Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) has already constructed 2.37 lakh safely managed twin-pit toilets in 30 districts of Bangladesh. At the same time, safely managed piped water supply systems were installed at 60,000 homes. This was informed at the 3rd annual coordination meeting of the project being implemented by the PKSF held
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Bangladesh receives $4.6b remittances from UAE in FY24
The United Arab Emirates has become the highest source of remittance for Bangladesh with around US$4.6 billion in the just concluded fiscal year 2023-24, according to Bangladesh Bank data. Total remittance inflow to the country surged in the latter half of the fiscal year, reaching a three-year high of $23.91 billion.
vivo Y28 unveiled
Vivo Y28, a powerhouse smartphone with a massive 6000 mAh battery and a 44-watt flash charger has been launched by the global smartphone manufacturer vivo. Boasting 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, this device also promises 48 months of smooth performance, keeping pace with the energetic lifestyle of
FSIB hands over investment cheque to clients
EBL signs MOU with National Pension Authority
Kabirul Ezdani Khan, Executive Chairman, National Pension Authority and Ali Reza Iftekhar, Managing Director, Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) exchanging documents after signing a Memorandum of Understanding, in presence of Dr. Md. Khairuzzaman Mozumder, Secretary, Finance Division, Ministry of Finance, in Dhaka today, July 3. The MOU would enable EBL to
BRAC Bank TARA Creates Women’s Education Entrepreneurship Opportunities
BRAC Bank TARA has launched an initiative to create education entrepreneurship opportunities for women through the BRAC Kumon franchise owner program. TARA, the women’s banking segment of BRAC Bank, hosted a workshop in partnership with BRAC Kumon to educate potential franchise owners. Over 40 enterprising TARA Retail customers attended the
BKB Signs MoU with National Pension Authority
Bangladesh Krishi Bank (BKB) signed a MoU with National Pension Authority (NPA) under Finance Division , Ministry of Finance, the People’s Republic of Bangladesh on July 03, 2024 at the Finance Secretary’s conference room. The Finance Secretary Dr. Md. Khairuzzaman Mozumder was present in the event as chief guest. The
Chinese company to invest $21.85m in BEPZA EZ
Chinese company Unicorn Handbag Limited is going to invest US$ 21.85million to set up a Carry Bag & Luggage manufacturing industry in BEPZA Economic Zone (BEPZA EZ). Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) signed an agreement with the company to this effect at BEPZA Complex, Dhaka today (03-07-2024). In the presence of
Chinese business delegation explores collaboration opportunities with BGMEA
A business delegation from China, comprising representatives from leading garment and textile companies visited the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) on July 2. The BGMEA side was headed by President S. M. Mannan (Kochi) while the Chinese delegation was represented by Xu Jinshan, President of Fujian Qunfeng Machinery Co.,
SCB partners with Bidyanondo
Standard Chartered Bangladesh (SCB) is partnering with the Bidyanondo Foundation to launch a plastic exchange programme to promote recycling and sustainability while supporting approximately 82,000 individuals. As part of this project, the Bank will collaborate with the Bidyanondo Foundation to establish 65 plastic exchange camps. Community members will be able to