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S Alam Refined Sugar Industry illegally sold 60,500 tons of raw sugar in the open market without paying customs duties, violating regulations. The Chattogram Customs Bond Commissionerate has issued a claim of Tk 246.26 crore against the company, along with a Tk 3 lakh fine. Additionally, S Alam Group has evaded Tk 755 crore in VAT, making it the leading company for VAT evasion among its affiliates. An audit on their sales and production activities has been completed, resulting in a preliminary report.

The central bank is investigating Keya Cosmetics Ltd. for failing to deposit $49 million (5880 crore BDT) in export earnings into its foreign currency account. The company has raised concerns against Pubali, Southeast, and National banks, citing negligence in handling its finances.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) rebounded today after reaching a four-year low, with the DSEX index rising by 118.8 points (2.42%) to close at 5,017. Key sectors such as banking, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications contributed to the gains, led by Islami Bank Bangladesh and BRAC Bank. Turnover decreased by 2.98% to Tk 347 crore, with banking dominating trading volume. Non-bank financial institutions saw the largest sector gain at 4.30%, while the fuel and power sector declined by 0.72%.

Md Mahamudul Alam has been appointed as the chairman of Meghna Bank PLC's risk management committee. Serving as deputy managing director of Labib Dyeing Mills Ltd and Alamgir Ranch Limited, Alam brings extensive experience in the RMG sector to his new role, where he will oversee risk and strategic financial management.