutions to the larger population. The signing ceremony was attended by high officials from both Guardian Life Insurance Ltd and Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions. Representing Guardian Life were Sheikh Rakibul Karim, FCA, CEO; Fasihul Mostofa, Head of Digital Channel & ADC; Md. Tanim Bulbul, AVP, Digital Channel & ADC; Al Amin, Assis...

Sep252024 by No Comments

Exclusive Discounts Await Banglalink Orange Club Members on Pathao

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Banglalink, the country’s innovative digital operator, has partnered with Pathao to offer special discounts to its Orange Club members. Orange Club is a loyalty program by Banglalink that rewards its loyal customers with exclusive deals from leading brands.Banglalink Orange Club members can now enjoy a 10% discount on bike rides, car rides, and food orders with Pathao. Customers can directly avail themselves of the discounts from the Pathao app.Rafiq Ahmed, Director of Customer Value Management at Banglalink, and Abrar Hasnain, Vice President of Marketing at Pathao, recently signed the agreement on behalf of their respective organizations at an agreement signing ceremony recently held at the Banglalink corporate office.Rafiq Ahmed, Customer Value Management Director at Banglali...

Sep252024 by No Comments

Ethiopian airlines starts Addis Ababa-Dhaka flight from Nov 2

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Africa’s leading carrier the Ethiopian Airlines has announced the commencement of its new five weekly flights on Addis Ababa-Dhaka-Addis Ababa route from November 2 next. “Bangladesh is a dynamic and growing market, and we are confident that our modern fleet and exceptional service will meet the needs of travelers between our two regions,” said Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines. The commencement of Ethiopian Airlines’ new service between Bangladesh and Ethiopia will have a significant contribution to the socio-economic ties of both countries and beyond. The new service will be operated with the state-of-the-art Boeing B787 Dreamliner, offering passengers a comfortable and seamless travel experience. “The route will offer various connecting flights in compatible fare to the ...

Sep252024 by No Comments

UCB to launch co-branded credit card for BUET Graduates Club members

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Country's leading private bank United Commercial Bank (UCB) PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with BUET Graduates Club Limited to enhance financial experience of club members. To this end, an MoU has been signed in a ceremony held at the head office of BUET Graduates Club located in Banani in the capital on 23 September. Under this agreement, UCB will come up with a co-branded credit card for club members. UCB will be introducing a co-branded credit card to make financial transactions more convenient for the members of BUET Graduates Club, founded in 2018 for BUET alumni. Through this, the club members can avail all the financial and other benefits offered by UCB credit card. UCB's Acting Managing Director Syed Faridul Islam and BUET Graduates Club President Engr. Ghulam...

Sep252024 by No Comments

Grameenphone Enhances Customer Experience with World’s Largest Data Mediation Tool Deployment from Ericsson

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Grameenphone, the leading digital connectivity provider in Bangladesh, has completed the world's largest deployment of the EM24 software solution from Ericsson. This advanced tool efficiently processes vast amounts of network activity data, significantly improving the precision of customer billing and enhancing the customer experience.This cutting-edge system collects, processes, and mediates massive volumes of data generated from across Grameenphone's network, providing insights into network performance, customer behavior and billing precision. The EM24 system creates a unified and standardized format of data, setting new standards for operational efficiency and service delivery.This advanced system is designed to efficiently manage data for over 100 million users, equating to mor...

Sep242024 by No Comments

Novartis supports rehabilitation of flood victims

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Novartis, a multinational pharmaceutical company, has provided assistance to address the post-flood humanitarian situation.On Tuesday, the company donated Tk 5.3 million to the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society as assistance for the people affected by the recent flooding in the country’s eastern region.Through this support, Novartis aims to not only lend a helping hand to the flood victims but also contribute to ongoing relief and rehabilitation efforts.“The Bangladeshi people have faced this natural disaster with commendable unity. Now is the time for everyone to step forward and collectively tackle the post-flood situation,” Country President and Managing Director of Novartis Fahmid Wasik Ali said.He handed over the cheque of donation to Secretary General of Bangladesh Red ...