In today’s food scene, the term “fortified” has become popular among health-conscious consumers. When food is fortified, essential vitamins and minerals are added to enhance its nutritional value, addressing common nutrient deficiencies. For example, fortified foods may include added vitamins like A and D, or minerals such as iron and
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eLAP: transforming the loan process
In 2022, Brac Bank introduced the Electronic Loan Application Proposal (eLAP), a digital platform designed for faster and more efficient loan applications. By December 2023, eLAP had been rolled out across 556 SME Unit Offices nationwide, transforming SME banking in Bangladesh. Before eLAP, the loan process involved multiple stages, from
B-MEET, B-JET programs end at NSU
Career and Placement Center (CPC) of the North South University (NSU) successfully hosted the Completion Report Ceremony of the B-MEET and B-JET Programs, a press release said Tuesday. The event celebrated the growing partnership between Bangladesh and Japan in advancing education and equipping young professionals with global skills. The program began
BEPZA invites Chinese investors to explore opportunities
Major General Abul Kalam Mohammad Ziaur Rahman, BSP, ndc, psc, Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA), extended a warm invitation to Chinese investors to explore the "golden opportunity" of investing in Bangladesh. "Come and explore a golden opportunity of investing in Bangladesh, a nation where potential meets
Uddokta Project celebrates successful conclusion in Dhaka
Chevron-funded Uddokta Project, iDE Bangladesh hosted the closing ceremony of the Uddokta Project at a prestigious hotel in Gulshan, Dhaka. The event, themed ‘Reflections on Sustainability and Empowering Entrepreneurs,’ marked the culmination of a nearly four-year journey dedicated to enhancing technical knowledge, business skills, and fostering essential connections among entrepreneurs
BENDSTA calls for e-cigarette import ban
TheBangladesh Electronic Nicotine Delivery System Traders Association (BENDSTA)has expressed deep concern over the government's decision to prohibit the import of e-cigarettes and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). This decision effectively bans the import of e-cigarettes in Bangladesh, eliminating access to a proven safer alternative for adult smokers seeking to quit
DIUpays homage to martyrs of liberation war
Daffodil International University (DIU) paid its debt of gratitude to the national heroes who laid down their lives for this noblest of the causes the Bangladesh have cherished placing wreaths at the National Memorial at Savar today morningon 16th December to celebrate Victory Day. A team of Daffodil International University led
Govt decides to separate tax policy from collections: Salehuddin
Finance adviser to the interim government Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Sunday said the government has decided to separate tax policy from tax collection activities to ensure proper functioning of the country’s revenue board. The finance adviser said the move of separating two major parts of the National Board of Revenue (NBR)
Switzerland revokes India’s ‘Most Favoured Nation’ status
Switzerland has revoked the 'Most Favoured Nation' or MFN status accorded to India under the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement or DTAA treaty after the Indian Supreme Court ruling in the Nestle case, according to a report published in NDTV wensite. Switzerland's move marks a significant shift in bilateral treaty dynamics and
