Bangladesh, S Korea sign $6.26m loan deal for maritime sector dev
South Korea will provide a $6.26 million loan to Bangladesh under a supplementary agreement in the maritime sector.
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Realtors for immediate solution to DAP issues
The businesses of the country鈥檚 real estate and about 200 linkage industries urged the government to take immediate action to resolve the issues stemming from the current Detailed Area Plan and construction regulations.
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan wins IMEA Loyalty Excellence Award
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan has won the IMEA Loyalty Excellence Award at the IMEA Finance & Commercial Trading Conference in Egypt, says a press release.
Meghna Bank announces inauguration of Centre for Excellence
Recently, Meghna Bank PLC proudly announced the inauguration of Centre for Excellence - a dedicated training institute located at Mohakhali, Dhaka to improve skills, enhancing job performance, boosting employee engagement, and ultimately, contributing to Bank鈥檚 success by equipping employees with the knowledge and abilities needed to excel in their roles, says a press release.
DHL to stop shipments worth over $800 to US consumers
Global shipping giant DHL will 鈥榯emporarily鈥� suspend the shipping of parcels worth more than $800 from businesses to individuals in the United States as of Monday, the company said, citing delays in US customs clearances...
US-Bangla Airlines launches Dhaka-Riyadh direct flights
US-Bangla Airlines has launched direct flights from Dhaka to Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, from Monday...
US could be handing chip market to China: analysts
As the Trump administration attempts to choke off exports of strategically important computer chips to China, experts say the effort might well backfire, fuelling innovation at Chinese firms that could help them seize the world semiconductor market...
ONE Bank joins Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials
ONE Bank PLC has joined Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials by signing a commitment letter on December 10, 2024 to measure and disclose the bank鈥檚 financed emissions, said a press release...
Ashraful joins Janata Bank as DMD
Ashraful Alam has joined Janata Bank PLC as deputy managing director, said a press release...
Bangladesh鈥檚 gold price exceeds international market prediction
The latest hike in gold prices in Bangladesh has pushed the precious metal鈥檚 value beyond levels anticipated from global market trends...
Castrol appoints Rock Energy automotive aftermarket distributor
Castrol, one of the world鈥檚 leading lubricant brands, has appointed Rock Energy Limited as its exclusive distributor for the automotive aftermarket in Bangladesh, said a press release.
Government to distribute jute bags at subsidised rates
Environment adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Saturday said jute bags would be provided to the public as an alternative to polythene shopping bags under a government initiative that includes subsidised distribution....
Volkswagen to make Audis in US to adjust tariffs
Volkswagen could relocate some production of its high-end Audi line to dodge US tariffs on automobiles ordered by president Donald Trump, the German carmaker鈥檚 CEO said in an interview released Friday...
Prime Bank celebrates 30 years of service
Prime Bank is celebrating its 30 years of service, marking a journey of trust, innovation, and shared progress. Prime Bank reaffirms its commitment to better serving customers while contributing to a more inclusive and resilient economy in the days forward...
Container ship service set to begin between Mongla, Chattogram
In a significant development aimed at reducing export costs and enhancing trade accessibility in the greater Khulna region, container ships are expected to start operating between Mongla and Chattogram ports on a domestic maritime route from April...