Standard Bank PLC convened a comprehensive business review meeting on Saturday at its Dhaka headquarters, focusing on the strategic operations of its regional branches. The meeting brought together branch heads from across Dhaka and represented a significant step towards aligning local operations with both the bank’s domestic and international objectives. The session was chaired by […]

The interim government of Bangladesh has announced a comprehensive reform programme designed to revitalise the nation’s struggling insurance sector. Years of weak governance, regulatory gaps, and declining public confidence have hindered growth, resulting in historically low insurance uptake. Authorities stress that immediate, well-structured reforms are crucial to restoring financial stability, reinforcing corporate governance, and rebuilding […]

A fresh controversy has emerged in Bangladesh over the use, transparency, and prioritisation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds, following a proposal to finance a police-run school through donations from commercial banks. The initiative has reignited longstanding concerns within the banking sector about “directed CSR” and the thin line between voluntary philanthropy and perceived institutional […]

In a significant demonstration of fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency, Desh General Insurance Company Limited has successfully settled two substantial marine cargo insurance claims for Max Group. The payout, totalling approximately Tk 1.63 million, follows a disruptive fire incident at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport’s cargo village. Incident and Settlement Overview The claims originated from […]

Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC (DBBL), a cornerstone of Bangladesh’s private banking sector, has officially entered a new chapter of leadership. On Saturday, Md. Ehteshamul Huq Khan formally assumed the roles of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, taking the helm of an institution renowned for its pioneering role in digital banking and financial inclusion. A Seamless […]