Kazi Nuruddin Rana, father of Buet student Fardin Noor, who was found dead in Shitalakhkhya River on November 7, last year, filed a petition seeking time to file a no-confidence petition against the DB report saying that he died by suicide. Kazi Nuruddin Rana, filed the petition before the court
Author: Times Report
BNP starts road march losing its path: Quader
Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader Tuesday said sensing defeat, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is now afraid of joining the next general elections and the party has begun road march losing its path. "There will be no movement if common people are not involved in it... BNP leaders and
Inflation to be calculated on new base year on IMF advice
Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) is making radical changes in the inflation calculation considering the present financial situation and the IMF suggestions.The inflation will be calculated for the base year 2021-22 instead of the existing base year of 2005-06, which will be more accurate as lifestyle and consumer behaviors made
PM asks to explore new markets for Bangladeshi garments
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Tuesday asked all concerned to explore new markets for Bangladeshi garments with invention of newer items keeping pace with its ever-changing trend."They, who are working with garments and their exports, will have to find new markets. Newer products will have to be produced keeping in mind
NSU, CPS hold seminar to secure dev goals
Center for Peace Studies (CPS), North South University (NSU) have jointly organized a seminar titled ‘Bangladesh's Approach towards Emerging Alliances in Asia’, a press release said Tuesday. National security experts, academics, and international strategists gathered at the seminar They urged Bangladesh government to identify the key areas of interest in order to
HSBC appoints Gerard Kevin Haughey as country head
Gerard Kevin Haughey has been appointed country head of Wholesale Banking, HSBC Bangladesh effective February 13, subject to regulatory approvals. Gerard brings almost 25 years of experience working in all business lines and multiple functions in HSBC, across Asia, Europe, North America, reads a press release. In his most recent role, he
Walton brings new Takyon e-bike
Walton has launched a new model of Takyon electric bike at an affordable price. The eco-friendly Takyon Leo e-bike comes in three versions which can run for 40-80 kilometres on a single charge. ICT Division Director General Md Mostafa Kamal recently launched the TAKYON Leo e-bike at Walton headquarters in
Nagad arranges ‘Bhalobashar Koto Roop’
Nagad, has organised a lovely event ‘Bhalobashar Koto Roop’ (various shades of love) with the participation of its customers and stars on the eve of Pahela Falgun and Valentine’s Day, a press release said Tuesday. Customers won exciting prizes by taking part in live quizzes from different parts of the
SC named as best sustainable finance bank
Standard Chartered (SC) has recently named ‘Best Bank in Bangladesh for Sustainable Finance’ at The Asset Triple A Country Awards for Sustainable Finance, a press release said Tuesday. The bank was recognised by the awarding body for arranging the nation’s first green zero-coupon bond and first green bond. Green, social, and
MetLife gets Superbrand status
MetLife has been recognized with Superbrand status for 2023-2024 in life insurance sector of Bangladesh, a press release said Tuesday.The recognition has been awarded by Superbrands organization which identifies the most outstanding brands in their respective fields. With a highly prestigious global status, Superbrands recognizes only the most highly regarded