Union Capital Limited recently organised its 27th annual general meeting (AGM) at the Gulshan Shooting Club in Gulshan-1, Dhaka..Munshi Shafiul Haque, chairman and independent director of Union Capital Limited, presided over the meeting, according to a press release..Several sharehol

Guardian Life Insurance Limited, one of Bangladesh’s leading life insurers, yesterday celebrated its 12th founding anniversary..Known for its pioneering leadership in bancassurance, digital and microinsurance, and industry-first innovations, the insurer has significantly reshaped the count

The dialogue, attended by over 50 participants from government, business, and civil society, highlighted the need for public-private cooperation to address workplace challenges, improve sanitary facilities, and introduce gender-sensitive policies

Shanta Lifestyle has entered into a partnership agreement with Kohler Co, the American multinational renowned for its premium bath and sanitary products, marking a milestone in Bangladesh’s design and lifestyle sector..Dewan Sajid Afzal, chief executive officer of Shanta Lifestyle, inaugur

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) of Bangladesh and the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) of Singapore held a bilateral meeting under the Ministry of Finance at ACRA’s office in Singapore, according to a press release..The meeting was attended by Md Sajjad Hossain Bh

Experts at a recent programme highlighted the limited availability of key decision-makers, which often delays timely policy implementation and hinders business facilitation..The event, titled “Bangladesh Business Outlook – The Priorities Ahead”, was jointly organised by SMAC Advisory Servi

A business delegation of the International Chamber of Commerce Bangladesh (ICCB), led by its president Mahbubur Rahman, visited Auckland from September 5 to 9 at the invitation of the Auckland Business Chamber and ICC New Zealand..Rahman was accompanied by AK Azad, vice-president of ICC Ba

ACI Nutrilife, the health and wellness-focused brand from ACI Foods & Commodity Brands, has been honoured with the Superbrand recognition, reaffirming its position as one of the most trusted names in health and wellness in Bangladesh.

Akij Ceramics has recently been recognised by Superbrands, the world's largest independent arbiter of branding, as one of Bangladesh's most trusted and influential brands for 2025-26 at an award-giving ceremony held at Le Méridien Dhaka.

Prime Bank Foundation has provided financial assistance to establish the Khalil-Malik Cancer and Kidney Screening Centre in Chuadanga under its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme, aiming to support free cancer and kidney treatment for underprivileged communities..Maj Gen (retd

The Daily Star, the highest-circulating English daily in Bangladesh, has been recognised as a Superbrand for 2025–26.

We must build a culture of social dialogue that goes beyond any single industry, says BILS chief

Parveen Mahmud has been honoured with the Lifetime Woman Leadership Award 2025 at the SAFA Women Leadership Award ceremony held at Hotel Cinnamon Life, the City of Dreams in Sri Lanka..Parveen currently chairs the Manusher Jonno Foundation, MIDAS, HerStory Foundation, and Shasha Denims PLC

The Bangladeshi conglomerate eyes expansion in ASEAN, South Asia, and Europe

A 10-member delegation of ICC Bangladesh, led by its president Mahbubur Rahman, travelled to Australia to attend the 14th World Chambers Congress of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in Melbourne, according to a press release..The delegation comprised Matiur Rahman, chairman and

Bangladesh’s leading mobile financial service (MFS) provider bKash Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with Gulf Exchange, a premier financial institution in Qatar, to strengthen cross-border remittance facilities for the Bangladeshi diaspora..Ahmad Ali Al-Sarraf, chief execut

Toyota, a Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer, has entered a new era in Bangladesh with the launch of Toyota Bangladesh Limited, ushering in a landmark chapter for the brand and its customers..The new entity will serve as the sole official distributor of Toyota vehicles, genuine

Pragati Life Insurance PLC has announced a 15 percent cash dividend for the fiscal year 2024..The declaration was made at the life insurer’s 25th annual general meeting (AGM), held virtually on Sunday, according to a press release..Khalilur Rahman, chairman of Pragati Life Insurance

GPH Ispat Limited has signed a strategic partnership agreement with the Research and Innovation Centre for Science and Engineering (RISE) at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet), with the objective of strengthening intellectual property (IP) management and fosteri

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Financial Reporting Council (FRC), aimed at strengthening the verification of audited financial statements and audit reports submitted by public interest entities to the FRC.