Organisation News
Guardian Life Insurance partners with Robi to enhance employee well-being
Guardian Life Insurance Limited recently signed a partnership agreement with Robi Axiata Limited, aimed at providing comprehensive insurance coverage to over 1,450 employees and their dependents..Sheikh Rakibul Karim, additional managing director and acting CEO of the life insurer, and Moh
2 February 2025, 14:19 PM
Jamuna Oil Company holds 530th board meeting
Jamuna Oil Company Limited held 530th board meeting at its Dhaka Liaison Office in Karwan Bazar recently..MA Akmall Hossain Azad, chairman of the company and member (senior secretary) of the Physical Infrastructure Division at the Planning Commission, presided over the meeting, according t
2 February 2025, 14:19 PM
MetLife settles Tk 2,895cr claims in 2024
MetLife Bangladesh settled claims worth Tk 2,895 crore in 2024. This amount includes the money customers received as insurance benefits and claims for loss of life and medical needs..Of the total claims settled, claims for health and medical expenses amounted to Tk 237 crore, death claims
1 February 2025, 13:50 PM
Shakawat made president of Dutch-Bangla chamber
Md Shakawat Hossain Mamun, additional managing director of Provati Insurance Company Limited, has been elected president of the Dutch-Bangla Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DBCCI) for a two-year term (2025-27)..The election was held at the chamber’s office in Dhaka on January 11, accordi
30 January 2025, 13:11 PM
AkijBashir Group opens new ‘Selections’ showroom in Tangail
Selections, the premium brand emporium of AkijBashir Group, recently launched a new showroom on Keya Hall Road in Tangail..The showroom offers an extensive range of ceramic tiles, sanitaryware, bathware, tableware, boards, and doors for the customers..Mohammad Khorshed Alam, chief op
28 January 2025, 14:47 PM
Mahtab Uddin, Hasnain Thoufiq made president, secretary of ICMAB
Mahtab Uddin Ahmed has been elected president of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB) for a one-year term..Ahmed is the founder of BuildCon Consultancies Limited and BuildNations Limited, according to a press release..He previously served as managing
27 January 2025, 14:33 PM
SMC celebrates 50 years of operations in health sector
Social Marketing Company (SMC), a not-for-profit organisation, has completed 50 years of remarkable operations in the health sector of Bangladesh. Over the past five decades, the company has achieved significant milestones by marketing innovative products and delivering essential healthcare serv
27 January 2025, 13:56 PM
FBCCI seminar focuses on energy security and development in Bangladesh
The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) recently organised a seminar titled “Power and Energy Scenario in Bangladesh: Ensuring Energy Security for Development” at its office in the capital’s Motijheel.
27 January 2025, 13:50 PM
Abul Kasem Khan made chairperson of BUILD
Abul Kasem Khan has been appointed as the chairperson of the Business Initiative Leading Development (BUILD) for a one-year term (2025) at the 36th trustee board meeting of the platform..Khan is a trustee board member of BUILD, nominated from the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCC
26 January 2025, 13:16 PM
RANGS eMART launches LG OLED C4 series television
LG Electronics launched the LG OLED C4 series television at a ceremony at the Rangs e-Mart showroom in the capital’s Gulshan on Saturday..Popular singer Tahsan Khan inaugurated the new model of the C4 series television, according to a press release..From now on, the 55-inch, 65-inch,
26 January 2025, 13:16 PM
IDLC Finance unveils Shariah-compliant financing window ‘IDLC Islamic’
IDLC Finance PLC recently launched the Shariah-compliant financing window, named “IDLC Islamic,” at the Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka..Md Zakir Hossain Chowdhury, deputy governor of Bangladesh Bank, inaugurated the new window as the chief guest, said a press release..The event featured
25 January 2025, 13:51 PM
Eastland Insurance organises annual branch managers’ conference
Eastland Insurance PLC recently organised the “38th Annual Branch Managers’ Conference-2025” at the DCCI auditorium in the capital’s Motijheel.
22 January 2025, 14:52 PM
Panasonic launches locally manufactured AC for Bangladesh
Panasonic, a technology company with over 65 years of expertise in manufacturing air conditioners (ACs), yesterday launched its new range of inverter AC line-up, the KU series, manufactured in Bangladesh..The new models are customised to suit local needs and are available in 1.0, 1.5, and
22 January 2025, 14:21 PM
Master Builder celebrates its 28th anniversary
Master Builder Limited, a real estate company in Bangladesh, celebrated its 28th anniversary at the Army Golf Club in Dhaka on Tuesday..Maj (retd) Shibbir Ahmad Khan, managing director of the realtor, inaugurated the celebration, said a press release..In an effort to ensure environme
22 January 2025, 14:17 PM
Haier Bangladesh holds ‘Partner Meet-2025’
Haier, a leading home appliances brand in the world, organised its “Partner Meet-2025” in Bangladesh yesterday..The event brought together key stakeholders, distributors, and business partners from across the country..Wang Xiangjing, deputy managing director of Haier Bangladesh Ltd,
21 January 2025, 14:00 PM
Global unemployment set to hold near historical low of 5 percent: ILO
Global unemployment remained steady last year at an historical low of 5 percent, where it is set to stay in 2025, the International Labour Organization said in a report on Thursday.
16 January 2025, 15:01 PM
Majedur made CEO of BIAC
KAM Majedur Rahman, a seasoned banker and experienced capital market professional, has been appointed as chief executive officer of Bangladesh International Arbitration Centre (BIAC)..Prior to joining BIAC, Rahman was the Group CEO of AK Khan & Company, and served as managing director of D
15 January 2025, 15:00 PM
SMC unveils logo for its 50th anniversary to be celebrated on Jan 25
Social Marketing Company (SMC) unveiled a logo for its 50th anniversary, which will be celebrated on January 25..Waliul Islam, chairman of SMC and SMC Enterprises Limited, revealed the logo at a press meeting held at the company’s head office in Dhaka yesterday, according to a press releas
15 January 2025, 14:33 PM
Int'l yarn and fabric show begins in Dhaka
The 23rd Dhaka International Yarn and Fabric Show 2025 (Winter Edition) began at the International Convention City Bashundhara in the capital’s Purbachal yesterday..Anwar Hossain, vice-chairman of the Export Promotion Bureau and administrator of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exp
15 January 2025, 14:18 PM
BCS Taxation Association elects new exec committee
Barrister Mutasim Billah Faruqui and Syed Mohidul Hasan have been elected as president and secretary general of BCS Taxation Association, said a press release..The 49-member executive committee was elected at an emergency meeting at the office of the association in the old headquarters of
14 January 2025, 15:18 PM