Govt’s image not harmed by anti-graft drive: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Sunday said she did not think that drives against corruption would hamper the image of her government, reiterating commitment to pursue the "zero tolerance" policy to wipe out corruption from the country. "I will not spare corrupt people no matter whoever they are or whatever position they

FSIB placed 1st Runners-up at Sheikh Hasina Interbank Tournament

First Security Islami Bank (FSIB) placed 1st runners-up at Sheikh Hasina Interbank Football Tournament 2024. FSIB placed 1st runners-up by defeating 1-0 goal in the tournament organized in this regard. Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina handed over the prize to Syed Waseque Md Ali, Managing Director, Md. Masudur Rahman Shah,

Bangladesh is playing a pioneering role in poverty alleviation in the global arena

Prime Minister's Principal Secretary Md. Tofazzal Hossain Mia has commented that Bangladesh is playing a pioneering role in the ongoing work on poverty alleviation, a press release said on Sunday. Addressing the chief guest at a national workshop titled 'National Workshop on PPEPP-EU Project' organized by Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF)

Toffee premiers original web series ‘Roilo Baki Dosh’

Toffee, the country’s largest digital entertainment platform, has premiered its latest original web series, ‘Roilo Baki Dosh’, a thrilling murder-mystery that promises to captivate audiences with its intense storyline and stellar cast. ‘Roilo Baki Dosh’ offers viewers a gripping narrative that explores the depths of suspense. The web series has been

U.S. embassy holds PDO

The U.S. Embassy Dhaka’s EducationUSA team organized a Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) session at the EMK Center for 120 Bangladeshi students who will begin their studies at U.S. colleges and universities in the upcoming Fall 2024 semester. Stephen Ibelli, the U.S. Embassy's Public Affairs Counselor, congratulated the outgoing students in his welcome

DCCI urges streamlining of tax system to improve compliance

Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) has urged the government to streamline tax mechanisms which will promote better understanding, easier compliance and reduce time, visit and cost. "Tax calculation for the corporates should be in line with the accounting standards and to encourage, compliant businesses can be rewarded in some

NCC officials visit LafargeHolcim Chhatak Plant

 A delegation from Narayanganj City Corporation (NCC) recently visited the Geocycle facility at Chhatak plant, the waste management wing of LafargeHolcim Bangladesh Limited (LHBL). The team later visited the Material Recovery Facility in Sylhet, a collaborative initiative between Sylhet City Corporation (SCC) and LafargeHolcim Bangladesh for municipal solid waste management

IBTRA holds executive development program

Islami Bank Training and Research Academy (IBTRA) organized an Executive Development Program on “Guidelines on Sustainability and Climate related Financial Disclosure” through virtual platform on 13 July 2024, Saturday. Mohammed Monirul Moula, Managing Director of the Bank addressed the program as chief guest. Chowdhury Liakat Ali, Director & Ahmed Zubayer