Dhaka Mass Transit Partners with Mediacom

Southeast Bank PLC recently signed a Master Trade Loan agreement with Commercial Bank of Dubai PSC at its Head Office. The collaboration involves the Commercial Bank of Dubai providing trade loans to Southeast Bank for its Offshore Banking Operation

Standard Chartered Bangladesh has joined forces with Thengamara Mohila Sabuj Sangha (TMSS) to enhance the well-being, resilience, and productivity of rural farming communities in Bangladesh. With an investment of approximately BDT 26 million, the bank is launching two agricultural initiatives benefiting 25,500 farmers.

Meghna Bank PLC recently entered an MoU with Ship International Hospital at its Dhaka Head Office. The multi-specialized private hospital, operating under Japanese management, will offer exclusive year-round discounts on registrations to all Meghna Bank cardholders and employees.

India has approved four new air routes connecting its northeastern states with international destinations, including Dhaka and Chattogram, as part of the "Udan" project for regional air connectivity.

Biman Bangladesh Airlines responds to rising demand by expanding flight services on key Middle East routes. Effective 28 December, BG235 introduces direct flights between Sylhet and Jeddah every Thursday, enhancing travel options to Saudi Arabia. Beginning 21 February 2024, BG236 offers direct Jeddah-Sylhet flights every Wednesday to cater to expatriates and pilgrims.

The 3rd Bangladesh Sustainability Excellence Awards, hosted by The Daily Star and CSR Window Bangladesh, recognized six companies and three young humanitarians for their outstanding sustainable and socially impactful initiatives.