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In a momentous event marked by a formal signing ceremony, Concord Entertainment Co Ltd and Abul Khair Condensed Milk & Beverage Ltd have solidified a partnership destined to bring exceptional experiences to the enchanting world of Foy's Lake Concord Amusement World, Chattogram. Foy's Lake Concord Amusement World, a distinguished and cherished entertainment destination, is operated and established by Concord Entertainment Co Ltd. As a testament to their unwavering commitment to enriching visitors' experiences, this iconic venue is delighted to welcome Abul Khair Condensed Milk & Beverage Ltd as its exclusive Starship Beverage, AMA Coffee, and Marks Milk Powder partner, promising an infusion of culture & flavor like never before. The signing ceremony was graced by the presence of distinguished representatives from both the organizations. From Concord Entertainment Read more...

The Half-Yearly Business Conference-2024 of the Premier Bank PLC was held on Saturday at Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel. Dr HBM Iqbal, chairman, board of directors of the Premier Bank PLC, graced the occasion as chief guest.  Managing Director & CEO Mohammad Abu Jafar presided over the event while vice chairman of the board of directors Moin Iqbal, members of the board of director BH Haroon and Abdus Salam Murshedy, MP; attended the occasion as special guests along with other senior officials of the bank. In his inaugural speech, Dr HBM Iqbal gave special thanks to the management, branch managers and cluster heads of the bank for achieving AAA, the highest credit rating in the industry as well as the satisfactory achievement of the bank during the first half of the year 2024. He hoped that the trend of the success would be enhanced further in the second half of the year Read more...

The Half-Yearly Business Conference-2024 of the Premier Bank PLC was held on Saturday at Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel. Dr HBM Iqbal, chairman, board of directors of the Premier Bank PLC, graced the occasion as chief guest.  Managing Director & CEO Mohammad Abu Jafar presided over the event while vice chairman of the board of directors Moin Iqbal, members of the board of director BH Haroon and Abdus Salam Murshedy, MP; attended the occasion as special guests along with other senior officials of the bank. In his inaugural speech, Dr HBM Iqbal gave special thanks to the management, branch managers and cluster heads of the bank for achieving AAA, the highest credit rating in the industry as well as the satisfactory achievement of the bank during the first half of the year 2024. He hoped that the trend of the success would be enhanced further in the second half of the year Read more...

Emirates was awarded a total of 7 accolades at the 2024 Skytrax World Airline Awards, held in Fairmont Windsor Park, London recently. The prestigious accolades include: World's Best Airline Inflight Entertainment, Best First Class Airline Comfort Amenities, Best First Class Airline in the Middle East, Best First Class Onboard Catering in the Middle East, Most Family Friendly Airline in the Middle East, Best Premium Economy Class Airline in the Middle East and Best Premium Economy Class Onboard Catering in the Middle East. Emirates garnered the awards from the votes of thousands of business and leisure travelers in more than 100 countries. The ceremony was also attended by members of the travel and aviation industry with awards accepted by Graham Pepe, Emirates’ Corporate Sales Manager, UK. Emirates’ inflight entertainment system ice, topping the Skytrax charts for the Read more...

The Board of Directors of City Bank announced the re-election of Aziz Al Kaiser as chairman and Hossain Khaled as vice chairman respectively. This marks their fourth consecutive term in these positions. Aziz Al Kaiser, a founding director of City Bank, first took on the role of chairman in 2007, steering the bank through three successive years of growth. His leadership has been instrumental in launching several pioneering initiatives such as fully centralised operation and online banking, retail banking, American Express cards, Citygem priority banking, City Alo women's banking, small and microfinance business, digital loans, and the country's inaugural Bancassurance business among other things. Furthermore, he has been pivotal in the creation of the bank's subsidiaries, including City Brokerage, City Bank Capital Resources, CBL Money Transfer Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia, and Read more...

As part of its commitment to expanding digital banking services, Eastern Bank PLC. (EBL) introduces ATM services at Dhaka metro rail stations. The first ever ATM set up at Agargaon metro station will provide 24/7 seamless services to metro rail passengers and others. The ATM was formally inaugurated by M. A. N. Siddique, Managing Director of Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL), and Ali Reza Iftekhar, Managing Director of EBL at a ceremony held at the  metro rail station today. “We always try to leverage technology in delivering customer-centric solutions. This initiative aligns with EBL's mission to make banking more accessible and convenient for all, reinforcing its position as a leader in the digital banking,” said Ali Reza Iftekhar, EBL Managing Director. M. Khorshed Anowar, Deputy Managing Director, Ziaul Karim, Head of Communications and External Read more...

