Bangladesh, IMF mutually deferred loan tranche

The International Monetary Fund's move to disburse the fourth and fifth tranches of a $4.7 billion loan together was a mutual decision, the finance ministry said in a press release yesterday.
18 February 2025, 21:00 PM

HBM Iqbal resigns after 26 years as Premier Bank chairman

He submitted his resignation on January 12 this year
17 February 2025, 15:14 PM

Commercial Bank of Ceylon holds ‘Annual Staff Conference’

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon (CBC) PLC Bangladesh operations recently held an “Annual Staff Conference” at the Radisson Blu Water Garden Hotel in Dhaka.
17 February 2025, 14:22 PM

Tax return deadline ends today, no more extension: NBR

As of now, 14.10 lakh taxpayers have filed their returns through the online platform, says NBR Chairman
16 February 2025, 14:14 PM

NCC Bank to install CRMs at metro rail stations

NCC Bank has signed an agreement with Dhaka Mass Transit Company Ltd (DMTCL) to install cash recycler machines (CRMs), self-service terminals that allow customers to deposit and withdraw cash, at all stations of the Dhaka Metro Rail. 
15 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Southeast Bank signs MoU with Sikder Insurance

Southeast Bank PLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sikder Insurance Company Limited to provide tailored banking solutions to the insurer’s employees.
15 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Union Bank holds managers’ conference

Union Bank PLC recently held its “Annual Manager’s Conference-2025” at the bank’s head office in Dhaka’s Gulshan area. 
15 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Commercial Bank of Ceylon’s global MD to visit Dhaka

Sanath Manatunge, global managing director of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC, is expected to arrive in Dhaka today.
13 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Prime Bank, Rupali Life ink payroll agreement

Prime Bank PLC has signed a payroll agreement with Rupali Life Insurance Company Ltd, enabling the insurer’s employees to access preferential banking services, including credit card and loan facilities. 
13 February 2025, 18:00 PM

EBL signs payroll deal with foreign service assoc

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) has signed a payroll banking agreement with the Bangladesh Foreign Service Association (BFSA) to offer tailored financial services for foreign service officers.
13 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Govt to clear Beximco worker dues before Ramadan

Source of funds yet to be finalised
12 February 2025, 19:40 PM

Monetary policy is working: CAL Bangladesh

In its latest report released today, the organisation projected inflation will stabilise between 8.5% and 9.5% by June but fall to 6-7% by December
12 February 2025, 16:27 PM

Miscreants attack Nagad administrator hours after ACC drive

They vandalised his vehicle, injured the driver in Dhaka’s Banani
12 February 2025, 13:27 PM

Salman F Rahman used IFIC Bank for personal gains

Says Md Mehmood Husain, independent director and current chair of the bank
10 February 2025, 18:17 PM

EBL partners with CDA to streamline toll collection for Ctg elevated expressway

Chattogram Development Authority (CDA) signed a partnership agreement with Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) to enhance toll collection efficiency and financial transparency..Under the agreement, EBL will manage toll collection and deposit services for the newly inaugurated Shaheed Wasim Akram Flyove
10 February 2025, 14:26 PM

BRAC Bank partners Grameen Healthcare to provide free eye care for underprivileged people

BRAC Bank signed a partnership agreement with Grameen Healthcare Services Limited, a social business enterprise, to provide free eye screenings and care to over 42,000 underprivileged people in Bogura and Thakurgaon districts..This effort is part of the bank’s flagship corporate social res
10 February 2025, 14:25 PM

EBL provides Tk 30 lakh to aid underprivileged girls thru ActionAid

Eastern Bank PLC (EBL) signed a partnership agreement with ActionAid International Bangladesh Society (AAIBS), under which the bank is providing Tk 30 lakh to support the well-being, protection, and empowerment of 100 marginalised girls from Narayanganj, Cox’s Bazar, and Lalmonirhat, under the A
10 February 2025, 14:22 PM

Default loans likely to exceed 30%, raising serious concerns: BB

The BB highlighted the growing concerns in the monetary policy for the Jan-Jun of 2025
10 February 2025, 13:23 PM

Southeast Bank holds 754th board meeting

Southeast Bank PLC recently held its “754th Board Meeting” at the bank’s head office in Dhaka..MA Kashem, chairman of the bank, presided over the meeting, according to a press release..During the meeting, the board reviewed the bank’s performance for 2024 and held detailed discussion
9 February 2025, 14:46 PM

Trust Bank, TerraPay to ease payments for students abroad

Trust Bank PLC has signed a partnership agreement with TerraPay, a global money movement company, to introduce a digital payment solution for Bangladeshi students pursuing education abroad..This partnership aligns with Bangladesh’s evolving regulatory framework for student-related transact
9 February 2025, 14:06 PM