Dhaka, July 2 – Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited organized an award giving ceremony on 2 July 2018 Monday at Islami Bank Tower to its employees recognizing their special performance in Cash Waqf Campaign.
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BD govt okays draft law to control fish import
The Cabinet on Monday approved the draft of the Fisheries Quarantine Act, 2018 to control the import of fish to prevent the intrusion of any harmful bacteria into the country.
Oil-laden train derails in B’baria, spill in nearby canals
Brahmanbaria, June 30 – Rail communications on Chattogram-Sylhet route snapped as an oil-laden train derailed in Shamarailkandi area here on Saturday night.
‘Social business can be best tool for doing CSR’
Speakers at a Social Business Day 2018 forum on Friday said social business can be the best tool for companies to implement their corporate social responsibility (CSR) and ensure equity in society using the potential of individuals.
IBBL Shariah Supervisory Committee meeting held
Dhaka, June 28 – A meeting of the Shariah Supervisory Committee of the Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited was held on 28 June 2018 Thursday at Islami Bank Tower.
Last chance for a soft Brexit
So far so good. Brexit is still on track, Theresa May retains her majority, Jeremy Corbyn remains popular without threatening to bring down the government. Yet everything suggests that this relative political stability in Britain could swiftly unravel and provoke…
Virgin Atlantic to halt Dubai-London flights
British carrier Virgin Atlantic has announced it will withdraw flights between Dubai and London Heathrow from next year. The airline said in a brief statement that the suspension was made after “conducting a thorough review of its network”, which found…
GSP+ for BD means delivering on commitments’
Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and South Asia Trade Monitoring Committee within the European Parliament Sajjad Karim has urged Bangladesh to deliver on its Sustainability Compact commitments or risk advancement in its trade status.
Part of Kuakata sea beach at risk of disappearing
A two-km area of the sea beach in Kuakata, the second largest tourist spot of the country with a rare scenic beauty, stands threatened due to continuous erosion for the last few months.
Saudi, UAE and allies submit Qatar airspace dispute to ICC
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Egypt are bringing a sovereign airspace dispute with Qatar to the International Court of Justice, the four countries said on Wednesday. The group, which began a boycott of Qatar more than a year ago,…
Motorists must self-serve or pay at Abu Dhabi’s fuel stations
Motorists in Abu Dhabi will have to refuel their own cars or pay for assistance at Adnoc fuel stations from June 30. Adnoc Distribution has introduced its new Flex service programme, which will be rolled out across Abu Dhabi in…
First electric vehicle in Phnom Penh by DHL Express Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Media OutReach – 27 June 2018 – DHL Express, the world’s leading international express services provider, has deployed the country’s first electric vehicle in the Phnom Penh Special Economic Zone for delivery and pick-ups within the…
IBBL board of directors meeting held
A meeting of the Board of Directors of Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited was held on 25 June 2018 Monday at Kurmitola Golf Club, Dhaka.
Islami Bank holds 35th AGM
Dhaka, June 25 – The 35th Annual General Meeting of Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited was held on 25 June 2018 Monday at Kurmitola Golf Club, Dhaka. Professor Md. Nazmul Hassan, PhD Chairman of the Bank presided over the meeting.
Why Saudi Arabia lifts driving ban on women only now?
The Saudi regime still gets to decide which rights women should be afforded. by Hana Al-Khamri Starting today, women in Saudi Arabia are finally able to drive legally after a long-standing ban was lifted by a royal decree. The unexpected…
Looting on in banking sector: Menon
Dhaka – Social Welfare Minister Rashed Khan Menon on Monday came down heavily on Finance Minister AMA Muhith for giving undue facilities to the banking sector that ultimately goes in favour of the owners of the banks.
PM: Alternative drivers on long routes to reduce mishaps
Amid the growing road fatalities, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday gave a number of directives to the authorities concerned to take necessary steps to reduce road accidents in the country.
Etihad says pilots can join Emirates on secondment
Etihad Airways has told its pilots they can join rival Emirates on a temporary basis for two years as the downsizing of the Abu Dhabi carrier’s operations helps fill a pilot shortage for Dubai’s Emirates. Etihad, which last week reported…
Stocks open the week upward
Stocks opened the week upward today as all indices on the country’s two bourses- the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and the Chattogram Stock Exchange (CSE)-gained on the day.
5 labourers killed as truck plunges into ditch in Tangail
Tangail, June 25 – Five construction workers were killed and 29 others injured as a truck plunged into a roadside ditch in Kalihati Upazila headquarters early Monday.
The costs of trade war
by Mukhisa Kituyi Geneva – According to an old African proverb, “When elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers.” The same is true for full-blown trade wars: when major economies clash, developing countries will be among the hardest hit.
PM for connectivity to boost regional cooperation
Dhaka – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday said connectivity is very much important to establish regional communication and boost cooperation among the neighbouring countries.
Share-market manipulators of 2000 get five years in jail
The Special Tribunal on capital market-related cases on Sunday sentenced five-year imprisonment to three top officials of Mark Bangladesh Shilpa and Industries Limited in a case of stock market manipulation in 2000.
Islami Bank opens its 334th Branch at Banasree in capital
Dhaka, June 23 – The Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited inaugurated its 334th Branch at South Banasree of Dhaka on 23 June 2018, Saturday.
Proposed tobacco taxes: Protect death trade, not public health
A post-budget press conference on the issue of tobacco taxation in the proposed budget for the FY 2018-19 was held Saturday (23 June, 2018) at the VIP Lounge of National Press Club at the initiative of PROGGA and Anti-Tobacco Media Alliance…
‘Irregularities in transport sector to blame for accidents’
Dhaka – BNP Standing Committee Member Khandaker Mosharraf Hossain on Saturday said irregularity in transport sector is one of the leading causes of road accidents in Cumilla.
Malaysia suspends syndicated manpower recruitment
Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Nurul Islam B.Sc. on Saturday said that the Malaysian government may cancel the recruitment system, but it will not hamper the process of sending workers to the country.
Road crashes in 7 districts leave 31 dead, 104 hurt
Dhaka, June 23 – At least 31 people were killed and 104 others injured in road accidents in seven districts early Saturday. Among the victims, 16 were killed in Gaibandha, six in Rangpur, two each in Natore, Gopalganj, Sirajganj, Faridpur…
Despite the Eid vacation kitchen markets are normal
Dhaka, June 22 – After a passage of Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the biggest religious festivals of the Muslims, the capitals’ kitchen market have remained normal. Whatever was available yesterday in kitchen market, despite shortage supplies prices remain unchanged as it was…
Kuwaitis urged to replace passports
Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has warned citizens holding older passports that they face being unable to travel if they do not seek replacements in the coming days. The warning comes at the start of what is typically the busiest travel…