Bangladesh expatriate worker in Malayasia Alauddin has clinched the fifth plot in the country’s largest Eid campaign “Nagad e Jomi” launched by Nagad, a leading mobile financial service provider in Bangladesh, by sending home remittances through this MFS provider.  Recently, Muhammad Solaiman, deputy chief marketing officer of Nagad Ltd., and popular TV actor Ziaul Hoque Polash flew to Malaysia and handed over the land documents to Alauddin. This was the first land handover to a migrant worker and the fifth in total under the campaign. A total of eight lucky winners participating in the campaign will receive plots as gifts. National cricket team all-rounders – Mahmudullah Riyad and Mehidy Hasan Miraz and the world’s best all-rounder and former captain of Bangladesh national cricket team Shakib Al Hasan handed over a few to the winners on behalf of Nagad.    Under Read more...

Bangladesh expatriate worker in Malayasia Alauddin has clinched the fifth plot in the country’s largest Eid campaign “Nagad e Jomi” launched by Nagad, a leading mobile financial service provider in Bangladesh, by sending home remittances through this MFS provider.  Recently, Muhammad Solaiman, deputy chief marketing officer of Nagad Ltd., and popular TV actor Ziaul Hoque Polash flew to Malaysia and handed over the land documents to Alauddin. This was the first land handover to a migrant worker and the fifth in total under the campaign. A total of eight lucky winners participating in the campaign will receive plots as gifts. National cricket team all-rounders – Mahmudullah Riyad and Mehidy Hasan Miraz and the world’s best all-rounder and former captain of Bangladesh national cricket team Shakib Al Hasan handed over a few to the winners on behalf of Nagad.    Under Read more...

City Bank recently signed a US$30 million loan agreement with OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) to support international trade by providing financing to import and export companies in Bangladesh, especially in the agriculture and green energy sectors. OPEC Fund Vice President Tareq Alnassar and Sheikh Mohammad Maroof, Additional Managing Director and Chief Bussiness Officer of City Bank signed an agreement in Vienna at the OPEC Fund Headquarters to promote trade of agricultural and green energy products in Bangladesh. Alnassar expressed `By partnering with City Bank to provide trade finance to suppliers in Bangladesh, the OPEC Fund will facilitate the flow of goods at a time of supply chain disruptions, thus addressing food insecurity pressures and climate change. The OPEC Fund will help import and export companies, especially those in the agriculture and green energy Read more...

City Bank recently signed a US$30 million loan agreement with OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) to support international trade by providing financing to import and export companies in Bangladesh, especially in the agriculture and green energy sectors. OPEC Fund Vice President Tareq Alnassar and Sheikh Mohammad Maroof, Additional Managing Director and Chief Bussiness Officer of City Bank signed an agreement in Vienna at the OPEC Fund Headquarters to promote trade of agricultural and green energy products in Bangladesh. Alnassar expressed `By partnering with City Bank to provide trade finance to suppliers in Bangladesh, the OPEC Fund will facilitate the flow of goods at a time of supply chain disruptions, thus addressing food insecurity pressures and climate change. The OPEC Fund will help import and export companies, especially those in the agriculture and green energy Read more...

PriyoShop, Bangladesh's leading Smart Distribution Platform and fastest-growing B2B marketplace, has announced its expansion to additional geographic locations. This marks a significant step forward in its mission to empower Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. This strategic move strengthens PriyoShop's presence, bringing the total number of operational hubs to 19, including Dania, Cox's Bazar, Kallyanpur, Mymensing, Manda, Shariatpur, Khilgaon and Gazipur. The expansion is accompanied by a robust network of 51 exclusive partnerships, encompassing over 200 local and international brands, offering a diverse range of more than 4,000+ SKUs of FMCG. Asikul Alam Khan, Founder & CEO of PriyoShop, states, "This expansion allows us to further our commitment by providing easier access to a wider variety of FMCGs, ultimately contributing to the Read more...