Energy security has become “critically important” for Bangladesh as the country grapples with fuel shortages, outdated transmission systems and declining gas reserves, said Syed Ershad Ahmed, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham)..He made the comment at a foc

Riad Mahmud, managing director of National Polymer Industries PLC, has been elected president of the Bangladesh Association of Publicly Listed Companies (BAPLC) for a two-year term (2026-2027)..The BAPLC, the top body representing companies listed on Bangladesh’s stock exchanges, also elec

The 15-member panel, comprising global experts serving in their personal capacities, will guide the future development and application of the MVI

NCC Bank Securities and Financial Services Limited (NCCB Securities), a subsidiary of NCC Bank PLC, has recently signed a loan agreement with the Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB)..Under the agreement, ICB has approved a loan of Tk 2,500 crore for NCCB Securities to invest in its

The country’s leading mobile financial service (MFS) provider, bKash, recently redefined its app to make it simpler and more efficient, tailoring its features to each customer’s usage patterns and needs..The new presentation of the ‘My bKash (Amar bKash)’ icon now gives users an instant sn

Over 40 students attended 40‑minute session on legal steps and reporting mechanisms for online abuse

Kohinoor Chemical Company (BD) Limited today announced 75 percent dividends, including a 65 percent cash dividend, for the financial year that ended on June 30, 2025..The announcement was made at the company’s 38th annual general meeting (AGM), which was held virtually, according to a

Envoy Textiles Limited, the world’s first LEED Platinum-certified denim manufacturer, has declared a 30 percent dividend for the year that ended on June 30, 2025..The declaration was made at the company’s 30th annual general meeting (AGM) on Saturday at the Gulshan Shooting Club in Dhaka r

Mastercard, in collaboration with Southeast Bank PLC and SSL Commerz, has launched a co-branded SME credit card designed exclusively for PepsiCo’s distributor Transcom Beverages Limited in Bangladesh..This marks PepsiCo’s first collaboration of its kind, bringing a seamless digital payment

Nestlé Bangladesh recently organised a two-day workshop on the science of the gut microbiome, titled “The Gut Nexus”..The event brought together scientific experts and research professionals from home and abroad, according to a press release..It blended expert talks with interactive

Akij Cement, one of the country’s leading brands in the construction industry, has launched a new campaign, titled “Cement a Lohar Shakti”, marking its 24th year of commercial operations..The cement manufacturer organised a programme at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel in Dhaka on Wedne

Mastercard has launched its 2025-26 winter spend-and-win campaign, titled “Safari Spirit”, offering Bangladeshi Mastercard debit, credit, and prepaid cardholders the chance to win exciting rewards.

Coca-Cola, one of the country’s leading beverage companies, has appointed Moin Ullah Chowdhury as the managing director (MD) of Coca-Cola Bangladesh Limited..Chowdhury brings over 15 years of extensive experience in marketing, distribution, and business leadership across diverse industries

Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited has launched a campaign, titled “Color Carnival” on Tuesday at the Berger Experience Zone in Bashundhara, Dhaka..The campaign offers special discounted rates on painting services and exclusive gift vouchers, making it an ideal opportunity for homeowners to

Bangladeshi expatriates have sent remittances to their bKash accounts more than 50 lakh times in the last 10 months through Pubali Bank..This hassle-free and secure service, provided by two of the country’s leading financial institutions, has earned the trust of expatriates and their famil

Afshana Rahman has been elected as the new local president of Junior Chamber International (JCI) Dhaka Founders for 2026..She succeeds SM Mehedi Hassan, who successfully completed his term as the chapter’s president in 2025, according to a press release..JCI Dhaka Founders is a promi

Customers have opened more than 50 lakh deposit pension scheme (DPS) accounts through the bKash app across four commercial banks and one financial institution (FI) in just four years since the service was launched..Through the app, customers can start saving with as little as Tk 250 at any

Improving Bangladesh’s business and investment climate emerged as a key priority, experts said at a dialogue in Dhaka on Monday..They stressed the need for better logistics, streamlined customs procedures, and greater regulatory predictability to attract both local and foreign investors.</

The Infrastructure Development Company Limited (Idcol) and the Bangladesh Tea Association (BTA) are planning to set up solar power plants in tea estates across Greater Sylhet and Chattogram..Officials from both organisations held discussions on utilising approximately 284 acres of unused l

ICC Bangladesh recently organised a daylong workshop on capacity building for MSMEs and women entrepreneurs on the use of ICC rules in international trade at a city hotel in Chattogram..Ataur Rahman, secretary general of ICC Bangladesh, inaugurated the workshop as the chief guest, accordin